Hampshire · London and the South East
Townsend Storm Damage Roof Report
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Townsend, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
About our storm damage roof report in Townsend
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey flat roofs, ridges and hips and slate and tile slopes, and people most often book us about damaged gutters and fascias and stains appearing after strong winds.
Somewhere as small as Townsend, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Townsend (RG26)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Townsend
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Townsend. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Townsend, the journey is planned beforehand: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it’s 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.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Townsend
With The Vyne about 4.7 miles east, Townsend sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. 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.
For landlords with property near Midgham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take an older house close to Church of St Catherine: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Townsend is about 3 miles south-west of Tadley, in Hampshire. Bookings from Townsend are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Townsend is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
All of RG26 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover Wolverton Common (1 mile north), Axmansford (2 miles north), West Heath (2 miles east), Ramsdell (2 miles south-east) and Baughurst (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (6 miles south-east), Andover (15 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles south-east), Tadley (3 miles north-east), Hook (11 miles east) and Popley (5 miles south-east).
What’s near Townsend
Around Townsend, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The George And Dragon Public House. Townsend’s nearest station is Midgham station, roughly 4.9 miles north. A little further out are Park Prewett Hospital (4.5 miles south-east).
Tips that help
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
You’ll need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
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.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
Townsend questions
Will you come out to Townsend?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is Townsend in the area you cover?
Yes, Townsend is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Townsend as anywhere else.
How do I book a survey in Townsend?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Townsend?
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. We cannot say whether the decision will change.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flat roof edges peeled back
If you look after a building like The Hurst School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Will the report include photos?
- Their insurance cover
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Places near Townsend
What else we do in Townsend
How we price storm damage roof reports
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Which survey package you book
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.