The storm blew through overnight. This morning there’s a limb on the lawn, a few shingles by the fence and a water spot on the bedroom ceiling that wasn’t there yesterday. By lunch, two different crews have knocked on your door. You need to know how bad it is, who to call and what to do first.
Storm damage roofing in the Ozarks is mostly about getting those first few decisions right. Find out what actually happened to the roof, keep water out of the house, and pick a contractor you’ll still be able to reach next year.
APC Roofing is a GAF Certified roofing contractor with an office in Springfield, licensed and insured, and in business since 2017. Your storm damage inspection is free.
The first things to do after a storm
Start with safety. Stay off the roof, especially if it’s wet or you can see sagging. Keep clear of any downed power lines, and call the utility if a line is down or a limb is resting on one.
Then work through the house:
- Check the ceilings and the attic if you can get into it safely. Look for wet insulation, drips or fresh stains.
- Move belongings away from any leak and catch water in a bucket. A small hole in the ceiling drywall at the center of a bulge can let trapped water drain in one spot instead of spreading.
- Walk the outside and take photos from the ground: missing shingles, dents in the gutters, fallen limbs, damaged siding.
- Write down the date and time of the storm. You’ll want it if you decide to file a claim.
- Book an inspection before you sign anything with anyone.
Storm damage roofing in the Ozarks: what each storm does
Southwest Missouri gets its share of severe weather, and each kind leaves its own marks.
Hail bruises and cracks shingles and dents soft metal. It often doesn’t leak right away, which is why it’s easy to miss. Our hail damage roof repair page for the Ozarks goes into detail.
Wind, including the straight-line winds that come with spring thunderstorms, lifts shingle edges, creases tabs and peels back ridge caps and flashing. See wind damage roof repair in the Ozarks.
Falling trees and limbs are a big one on the wooded lots common around here. A limb can crack decking or punch through, and even one that just scrapes across the roof can tear shingles loose.
Winter ice builds up at the eaves, and repeated freezing and thawing pries open anything a summer storm already loosened.
What storm damage roofing services cover
A good storm damage visit is more than a quick look at the spot you pointed to. It should cover:
- An inspection of every slope, plus the flashing, vents, pipe boots, gutters and ridge
- A look in the attic, where we can get to it, for wet decking or insulation
- Photos and measurements of the damage
- A written estimate for repair or replacement
- Notes on related damage to gutters, siding, fascia or soffits
From there, the work might be a small roof repair, a section replaced or a full new roof. Whatever it is, you’ll see why.
How to choose a storm damage roofing contractor
After a big storm, roofing crews from all over show up in town. Many are honest. Some are gone by the time a warranty question comes up. A few questions sort them out quickly:
- Do they have a local office you could drive to?
- Can they show a license and proof of insurance?
- Will they inspect and give you a written estimate before asking you to sign?
- Do they explain the damage with photos, or just tell you that you need a new roof?
Be wary of anyone who offers to waive or cover your deductible, who wants a signature on the spot, or who says they’ll take your insurance claim off your hands. You file your own claim and pay your own deductible. A good contractor documents the damage, provides an estimate and works with your adjuster. Our insurance roof claims page for the Ozarks explains how that works.
How it works with APC Roofing
- Book your free inspection. Call 913-398-5020 or request a free estimate online.
- Get a clear, honest assessment and estimate. You’ll see photos of the damage, hear whether it’s a repair or a replacement, and get it in writing.
- Your roof gets done and the site gets cleaned up. Many residential shingle roofs are replaced in a single day, and the crew cleans up before leaving.
If the work isn’t covered by insurance and you’d like to spread out the cost, financing is available through Aqua Finance, Fortifi, Hearth and Home Run Finance.
Storm damage roofing questions
How do I know if my roof has storm damage if nothing is leaking?
Look for clues around the house: dented gutters, granules at the downspouts, shingle pieces in the yard. The surest way is an inspection, since hail bruises and lifted shingles are hard to see from the ground.
Should I get a temporary fix right away?
If water is coming in, limiting the damage inside comes first. Tell us what you’re seeing when you call, and we’ll talk through what makes sense for your roof.
Do you repair storm damage on metal and tile roofs?
Yes. We work on shingle, metal, tile and flat roofs.
Is a storm damage inspection free?
Yes. The inspection and estimate are free, with no obligation to hire us or to file a claim.
Get your roof back to normal
Storm damage that sits tends to spread. Water that gets past a missing shingle soaks the decking and insulation, and a repair that would’ve been small in May can turn into a bigger job by fall.
Call 913-398-5020 to book your free inspection. You’ll know exactly what the storm did, you’ll pick your next step with clear information, and you’ll be back to a dry house and a roof you don’t have to think about.
