Need Emergency Roof Repair? Here’s What You Need to Know

You are probably aware that over time your roof will start to show some wear and tear. Eventually, it will need to be replaced. However, in addition to age, there are also emergencies that can arise with your roof. You may not think about these, but when they occur, you need to know how to handle the situation.

There are numerous incidents that can occur that would require emergency roof repair. The top culprit is a huge storm that blows through and takes part of your roof. That may include a few shingles or a large section of the roof. Other issues can include tree limbs falling onto the roof or roof collapse.

When any of these events take place, it can be an incredibly stressful and scary situation. Your first desire is to get the roof repaired as soon as possible. Thus, after you call a top roofing company, you can expect the following steps to take place.

The Storm Must Pass

If a storm is the cause of the roof issue, then the roofing company will have to wait until the storm passes until they can do any work on the roof. Trying to make repairs in high wind and rain or other adverse weather conditions is extremely dangerous, and a roofing company won’t put their employees at risk.

You also shouldn’t put yourself at risk by trying to fix the roof yourself during a storm. If there is water getting into the house, consider removing objects from the room into a dryer part of the home or put out some buckets to help with the leaks. If the roof is in danger of collapsing, the best thing you can do is get out of the home and get to safety.

Assessing the Damage

If there’s a break in the storm, they may send people out to put up an emergency tarp. This may help reduce the amount of moisture that gets into your home and lower the chance of water damage. Once the storm has passed, then the company will be able to come in and do an inspection to find the extent of damage and figure out how to fix it.

Repairing the Roof

Once the roofing company knows exactly what they need to do to fix the roof, they will generally get to work to get it repaired or replaced. They should be able to work with you and your insurance to get the repairs done quickly and effectively.

If something other than a storm such as tree branches or a tree falls on your home, they may have to wait until this obstacle can be removed. This may require calling a professional that has the skills and abilities to get rid of the tree or branches with the right equipment.

If you find you have a roofing emergency, Horn Brothers Roofing may be able to help. Give us a call today and we can assess the situation and get your roof back to functioning the way it should.