Storm Damage Roofing

After a storm, time matters. Temporary damage can become permanent water intrusion within days. You need a contractor who responds fast, documents properly for insurance, and does not cut corners on the repair.

Average Cost: Varies - often covered by insurance (minus deductible)

After the Storm

Step 1: Document damage with photos from the ground (do not climb on a damaged roof). Step 2: Call your insurance company to file a claim. Step 3: Get a professional roof inspection from a licensed contractor. Step 4: Get repair estimates. Do not sign anything until your insurance adjuster has inspected the damage.

Working with Insurance

A good storm damage contractor will: meet with your insurance adjuster on-site, provide detailed documentation and photos, help with the claims process, and work within your insurance company's approved pricing. Be wary of contractors who want to "supplement" your claim aggressively or ask you to sign an Assignment of Benefits (AOB).

Red Flags

Watch out for storm chasers: contractors who appear after storms offering door-to-door inspections. Red flags include: no local address or office, asking for large deposits, pressuring you to sign immediately, offering to waive your deductible (this is insurance fraud), and not providing a written contract.