Roof Storm Damage

We can assist you in filing a claim with your insurance company!

Blue Square Builders will help our homeowners through the process of inspecting the roof, filing a claim, and re-roofing their homes.

If you were in the path of recent storms, here's what you can expect to happen if you call Blue Square Builders for help with any roof damage:

1. Your Blue Square Builders representative will perform a 10-point inspection and documentation on your roof and surrounding areas of your home.
2. If damage is found, it will be suggested that you file a claim with your homeowner's insurance company for damage.
3. Once a claim is filed, you will set an appointment for an insurance adjuster to come inspect your roof for the damage.
4. Your Blue Square Builders representative will be at the adjuster's meeting to make sure all damage found at the previous inspection is pointed out.
5. If the adjuster approves the claim and pays for roof replacement, your adjuster will give you their estimate and first check for your new roof replacement.
6. Your Blue Square Builders representative will go over the estimate with you, discussing your options for replacement products and sign a contract with you.
7. Once the contract is signed with product and color choices and the first check has arrived, we will order product materials. Blue Square Builders will schedule and install your new roof before the 2nd check (the remainder of the claim amount) arrives. You will owe us the remainder of the balance once your new roof is completed. We will submit to you a "Paid In Full Receipt" that you will send to your insurance company and they will release the remainder of the funds to you.
8. When the materials are delivered, one of our professional roofing crews will install your new roof system. This can take 1 day or 4 days, depending on the size of the roof. Your Blue Square Builders representative will be there to answer any questions or concerns.
9. Once the job is done, we will send you and your insurance company a final invoice stating that all work per the insurance estimate was completed.
10. Your insurance company will send you the 2nd check (usually the remainder of the claim amount) within a week or so.

Stay prepared for sudden changes in the forecast with your local experts. We have 25 years of hands-on experience fixing shingles, flashing, caulking, and more.

The Need for Storm Damage Roof Repairs

Storms throughout spring and summer take us by surprise, bringing fast-moving clouds, thunder, and heavy rainfall. Quite often, the aftermath of an intense storm is enough to cause devastation to the exterior of your residential or commercial roof.

A storm roofing company is necessary to minimize further damage. Blue Square Builders separates ourselves from the competition with 24/7/365 emergency storm damage services that save you the stress of handling the situation yourself.

Severe storms can weaken your roofing system, blow materials away, and create gaps for water to seep in. Fortunately, our storm roofing company is just a phone call away for immediate assistance. We'll work to determine the urgency of your repair and save you money along the way.

Blue Square Builders partners with your homeowner's insurance company to determine not just the best route for repair, but also the overall budget for your project.

How Do I Know If I Have Roof Storm Damages?

Roof storm damages are difficult to spot from ground level. Use the following clues to see if a roof inspection from Blue Square Builders is in order:

• Your neighbors are getting their roofs assessed
• There are visible dents on your vehicle
• Gutters are detached from the house
• There are shingles on your lawn

Cover and Tarp Roof Storm Damage Services

Every minute is vital when handling roof storm damages. If you have water entering the home through the ceiling, we offer cover and tarp services for those near northeastern and central PA. We encourage our customers to reach out at the first sight of a roofing problem. We'll arrive onsite with waterproof materials and fasteners to shield your home or business until a complete storm damage roof inspection takes place.

Assessing roof storm damages is extremely dangerous, so do not attempt to attach coverings without the help of a professional. Instead, trust our storm roofing company to prevent leaks and punctures from getting worse. We charge a minimum of $500 for cover and tarp services, but this fee is usually covered by your insurance provider after filing an initial claim.

Storm Damage Roof Repairs We Perform

Blue Square Builders is a Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Company. We channel our years of industry experience to introduce home and business owners to cost-friendly solutions for storm damage roof repairs. Whether shingles are missing or cracked, we utilize industry-leading products manufactured by Owens Corning to ensure long-lasting results.

It's possible that only a few roof shingles were damaged as a result of a storm. We'll remove and replace individual sections, focusing on the condition of sealants and coatings to rejuvenate your roof back to its normal appearance.

