The Dos and Don’ts of Post-Storm Roofing

Storms are often the bane of a roofing system’s existence. After all, should a particularly strong storm wind up in your area, your home can easily suffer from a leaking roof as a result. Once the storm has passed, it can be quite tempting to have your roof repaired or replaced immediately. However, according to experts, there are a few post-storm roofing dos and don’ts that you need to keep in mind, such as:

Do: Document the Damage and Call Your Insurance Agent

After a storm, one of the first things that you should do is document damage it inflicted in your home. To accomplish this, simply take a photo and videos of your roof from the ground level and look for leaks or water spots in the ceiling and walls while you’re at it. Once you’re done, you can now call your insurance agent to make it clear that you intend to make a claim. By documenting the damage, you can give the photos and videos to them when they come to your home to further justify your claim.

Don’t: Go Up on the Roof

As much as possible, avoid going up the damaged roof after a storm as it can be hazardous for homeowners such as yourself. This is because the storm may have compromised the roof’s structural integrity and as such, inspecting and repairing the roof is a job that’s always best left to the professionals.

Do: Have the Roof Inspected Before Getting It Replaced

Before you do anything to your roofing system, it’s highly recommended that you first have the roof inspected first. That way, they can determine just how extensive the damage is and give you a more accurate estimate in the process. By doing so, you can properly budget your finances for the repairs or replacement that your roof may need.

Don’t: Hire the First Person Who Knocks on Your Door

After the storm has passed, it’s possible that a day later you’ll hear someone knocking on your door, claiming that the roof needs to be repaired or replaced. While it may seem tempting to take their word for it, it’s highly advised that you don’t as these people could be storm chasers, roofers who do mediocre work for the same price as quality roof repairs and replacements. If you allow them to perform work on your roofing system, it’s possible that your roof may end up in even worse shape than it was in before.

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