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Sherborne St John Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Sherborne St John from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Sherborne St John can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Storm damage roof report in Sherborne St John
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We are not loss adjusters and can’t tell you if your claim will succeed. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. We’re often asked to look into flat roof edges peeled back and ridge tiles that have come loose, across gutters and fascias, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes.
Somewhere as small as Sherborne St John, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We look at what can safely be seen 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Sherborne St John (RG24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Sherborne St John
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
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Sherborne St John questions
Do you cover smaller places like Sherborne St John?
Yes, Sherborne St John is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sherborne St John?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not normally covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. We photograph and describe each one.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It’s your record to use.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Sherborne St John?
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Sherborne St John Church of England Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What experience they bring
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Roof area
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Storm damage roof reports around Sherborne St John
About 1.2 miles north-east lies The Vyne, a reminder of how long the area around Sherborne St John has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For businesses in and around places such as The Malls, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. If you live in an older home near Church of St. Andrew, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Sherborne St John is about 2 miles north of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We visit Sherborne St John as part of our work across Hampshire. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the RG24 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Cranes Road, Bourne Field and Church Path or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Rooksdown (1 mile south-west), Winklebury (2 miles south), Basingstoke (2 miles south), Worting (3 miles south-west) and South Ham (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (12 miles south-east), Yateley (12 miles east) and Tadley (4 miles north).
Near you in Sherborne St John
Typical jobs here are in homes near Everest Community Academy and the streets around them. Sherborne St John’s nearest station is Basingstoke station, roughly 2.1 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Basing House (3.1 miles south-east) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (1.1 miles south). The countryside around Sherborne St John includes Daneshill Park Woods.