Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Nursted
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Nursted, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Nursted
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’ve noticed roofs hit by falling trees and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flashings, ridges and hips and chimney stacks alike.
Being in a small place like Nursted makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned in advance. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Nursted (GU31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Nursted
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Uppark, about 2.5 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Nursted. If yours is one of the older homes, 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.
Landlords with a home close to Petersfield station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Nursted is about 2 miles south-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Nursted and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Nursted is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Surveys in GU31 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Nursted include Buriton (2 miles west), Weston (2 miles west), Ramsdean (3 miles west), Chalton (4 miles south-west) and West Marden (5 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (9 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south-west), Horndean (7 miles south-west), Alton (12 miles north), Waterlooville (9 miles south-west) and Purbrook (10 miles south-west).
What’s near Nursted
The nearest railway station is Petersfield station, about 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Clanfield Earthwork (3.8 miles south-west) and Petersfield Community Hospital (1.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Oakham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
Why act early in Nursted
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly usually means less damage overall. Outbuildings and barns around Nursted are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the exact price before you book.
Why book us in Nursted
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Visits on any day of the week
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- File receipts for anything you pay for
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
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What else we do in Nursted
FAQs for Nursted
How do I find out if my home in Nursted is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Nursted?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Nursted is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it’s clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we cannot predict the outcome.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
That’s not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
When to book a survey in Nursted
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Look out for signs like these:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Take a building like The Petersfield School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What happens after the report arrives
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere as small as Nursted, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.