Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Ower, Hampshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Ower, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Ower
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We’re often asked to look into damaged pots on the stack and damaged gutters and fascias, on chimney stacks, ridges and hips and slate and tile slopes.
Somewhere as small as Ower, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Location
- Ower (SO51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ower
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Ower can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
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Storm damage roof reports in Ower: local notes
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Ower, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. About 4.6 miles north-west lies Landford Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Ower has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Totton station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Ower is about 2 miles north-west of Totton, in Hampshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Ower and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. Southampton is in our area too.
Here we cover the SO51 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Romsey Road and Salisbury Road or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Wigley (1 mile north), Hillstreet (1 mile east), Copythorne (1 mile south-west), Winsor (1 mile south-west) and Newbridge (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles east), Chandler's Ford (7 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles east), Lymington (13 miles south) and Romsey (4 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Ower
Ower’s nearest station is Totton station, about 3 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Eling Experience (2.8 miles south-east) and Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.1 miles south). Open spaces near Ower include Copythorne Common.
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FAQs for Ower
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Ower?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows.
Is Ower within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it’s safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Ower, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
When you need someone else
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Estimates of repair costs
- The outcome of a claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
Useful tips for Ower property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- File receipts for anything you pay for
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.