Hampshire · London and the South East
Rowner Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Rowner from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof reports in Rowner: local notes
Rowner is within about 2 miles of the coast. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Fareham Shopping Centre, finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down. Take a building like Bridgemary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Take an older house close to St Matthew's: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Rowner is about 2 miles north-west of Gosport, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Rowner as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Hampshire coverage includes Rowner.
Surveys in PO13 and PO14 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Wych Lane, Camp Road and Keyes Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Bridgemary (1 mile south-east), Peel Common (1 mile west), Crofton (1 mile west), Elson (1 mile south-east) and Lee-on-the-Solent (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-west), Hedge End (9 miles north-west) and Waterlooville (8 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Rowner
In Rowner, that means homes and buildings near Holbrook Primary School, The Green Dragon pub and Baycroft School. The closest station to Rowner is Fareham station, roughly 2.3 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Gosport War Memorial Hospital (2.3 miles south-east) and Portchester Castle (2.9 miles east). The countryside around Rowner includes West of the River Alver and Portsdown Hill.
Storm damage roof report in Rowner
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’ve noticed roofs hit by falling trees and lead lifted at abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In older homes around places like Rowner, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Rowner (PO13, PO14)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a survey in Rowner, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets in another room
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What you can safely check yourself
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
What affects the price in Rowner
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Places near Rowner
What else we do in Rowner
Rowner questions
Do you cover smaller places like Rowner?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Rowner is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How do I book a survey in Rowner?
Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We’re not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Leave it or get it looked at?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from ground level. That keeps a record of how it looked. Around Rowner, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A written report with photos
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.