Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Tapnage, Hampshire
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Tapnage, with photos and a written report.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- New damp or leaks inside
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Landlord and commercial surveys in Tapnage
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
How a storm damage roof report works in Tapnage
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. We survey flat roofs, chimney stacks and ridges and hips, and people most often book us about broken or displaced guttering and stains appearing after strong winds.
In a village or hamlet like Tapnage, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We look at what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Tapnage (PO17)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Tapnage
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Outbuildings and barns around Tapnage are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Tapnage
- Package prices that include VAT
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Also near Tapnage
Other services in Tapnage
Wind, rain and roofs in Tapnage
Tapnage is within about 4 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Take a building like The Henry Cort Community College: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. For businesses in and around places such as Fareham Shopping Centre, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast.
Tapnage is about 3 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. We cover Tapnage and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Tapnage is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Surveys in PO17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Tapnage: Knowle (1 mile south-east), Funtley (1 mile south), Whiteley (2 miles west), Burridge (2 miles west) and Segensworth (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (7 miles south-east), Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles south) and Horndean (9 miles east).
Near you in Tapnage
The nearest railway station is Swanwick station, about 2.4 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Knowle Hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Fareham Shopping Centre (3.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Swanwick Lakes.
Common questions in Tapnage
Do you cover smaller places like Tapnage?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is the coastal weather around Tapnage hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from the ground first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
The survey, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Cottages and farmhouses around Tapnage often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
What we are asked to look at in Tapnage
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, with photos.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
For landlords with property near Swanwick station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their insurance cover
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, particularly where the nails have corroded. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.