What to do when your roof suffers storm damage

Learn about what to do after your Florida home has suffered roof damage from a storm

Every year, storms hit the state of Florida and many Florida homes suffer roof damage as a result. If your home is one of those, you may be wondering what to do next. This article will provide you with some information on the subject.

Assess the damage or call a professional to assess it for you

If you’ve recently had a storm pass through your area and you suspect that your roof may have been damaged, you’ll need to assess the damage to determine if repairs are necessary. To do this, you’ll need to inspect the roof for missing or damaged shingles, water stains on the ceilings or walls inside the home, and any other signs of damage. If you see any damage, make a list of it and take pictures so that you can provide them to your insurance company.

If you’re not comfortable assessing the damage yourself, or if you believe that there may be more serious damage than what you can see, it’s best to call in a professional roofing contractor to inspect the roof and make repairs as necessary. A professional will be able to tell you exactly how much damage was done and will be able to recommend the appropriate repairs. If you need a professional to assess your roof damage, contact The Landau Law Group, and we can help document the damage and assist with the claim from the start.

Make temporary fixes to minimize damage

If you’ve recently discovered that your roof has been damaged in a storm, there are some temporary fixes you can make to minimize the damage until you’re able to get it repaired. One of the most important things to do is to keep any water from getting into the home. You can do this by covering any holes in the roof with a tarp or plywood and by making sure that all of the gutters and downspouts are clear so that water can flow away from the home.

You can also cover any broken or missing shingles with roofing tar or asphalt cement to keep the elements from causing further damage. If there’s a large hole in the roof, you may need to put a bucket or piece of wood under it to catch any water that does manage to get through. These are just temporary fixes, though, and you’ll need to have the roof repaired as soon as possible.

Contact your insurance company

If your home has suffered roof damage as a result of a storm, you’ll need to contact your insurance company as soon as possible. They will likely send out an inspector to assess the damage and will work with you to get the roof repaired. In some cases, they may even provide a temporary roof while the repairs are being made.

Be sure to keep track of all of the expenses related to the roof repairs, including the cost of the inspection, the cost of materials, and the cost of labor. You may be able to get reimbursed for some or all of these costs by your insurance company.

Contact a roofing repair company

Once you know how much damage needs to be repaired, get quotes from several different roofing contractors so that you can choose the one that’s best for you. Be sure to ask about the materials they’ll be using, the warranty on their work, and any other questions you have.

Once you’ve chosen a contractor, have them come out and do the repairs. Most roofs can be repaired fairly quickly, so there shouldn’t be any long wait times. Once the repairs are complete, enjoy your new (and hopefully storm-proof) roof!

Contact the Florida roof damage attorneys at Landau Law

If your roof was damaged and you believe that your insurance policy should pay for repairs but they either have denied your claim or aren’t paying the full value, a roof damage lawyer may be able to help. Oftentimes, just having an attorney on your side is enough for your insurance company to change their tune and work towards a better deal so that they can avoid going to court.

If you need help with a Florida roof damage claim, contact the roof repair attorneys at Landau Law for a free case consultation.

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