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Storm damage roof report in South Ham, Hampshire
Storm damage roof reports in South Ham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Wind, rain and roofs in South Ham
With The Vyne about 3.5 miles north, South Ham sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Anne's Catholic Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you own a rental within reach of Basingstoke station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
South Ham is about 1 mile south-west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports in South Ham for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. South Ham is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RG22, RG21 and RG23. We cover properties on Pheby Road, Wella Road and Lennox Road. We also cover Brighton Hill (1 mile south), Basingstoke (1 mile north-east), Winklebury (1 mile north-west), Buckskin (1 mile west) and Worting (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (10 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles north-east) and Tadley (7 miles north).
Around South Ham
In South Ham, that means homes and buildings near Aldworth School, Coppice Spring School and Eastrop Park. The nearest railway station is Basingstoke station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (1.5 miles north) and Basing House (2.7 miles east). Not far away are Farleigh Hill and Daneshill Park Woods.
How a storm damage roof report works in South Ham
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It’s a written report with photos, sent by email. It is not a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. Typical surveys look at damage from fallen branches or debris and damaged gutters and fascias, across flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips.
In older homes around places like South Ham, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there’s little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Finding where it gets in, and whether it is old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- South Ham (RG22, RG21, RG23)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in South Ham
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. What happens next is up to the insurer.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Stains appearing after strong winds
If you run a business near The Malls, finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Questions to ask before you book
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Will the report include photos?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Landlords, agents and block managers in South Ham
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
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Common questions in South Ham
Does a conservation area affect roof work in South Ham?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in South Ham?
We do. The survey and report are the same in South Ham as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take about one to two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
What you can safely check yourself
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Why it’s worth a survey now in South Ham
Damage left open lets in more rain. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. In a smaller place like South Ham, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing doesn’t stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in South Ham
- Photographs and a written report every time
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
What we do, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a survey in South Ham, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the roof space where it is safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- Find any records of previous roof work
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.