Hampshire · London and the South East
Pilley Bailey Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Pilley Bailey, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged pots on the stack
What happens on the day
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Pilley Bailey, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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About our storm damage roof report in Pilley Bailey
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was 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. We survey flashings, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and people most frequently book us about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and roofs hit by falling trees.
Being in a small place like Pilley Bailey makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Pilley Bailey (SO41)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Pilley Bailey
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Pilley Bailey?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Pilley Bailey is within about 2 miles of the coast.
How do I find out if my home in Pilley Bailey is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Pilley Bailey
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
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 around your tenants.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Pilley Bailey
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it is better to know. We record storm damage and older defects, so there are no surprises later. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Package prices that include VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
Leaks and storm damage in Pilley Bailey
Pilley Bailey lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. 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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Saint Nicholas Chapel, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Beaulieu Palace House, about 4 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Pilley Bailey. On older roofs nearby, leaks often trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters.
Pilley Bailey is about 2 miles north-east of Lymington, in Hampshire. Roofs in Pilley Bailey get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Pilley Bailey and the places around it. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Surveys in SO41 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Pilley Bailey include Bull Hill (1 mile south-east), Pilley (1 mile south-west), Portmore (1 mile south), Warborne (1 mile south-west) and Boldre (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles north), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-east), Hedge End (13 miles north-east) and Romsey (14 miles north).
Landmarks near Pilley Bailey
Typical jobs here are in homes near Southlands School, among other places. Pilley Bailey’s nearest station is Lymington Town station, roughly 1.9 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (2.1 miles south-west) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (1.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Boldre Foreshore.
What else we do in Pilley Bailey
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Pilley Bailey?
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. We cannot say whether the decision will change.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Take a building like William Gilpin Church of England Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What insurance they carry
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Useful tips for Pilley Bailey property owners
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.