Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in St Leonards, Hampshire
Storm damage roof reports in St Leonards, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
How the survey works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a smaller place like St Leonards, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
How a storm damage roof report works in St Leonards
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It is yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. Common reasons to book are flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and stains appearing after strong winds, across chimney stacks, ridges and hips and flat roofs.
In a smaller place like St Leonards, some roofs face open ground, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. A leak that only appears in certain weather frequently points to an exposed detail. Let us know when it happens when you get in touch. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- St Leonards (BH24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. Each one is recorded with photos.
Can I check my roof myself?
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
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.
Honest limits
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
Do you need a storm damage roof report in St Leonards?
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Lead lifted at abutments
Anyone responsible for a site like St Ives Primary & Nursery School will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Questions to ask before you book
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
What a storm damage roof report looks like in St Leonards
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Homes near green spaces such as Avon Heath Country Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Take an older house close to All Saints: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
St Leonards is in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in St Leonards can all book storm damage roof reports. St Leonards is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for storm damage roof reports. There is also a page for Southampton.
Here we cover the BH24 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Streets in the area include Cedar Avenue, Birch Close and Malmesbury Road, and we cover them all. We also cover Ashley Heath (1 mile north), St Ives (1 mile north-east), Matchams (1 mile south-east) and Avon Castle (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Lymington (14 miles east), New Milton (10 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles north-east), Barton on Sea (10 miles south-east), Ashley (10 miles south-east) and Milford on Sea (13 miles south-east).
Near you in St Leonards
We work in homes and buildings around Avon Heath Country Park. Nearby you will also find St Leonard's Hospital (0.9 miles south-west) and Stapehill Abbey (3.9 miles south-west). The countryside around St Leonards includes Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
St Leonards: your questions answered
Do you cover St Leonards?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and St Leonards is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in St Leonards listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. 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.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in St Leonards?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Will you check the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Surveys for landlords and agents in St Leonards
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.