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Storm Damage Roof Report in Skinner's Hill
Wondering about the roof at a property in Skinner's Hill? You can book a storm damage roof report in Skinner's Hill and across the Isle of Wight.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- New damp or leaks inside
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Skinner's Hill
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Your policy document sets out its own definition. We don’t decide whether a storm met that test. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Common reasons to book are damaged gutters and fascias and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, on flashings, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes.
Roofs in small places like Skinner's Hill often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Where
- Skinner's Hill (PO36)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Skinner's Hill: your questions answered
Is my home in Skinner's Hill listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Skinner's Hill?
Yes, Skinner's Hill is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access when booking.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Why it is worth a survey now in Skinner's Hill
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. For an older or listed building in a place like Skinner's Hill, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
For a price for your roof in Skinner's Hill, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Prices that include VAT
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Visits on any day of the week
Towns and villages near Skinner's Hill
What else we do in Skinner's Hill
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. We record what we find.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. We photograph and describe each one.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Skinner's Hill
Skinner's Hill lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. A number of the island’s villages keep thatched roofs on older buildings, and the whole island is open to sea air and wind. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
With Haseley Manor about 1.2 miles west, the area around Skinner's Hill has a long history. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times. If you own a rental within reach of Sandown station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. The streets around a church like All Saints' Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Skinner's Hill is about 5 miles south of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Skinner's Hill is one of many places we visit across the Isle of Wight, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Skinner's Hill and the places around it. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in PO36 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Skinner's Hill and Hill Top or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Skinner's Hill: Queen's Bower (1 mile south-east), Alverstone Garden Village (1 mile north-east), Alverstone (1 mile east), Lake (2 miles south-east) and Sandown (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (5 miles north), Cowes (8 miles north-west), Ventnor (5 miles south), East Cowes (7 miles north-west) and Oakfield (4 miles north-east). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you call 07833 053749 or email us.
Local landmarks in Skinner's Hill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sandown Bay Academy and The Pointer Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Sandown station, roughly 1.7 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (2 miles south-east) and Sandown Castle (2.3 miles east). The countryside around Skinner's Hill includes Alverstone Mead and Brading Down.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Skinner's Hill
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
How the survey works
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older roofs in small places like Skinner's Hill can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
If you are unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.