Hampshire · London and the South East
Upper Froyle Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Upper Froyle. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Water coming in after the storm
Storm damage roof report in Upper Froyle: what you get
After a storm, it is useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. 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 can’t tell you if your claim will succeed. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. If you’re worried about gutters pulled loose in the wind and holes or cracks caused by debris, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips alike.
Roofs in small places like Upper Froyle frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Upper Froyle (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Upper Froyle
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you own a rental within reach of Bentley (Hampshire) station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Eggar's School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. The streets around a church like Church of St Mary of the Assumption are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Upper Froyle is about 3 miles north-east of Alton, in Hampshire. Surveys in Upper Froyle work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the GU34 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Burnham Square and Oast Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Froyle (1 mile north-east), Lower Froyle (1 mile north-east), Neatham (1 mile south-west), Holybourne (2 miles south-west) and Wyck (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (10 miles north-west), Farnborough (10 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north-east), Aldershot (8 miles north-east), Alton (3 miles south-west) and Petersfield (12 miles south).
Local landmarks in Upper Froyle
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Hen And Chicken Public House. The nearest railway station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 2.3 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Allen Gallery (3 miles south-west) and Barley Pound (3.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Upper Froyle includes Holybourne Hill.
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- How your policy defines a storm
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Upper Froyle questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Upper Froyle?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is Upper Froyle within the area you cover?
Yes. Upper Froyle 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 when booking.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
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What else we do in Upper Froyle
Surveys for landlords and agents in Upper Froyle
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
- Anything about access we should know
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Upper Froyle, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Why act early in Upper Froyle
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. Around Upper Froyle, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- An independent view of the roof
- Packages from £150, including VAT
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.