Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Steep, Hampshire
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Steep and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Damaged gutters and fascias
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere as small as Steep, access is frequently the only tricky part. 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 what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Storm damage roof report in Steep: what you get
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. The claim decision rests with your insurer. We survey flashings, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and damaged ridges and hips.
In a village or hamlet like Steep, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We look at what can be seen safely and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Steep (GU32)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Steep
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- How your policy defines a storm
- The outcome of a claim
- Estimates of repair costs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails frequently fail first. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
FAQs for Steep
Is Steep within the area you cover?
Yes. Steep is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Is my home in Steep listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You’ll then get the report by email.
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Steep
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For landlords with property near Petersfield station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Anyone responsible for a site like Steep Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Steep is about 1 mile north of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Surveys in Steep work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. Steep is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for storm damage roof reports. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Storm damage roof reports in GU32 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Church Road and Mill Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Steep: Steep Marsh (1 mile north), Sheet (1 mile south-east), Oakshott (1 mile north), Petersfield (1 mile south) and Stroud (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Havant (11 miles south), Horndean (9 miles south), Alton (9 miles north), Waterlooville (11 miles south), Purbrook (12 miles south) and Bordon (7 miles north-east).
Near you in Steep
In Steep, that means homes and buildings near The Cricketers Inn, Churcher's College and The Petersfield School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Petersfield station, about 1.4 miles south. Nearby you will also find Bear Museum (1.7 miles south) and Petersfield Community Hospital (1.5 miles south). For a walk, there’s Liss Riverside Railway Walk South and Wheatham Hill.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.