Storm Damage Roofs

A roof that begins leaking after strong winds or driving rain needs a careful assessment of the covering and its edges. New Haven homeowners should describe visible changes without climbing onto the roof. Keep away from wet electrical fixtures or a sagging ceiling, and move belongings only where it is safe to do so.

Visible changes following a storm
Gaps in the covering, roof pieces in the yard, displaced ridge shingles and bent flashing are useful clues. Indoors, record staining or drips and whether they appear only when rain comes from one direction.

Inspection and protection options
An independent roofer can explain whether temporary protection is appropriate and what a closer inspection finds. Ask which damaged sections need attention and whether the remaining covering is serviceable. Record the date and retain photographs for your insurer; the policy and the insurer determine any coverage.

Discuss a storm-damaged roof and explain when damage appeared, which rooms are affected, and what you can see safely from the ground.