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Storm damage roof report in Hawley, Hampshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Hawley, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Loose or torn flashings
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Hawley
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. We survey gutters and fascias, flat roofs and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about broken or displaced guttering and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls.
Houses in smaller places like Hawley can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that’s a useful clue. It’s useful to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Hawley (GU17)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
If you are unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Questions from Hawley
How do I find out if my home in Hawley is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Hawley?
Yes, Hawley is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Hawley as anywhere else.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We provide an independent record of the roof, which you can pass to your insurer.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hawley
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hawley and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In a smaller place like Hawley, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Related advice
Leaks and storm damage in Hawley
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. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
Take a building like Hawley Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For landlords with property near Blackwater station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Holy Trinity Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Hawley is about 2 miles south of Sandhurst, in Hampshire. Hawley is one of many places we visit across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in GU17 is covered for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on London Road, Hawley Green and Fernhill Road and the roads around them. Hawley is on the A30, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Hawley include Watchmoor (1 mile east), Blackwater (1 mile north-west), Frogmore (1 mile north-west), York Town (1 mile north-east) and College Town (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns like Basingstoke (15 miles west), Fleet (4 miles south-west), Aldershot (6 miles south), Alton (15 miles south-west), Bordon (15 miles south) and Hook (8 miles west).
Landmarks near Hawley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Mr Bumble pub, Fernhill School and Language College and Royal Military Academy Library. Hawley has its own railway station: Blackwater station. A little further out are Staff College Museum (1.6 miles north-east) and Frimley Park Hospital (1.7 miles east). Not far away are Wildmoor Heath and Horseshoe Lake.
Nearby places to Hawley
What else we do in Hawley
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
How we price storm damage roof reports
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What’s prompted the survey
- When you need the report by
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.