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Storm damage roof report in Sandy Down, Hampshire
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Sandy Down and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Water coming in after the storm
The survey, step by step
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Sandy Down, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
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How a storm damage roof report works in Sandy Down
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. Our report records both: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. Common reasons to book are damaged ridges and hips and damage from fallen branches or debris, across chimney stacks, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes.
For a small place like Sandy Down, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Sandy Down (SO41)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sandy Down
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Sandy Down
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Sandy Down, 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.
Will you come out to Sandy Down?
Yes, Sandy Down is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
What you can safely check yourself
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: 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.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Sandy Down
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll normally ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Anything about access we should know
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Sandy Down?
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. Your insurer still makes the decision.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
For landlords with property near Brockenhurst station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Which limits apply to the survey
What happens if roof problems are left?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. For older village homes like those around Sandy Down, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in Sandy Down
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Wind, rain and roofs in Sandy Down
Sandy Down is within about 3 miles of the coast. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. 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.
If you live in an older home near Church of St John, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Sandy Down is about 3 miles north of Lymington, in Hampshire. In Sandy Down, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Sandy Down is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for storm damage roof reports. Southampton is in our area too.
We work across SO41 for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Sandy Down, Lower Sandy Down and Hurstly Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Sandy Down: Battramsley (1 mile south), Boldre (1 mile south-east), Mount Pleasant (1 mile south-west), Pilley (1 mile south-east) and Warborne (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Totton (9 miles north), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-east), Hedge End (14 miles north-east), Lymington (3 miles south) and Romsey (14 miles north).
What’s near Sandy Down
In Sandy Down, that means homes and buildings near The Hobler Public House and the streets around them. Sandy Down’s nearest station is Brockenhurst station, about 1.6 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Lymington New Forest Hospital (1.9 miles south) and St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (2.6 miles south). The countryside around Sandy Down includes Boldre Foreshore.