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Storm Damage Roof Report in Nursling
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Nursling, with photographs and a written report.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Nursling
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey slate and tile slopes, flashings and chimney stacks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Older cottages and houses around Nursling may have roofs with little or no underlay. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Whether it is long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are often the first clue.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Nursling (SO16)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Nursling
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is 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.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Broken or displaced guttering
Take a building like Nursling 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.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What the survey will not cover
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
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Nursling questions
Is Nursling within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Nursling?
It can do. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Nursling is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Only from the ground or from windows. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
What does a storm damage report cost?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re 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.
Useful tips for Nursling property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Estimates of repair costs
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Acting for you with the insurer
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
What happens if roof problems are left?
It is 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. With lower homes, common in places like Nursling, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Nursling
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a smaller place like Nursling, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- 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.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
Storm damage roof reports around Nursling
Nursling is within about 2 miles of the coast, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you run a business near Marlands Shopping Centre, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. With South Stoneham House about 4 miles east, the area around Nursling has a long history. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times.
Nursling is about 2 miles north-east of Totton, in Southampton. From houses to flats and shops in Nursling, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Southampton, we cover Nursling.
Every address in SO16 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Station Road, Chambers Close and Cranmer Drive. If you’re just outside Nursling, we cover Hillyfields (1 mile south), Upton (1 mile north), Rownhams (1 mile north-east), Maybush (1 mile south-east) and Coxford (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Southampton (4 miles south-east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
Near you in Nursling
We work in homes and buildings around Oasis Academy Lord's Hill, St James' Park and Oaklands Community School. For rail, the closest station is Redbridge station, roughly 1.6 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Eling Experience (1.8 miles south-west) and Princess Anne Hospital (1.5 miles east). Not far away are Testwood Lakes.