Three Ways A Roofing Contractor Can Help You After A Storm
Even if you know they're coming, a storm can be a scary experience. But once the storm passes, the real horror may be walking outside to examine the damage to your home and your neighborhood, especially to your roof. A nearby tree could have blown over onto the top of your house, or you could have dozens, if not hundreds, of shingles that have been ripped off. Either way, this type of scenario can be difficult, so it's wise to contact a roofing contractor that can help you navigate this situation. Not only can they provide technical assistance, but they can also provide a bunch of other services that will help make this experience a little bit easier for you.
Recommend Repairs
On average, a new roof will set you back around $8000, representing a significant investment for just about every homeowner. Even if you're able to get away with a few repairs, you're still looking at around $900 on average, so either way you look at it, it's a steep financial climb. A good roofing contractor may cost a little bit extra, but they can help you know what type of repairs need to be performed and whether or not it's more financially advantageous to simply have the entire roof replaced instead. Their expertise can save you money immediately and in the long run as you consider the energy savings and other bills that can accumulate over time.
Supervise Insurance Claims
In almost every case, a storm that has caused significant damage to a home's roof will also necessitate a call to the homeowner's insurance company, who will then send out an adjuster to investigate the situation and create an estimate for repairs. Having a roofing contractor on hand to navigate the situation ensures that the claim is fair for both parties, as well as making sure that no damage is missed in the process. There are several things that a homeowner may miss that a roofing contractor won't, such as support beams underneath the roof as well as damage to chimneys and gutters that will need to be included in the claim.
Navigate Rebuilding
A storm is a wide-reaching event that almost always affects more than one home at a time. For that reason, most local roofing companies will be inundated with repairs and installations, which can cause headaches for you and cause the wait time for service to stretch substantially. A good roofing contractor will ensure that you have a company lined up to handle repairs in a timely fashion and at a fair price, which can have you returning to your normal life sooner rather than later.
