Make-Safe First, Then a Permanent Repair
After a storm, the priority is to stop further damage to the inside of your home. Where it is safe to get onto the roof, we carry out temporary make-safe work, such as securing loose tiles and ridges, removing pieces at risk of falling, or covering exposed areas to keep the rain out.
Some work cannot be done safely while high winds or heavy rain continue. Working at height has to be planned with suitable access, and on some roofs that means waiting for conditions to ease or for scaffolding to go up. We will be clear about what can be done straight away and what has to wait.
Once the roof is safe, we inspect the damage properly and give you a written quotation for the permanent repair. If the storm has exposed wider problems, such as perished felt or weak fixings, we will tell you, as these can affect both the repair and any claim.
What to Do Straight After Storm Damage
- Stay safe – keep clear of the ground below a damaged roof or chimney, and stay off ladders in high winds.
- Limit damage indoors – move belongings, catch drips and, if water is near electrics, switch off that circuit if it is safe to do so.
- Take photographs – record the damage outside and inside.
- Contact your insurer – report the damage early and check what your policy requires.
- Arrange a make-safe – call a roofer to secure the roof.
Our article on what to do if your roof tiles are damaged by storms covers each step.
