The storm is gone, the power’s back and now you’re standing in the yard looking up. There are shingle pieces in the grass, maybe a cracked tile on the driveway, and you can’t tell how bad it is from down here. Storm damage roofing in Palm Coast starts with a simple question: what actually happened to your roof, and what does it need?
The days after a storm are stressful. Your neighbors are calling roofers, trucks you’ve never seen are driving the streets, and someone has probably already knocked on your door. You want a straight answer from someone who’ll still be around when the next storm comes through.
APC Roofing is GAF Certified, licensed in Florida (CCC1337030) and insured. We inspect and document storm damage for free and give you an honest plan. Call 386-259-8425.
Your first steps after a storm in Palm Coast
Stay off the roof. Wet shingles and loose tile are slippery, and storm damage can weaken spots you can’t see.
From the ground, walk around the house and take photos of anything you notice, including debris in the yard, damaged gutters and dents in screen enclosures or outdoor equipment. Inside, check ceilings and the attic for stains or dripping.
If water is coming in, move valuables and put down buckets or towels. Your homeowners policy likely expects you to take reasonable steps to limit further damage, so call your insurance company and ask what they need from you. Policies also have deadlines for reporting damage, so don’t sit on it.
Signs of storm damage on Palm Coast roofs
Some damage is obvious. A lot of it isn’t, which is why a storm damage roof inspection is worth it even when the roof looks fine from the street.
On shingle roofs
Look for missing shingles, shingles that are lifted or creased across the middle, and bare spots where granules have been scoured off. Wind can break the seal under a shingle without tearing it away, so it lies flat again and looks normal until the next gust.
On tile roofs
Wind and flying debris crack tiles and knock them out of place. Broken pieces may be on the ground, or the damage may only show from up close as hairline cracks and shifted rows.
On metal roofs
Check for panels that have lifted at the edges, bent trim and fasteners that have pulled loose.
At the edges and openings
Flashing pulled away from walls or chimneys, damaged pipe boots and bent drip edge are common after a hurricane. These are also where wind-driven rain gets in. During a big storm, rain doesn’t just fall. It blows sideways and even upward under anything that isn’t sealed tight.
Repair, or hurricane roof replacement?
Plenty of storm damage can be repaired: a section of missing shingles, a few cracked tiles, flashing that pulled loose. Our wind damage roof repair page goes into the common fixes.
Replacement makes more sense when the damage is spread across the roof, the roof was already near the end of its life, or water has soaked the decking. Florida’s building code also limits how much of an older roof can be repaired before more of it has to be brought up to current code, which sometimes tips the decision. If it’s time, our roof replacement in Palm Coast page explains what a new roof involves.
Either way, you’ll see photos and hear the reasons before you decide.
Your insurance claim, the honest version
Here’s how storm work goes with APC Roofing:
- You file your own claim with your insurance company.
- You pay your own deductible.
- We document the damage with photos and measurements and give you a written estimate.
- We work with your adjuster so the damage on your roof is clearly accounted for.
Whether something is covered is up to your policy and your insurer. Be wary of anyone who offers to cover or waive your deductible, and read anything a contractor asks you to sign closely, especially in the first few days after a storm.
How to spot a storm chaser
After a hurricane, out-of-town crews show up fast. Some are legitimate. Some aren’t. A few things to watch for:
- Pressure to sign today, before you’ve had time to think or compare
- No Florida roofing license, or a license number that doesn’t match their name
- Asking for a large payment in cash up front
- No local address or way to reach them after the job
You can check any contractor’s license at myfloridalicense.com. Trust matters most when you’re stressed and in a hurry.
How it works
- Book your free inspection. Call 386-259-8425 or request a free online estimate.
- Get a clear, honest assessment and estimate. Photos, measurements and a written estimate you can share with your adjuster. If you need it, financing is available through Aqua Finance, Fortifi, Hearth and Home Run Finance.
- Your roof gets done and the site gets cleaned up. Many residential roofs are finished in a single day.
Storm damage that goes unrepaired tends to grow. A lifted shingle or cracked tile lets in a little water with every rain, and over a few weeks that can reach the decking, insulation and ceiling.
Storm damage questions from Palm Coast homeowners
How soon after a storm should I get my roof inspected?
As soon as it’s safe. Your policy has reporting deadlines, and a quick inspection catches damage before more rain makes it worse.
Will my insurance pay for a new roof?
Coverage comes down to your policy, the damage and your insurer’s decision. We document what we find and give you an estimate. Your adjuster decides what’s covered.
My roof looks fine from the ground. Do I still need an inspection?
It’s a good idea after a hurricane or strong tropical storm. Broken shingle seals, hairline tile cracks and loose flashing are hard to see from below.
Can you match my existing shingles or tile?
Often, though older or discontinued products can be hard to match exactly. You’ll see the options before any repair.
Get your roof back to sound
Call 386-259-8425 or book your free inspection online. You’ll know what the storm did, what it’ll take to fix and that your home is protected for the next one. For more about us, visit our Palm Coast roofing page.
