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Storm Damage Roof Report in Soberton
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Soberton, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Storm damage roof report in Soberton: what you get
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. We survey flashings, flat roofs and ridges and hips, and the problems we are asked to look at most are ridge tiles that have come loose and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind.
In a village or hamlet like Soberton, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Soberton (SO32)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- How your policy defines a storm
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
Common questions in Soberton
Will you come out to Soberton?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Soberton listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Leaks and storm damage in Soberton
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your 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, so check with the council. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Soberton is about 6 miles north-west of Horndean, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Soberton, we can survey the roof. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in SO32 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as High Street, Station Road and Long Road. Other places close to Soberton include Droxford (1 mile north), Brockbridge (1 mile north), Soberton Heath (2 miles south), Hill Grove (2 miles west) and Southend (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (11 miles north-west), Gosport (10 miles south), Havant (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (9 miles west), Fareham (7 miles south-west) and Horndean (6 miles south-east).
What’s near Soberton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to White Lion Inn. Nearby you’ll also find Knowle Hospital (5.4 miles south-west) and Bishop's Waltham Museum (3.7 miles west). The countryside around Soberton includes Beacon Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Soberton, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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 the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Why get it checked now?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly normally means less damage overall. For older village homes like those around Soberton, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Soberton
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Useful tips for Soberton property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Soberton?
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s 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.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Roofs hit by falling trees
If you look after a building such as Droxford Junior School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Questions to ask before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Is VAT included in the price?
What you can safely check yourself
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.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.