Every year, home and business owners in South Florida face the risk of their property being damaged by hurricanes, storms, and heavy rainfall. It’s one of the unavoidable downsides to the many perks of living in the Sunshine State. For complete peace of mind during hurricane season, you need to have a trustworthy local roofing company on standby for any emergency roof repairs you may need.
For over 25 years, STS Impact Windows, Doors & Roofing has provided fast, reliable emergency roof repairs to homes across Martin, Palm Beach, and Broward Counties.
When Disaster Strikes, You Need The Best
If your home’s roof is damaged in a storm or hurricane, you need to act quickly. Delaying repairs could mean that you end up covering not only the cost of a new roof but also the cost of repairing damage to your home’s interior due to leaks and exposure. Emergency roof repairs not only protect your home’s interior and furniture but also ensure that your roof is in the best possible shape before the next round of bad weather hits. Even a minor weakness in your roof’s structure from a storm can leave it vulnerable to severe damage in future inclement weather – damage that can be prevented by acting quickly to restore your roof’s structural integrity.
It’s good to keep in mind that in the roofing industry, any roof damage or structural weakness – whether caused by a weather event or the result of long-term wear and tear – can be considered an emergency. This is because any roof damage poses risks to your home and family, and will likely rapidly worsen if not addressed quickly and effectively.
Signs Your Roof Needs Emergency Repair
There are several ways in which inclement weather can damage your roof, and some kinds of damage are easier to detect than others. Below are some of the tell-tale signs that your roof urgently needs attention.
Water leaks and seepage into ceilings and walls
Water pooling on your floors or dripping from your ceiling is one of the most common indicators that your roof is damaged, particularly after storms. Sometimes, however, a water leak may not be directly visible. If you detect bubbling in your wall paint, brown water stains on your ceiling, or other common signs of water damage, there is likely a leak in your roof that needs urgent attention.
Drooping or slumped roof
Where whole parts of your roof have been destroyed or blown away, structural damage is visibly obvious. However, in less severe cases, structural damage only reveals itself through drooping, sagging, or lopsidedness in your roof. If you have detected that your roof is sagging after a storm, calling in an emergency roof repair team should be your top priority – there is a risk your roof could collapse entirely, causing serious damage and possible injury.
Cracked, loose, or missing tiles or shingles
For homes with tile or shingle roofs, broken or missing tiles are the most common issue homeowners are likely to face after a storm or strong winds. This is particularly so for older tile and shingle roofs that have not been adequately maintained. While a single damaged tile or shingle may not concern you, you must replace it as soon as possible. It will leave the underlying roof structure exposed to further damage and water infiltration and can cause far greater damage if not repaired quickly.
Damaged flashing and/or gutters
Flashing ensures that water flows off your rooftop rather than seeping into it. It is a critical line of defense in the stormy season. If you notice that your roof’s flashing has come loose, is peeling away from roof openings (such as vents or skylights), or is in any other way damaged, you should call in the roof experts as soon as possible.
Detecting Roof Damage Safely
Remember that not all roof damage is immediately visible after a storm or hurricane. To avoid the risk that undetected damage will cause serious roof issues it is advisable you contact a reliable roofing company to inspect your roof after bad weather. This also saves you from incurring potential injuries by attempting to inspect your roof yourself. In cases where your roof’s structure has been weakened, but this damage is not immediately visible, you are placing yourself in danger by climbing onto your roof. It is better to leave post-storm roof inspections to the professionals, who have the correct safety equipment and the expertise to thoroughly inspect your roof.
Emergency Roof Repair & Replacement
Through years of assisting homeowners in the aftermath of hurricanes and storms, STS Impact Windows, Doors & Roofing has seen it all. We have the skills and expertise to carry out a wide range of emergency roof repairs quickly and effectively, from addressing water leaks and damaged flashing to replacing broken tiles and shingles, repairing collapsed roofs, and more.
In the unfortunate scenario that your roof cannot be repaired, we will replace your entire roof in as short a time frame as possible. If you are uncertain whether your roof has been damaged, we will gladly perform a thorough inspection of your roof, flashing, and drainage system.
We also offer a variety of roof weatherproofing services to protect your roof from damage in future storms and hurricanes. These include applying sealants, coatings, or waterproof membranes, incorporating wind-resistant materials and design techniques, and upgrading water drainage systems.
Insurance Claim Assistance
At STS Impact Windows, Doors & Roofing, we know how stressful it can be to experience roof damage during a storm. The last thing you want is a drawn-out and complicated insurance claims process. We will assist you with your insurance claim, performing the necessary inspections, assessing the damage, and providing a detailed quote, so that you have one less thing to worry about while you navigate the fallout from extreme weather.
Fast And Reliable Emergency Roof Repairs From Martin to Broward County
You need a local roofing company that you can count on in your hour of need. At STS Impact Windows, Doors & Roofing, we have assisted countless South Floridian families with quick, reliable emergency roof repairs in our more than 25 years in the roofing business.
Our experienced teams are highly skilled and have earned a reputation for exceptional workmanship and impeccable client service. Whether you simply need a few tiles replaced or your entire roof repaired, our roof experts will be on the scene taking care of the damage in no time.
To find out more about roofing services or to receive a free quote, call us at 561-600-1018 today.
