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Storm damage roof report in Princelett, Isle of Wight
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Princelett.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Flat roof edges peeled back
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
About our storm damage roof report in Princelett
High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. If you’ve noticed stains appearing after strong winds and ridge tiles that have come loose, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges and hips, chimney stacks and gutters and fascias alike.
Many homes in small places like Princelett face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Princelett (PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Princelett
Other services in Princelett
Why it’s worth a survey now in Princelett
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. Around Princelett, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
For a price for your roof in Princelett, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Every finding written up with photos
- PI and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Leaks and storm damage in Princelett
Princelett is within about 2 miles of the coast, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, frequently gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. About 1.8 miles north-west lies Haseley Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Princelett has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, 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 Shanklin station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. Take a building like Sandown Bay Academy: a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Princelett is about 5 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Bookings from Princelett are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Princelett is one of the towns and villages in the Isle of Wight where we work. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
We work across PO36 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. If you’re just outside Princelett, we cover Apse Heath (1 mile north-east), Branstone (1 mile north), Winford (1 mile north-east), Whiteley Bank (1 mile south-west) and Hale Common (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Ventnor (3 miles south), East Cowes (8 miles north-west) and Oakfield (6 miles north-east). For harder-to-reach addresses, the survey takes a little more planning.
Near you in Princelett
Princelett’s nearest station is Shanklin station, about 1.4 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Wight Aviation Museum (1.3 miles north-east) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (1.4 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Alverstone Mead and Stenbury Down.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Rural addresses near Princelett can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Princelett, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Princelett
Is my home in Princelett listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is the coastal weather around Princelett hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and Princelett is within about 2 miles of the coast.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Princelett?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings