Hampshire · London and the South East
Itchen Stoke Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Itchen Stoke, with photos and a clear written report.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof report in Itchen Stoke: what you get
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and roofs hit by falling trees, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on slate and tile slopes, flashings and gutters and fascias alike.
Many homes in small places like Itchen Stoke face open ground, 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.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Itchen Stoke (SO24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- A price for the repairs
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Itchen Stoke
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. Loose flashings are recorded.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Itchen Stoke
Do you cover Itchen Stoke?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Itchen Stoke as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Itchen Stoke?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we can’t predict the outcome.
How do I book a survey in Itchen Stoke?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There is no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Checking the roof from the ground
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a small place like Itchen Stoke, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. 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.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Advice
Places near Itchen Stoke
What else we do in Itchen Stoke
Itchen Stoke roofs and the weather
Hinton Ampner House, about 4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Itchen Stoke. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Take an older house close to St Mary's Church: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Itchen Stoke is about 5 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Itchen Stoke, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Hampshire, we cover Itchen Stoke and the places around it. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Storm damage roof reports in SO24 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Itchen Stoke is on the B3047, so it is easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Ovington (1 mile south-east), Itchen Abbas (1 mile west), Martyr Worthy (2 miles west), Temple Valley (3 miles south-west) and Easton (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (13 miles north), Winchester (5 miles south-west), Eastleigh (10 miles south-west), Andover (15 miles north-west), Horndean (15 miles south-east) and Chandler's Ford (11 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Itchen Stoke
We work in homes and buildings around The Bush Inn. A little further out are St John's Rooms And Chapel (4.7 miles south-west) and Wolvesey Castle (4.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Itchen Stoke include Twyford Down and Winnall Moors.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Itchen Stoke
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. Your insurer still makes the decision.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Take a building like Perins School: a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Why act early in Itchen Stoke
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. Our report can then add a clear record. Older cottages and farmhouses around Itchen Stoke can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys seven days a week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide and our case studies.