Hampshire · London and the South East
Hatch Warren Storm Damage Roof Report
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Hatch Warren and the rest of Hampshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
How a storm damage roof report works in Hatch Warren
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we cannot say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. We survey gutters and fascias, ridges and hips and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and roofs hit by falling trees.
In a smaller place like Hatch Warren, some roofs face open ground, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that is a useful clue. Let us know when it happens when you get in touch. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Hatch Warren (RG22, RG25)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
Why it is worth a survey now in Hatch Warren
It’s useful to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. With lower homes, common in places like Hatch Warren, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Towns and villages near Hatch Warren
Other services in Hatch Warren
Hatch Warren roofs and the weather
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
If you own a rental within reach of Basingstoke station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take an older house close to The Church Of Christ The King: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you run a business near Festival Place, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Hatch Warren is about 2 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Hatch Warren and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in RG22 and RG25 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Cyprus Road, Danebury Road and Cliddesden Lane, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Farleigh Wallop (1 mile south), Brighton Hill (1 mile north), Kempshott (1 mile north-west), South Ham (2 miles north) and Buckskin (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles south-west), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (8 miles south-east), Yateley (14 miles north-east) and Tadley (8 miles north).
Around Hatch Warren
We work in homes and buildings around Jolly Farmer Public House, Brighton Hill Community School and Coppice Spring School, among other places. Hatch Warren’s nearest station is Basingstoke station, roughly 2.7 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Willis Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Festival Place (2.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Hatch Warren include Farleigh Hill and Daneshill Park Woods.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
- A price for the repairs
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hatch Warren. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Questions from Hatch Warren
Is my home in Hatch Warren listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot 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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hatch Warren?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Hatch Warren is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Hatch Warren?
Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it is not resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How it works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. A visit to a smaller place like Hatch Warren is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.