Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Nettlecombe Storm Damage Roof Report
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Nettlecombe, with photos and a written report.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
How a storm damage roof report works in Nettlecombe
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Your policy document sets out its own definition. We don’t decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are often asked to look into flat roof edges peeled back and damaged pots on the stack, on gutters and fascias, ridges and hips and chimney stacks.
Roofs in small places like Nettlecombe often stand in the open, 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 written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Nettlecombe (PO38)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nettlecombe: your questions answered
Is my home in Nettlecombe listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Nettlecombe, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Nettlecombe is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
Does this replace a RICS home 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.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
Do you work in Nettlecombe?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and that includes Nettlecombe.
More services for Nettlecombe
Wind, rain and roofs in Nettlecombe
Nettlecombe lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. About 4 miles north-east lies Rylstone Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Nettlecombe has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
For landlords with property near Shanklin station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Nettlecombe is about 7 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We visit Nettlecombe as part of our work across the Isle of Wight, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across the Isle of Wight, large and small. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: PO38. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Southford (1 mile north-west), Bierley (1 mile west), Wroxall (2 miles north-east), Godshill (2 miles north) and Sandford (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Newport (7 miles north), Ryde (9 miles north-east), Cowes (11 miles north), Sandown (6 miles north-east), Shanklin (4 miles north-east) and East Cowes (11 miles north). For harder-to-reach addresses, a little more planning is needed, so let us know when you get in touch.
Around Nettlecombe
We work in homes and buildings around The White Horse Inn, among other places. The closest station to Nettlecombe is Shanklin station, roughly 4.1 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Longshoremans Museum (2.2 miles east) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (4.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Stenbury Down.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. Loose flashings are recorded.
What we cannot see
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Estimates of repair costs
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
Landlords, agents and block managers in Nettlecombe
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Common roof problems in Nettlecombe
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged flat roof membrane
For an older house near a landmark like Water Hydrant Opposite Parish Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What the survey won’t cover
- What exactly goes into their report
Leave it or get it looked at?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Older and listed buildings around Nettlecombe may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Nettlecombe
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Over 20 years’ experience
- PI and public liability insurance
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a village or hamlet like Nettlecombe, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.