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Storm Damage Roof Report in Oakhanger
Storm damage roof reports in Oakhanger from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Water coming in after the storm
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Storm damage roof report in Oakhanger: what you get
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. If you’ve noticed flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and gutters pulled loose in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Oakhanger, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Oakhanger (GU35)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Oakhanger
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. 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 live in an older home near St Mary Magdalene's Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Mill Chase Academy, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you let a flat or house near Alton station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Oakhanger is about 4 miles south-east of Alton, in Hampshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Oakhanger and nearby. Our Hampshire coverage includes Oakhanger. You can also see our page for Guildford.
We cover every part of the GU35 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Hartley Mauditt (2 miles west), East Worldham (2 miles north-west), Wyck (3 miles north), Upper Farringdon (3 miles west) and Neatham (4 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (13 miles north-west), Farnborough (14 miles north-east), Fleet (11 miles north), Horndean (15 miles south), Aldershot (11 miles north-east) and Alton (4 miles north-west).
What’s near Oakhanger
The closest station to Oakhanger is Alton station, roughly 3.8 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find The Romany Museum (2.1 miles south-west) and Chase Community Hospital (1.9 miles east). For a walk, there is Selborne Hill and Deadwater Valley.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Around Oakhanger, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
How to book
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Oakhanger, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
For landlords and managing agents
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Do not go up a ladder to look.
Oakhanger questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Oakhanger?
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.
Do you cover Oakhanger?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Oakhanger
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- House, block, shop or office
- The size of the roof
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- What made you get in touch
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Why act early in Oakhanger
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. Around Oakhanger, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book us in Oakhanger
- PI and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- An independent look at the roof
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.