Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Headley, Hampshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Headley and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or torn flashings
- Roofs hit by falling trees
What this survey can’t tell you
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- The outcome of a claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
How a storm damage roof report works in Headley
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. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. We survey gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips, and the problems we are asked to look at most are gutters pulled loose in the wind and holes or cracks caused by debris.
Being in a small place like Headley makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Headley (GU35)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Headley
Do you cover Headley?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Headley as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Headley?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Headley
Leaving storm damage can let water into the roof space and rooms below. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. In a small place like Headley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Headley
- Package prices that include VAT
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
What we do, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos. On timing, it normally takes about one to two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Headley, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s 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
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Headley roofs and the weather
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of All Saints, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you own a rental within reach of Liphook station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Headley is about 6 miles south of Farnham, in Hampshire. Headley gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: GU35. We cover properties on High Street, Crabtree Gardens and Pound Close and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Arford (1 mile north-east), Headley Down (1 mile east), Lindford (1 mile west), Standford (1 mile south-west) and Deadwater (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Farnborough (12 miles north), Fleet (11 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north), Alton (7 miles west), Petersfield (9 miles south-west) and Yateley (15 miles north).
Local landmarks in Headley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Mill Chase Academy and The Holly Bush Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Liphook station, about 3.4 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Chase Community Hospital (1.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Headley include Deadwater Valley and Wheeler's Down.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- File receipts for anything you pay for
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
When to book a survey in Headley
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- New damp or leaks inside
If you look after a building like The Holme Church of England Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What the survey won’t cover
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?