ServicesStorm Damage Repair
Storm Damage Repair in Ludlow, From First Photo to Final Sweep
After a storm, you want to know what got hurt and what it takes to fix it. We get on the roof, photograph what we find and give you a plain answer. One person stays your contact from the estimate through cleanup.
What Storm Damage Repair Covers
Storms hurt roofs in a few common ways. Wind lifts shingle tabs and breaks the seal strip that holds them flat. Hail bruises shingles and knocks off the granules that protect them from sun. Limbs puncture decking. Sometimes the damage is obvious from the yard. Often it is not, and it shows up months later as a stain on a ceiling.
Our job is to find all of it, fix it right and keep you informed. One person answers your calls, walks the roof with you if you like, and coordinates the crew. You do not have to repeat your story to three different people.
Some storms leave a roof that can be patched. Others leave enough damage that a full roof replacement makes more sense. We tell you which one you have and why.
What the Work Includes
Every slope checked
We look at all sides of the roof, including the ones that faced away from the wind. Ridge caps, flashing, vents and pipe boots get a close look too.
Photos of every problem
You get clear pictures of each spot we find, marked so you can see where it is on your home. They are yours to keep and share with your insurance company.
Temporary cover when needed
If water can get in before the repair date, we tarp the opening and fasten it down so it holds.
Shingle and decking repair
We pull lifted, creased or bruised shingles and replace any soft or broken decking below them. The new shingles are chosen to blend in with the color and style you have now, and we tell you up front if an exact match is not out there.
Gutter and siding checks
Hail dents gutters and cracks siding too. We look at both and note anything that needs gutter or siding work.
Cleanup
We pick up debris, run a magnet over the yard and driveway for nails and leave the site the way we found it.
Signs Your Roof Took Storm Damage
Shingle pieces on the lawn
A torn shingle on the grass or driveway tells you wind got under an edge somewhere. The shingles around that spot have often lost their seal as well.
Granules piling up
Look at the end of your downspouts. A heavy pile of dark grit after a hail storm usually means shingles were bruised.
Dents on metal
Check gutters, vents and the air conditioner. If hail dented those, it likely hit the roof as well.
New ceiling stains
A brown ring that showed up after heavy rain points to a leak. The source is not always right above the stain.
Creased or flapping tabs
From the street, shingles that look lifted or have a straight line across them were bent back by wind. The seal is broken and they will leak.
A limb on the roof
Even if it rolled off, a heavy branch can crack decking. Have it checked before the next rain.
How a Storm Repair Job Runs
- 1
You call, we set a visit
You talk to the person who will handle your job. We pick a time to come out for the free estimate.
- 2
We inspect and photograph
We go over the whole roof and the gutters and siding. You get the photos and a written list of what we found.
- 3
We talk through insurance
If you plan to file a claim, we explain how the process usually goes and what the adjuster will want to see. We can meet the adjuster on the roof if you ask. The claim decision is theirs, not ours.
- 4
Repair day
The crew protects your landscaping, removes damaged material and installs new. Your contact checks in so you know where things stand.
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Final look and cleanup
We walk the finished work, sweep for nails and show you photos of the completed repair.
Where the Price of a Storm Repair Comes From
We put a number on a storm job only after we have been up on the roof. Your written estimate breaks the work into separate lines, so nothing is lumped together. If tearing off shingles turns up more damage, we stop, show you, and talk it over before any extra work starts.
- How much is damaged
- A few torn shingles on one slope costs far less than hail damage across the whole roof.
- Decking condition
- Wet or broken plywood under the shingles has to be replaced. We cannot tell for sure until the old material is off.
- Pitch and roof height
- A steep slope or a two-story roof means more harness and ladder work before anyone starts tearing off. The job itself goes slower too.
- Matching materials
- Older or discontinued shingles can be harder to match. Sometimes that changes whether repair or replacement is the better call.
- Gutters and siding
- If hail or wind hit those too, fixing them adds to the total. We price each part separately so you can decide.
Storm Damage Questions
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Do I contact my insurance company before I have the roof looked at?
You can do it in either order. A lot of homeowners have us check the roof first, so they know there is real damage before a claim goes on file. You get photos and a written list to pass along to your insurer.
Will you deal with my adjuster?
We can meet the adjuster at your home and point out what we found. We do not act as your adjuster or negotiate your claim for you. We just make sure the damage is seen and explained clearly.
Nothing looks wrong from the street. Is it worth having someone climb up?
Often it is. A shingle that lost its seal or took a small hail hit usually looks normal from below. You only spot it up close, with your hands on the shingle. Our inspection is free, so checking costs you nothing.
How soon should I get it fixed?
Sooner is better, because a small opening lets water into the decking and insulation. If the repair cannot happen right away, we put a tarp over the damaged area to keep rain out until it can.
Who do I call with questions during the job?
The same person who did your estimate. They coordinate the crew and keep track of your job, so you get a straight answer without being passed around.
Find Out What the Storm Left Behind
We will look over your roof, show you the photos and tell you plainly what it needs. No pressure either way.