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Storm damage roof report in Kingsmead, Hampshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Kingsmead, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Useful tips for Kingsmead property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
If you’re unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. If that doesn’t resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
How a storm damage roof report works in Kingsmead
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. Typical surveys look at damage from fallen branches or debris and lead lifted at abutments, across flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks.
For a small place like Kingsmead, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Kingsmead (PO17)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Kingsmead: local notes
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
If you own a rental within reach of Botley station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Kingsmead is about 5 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Kingsmead, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
We cover every part of the PO17 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Kingsmead: Woodend (1 mile east), Mislingford (1 mile north), Shirrell Heath (1 mile west), Soberton Heath (1 mile east) and Shedfield (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-west), Fareham (5 miles south) and Horndean (7 miles east).
Landmarks near Kingsmead
We work in homes and buildings around The Roebuck pub and the streets around them. Kingsmead’s nearest station is Botley station, roughly 4 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Bishop's Waltham Museum (3.2 miles north-west) and Knowle Hospital (3.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Kingsmead include Portsdown Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The size of the roof
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
FAQs for Kingsmead
Is my home in Kingsmead listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Kingsmead within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Kingsmead?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey seven days a week.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t 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 is disturbed.
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.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.
Common roof problems in Kingsmead
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Water coming in after the storm
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
If you look after a building such as Swanmore College of Technology, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Are they insured for the work?
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Kingsmead needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.