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Storm Damage Roof Report in Southampton
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Southampton, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Southampton: what you get
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. Typical surveys look at cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and slipped or missing slates or tiles, across chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips.
In a place like Southampton, lots of buildings have flat roofs, from shops and offices to blocks of flats and extensions. On a flat roof, water can get in at a split or an upstand and run under the covering before it shows. Finding the entry point takes patience as well as moisture readings. Ponding, blistering and splits are the usual signs to look for.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Southampton (SO19, SO16, SO15, SO18)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- How your policy defines a storm
- Estimates of repair costs
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. We record any damage we can see.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Southampton
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. We can’t say whether the decision will change.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
If you let a flat or house near St Denys station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What happens after the report arrives
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
We will normally ask about:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- When you need the report by
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Towns and villages near Southampton
Also in Southampton
Storm damage roof reports in Southampton: local notes
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Southampton, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. The wider area around Southampton has a long history of building, with Southampton Tudor House and Garden about 1.4 miles south. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you look after a building such as Bevois Town Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you live near a park like Rockstone Place Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Southampton is in England. If you are in Southampton, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across the surrounding area.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: SO19, SO16, SO15 and SO18. Streets in the area include London Road, Marshall Square and Grosvenor Square, all of which we cover. Southampton sits on or near the A27 and A33. Other places close to Southampton include Inner Avenue (1 mile west), St Denys (1 mile north-east), Bitterne Manor (1 mile east), Portswood (1 mile north) and Northam (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Maybush (3 miles west), Eling (4 miles west), Rownhams (3 miles north-west), Hounsdown (5 miles west), Nursling (4 miles north-west) and Hillyfields (3 miles west).
Near you in Southampton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Rockstone Place Park, The Hobbit pub and St Mary's Independent School and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Southampton itself: St Denys station. Other landmarks nearby include Marlands Shopping Centre (1 mile south-west) and R J Mitchell Museum (0.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Southampton include Netley Common.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In Southampton, we survey everything from flats and houses to commercial buildings. Access is the part that changes most from one building to the next, so it is agreed before the day. Surveys can be booked for any day of the week.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Southampton
Is Southampton in the area you cover?
Yes, Southampton is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is the coastal weather around Southampton hard on roofs?
It can do. Southampton is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Insurers typically exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes an hour or two for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The report follows by email.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.