Hampshire · London and the South East
Newton Valence Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Newton Valence, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged pots on the stack
Storm damage roof reports around Newton Valence
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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Alton station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Newton Valence is about 4 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Newton Valence and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We work across the GU34 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Close by, we survey roofs in Selborne (1 mile east), Empshott (2 miles east), Lower Green (3 miles south-east), Hawkley (3 miles south-east) and Oakshott (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (13 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (14 miles north-east), Horndean (13 miles south), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Alton (4 miles north).
What’s near Newton Valence
The closest station to Newton Valence is Alton station, roughly 4.2 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Alton Community Hospital (3.4 miles north) and The Romany Museum (1.4 miles east). For a walk, there’s Selborne Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk North.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Newton Valence
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. We don’t decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. The claim decision rests with your insurer. If you’ve noticed lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Newton Valence, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We look at whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Newton Valence (GU34)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Newton Valence
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Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are often where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
How it works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a village or hamlet like Newton Valence, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- 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 we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Newton Valence: your questions answered
Do you cover Newton Valence?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Newton Valence as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Newton Valence listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Newton Valence
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The size of the roof
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What made you get in touch
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.