Hampshire · London and the South East
South Weirs Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Storm damage roof reports in South Weirs.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof report in South Weirs: what you get
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’re worried about lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Being in a small place like South Weirs makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned in advance. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
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 in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- South Weirs (SO42)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in South Weirs
Do roofs near the sea, like those around South Weirs, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. South Weirs is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do you cover smaller places like South Weirs?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone.
Landlords, agents and block managers in South Weirs
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in South Weirs. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere as small as South Weirs, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The size of the roof
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Height and safe access
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to let us know when you contact us
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in South Weirs, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Storm damage roof reports around South Weirs
South Weirs lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you let a flat or house near Brockenhurst station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Take a building like Brockenhurst 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.
South Weirs is about 4 miles north-west of Lymington, in Hampshire. Roofs in South Weirs get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover South Weirs and the places around it. Southampton is in our area too.
Here we cover the SO42 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to South Weirs include Brockenhurst (1 mile north-east), Setley (1 mile east), Balmerlawn (2 miles north-east), Emery Down (4 miles north) and Lyndhurst (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Totton (8 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-east), Hedge End (15 miles north-east), Lymington (4 miles south-east) and Romsey (13 miles north).
Local landmarks in South Weirs
South Weirs’s nearest station is Brockenhurst station, about 0.9 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Lymington New Forest Hospital (3.7 miles south-east).
Also near South Weirs
What else we do in South Weirs
Why act early in South Weirs
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it’s better to know. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Around South Weirs, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Every finding written up with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What we’re asked to look at in South Weirs
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. We cannot say whether the decision will change.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- New damp or leaks inside
If you live in an older home near Church of St Saviour, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How long the report takes to arrive
Useful tips for South Weirs property owners
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.