Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Seaview Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Seaview, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Water coming in after the storm
How a storm damage roof report works in Seaview
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Check your own policy wording. We do not decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. The claim decision rests with your insurer. If you’re worried about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and holes or cracks caused by debris, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and flashings alike.
Somewhere as small as Seaview, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We look at whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Seaview (PO34)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Seaview: local notes
Seaview is within about 1 mile of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Nunwell House, about 3.3 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Seaview. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For landlords with property near Smallbrook Junction station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Nettlestone Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Seaview is about 2 miles east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We provide storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Seaview and nearby. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Seaview and the places around it. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO34 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on High Street, Madeira Road and Church Street or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Nettlestone (1 mile south), Spring Vale (1 mile north-west), Pondwell (1 mile west), Puckpool (1 mile west) and Appley (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Newport (8 miles west), Cowes (9 miles west), Sandown (5 miles south-west), Shanklin (7 miles south-west), Ventnor (10 miles south-west) and East Cowes (8 miles west). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so tell us where you are as you book.
What’s near Seaview
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Boat House and the streets around them. The closest station to Seaview is Smallbrook Junction station, about 2 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Southsea Castle (4.1 miles north) and Gosport War Memorial Hospital (5.3 miles north). Not far away are Brading Down and Alan Hersey Nature Reserve.
Why it is worth a survey now in Seaview
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. Older and listed buildings around Seaview may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Every finding written up with photos
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. With binoculars, you can frequently spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Nearby places to Seaview
Other services in Seaview
How it works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Rural addresses near Seaview can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
What we’re asked to look at in Seaview
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Look out for signs like these:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Water coming in after the storm
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damaged flat roof membrane
For hotels and guest houses around Seaview, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest.
Questions to ask before you book
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Their report turnaround times
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Seaview: your questions answered
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Seaview?
Frequently, yes. Seaview is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
How do I find out if my home in Seaview is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- How your policy defines a storm
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings