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Storm Damage Roof Repair in Lawrence, MA
Wind tore up the roof, or the membrane is flapping? Call (978) 577-5300 or send the form for tarping and a free estimate on storm damage repair in Lawrence. We'll review your request and follow up with you.
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Right away
After a storm damages your Lawrence roof
- Stay safeAvoid downed wires and call the utility. Don't go onto the roof.
- Warn the other unitsOn a multi-family, check every floor for water.
- Photograph itDamage outside, debris and water inside, before anything is moved.
- Cover itA roofer can tarp an opening or secure a lifted membrane edge.
- Call your insurerReport the claim and keep receipts for emergency work.
Storm damage
How storms hit Lawrence roofs
Wind on flat roofs. Gusts get under loose membrane edges and flashing, peeling them back and letting water under the roof.
Wind on pitched roofs. Shingles lift and tear, especially on exposed high ground like Tower Hill.
Trees and debris. Branches and blown debris puncture membranes and crack shingles.
Snow and ice. Heavy snow loads stress roofs, and frozen drains can trap meltwater on flat roofs.
Insurance
Getting through the claim
Most policies cover sudden storm damage and exclude wear and tear. Read your policy and ask your agent what applies.
Have the roofer document the damage with photos and a written estimate, and ask whether they'll meet the adjuster on site.
If the storm hit a roof that was already near the end, ask whether a full replacement makes more sense.
Hiring safely
Watch for storm chasers
After big storms, out-of-area crews go door to door. Be wary of anyone who:
- Shows up unasked right after the storm
- Has no Massachusetts HIC registration
- Wants a large payment before starting
- Wants you to sign over insurance money up front
- Pressures you to decide today
We verify a contractor's credentials before sending them any calls.
The repair
Storm repairs on Lawrence buildings
Securing lifted membrane and resealing edges and seams on flat roofs.
Tarping openings on pitched roofs until permanent repairs are done.
Replacing shingles, flashing and vents knocked loose by wind.
Deck repair where debris or a limb broke through.
Parapet caps and gutters damaged in the storm.
Water already inside? See roof repair in Lawrence. Membrane problems? See flat and rubber roofs.
FAQ
Lawrence storm damage questions
Wind lifted part of my rubber roof. Is that an emergency?
It can be. Once wind gets under a membrane edge it can peel back more of the roof in the next gust, and rain gets in underneath. Get it secured or covered quickly.
Does rebuilding after a storm need historic approval on Prospect Hill?
Lawrence's historic district ordinance exempts reconstruction after fire or storm only when the exterior will be substantially similar to the original. If the repair would change the look of the roof, check with the commission.
Should I let the insurance company pick the roofer?
You can choose your own licensed contractor. Your insurer may suggest one, but it's your house and your decision. Get a written estimate either way.
A crew knocked on my door after the storm. What should I check?
Ask for their Massachusetts HIC registration, a local address and references. Don't sign on the spot, and get a second estimate.
How big a deposit is normal?
Massachusetts law generally caps a home improvement contractor's deposit at one third of the contract price, unless special-order materials are involved.
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