What this covers
Storm damage repair starts with emergency protection, such as tarping a roof and boarding windows, so no more water gets in. Then the company removes fallen limbs and debris, repairs or replaces damaged roofing, siding, gutters and windows, and dries any part of the interior that got wet. One certified company can handle the whole sequence or coordinate the trades it needs.
When to call
- Missing shingles, a hole in the roof, or water coming in after wind, hail or a fallen tree.
- Siding, gutters or a fence torn loose.
- Broken windows or doors that leave the home open.
What to expect
- ProtectTarps, board-ups and temporary repairs stop further damage. Nobody goes on a wet or damaged roof without proper staging.
- Clear and documentDebris and fallen limbs are removed. Every damaged area is photographed before repair.
- DryAny water that got inside is extracted and the structure is dried.
- RepairRoofing, siding, gutters, windows and interior finishes are repaired or replaced to match.
First, make it safe
Get a certified company
Tell us what happened and we will connect you with one certified restoration company for your ZIP code. Your details are shared only after you agree to that company by name.
Questions people ask
Should I tarp the roof myself?
No. Wet roofs and ladders are where people get hurt after storms. The safety steps for storm and roof damage on this site explain what to do from the ground. A certified company tarps with proper staging.
A tree is on the house. Who do I call first?
If anyone is hurt or you smell gas, call 911. If a power line is down or touching the tree, call the utility and stay away. Otherwise a certified company can bring the tree service and the roofer together.
What should I photograph?
The outside of the home from every side, the damaged areas close up, any water inside, and the debris before it is moved.
Related: Emergency roof tarping · Wind damage repair · Hail damage repair · All restoration and emergency services
This page describes what the service involves. The company you hire sets the scope, the schedule and the price, and your contract is with that company. We verify credentials and collect reviews from real jobs. We do not guarantee any company's workmanship. Safety steps are general guidance. When in doubt, leave the home and call 911.