Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Kingsley, Hampshire
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Kingsley. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Stains appearing after strong winds
About our storm damage roof report in Kingsley
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. Typical surveys look at damaged gutters and fascias and torn or lifted flat roof coverings, on flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and flashings.
Somewhere as small as Kingsley, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We look at what can be seen safely and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Kingsley (GU35)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Kingsley
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Kingsley. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Kingsley, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. Each one is recorded with photos.
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. We record which are damaged and where.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Photograph damage inside the house too
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
Other services in Kingsley
Common roof problems in Kingsley
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.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
If you look after a building like Mill Chase Academy, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What the survey won’t cover
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Kingsley roofs and the weather
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is 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. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. 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.
If you let a flat or house near Bentley (Hampshire) station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For an older house near a landmark like Church of All Saints, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Kingsley is about 4 miles east of Alton, in Hampshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Kingsley and nearby. Kingsley is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for storm damage roof reports. There is also a page for Guildford.
Every address in GU35 is covered for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Forge Road, Woodfield and Churchfields or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Sleaford (1 mile east), Pinewood Village (1 mile south), Frithend (2 miles north-east), Bordon (2 miles south) and Lindford (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (13 miles north-west), Farnborough (12 miles north-east), Fleet (10 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north-east), Alton (4 miles west) and Petersfield (10 miles south).
Local landmarks in Kingsley
We work in homes and buildings around The New Inn. The closest station to Kingsley is Bentley (Hampshire) station, about 3 miles north. A little further out are Chase Community Hospital (2.3 miles south). Open spaces near Kingsley include Deadwater Valley and Selborne Hill.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Estimates of repair costs
- Areas we can’t see safely
- A decision on your insurance claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Kingsley
Will you come out to Kingsley?
Yes, Kingsley is covered. 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.
How do I find out if my home in Kingsley is listed?
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.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it’s clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.