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Storm damage roof report in Mansbridge, Southampton
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Mansbridge.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- New damp or leaks inside
Storm damage roof report in Mansbridge: what you get
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems like corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. Typical surveys look at roofs hit by falling trees and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, on flat roofs, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes.
In a smaller place like Mansbridge, some roofs face open ground, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that’s a useful clue. Tell us when it happens when you contact us. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Mansbridge (SO18, SO16, SO17)
- Region
- Southampton
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Mansbridge
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Damaged ridges and hips
For landlords with property near Swaythling station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What happens after the report arrives
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- When you’ll get the report
Wind, rain and roofs in Mansbridge
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Mansbridge, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. About 0.5 miles west lies South Stoneham House, a reminder of how long the area around Mansbridge has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Living close to Riverside Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. Take an older house close to St. Mary's Church: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Mansbridge is about 2 miles north-east of Southampton, in Southampton. We visit Mansbridge as part of our work across Southampton, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Mansbridge is one of the places in Southampton we cover.
Storm damage roof reports in SO18, SO16 and SO17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Wide Lane, Dart Road and Copse Road or a nearby road, we can help. Mansbridge is on the A27, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover the places around Mansbridge: Townhill Park (1 mile south-east), Swaythling (1 mile west), Midanbury (1 mile south), Chartwell Green (1 mile south-east) and Bitterne Park (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Shirley (3 miles west), Regents Park (3 miles west), Sholing (3 miles south), Maybush (4 miles west), Woolston (3 miles south) and Coxford (3 miles west).
Near you in Mansbridge
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Gregg School, Bitterne Park School and Riverside Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Mansbridge is Swaythling station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west. A little further out are Bitterne Local History Society Heritage And Research Centre (1.6 miles south) and Netley Castle (4.1 miles south). Open spaces near Mansbridge include Netley Common.
Towns and villages near Mansbridge
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Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Why get it checked now?
It’s useful to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. Blocked gutters on homes around Mansbridge overflow and soak walls, particularly where trees overhang. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Package prices that include VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
FAQs for Mansbridge
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Mansbridge?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Is Mansbridge within the area you cover?
Yes, Mansbridge is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How do I book a survey in Mansbridge?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey seven days a week.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What made you get in touch
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- When you need the report by
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Useful tips for Mansbridge property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Mansbridge is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- 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 we arrive
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.