Portsmouth · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Rudmore
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Rudmore. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
How a storm damage roof report works in Rudmore
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. Common reasons to book are holes or cracks caused by debris and damaged gutters and fascias, on flat roofs, chimney stacks and flashings.
Houses in smaller places like Rudmore can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It’s useful to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Rudmore (PO2, PO1)
- Wider area
- Portsmouth
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Common roof problems in Rudmore
Branches and trees frequently come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Lead lifted at abutments
Take a building like The Flying Bull Academy: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Will the report include photos?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- The outcome of a claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Rudmore
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
Rudmore questions
Is Rudmore within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is Rudmore in the area you cover?
Yes, Rudmore is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the property.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from the ground first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Rudmore roofs and the weather
Rudmore is within about 1 mile of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than 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. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you live near a park such as Alexandra Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Tricorn Centre, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Rudmore is about 1 mile north-west of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Rudmore. Our Portsmouth coverage includes Rudmore.
Every address in PO2 and PO1 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Knox Road, Wharf Road and Croft Road, and we cover them all. Rudmore is on the M275 and A2047, so it’s easy for us to get to. We also cover the places around Rudmore: North End (1 mile north-east), Tipner (1 mile north-west), Portsmouth (1 mile south-east), Landport (1 mile south) and Copnor (1 mile east).
Around Rudmore
Typical jobs here are in homes near Alexandra Park, The Admiral Drake pub and Mayfield School. For rail, the closest station is Portsmouth & Southsea station, roughly 1.1 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Tricorn Centre (0.8 miles south) and Portchester Castle (2.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Rudmore include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Parking around Rudmore is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Why act early in Rudmore
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Homes in smaller places like Rudmore can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why us?
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Every finding written up with photos
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. Each area is photographed and described.