Storm Damage Full Roof Replacements

If your residential or commercial roof is beyond repair, look no further than Blue Square Builders for storm damage roof replacement services. We have the expertise to work with diverse roofing materials, including asphalt, metal, slate, and tile. Create the architectural look you've always wanted with Owens Corning products available in numerous materials, colors, shapes, and textures.

Hail Damage Roof Facts

1. Hail and wind CAN damage your roof. It is not visible from the ground. We will be able to document any damage with photos and show it to you after the inspection.
2. It is important to have your roof inspected by a "LOCAL" reputable, professional roofing contractor before you contact your insurance company.
3. Make sure to choose your roofing contractor very carefully! (There are many out of State "Roofing Storm Chasers" that cause issues in situations like this.
4. The roofing contractor should have knowledge in dealing with insurance claim work.
5. Your roofing contractor will give you a professional opinion on whether to file a claim or not.
6. If you file a claim, your insurance claim adjuster will call you to set up an appointment for a roof inspection.
7. Let your roofing contractor know when the meeting is so that the contractor can meet with the adjuster to explain the damage found.

Your adjuster will either approve or deny your claim. Filing a claim comes at NO COST to you. Your insurance premium will not be raised, even if damage is found. This is because hail and wind damage are considered Acts of God/Nature, and therefore come from no fault of your own.

If you are looking for a personal roofing professional that wants to be your contractor for life, not just one meeting, please call Blue Square Builders today.

Frequently Asked Questions Below

What does hail do to a roof?

Shingles are designed so that the granules block the UV of the sun and protect the asphalt underlayment. As the shingles age the granules fall off over time. As the asphalt is exposed to UV, it dries out and the shingle gets a "potato chip" appearance as the corners start to curl up. A shingle at the extreme end of its life is bubbled in appearance and is brittle to the touch. A 20-year shingle is warranted by the manufacturer to have a useful life, under optimal ventilation conditions, of 20 years. Hail does several things.

• Accelerates granule loss
• Accelerates shingle aging
• Voids manufacturer's warranties
• Leads to other associated problems.

Do I need to get my roof replaced right away?

The insidious nature of hail damage is that it may pose no immediate threat to the structural integrity of the roof. However, many insurance companies have a "statute of limitations" of how long a hail claim is viable. If you have experienced a loss such as hail damage it is prudent to take care of the problem in a timely manner before it leads to other associated problems.

What does a hail hit look like?

A hail hit on a shingle looks like a “bruise” or a dark spot where the granules on the shingle have been knocked off and the asphalt underlayment and sometimes the fiberglass mat is exposed. New hail hits will have a shiny appearance because the asphalt has been freshly exposed and has not had time to weather to a dull color.

Why would my insurance company replace my roof?

The purpose of homeowner's insurance is to protect homeowners against losses in their property's value due to damage that is beyond their control. If you have hail damage, you have experienced a financial loss in that your original investment of a 20-year roof (for example) has now been reduced to a 5-10 year useful life span. Your insurance company will compensate you for your loss and replace your roof.

Why does the estimate read that there are more shingles to replace then there are to remove?

The amount of shingles to remove from your roof is the actual amount of square feet that it takes to shingle your roof. However, when putting on shingles, some shingles have to be cut to fit dimensions, ridges, hips and valleys. The insurance company adds 10% to regular ridge roofs and 15% to hip and ridge roofs to account for the loss of shingles.

In my adjustment, my insurance company deducted some money for depreciation, what is that all about?

Different insurance companies call the amount that they hold back different things. Some call it depreciation; other companies figure it in as a dump and removal fee. What it represents is the amount of money the company will hold back until they receive a signed contract from you and a contractor for the work. When they receive a signed contract, you will receive another check for the amount they have held back.

Call Blue Square Builders (570) 332-2984 for any storm-damaged roof and we can assist in pointing you in the right direction with your homeowner's insurance company. We are here to answer any further questions you may have and you can rely on the Trusted Name in Roofing Since 2016, Blue Square Builders.

NOTE: The above answers to questions is simply our opinion from years of experience, therefore we cannot speak specific facts for any insurance companies about their policies and procedures. Please take the time to call your individual insurance company and seek the specific procedures on handling storm/hail damaged roofs.