Hampshire · London and the South East
Ramsdean Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Ramsdean. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof report in Ramsdean: what you get
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. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey flashings, flat roofs and ridges and hips, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and damaged flat roof membrane.
Roofs in small places like Ramsdean often stand in the open, 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.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Ramsdean (GU32)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Ramsdean
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
How it works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect an hour or two for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a village or hamlet like Ramsdean, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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When you need someone else
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- How your policy defines a storm
- The outcome of a claim
- Areas we cannot see safely
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
FAQs for Ramsdean
Is Ramsdean within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
How do I find out if my home in Ramsdean 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 cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
There’s no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we can’t predict the outcome.
How do I book a survey in Ramsdean?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Ramsdean
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Take a building like Langrish Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. The streets around a church such as Church of St John the Evangelist are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Ramsdean is about 2 miles west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Roofs in Ramsdean get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Ramsdean is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in GU32 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Weston (1 mile east), Buriton (2 miles south-east), Nursted (3 miles east), Chalton (4 miles south) and Blendworth (5 miles south). Further out, we also cover Winchester (15 miles west), Gosport (15 miles south-west), Havant (9 miles south), Fareham (13 miles south-west), Horndean (6 miles south) and Alton (11 miles north).
Local landmarks in Ramsdean
Around Ramsdean, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Petersfield School. The nearest railway station is Petersfield station, roughly 2.3 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Clanfield Earthwork (3.3 miles south) and Bear Museum (2.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Pidham Hill.
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Why get it checked now?
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it’s better to know. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Around Ramsdean, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
For a price for your roof in Ramsdean, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Surveys seven days a week
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Common roof problems in Ramsdean
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. We can’t say whether the decision will change.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Landlords with a home close to Petersfield station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- When you’ll get the report
- What experience they bring
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.