Hampshire · London and the South East
Shalden Green Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports across Shalden Green, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Loose or torn flashings
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
How a storm damage roof report works in Shalden Green
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 give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are new damp or leaks inside and holes or cracks caused by debris.
In a village or hamlet like Shalden Green, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Shalden Green (GU34)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails often fail first. We look at whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Storm damage roof reports around Shalden Green
Hall Place, about 3.1 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Shalden Green. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Shalden Green is about 3 miles north-west of Alton, in Hampshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Shalden Green and the surrounding area. Our Hampshire coverage includes Shalden Green and the places around it. Reading is in our area too.
All of GU34 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Shalden Green include Shalden (1 mile south), Southrope (2 miles north-west), Bagmore (2 miles west), Burkham (3 miles west) and Bentworth (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (7 miles north-west), Farnborough (13 miles north-east), Fleet (9 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (3 miles south-east) and Petersfield (13 miles south).
Landmarks near Shalden Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Golden Pot pub and the streets around them. Shalden Green’s nearest station is Alton station, about 2.9 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Gliding Heritage Centre (0.9 miles west) and Alton Community Hospital (3.3 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Holybourne Hill.
Common roof problems in Shalden Green
Branches and trees frequently come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
Problems we come across often include:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
If you let a flat or house near Alton station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Will the report include photos?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What happens if roof problems are left?
It helps to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. For an older or listed building in a place like Shalden Green, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent look at the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
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What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Shalden Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
What you can safely check yourself
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Shalden Green questions
Do you cover smaller places like Shalden Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Shalden Green is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground, and we will record the rest.