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Storm damage roof report in Viables, Hampshire
A careful look at the roof at your property in Viables, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Storm damage roof report in Viables
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. We survey flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are ridge tiles that have come loose and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind.
Around Viables, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, through worn flaunching, failed pointing or lifted flashings. Damp on a chimney breast isn’t always rain from above, which is why it is worth tracing properly. It is worth looking at the stack from outside and at the timbers beside it in the loft.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Viables (RG21, RG22, RG25)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the exact price before booking.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Anything about access we should know
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. We photograph any we find.
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Useful tips for Viables property owners
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Common roof problems in Viables
Storms do not only affect pitched roofs. 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.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Shop and office owners around Festival Place may find that finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their report turnaround times
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Storm damage roof reports around Viables
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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. With The Vyne about 3.9 miles north, Viables sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you look after a building such as St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Viables is about 1 mile south-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. In Viables, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Hampshire coverage includes Viables. There’s also a page for Reading.
We work across RG21, RG22 and RG25 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Grove Road, Porter Road and Morley Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Cliddesden (1 mile south), Eastrop (1 mile north), Oakridge (1 mile north), Lychpit (2 miles north-east) and Old Basing (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Farnborough (14 miles east), Fleet (11 miles east), Aldershot (14 miles east), Alton (8 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles north-east) and Tadley (8 miles north).
Near you in Viables
Around Viables, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Costello School, Queen Mary's College and Hackwood Park, among other places. Viables’s nearest station is Basingstoke station, roughly 1.3 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Willis Museum (0.9 miles north) and Festival Place (1.1 miles north). Not far away are The Mill Field and Farleigh Hill.
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FAQs for Viables
How do I find out if my home in Viables is listed?
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 Viables?
Yes, Viables is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It does not include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a smaller place like Viables, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.