As a homeowner, preparing for unexpected weather events is crucial. This is especially important for your roofing system since it’s your home’s first line of defense against the natural elements. The best way to do this is to establish an action plan to guide you in case leaks or other issues arise before they cause more damage. It should include the contact numbers you need to call, such as your roof service contractor, insurance provider and so on.
Here are a few other tips when making your emergency action plan.
Conduct Routine Roof Inspections
Before a storm happens, you’ll need to keep your roof in good condition. This can be done through regular maintenance checks conducted by a trusted roofer. If issues and problems are identified during the inspection, you can quickly get them repaired. This is necessary to ensure even minor damage is addressed as soon as possible and ensure the whole system is intact and capable of withstanding severe weather.
Assess the Damage After the Storm
Severe weather can be unpredictable, which is why we recommend preparing your roof as much as possible. When it hits, you’ll need to wait it out until it is safe to do a damage assessment around your property. You’ll also have to inspect other parts of your home exterior in case they were damaged by the storm. You can expect your roof to sustain some amount of damage, but since you’ve already made the necessary precautions, you may probably have prevented any lasting damage. Just make sure to get the repairs done by a professional roofing contractor!
Call Your Insurance Provider
As soon as the weather becomes favorable, you need to contact your insurance provider to start filing your claim. Usually, the company will send a representative to inspect property, but having a trusted roofer by your side provides you with a helpful set of eyes and professional insight as to the true extent of the roof damage.
Willi Roofing Services is a trusted residential roofer in the area that also specializes in insurance repairs. We’ll help you work with your insurance company to speed up the claims filing process. You can count on our team to document the damage to your roof and provide the necessary paperwork, including repair estimates, to ensure the entire process moves as smoothly and quickly as possible. Call us today at (512) 394-8234, or fill out our convenient online form. We serve Round Rock, TX, and the surrounding areas.
