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Storm Damage Roof Report in Upper Wield

Independent storm damage roof reports in Upper Wield. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.

  • Damaged gutters and fascias
  • Damaged ridges and hips
  • Torn or lifted flat roof coverings

Need a storm damage roof report in Upper Wield?

What we look for on each type of roof

Clay and concrete tiles

Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We record what we can see of the fixings.

Chimney stacks

Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.

Storm damage roof report in Upper Wield

After a storm, it helps 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 aren’t loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you’ve noticed flat roof edges peeled back and damaged gutters and fascias, we can find out what’s behind it.

In a village or hamlet like Upper Wield, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are 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.

What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.

Illustration of a house under storm clouds with slates blown off the roof and a clipboard checklist
Location
Upper Wield (SO24)
Region
Hampshire
Prices
From £150 inc. VAT
Report
Written, with photos, emailed to you
Survey days
Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
Insurance
Professional indemnity and public liability
Call
07833 053749
Updated
27 October 2026

What happens on the day

Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Upper Wield can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.

  1. First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
  2. We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
  3. We record and photograph the damage.
  4. We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
  5. We send you the report by email for your insurer.

Before the survey

  • Make sure we can get to the back of the property
  • Show us where any leaks or stains appear
  • Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at

How to book

To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.

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Checking the roof from the ground

It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.

Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.

Leave it or get it looked at?

Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so you know what the roof shows. Around Upper Wield, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.

The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.

Why book us in Upper Wield

  • Visits on any day of the week
  • Independent findings on the roof’s condition
  • Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
  • 5,000+ roofs surveyed

Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.

Tips that help

Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:

  • Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
  • Take photos of stains and damp inside
  • Note the date and time you first saw the damage
  • Keep invoices for temporary repairs

If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.

Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.

Wind, rain and roofs in Upper Wield

A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Historic houses such as Hall Place, about 2.2 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Upper Wield goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.

The streets around a church like Church of St James are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.

Upper Wield is about 5 miles west of Alton, in Hampshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Upper Wield. Our Hampshire coverage includes Upper Wield and the places around it. You can also see our page for Southampton.

We work across SO24 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Upper Wield: Preston Candover (2 miles north-west), Bighton (3 miles south-west), Brown Candover (3 miles west), Totford (4 miles west) and Old Alresford (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (8 miles north), Winchester (11 miles south-west), Fleet (14 miles north-east), Alton (5 miles east), Petersfield (12 miles south-east) and Tadley (15 miles north).

Landmarks near Upper Wield

Around Upper Wield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Yew Tree pub and the streets around them. A little further out are Barton Castle (0.7 miles south-west) and Alton Community Hospital (4.8 miles east). The countryside around Upper Wield includes King's Hill.

Map of Upper Wield © OpenStreetMap contributors

Landlords, agents and block managers in Upper Wield

Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.

If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.

Common questions in Upper Wield

Do you cover Upper Wield?

Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Upper Wield is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.

Is Upper Wield within the area you cover?

Yes, Upper Wield is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.

Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?

Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.

How should I record storm damage myself?

Safely, from ground level or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level, and we’ll record the rest.

Will you deal with the insurance company for me?

No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.

Is wear and tear covered by insurance?

Wear and tear is not normally covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.

How long is the visit?

It typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.

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