Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Upham
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Upham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damaged pots on the stack
About our storm damage roof report in Upham
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. We survey ridges and hips, flashings and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and damaged pots on the stack.
For a small place like Upham, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Upham (SO32)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like Upham can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What we can’t see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- A price for the repairs
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Upham
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Check your policy for how to report damage
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
When to book a survey in Upham
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Upham Church of England Aided Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How long the report takes to arrive
Common questions in Upham
Do you cover Upham?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Upham is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
Is my home in Upham listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report does not include repair costs.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Upham
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
Landlords with a home close to Hedge End station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Upham is about 5 miles east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Upham can all book storm damage roof reports. Upham is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Here we cover the SO32 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Church Street, Shoe Lane and Widlers Lane, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Ashton (1 mile south-east), Lower Upham (1 mile south-west), Wintershill (2 miles south-west), Durley Street (2 miles south-west) and Bishop's Waltham (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Winchester (6 miles north-west), Gosport (13 miles south), Havant (14 miles south-east), Eastleigh (5 miles west), Fareham (9 miles south) and Horndean (11 miles south-east).
Around Upham
We work in homes and buildings around Brushmakers Arms, among other places. The closest station to Upham is Hedge End station, roughly 4.4 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Moorgreen Hospital (5.4 miles south-west) and Bishop's Waltham Museum (2.1 miles south). Not far away are Bishops Waltham Branch LNR and Beacon Hill.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
To price your survey, we look at:
- Height and safe access
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.