Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Purbrook
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Purbrook, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
How a storm damage roof report works in Purbrook
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey chimney stacks, ridges and hips and flashings, and common reasons people get in touch are slipped or missing slates or tiles and damage from fallen branches or debris.
Extensions, dormers and conservatories are common on houses in towns like Purbrook, and the joint between new and old is a classic place for water to get in. The flashings and upstands at those joints get a close look. The stain inside is often some way from where water gets in, especially around extensions.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Purbrook (PO7, PO6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Purbrook property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
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What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, 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. A visit in Purbrook runs most smoothly with the loft hatch clear, side gates open and a parking spot in mind. Someone needs to let us in, so let us know who that will be.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. Roof faults found early can be planned for, while one found after water comes through typically has to be dealt with in a hurry.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Every finding written up with photos
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Common questions in Purbrook
Is Purbrook in the area you cover?
Yes, Purbrook is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Purbrook 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.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- When you need the report by
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
Leaks and storm damage in Purbrook
Purbrook lies within about 2 miles of the sea, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Warblington Castle, about 3.3 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Purbrook. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Purbrook Junior School: a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you let a flat or house near Bedhampton station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take an older house close to Church of St John: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Purbrook is about 2 miles west of Havant, in Hampshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Purbrook for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Purbrook is one of the places in Hampshire we cover.
Storm damage roof reports in PO7 and PO6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on London Road, Bliss Close and Delius Walk or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Purbrook Heath (1 mile west), Widley (1 mile south-west), Waterlooville (1 mile north), Farlington (2 miles south) and Bedhampton (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (7 miles south-west), Eastleigh (15 miles north-west), Fareham (7 miles west), Horndean (3 miles north), Hedge End (12 miles west) and Petersfield (10 miles north-east).
Near you in Purbrook
Around Purbrook, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Denmead Queen pub and Crookhorn College, among other places. The nearest railway station is Bedhampton station, roughly 1.9 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Warblington Castle (3.3 miles south-east) and World War I Remembrance Centre (2.7 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.