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Storm damage roof report in Old Basing, Hampshire
Need a storm damage roof report in Old Basing? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Old Basing
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It doesn’t price the repairs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. We survey gutters and fascias, flashings and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are loose or torn flashings and ridge tiles that have come loose.
Around Old Basing, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp on a chimney breast isn’t always rain from above, which is why it is worth tracing properly. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Old Basing (RG24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Parking around Old Basing is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Old Basing roofs and the weather
With The Vyne about 3.3 miles north-west, Old Basing sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you live near a park like Eastrop Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Old Basing is about 3 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Old Basing is one of many places we visit across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Old Basing is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for storm damage roof reports. There’s also a page for Reading.
Surveys in RG24 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on The Street, London Road and Paulet Place. Other places close to Old Basing include Lychpit (1 mile west), Mapledurwell (1 mile east), Andwell (1 mile east), Water End (2 miles east) and Chineham (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (3 miles west), Farnborough (12 miles east), Fleet (9 miles east), Aldershot (12 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (10 miles north-east).
Near you in Old Basing
In Old Basing, that means homes and buildings near The Costello School, Eastrop Park and The Crown Public House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Basingstoke station, roughly 2 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Festival Place (1.9 miles west) and Basing House (less than half a mile west). Not far away are Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
What we are asked to look at in Old Basing
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged gutters and fascias
If you own a rental within reach of Basingstoke station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their insurance cover
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- File receipts for anything you pay for
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Also near Old Basing
Other services in Old Basing
Roof by roof
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.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. We photograph and describe each one.
Old Basing: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Old Basing?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. 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.
Will you come out to Old Basing?
Yes, Old Basing is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Insurers typically exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.