Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Hordle, Hampshire
A careful look at the roof at your property in Hordle, and put it all in a report with photos.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Water coming in after the storm
How the survey works
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Being in a smaller place like Hordle does not change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Storm damage roof report in Hordle
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It is a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It doesn’t price the repairs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for that. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. If you’re worried about damage from fallen branches or debris and damaged flat roof membrane, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Older cottages and houses around Hordle may have roofs with little or no underlay. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there’s little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Finding where it gets in, and whether it is old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Location
- Hordle (SO41)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hordle
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hordle. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
When to book a survey in Hordle
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Loose or torn flashings
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Landlords with a home close to New Milton station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly normally means less damage overall. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Hordle, so it helps to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Why book us in Hordle
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Common questions in Hordle
Do you cover smaller places like Hordle?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Hordle, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground, and we will record the rest.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you 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 the ground first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
What else we do in Hordle
Honest limits
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Estimates of repair costs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Hordle
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Hordle
Hordle lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
With Highcliffe Castle about 4.4 miles west, the area around Hordle has a long history. On older roofs nearby, leaks often trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Hordle is about 3 miles west of Lymington, in Hampshire. We visit Hordle as part of our work across Hampshire. Hordle is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: SO41. Streets in the area include Yerville Gardens, Acacia Road and Woodlands. We also cover Downton (1 mile south), Leagreen (1 mile south), Ashley (1 mile west), Tiptoe (2 miles north) and New Milton (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Totton (12 miles north-east), Lymington (3 miles east), Hythe (12 miles north-east), Ringwood (9 miles north-west), Dibden Purlieu (11 miles north-east) and Marchwood (12 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Hordle
We work in homes and buildings around The Arnewood School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is New Milton station, about 1.7 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (2.4 miles west) and Highcliffe Castle (4.4 miles west). Open spaces near Hordle include Milford on Sea LNR.