Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Harestock
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Harestock. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Water coming in after the storm
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Slates often outlast the nails that hold them. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Harestock
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We’re frequently asked to look into cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, on flat roofs, ridges and hips and gutters and fascias.
Around Harestock, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it isn’t always obvious where it starts. It is worth looking at the stack from outside and at the timbers beside it in the loft.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Harestock (SO22)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Check how your policy defines a storm
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Leaks and storm damage in Harestock
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
For landlords with property near Winchester station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. Anyone responsible for a site like Harestock Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. For an older house near a landmark such as Saint Barnabas, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Harestock is about 2 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Harestock, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. There is also a page for Southampton.
Here we cover the SO22 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Kennel Lane, Burley Road and Stoney Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Littleton (1 mile north-west), Weeke (1 mile south), Abbotts Barton (1 mile south-east), Hyde (1 mile south-east) and Headbourne Worthy (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Eastleigh (8 miles south), Andover (11 miles north-west), Totton (14 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south), Hedge End (12 miles south) and Romsey (9 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Harestock
Around Harestock, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Henry Beaufort School and The Running Horse pub. The closest station to Harestock is Winchester station, about 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Royal Observer Corps Museum (1.1 miles south-east) and Royal Hampshire County Hospital (1.5 miles south). Not far away are Twyford Down and Winnall Moors.
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What we cannot see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
Also near Harestock
What else we do in Harestock
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. As for time on site, most surveys take an hour or two for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Being in a smaller place like Harestock doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Harestock, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Common questions in Harestock
How do I find out if my home in Harestock is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Harestock within the area you cover?
Yes. Harestock is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not usually covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Harestock?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.