What to Do After Wind or Storm Damage to Your Roof
Storm damage needs a calm, safe response. Taking the right steps immediately after wind or hail damage protects your home, supports your insurance claim, and prevents further water entry.
Ensure safety first
Before anything else, make sure your family is safe. Avoid rooms with active leaks or sagging ceilings, and never climb on a storm-damaged roof yourself—wet surfaces and structural damage make it dangerous.
If you see downed power lines or suspect structural damage, contact emergency services.
Document the damage
Take clear photos and video of all visible damage from the ground and from inside (water stains, damaged drywall). Good documentation supports your insurer communication and helps a roofer plan repairs.
Note the date and time of the storm and when you first noticed damage.
Get temporary protection
Emergency tarping limits further water entry until permanent repairs proceed. A professional roofer can secure tarps safely without risking your safety.
Temporary protection is especially important if more storms are forecast.
Contact your insurer and a roofer
Notify your insurer promptly and follow their claim process. Then have a roofer inspect and document damage with photos and a written scope to support your claim.
We provide documentation to support your insurer communication, but claim decisions rest with your insurer. We do not guarantee claim outcomes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I go on my roof to check storm damage?
No. Storm-damaged roofs are slippery and may be structurally unsound. Have a professional inspect it safely.
Will my insurance cover storm damage?
Coverage depends on your policy and the damage. We provide documentation to support your claim, but your insurer decides claim outcomes.
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