Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Stanswood, Hampshire
Storm damage roof reports in Stanswood, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damaged pots on the stack
Storm damage roof report in Stanswood
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. Our report records both: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. If you’ve noticed lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and damaged pots on the stack, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Many homes in small places like Stanswood face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Stanswood (SO45)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Stanswood roofs and the weather
Stanswood lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. 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 Stanswood has a long history of building, with Osborne House about 4.8 miles south-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you let a flat or house near Hamble station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Stanswood is about 3 miles north-west of Cowes, in Hampshire. We cover Stanswood and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Southampton.
All of SO45 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Sprat's Down (1 mile north), Calshot (1 mile north-east), Hillhead (1 mile north-east), Langley (1 mile west) and Blackfield (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (8 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (7 miles north-east), Totton (11 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (8 miles north).
What’s near Stanswood
For rail, the closest station is Hamble station, about 4.8 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Coldeast (5.4 miles north-east) and Calshot Castle (2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Stanswood include Mill Hill and Mercury Marshes.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a small place like Stanswood, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Book a survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Stanswood, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Towns and villages near Stanswood
Other services in Stanswood
Common roof problems in Stanswood
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. We cannot say whether the decision will change.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged gutters and fascias
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St George, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Will the report include photos?
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It’s your record to use.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Stanswood
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- A price for the repairs
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
Stanswood questions
Is the coastal weather around Stanswood hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Within about 1 mile of the sea, as Stanswood is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Is Stanswood within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.