Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Upton, Isle of Wight
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Upton, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Storm damage roof report in Upton
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photographs, and what we think the likely cause is. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. Common reasons to book are loose or torn flashings and damage from fallen branches or debris, across ridges and hips, chimney stacks and gutters and fascias.
For a small place like Upton, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Upton (PO33)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Common questions in Upton
Is my home in Upton listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to Upton?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Upton?
Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
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.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older rural homes like those around Upton can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
What else we do in Upton
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Upton
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Water coming in after the storm
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
If you look after a building such as Haylands Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Questions to ask before you book
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What they will not be able to tell you
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Wind, rain and roofs in Upton
Upton is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather. With Nunwell House about 2.2 miles south-east, Upton sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St. Michael and All Angels, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Landlords with a home close to Smallbrook Junction station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Upton is about 1 mile south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We survey roofs in Upton and the rest of the Isle of Wight, as part of our work across London and South East England. Upton is one of the places in the Isle of Wight where we work. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Every address in PO33 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Stroud Wood Road, Upton Road and Carters Road or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside Upton, we cover Haylands (1 mile north-east), Binstead (1 mile north), Ryde (1 mile north-east), Oakfield (1 mile north-east) and Elmfield (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (5 miles west), Cowes (6 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (8 miles south) and East Cowes (5 miles north-west). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so tell us where you are when you book.
Near you in Upton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ryde Academy and Ryde School with Upper Chine. The nearest railway station is Smallbrook Junction station, about 1.1 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (5.2 miles south) and Sandown Castle (4 miles south). Open spaces near Upton include Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
What affects the price in Upton
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Upton, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.