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Storm damage roof report in Matchams, Hampshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Matchams? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Matchams and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged gutters and fascias
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about one to two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older rural homes like those around Matchams can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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About our storm damage roof report in Matchams
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t tell you whether a claim will succeed. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have come loose and new damp or leaks inside, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Roofs in small places like Matchams often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Matchams (BH24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
For a price for your roof in Matchams, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Matchams roofs and the weather
The wider area around Matchams has a long history of building, with Avon Tyrrell House about 3.6 miles east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Matchams is in Hampshire. We visit Matchams as part of our work across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Here we cover the BH24 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Maple Walk, Ash Tree Close and Sycamore Way and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Matchams: Avon Castle (1 mile north-east), St Ives (1 mile north), St Leonards (1 mile north-west) and Ashley Heath (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Totton (15 miles north-east), Lymington (12 miles east), New Milton (8 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles north-east), Barton on Sea (8 miles south-east) and Ashley (9 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Matchams
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Avon Heath Country Park, among other places. Well-known places in the area include St Leonard's Hospital (1.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include St Catherine's Hill and Blashford Lakes.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Matchams
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Matchams. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Matchams: your questions answered
Do you cover Matchams?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Matchams is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Will you come out to Matchams?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
What this survey cannot tell you
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
When to book a survey in Matchams
Storms don’t only affect pitched roofs. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Living close to Avon Heath Country Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Will the report include photos?
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.