Hampshire · London and the South East
Lower Burgate Storm Damage Roof Report
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Lower Burgate, with photos and a written report.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
Storm damage roof report in Lower Burgate
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It does not price the repairs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for that. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. We survey flat roofs, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose or torn flashings and new damp or leaks inside.
Many homes in small places like Lower Burgate 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 record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Lower Burgate (SP6)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Lower Burgate
Breamore House, about 2.2 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lower Burgate. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Lower Burgate is in Hampshire. Lower Burgate gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Lower Burgate is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the SP6 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Kingfisher Drive, Grebe Place and Salisbury Road. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Tinkers Cross (1 mile west), Upper Burgate (1 mile north), Fordingbridge (1 mile south-west), Horseport (1 mile south) and Criddlestyle (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Totton (12 miles east), Romsey (14 miles east), New Milton (14 miles south-east), Ringwood (6 miles south), Barton on Sea (15 miles south) and Marchwood (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Lower Burgate
Typical jobs here are in homes near Fordingbridge Infant School and The George Inn, among other places. A little further out are Godshill Castle Hill (1 mile east) and Fordingbridge Museum (0.8 miles south). Open spaces near Lower Burgate include Blashford Lakes.
Common roof problems in Lower Burgate
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Take a building like The Burgate School and Sixth Form: 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
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How big the roof is
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Anything about access we should know
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
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FAQs for Lower Burgate
Do you cover Lower Burgate?
Yes, Lower Burgate is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lower Burgate?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take an hour or two on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Lower Burgate can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Damage left open lets in more rain. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. In a place like Lower Burgate, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Lower Burgate
- Photographs and a written report every time
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- PI and public liability insurance