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Storm damage roof report in Rookley, 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 Rookley, with photos and a clear written report.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged pots on the stack
- New damp or leaks inside
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. Each area is photographed and described.
Storm damage roof report in Rookley
Our storm damage report starts from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It isn’t a repair quote and doesn’t include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for that. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. We survey slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks, and people most frequently book us about lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and flat roof edges peeled back.
Roofs in small places like Rookley frequently stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Rookley (PO38)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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 beforehand.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Towns and villages near Rookley
What else we do in Rookley
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Rookley
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Wind, rain and roofs in Rookley
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Rookley, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Thatch survives on some older Isle of Wight buildings, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
For an older house near a landmark such as St. Olave's Church, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. Anyone responsible for a site like Chillerton and Rookley Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Rookley is about 3 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We survey roofs in Rookley and the rest of the Isle of Wight, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight, large and small. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Storm damage roof reports in PO38 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Manor Crescent, Niton Road and Main Road. If you are just outside Rookley, we cover Rookley Green (1 mile south), Merstone (1 mile north-east), Blackwater (1 mile north), Godshill (2 miles south-east) and Sandford (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Newport (3 miles north), Ryde (7 miles north-east), Cowes (7 miles north), Sandown (5 miles east), Shanklin (5 miles east) and Ventnor (5 miles south-east). If you’re somewhere remote, a little more planning is needed, so mention it when booking.
Around Rookley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Chequers Inn. For rail, the closest station is Shanklin station, about 4.7 miles east. A little further out are Carisbrooke Castle (2.7 miles north-west) and Whitecroft Hospital (1.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Rookley includes Stenbury Down and Alverstone Mead.
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Rookley, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
What we’re asked to look at in Rookley
Insurers frequently want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
For landlords with property near Shanklin station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
What happens if roof problems are left?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. For an older or listed building in a place like Rookley, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
For a price for your roof in Rookley, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Rookley
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Package prices that include VAT
Rookley: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Rookley?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Rookley, take more of a battering?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do you work in Rookley?
Yes. We cover Rookley and the rest of the Isle of Wight. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.