Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Lymore, Hampshire
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Lymore, with photos and a written report.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Water coming in after the storm
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
Leaks and storm damage in Lymore
Lymore lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. 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.
If you let a flat or house near Lymington Town station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. The streets around a church like Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Milford-on-Sea Church of England Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Lymore is about 2 miles south-west of Lymington, in Hampshire. Lymore is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Lymore is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Here we cover the SO41 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Lymore Valley, Lymore Lane and School Lane. If you are just outside Lymore, we cover Everton (1 mile north), Milford on Sea (1 mile south-west), Keyhaven (1 mile south-east), Lower Pennington (1 mile east) and Pennington (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Totton (13 miles north), Hythe (12 miles north-east), New Milton (4 miles west), Ringwood (12 miles north-west), Warsash (15 miles north-east) and Barton on Sea (4 miles west).
Landmarks near Lymore
We work in homes and buildings around Priestlands School and The Crown Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Lymington Town station, roughly 2.7 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Lymington New Forest Hospital (2.9 miles north-east) and St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (2.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Lymore include Milford on Sea LNR.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Lymore
After a storm, it’s useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we cannot say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. Common reasons to book are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and damage from fallen branches or debris, on chimney stacks, flashings and ridges and hips.
Many homes in small places like Lymore face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Lymore (SO41)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we frequently see cracked and slipped slates. We photograph and describe each one.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
Places near Lymore
What else we do in Lymore
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
To price your survey, we check:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Which survey package you book
- The size of the roof
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Photograph damage inside the house too
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Do not go up a ladder to look.
When you need someone else
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- A price for the repairs
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and agents in Lymore book surveys as well as homeowners. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Lymore
Is the coastal weather around Lymore hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Is Lymore within the area you cover?
Yes, Lymore is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report does not include repair costs.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Rural addresses near Lymore can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at 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.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.