Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Rake, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Rake, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Storm damage roof report in Rake
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and lead lifted at abutments, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Rake, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. 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.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Rake (GU33)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Rake
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Landlords with a home close to Liss station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Anyone responsible for a site like Rake CofE Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Rake is about 4 miles north-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We cover Rake and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Hampshire, we cover Rake and the places around it. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
All of GU33 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include London Road, Brewells Lane and St Patrick's Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in The Mint (1 mile north-west), Hill Brow (1 mile south-west), Liss (1 mile west), Liss Forest (1 mile north-west) and West Liss (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Havant (14 miles south-west), Horndean (12 miles south-west), Aldershot (15 miles north), Alton (9 miles north-west), Waterlooville (14 miles south-west) and Petersfield (4 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Rake
In Rake, that means homes and buildings near The Sun Inn. The nearest railway station is Liss station, about 1.6 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Chase Community Hospital (4.2 miles north). The countryside around Rake includes Liss Riverside Railway Walk North and Wheeler's Down.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Towns and villages near Rake
Also in Rake
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Rake
Is Rake within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Rake is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. 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.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level, and we’ll record the rest.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Common roof problems in Rake
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, with photos.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Loose or torn flashings
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Rake Mission Church, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
What to check before booking
- When you’ll get the report
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like Rake needs a little journey planning: 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.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Rake
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Checking the roof from the ground
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.