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Storm damage roof report in Wittensford, Hampshire
A careful look at the roof at your property in Wittensford, with photos and a written report.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof reports around Wittensford
The wider area around Wittensford has a long history of building, with Landford Manor about 4.2 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Landlords with a home close to Ashurst New Forest station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Wittensford is about 4 miles west of Totton, in Hampshire. If you are in Wittensford, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. There is also a page for Southampton.
We cover every part of the SO43 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Close by, we survey roofs in Cadnam (1 mile east), Newbridge (1 mile north-east), Minstead (2 miles south), Bartley (2 miles east) and Copythorne (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles north-east), Eastleigh (11 miles east), Totton (4 miles east), Chandler's Ford (10 miles north-east), Hedge End (13 miles east) and Lymington (12 miles south).
Near you in Wittensford
Typical jobs here are in homes near Sir John Barleycorn Inn and the streets around them. Wittensford’s nearest station is Ashurst New Forest station, about 3.8 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Tatchbury Mount Hospital (3 miles east). The countryside around Wittensford includes Copythorne Common.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Wittensford
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We survey flashings, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are lead lifted at abutments and stains appearing after strong winds.
Many homes in small places like Wittensford face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Wittensford (SO43)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Wittensford, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- 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 is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Wittensford
Damage left open lets in more rain. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. Older cottages and farmhouses around Wittensford can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Surveys seven days a week
- Plain-English reports with photos
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Wittensford
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How big the roof is
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Wittensford: your questions answered
Is my home in Wittensford listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover Wittensford?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Wittensford as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey seven days a week.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We are not loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
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Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.