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What Counts as a Roof Emergency?

A roof emergency is anything actively letting water in or threatening the structure: an active leak, a tree or large branch on the roof, or wind damage that exposed the decking before more rain. A few missing shingles with no leak, or hail damage that isn't leaking yet, can usually wait for a scheduled free inspection — you don't need to pay after-hours rates for it. When in doubt, send the request and describe what you see; the contractor will tell you how urgent it is.

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Fallen Tree or Branch

Structural damage from fallen trees requires immediate assessment to determine if your home is safe to occupy and to prevent further water intrusion. This is a priority emergency.

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Active Roof Leak

Water dripping inside your home can cause rapid damage to insulation, drywall, and structural framing. A tarp installation within hours can prevent thousands in additional damage.

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Hail Damage

Hail can crack or puncture shingles, leaving your roof open to leaks that may not show up immediately. Get it inspected before the next rain.

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Hurricane / Wind Damage

High winds can lift shingles, expose decking, or damage flashing. Emergency tarping protects your home until full repairs can be scheduled.

What to Do While Waiting for the Contractor

These 4 steps can prevent additional damage before the roofer arrives.

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Place Buckets Under Leaks

Contain dripping water to protect floors, furniture, and valuables. Lay down towels and plastic sheeting around the area.

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Photograph All Damage

Take photos and video from safe ground level before any cleanup. Your insurance claim rests on this documentation.

Do NOT go on the roof yourself.
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Call Your Insurance

File a claim as soon as possible — most policies require prompt notification after storm events. Have your policy number ready.

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Do Not Sign Anything Yet

Do not sign any contracts or repair agreements until your insurance adjuster has visited. Assignment of Benefits forms can cause claim complications.

During an Active Leak or Storm: Stay Safe First

The roof can be repaired. The goal in the first hour is to keep water away from your electrical system and structure, and to keep yourself off a wet roof. More people are hurt by falls after a storm than by the leak itself.

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Cut the Power Near Water

If water is running near outlets, light fixtures, or the breaker panel, shut off power to that area at the panel. Do not touch wet electrical fittings. Water and wiring together are the real hazard during a leak.

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Drain a Bulging Ceiling

A sagging, water-filled ceiling can collapse. Place a bucket underneath and poke a small hole at the lowest point of the bulge to let it drain in a controlled way. It is safer than letting the whole section give out at once.

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Contain and Protect Inside

Move furniture, rugs, and electronics out of the drip path. Lay down buckets, towels, and plastic sheeting. Containing water early prevents soaked drywall, ruined flooring, and the mold that follows.

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Stay Off the Roof

Do not climb a wet, steep, or storm-damaged roof, and never go up during wind or lightning. If you must slow the water, work from inside the attic or from the ground. Leave roof access to the contractor.

Emergency Tarping and Documenting the Damage

Two things protect your wallet after a storm: a tarp that actually stays put, and proof of what the storm did.

A proper emergency tarp is anchored over the ridge and held down with battens so wind cannot lift it and water cannot run underneath. A tarp thrown loosely over the damage often does more harm by trapping water against the deck. A roofer can install one within hours, and the cost is usually reimbursable because most policies require you to prevent further damage.

Before any cleanup, document the loss for your insurance claim. Photograph and video from ground level: wide shots for context, then close-ups of cracked or missing shingles, dented flashing, gutters, and vents, and granules washed into the gutters. Capture interior water stains and note the date and time of the storm. Keep every receipt for tarping and mitigation. Good documentation helps the adjuster scope the damage and keeps the insurer from writing it off as ordinary wear, which is not covered.

File the claim promptly. Most policies set a window, often one year from the storm date, and require prompt notice. Once the tarp is on and the damage is documented, you can take your time choosing a contractor for the permanent repair. Do not sign a contract or an Assignment of Benefits form before the adjuster visits.

Emergency Roof Repair FAQ

Move furniture and electronics out of the path of the water and put a bucket under each drip, with towels and plastic sheeting around it. If water is bulging a ceiling, poke a small hole at the lowest point to drain it into a bucket so the whole ceiling does not come down. Cut power to any room where water is near outlets or fixtures. Photograph everything from ground level, then request emergency help. Do not climb onto a wet or storm-damaged roof yourself.
Emergency tarp installation typically costs $300 to $800 depending on roof size and pitch. Permanent repairs depend on the damage: minor work runs $500 to $2,000, while major structural damage can cost $5,000 or more. If the damage is from a covered storm event, you usually pay only your deductible.
Most homeowners policies cover emergency repairs caused by sudden events like storms, hail, and fallen trees. You also have a duty to prevent further damage, so emergency tarping is usually reimbursable. Document everything before cleanup, call your insurer promptly, and keep receipts for any mitigation work.
Your request notifies a local contractor instantly, and we route it to them as soon as it comes in — how quickly they call back depends on their current workload. On-site arrival depends on your area and how loaded contractors are after the storm — the contractor gives you a real ETA on that first call, with emergency tarping prioritized over full repairs.
Only from inside the attic or from the ground if you can reach safely. A wet, steep, or storm-damaged roof is dangerous, and falls cause more injuries after storms than the damage itself. A roofer anchors the tarp properly over the ridge with battens so wind does not lift it and water does not run underneath. If you must act before they arrive, work from ground level and stay off the roof.
For a minor leak, staying home is usually fine once you have contained the water. If a tree hit the structure, if you see sagging in the roof or ceiling, or if water has reached electrical wiring, leave and stay with a neighbor or in a hotel until a professional confirms the home is safe.
Photograph and video every damaged area from safe ground level, including wide shots for context and close-ups of cracked or missing shingles, dented flashing and gutters, and granules collecting in the gutters. Capture interior water stains and the date and time of the storm. Keep receipts for any emergency tarping. This documentation supports your claim and helps the adjuster scope the loss.
Most policies require prompt notice and set a filing window, often one year from the date of the storm. File as soon as you safely can. Waiting makes it harder to prove the damage came from a specific event rather than from gradual wear, which insurers do not cover.
No. Do not sign a repair contract or an Assignment of Benefits form until your insurance adjuster has inspected the damage. Storm chasers who appear right after an event sometimes push these forms; signing one can transfer control of your claim payment. Get the emergency tarp done to stop further damage, then take your time on permanent repairs.