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Storm damage roof report in Hillstreet, Hampshire
Storm damage roof reports in Hillstreet from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Storm damage roof report in Hillstreet
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. If you’ve noticed stains appearing after strong winds and slipped or missing slates or tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Roofs in small places like Hillstreet often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Hillstreet (SO40)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- How your policy defines a storm
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
Places near Hillstreet
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Hillstreet
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- House, block, shop or office
- Height and safe access
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Storm damage roof reports around Hillstreet
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Hillstreet, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
The streets around a church such as St Anne's are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Anyone responsible for a site like Calmore Junior School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. Landlords with a home close to Totton station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Hillstreet is about 2 miles north of Totton, in Hampshire. In Hillstreet, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across Hampshire, we cover Hillstreet. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Surveys in SO40 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Hillstreet: Ower (1 mile west), Wigley (1 mile north-west), Totton (2 miles south), Winsor (2 miles south-west) and Netley Marsh (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Winchester (12 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles east), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (6 miles north-east), Hedge End (9 miles east) and Lymington (13 miles south).
What’s near Hillstreet
For rail, the closest station is Totton station, roughly 2.3 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.1 miles south-west) and Eling Experience (2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Testwood Lakes.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere like Hillstreet needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- 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
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are frequently where flat roof coverings start to peel back. We look at whether the damage is recent or older.
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects frequently fail in high winds. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hillstreet
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Hillstreet
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Hillstreet?
It can do. Within about 3 miles of the sea, as Hillstreet is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hillstreet?
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 use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Why act early in Hillstreet
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. Outbuildings and barns around Hillstreet are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Every price we give includes VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hillstreet
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance