The storm’s gone, the power’s back on and now you’re standing in the yard looking up. There are shingles in the flower bed, a branch on the garage roof, or maybe nothing obvious at all, just a nagging feeling that something up there isn’t right. You need storm damage repair in Clermont from someone you can trust, and you’d like to know what to do first.
Storms bring their own kind of stress. You’re worried about leaks you can’t see yet, about how your insurance works, and about the strangers who suddenly show up knocking on doors. You deserve calm, clear answers before you sign anything.
APC Roofing is based in Clermont and has been in business since 2017. We’re GAF Certified, licensed in Florida (CCC1337030) and insured, and your storm damage inspection is free. Call 407-270-1129.
The storms that damage Clermont roofs
Lake County sits inland, which spares it from storm surge but not from wind and rain. Roofs around Clermont take damage from a few kinds of weather.
Summer thunderstorms roll through most afternoons in the rainy season. The strongest ones bring sudden gusts strong enough to lift shingles and drop limbs, along with heavy, sideways rain.
Hail is less common here than in the Midwest, but strong Florida thunderstorms do produce it, mostly in spring. It can bruise shingles, crack tile and dent metal. Our hail damage roof repair page explains what to look for.
Tropical storms and hurricanes lose some strength crossing the state, but they can still bring hours of high wind and heavy rain to Central Florida. That steady pressure finds every weak edge on a roof. See our page on hurricane damage roof repair for more.
Falling trees and limbs can break through a roof in any of these storms. Clearing the tree is a job for a tree service; once it’s off, the roof underneath needs a careful look.
What to do in the first day or two
Start with safety. Stay away from downed power lines and stay off the roof. If water is coming in, move belongings out of the way, catch the drips and, if a ceiling is sagging with water, keep everyone out of that room.
Then document what you can from the ground. Take dated photos of the roof, any shingles or debris in the yard, dented gutters and anything damaged inside. Write down when the storm hit. These notes help with your insurance claim and with the inspection.
Call your insurance company or agent if you think you’ll file a claim, and ask what they need from you. Then book a roof inspection so you know what’s really up there.
Storm damage repair in Clermont starts with what you can’t see
Many storm-damaged roofs look fine from the driveway. Wind can break the seal under a row of shingles without blowing them off, so they’ll lift and leak in the next storm. Hail can crack the mat inside a shingle without leaving an obvious mark. Flashing can pull loose at a wall, and tiles can crack under the row above. An inspection on the roof itself, with photos, is the only way to know. Our storm damage roofing page explains what that inspection covers and how repairs get done.
Be careful with door-to-door storm crews
After a big storm, out-of-town crews often show up in Central Florida neighborhoods. Some are fine. Others collect a deposit and disappear, or do a quick job and leave the area before problems show up. A few questions sort them out fast:
- Are you licensed in Florida? What’s the license number?
- Where is your local office?
- Can I see proof of insurance?
Be wary of anyone who pressures you to sign on the spot, asks for a large payment up front, or offers to waive or cover your deductible. Trust matters most when you’re stressed and in a hurry.
How insurance claims work with us
If you decide to file a claim, you file it with your insurance company and you pay your deductible. We inspect and document the damage with photos, provide a written estimate and work with your adjuster so the damage on your roof is clearly accounted for. Your insurance company makes the coverage decision.
If the damage turns out to be small, or below your deductible, you’ll hear that too. Sometimes a straightforward repair is the better path.
How it works
- Book your free inspection. Call 407-270-1129 or request a free online estimate.
- Get a clear, honest assessment and estimate. You’ll get photos of the damage and a written estimate you can share with your insurance company.
- Your roof gets repaired and the site gets cleaned up. Many residential projects are finished in a single day.
Storm damage left alone tends to grow. A lifted shingle or a cracked tile lets in a little water with each rain, and over a wet summer that can mean soaked insulation and soft roof decking.
Storm damage questions from Clermont homeowners
How soon after a storm should I get my roof inspected?
As soon as you reasonably can. Small damage is easier to fix before more rain gets in, and your insurance company will want to know about it promptly.
My roof isn’t leaking. Could it still be damaged?
Yes. Unsealed shingles, hail bruises and loose flashing often don’t leak until the next storm. An inspection will tell you either way.
Who removes a tree that fell on my roof?
A tree service handles the tree itself. Once it’s off the roof, we can inspect, document and repair the damage it left.
Does insurance cover storm damage to my roof?
Many policies cover sudden wind and hail damage, but coverage and deductibles vary. Your insurance company decides what’s covered. We give you the documentation and estimate to support the claim.
Book a storm damage inspection in Clermont
Call 407-270-1129 or book online. You’ll come away knowing exactly what the storm did, with a roof that’s sound again, a dry house and no surprise bill.
