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Storm damage roof report in Stonehills, Hampshire
Storm damage roof reports in Stonehills, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- New damp or leaks inside
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Stonehills
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Common reasons to book include:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Broken or displaced guttering
If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
What to check before booking
- What the survey won’t cover
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether you get a written report with photos
About our storm damage roof report in Stonehills
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We are not loss adjusters, and we cannot say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you’ve noticed damaged flat roof membrane and new damp or leaks inside, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Stonehills, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Stonehills (SO45)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
After the visit, we write up the report with photos 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.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. The report shows each damaged area.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Stonehills can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from the ground. Those photos show the damage as it was. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Stonehills, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Stonehills
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
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FAQs for Stonehills
Is the coastal weather around Stonehills hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Stonehills is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Is my home in Stonehills listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
How do I book a survey in Stonehills?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about one to two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows by email.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Stonehills
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 around your tenants.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Stonehills. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Stonehills roofs and the weather
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Stonehills, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you own a rental within reach of Hamble station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. With Beaulieu Palace House about 4.6 miles west, the area around Stonehills has a long history. On older roofs nearby, leaks often trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters.
Stonehills is about 4 miles south-east of Hythe, in Hampshire. Surveys in Stonehills work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Our Hampshire coverage includes Stonehills. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the SO45 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on Stonehills and Fawley Bypass. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Ashlett (1 mile north-east), Fawley (1 mile north-west), Sprat's Down (1 mile south), Calshot (1 mile south-east) and Blackfield (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gosport (8 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north), Fareham (7 miles east), Totton (10 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (11 miles north) and Hedge End (7 miles north).
Near you in Stonehills
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Falcon Hotel and The New Forest Academy. Stonehills’s nearest station is Hamble station, about 3.3 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Calshot Castle (1.6 miles east) and Coldeast (4.1 miles north-east). Not far away are Mercury Marshes.