Your home is your most prized and cherished possession. It is the safe zone that you can come home to and relax after a long day. It holds your memories and where new ones are made. You can share life with some of your favorite people, your family. Your home is an expression of who you are. A place to design, create, and choose your favorite colors as you decorate the rooms of your home.
When storms come, as they often do in St Louis, and damages occur to our homes, we have to deal with the aftermath and clean up any mess caused by the storm. Damages could be from hail, fallen trees during a tornado, or random debris from straight-line wind storms. What should a homeowner do if a severe storm creates complications? What can be done in these stressful times if the damage is done to your home?
Be Safe
First and foremost, make sure you and your family are safe. This is of top priority. Homes can come and go, but your family is precious. Keeping your family safe goes for any type of weather disaster, whether large or small. Keep the following tips in mind:
- Stay away from downed power lines
- Never use an electrical device if there is excessive flooding present
- Use caution around damaged buildings and fallen trees
- Take a clear assessment of the area before stepping outside the home
Assess the Damage to Your Roof
Regardless of how sturdy a roofing system is, it just can’t compete with some of the major storms that present themselves. Take as many pictures as you can of your roof when conditions are appropriate. If you are able, get a video as well. It is better to have more pictures and videos than not enough.
Make Temporary Fixes
Is there water leaking into your kitchen from holes in the roof? If your home is not flooded, place five-gallon buckets, pails, or pots under the dripping water to collect it and eliminate more damage by leaking water. If there is minimal shingle damage, then a tarp can possibly be placed over the area until it can be repaired properly.
Call a Trusted Roofing Professional
Contact a local roofing company to inspect your roof. They have the safety equipment to climb on top of your roof and inspect damaged areas. An honest company will speak with you about the damages caused and advise you on the choices you can make. Here are some items to consider when speaking with a roofing company.
- Make sure the company is fully insured, with General Liability and Workmen’s Comp, before the team climbs on your roof.
- Do not sign any paperwork the roofing company presents until after the inspection is done, and a plan can be put in place.
- Do not give the roofing company any money up front to do the inspection. It should be a free inspection.
- Know what the roofing company is doing during the inspection. Be present.
- Ask for the company’s license number if you are not familiar with them.
How can you find a trustworthy roofing company in St. Louis in a day when there are so many scammers? You can trust Freedom Roofing to be on your side! We take pride in our work and follow simple principles daily. We treat our customers like family, with courtesy and respect. We do what we say we will do! Provide the best materials and workmanship possible. We are honest and intentional with your best interest in mind
Contact Your Insurance Agent
Make sure to call your insurance agent, and not the company itself. You have a good working relationship with the agent, and they should be able to guide you through the ins and outs of your policy. Ask questions about the sections regarding wind, storm, and hail damage. Some companies cover more than others. Know what your policy involves. (Avoid storm chasers!)
When storms arise, we are that local company you can trust to help get you back on your feet and into a safe and secure home. We are Freedom Roofing in St Louis. We stand behind the quality products we choose and the exceptional craftsmanship we offer with amazing warranties. We strive for your 100% complete satisfaction! We will do our best to fix the devastation from nature’s fury. We will guide you through the process of restoring and rebuilding your roof to its former glory. We promise to treat you like family and address every small detail with care and precision. Contact us when storms ravage the area, and we will help take the stress out of the situation.
