Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in The Hummicks
We carry out storm damage roof reports in The Hummicks and the rest of Hampshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in The Hummicks
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. If you’ve noticed flat roof edges peeled back and damaged gutters and fascias, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like The Hummicks often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- The Hummicks (SO42)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos. On timing, most surveys take an hour or two at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like The Hummicks, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Areas we cannot see safely
- Estimates of repair costs
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in The Hummicks
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
What a storm damage roof report looks like in The Hummicks
The coast is about 2 miles or less from The Hummicks, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. 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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you let a flat or house near Beaulieu Road station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Beaulieu Palace House, about 0.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around The Hummicks. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times.
The Hummicks is about 4 miles south-west of Hythe, in Hampshire. The Hummicks is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. The Hummicks is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
We survey roofs across the SO42 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to The Hummicks include Bailey's Hard (1 mile south-west), Beaulieu (1 mile north-west), East Boldre (2 miles west), Furzey Lodge (2 miles west) and Dibden Purlieu (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Gosport (12 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (11 miles east), Totton (8 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (12 miles north) and Hedge End (9 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in The Hummicks
In The Hummicks, that means homes and buildings near The New Forest Academy and The Montagu Arms, among other places. The closest station to The Hummicks is Beaulieu Road station, about 4.2 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (1.1 miles north-west) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (5.9 miles south-west).
Common questions in The Hummicks
Is my home in The Hummicks listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover smaller places like The Hummicks?
Yes. The Hummicks is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
How long does the survey take?
It typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground, and we will record the rest.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in The Hummicks?
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Common reasons to book include:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
The streets around a church such as Church of the Blessed Virgin and Child are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Places near The Hummicks
What else we do in The Hummicks
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.