Sometimes you might face an emergency roof repair situation. Tree branches might fall on the roof or severe storms blow off shingles. When you are scheduling a normal roof system inspection and/or maintenance, you are mentally prepared for the repair work. During emergency roof repair situations, however, you have to face adverse circumstances all of the sudden. Emergency roof repair is required when your home’s safety has been compromised. The very first thing that you should do is to remain calm. If you are not sure what should be done when there is an emergency roof repair situation, then don’t worry. Here are some important steps that you can follow to handle the situation…
#1 Get An Overview Of The Roof:
During an emergency roof repair situation, analyze the severity of the damage caused to the roof. You or a professional should wear safety gear before climbing up on the roof. You can check the shingles, flashing, caulk, roof edges, the roof’s underlying surface, and other components of the roof. If you think that the entire roof has been damaged, get the damages fixed immediately.
When the roof is damaged, there will probably be water leak issues. You might need a temporary solution, like a tarp, to keep your interior walls and ceiling protected from harm.
#2 Take Pictures Of The Damages And Get An Estimate From Professional Roofing Contractors For Roof Repair:
Take pictures of the damages. This will help you make your insurance claim. Professional roofing contractors should inspect the entire roof for damages and then let you know their estimated cost for the repair work.
#3 Contact Your Insurance Company:
When damage is caused to the roof, it most likely can and will be covered by the insurance company. To provide proof to the insurance company, you would need to submit pictures of the roof damage and get all important documents ready that explain the severity of the roof damage. You must also provide information about the roof repair done (or to be done) by professional roofing contractors.
Summary:
If and when your roof gets severely damaged and it’s an emergency situation, there are certain things you need to do. It’s so important to survey the damage, take pictures, consult with your insurance company, and, most importantly, work with professional roofing contractors who can make needed repairs quickly.