Keep people safe
Stay out of rooms under the damage or a sagging ceiling. Keep at least 35 feet from any downed power line and call the utility.
Roof opened by a storm or leaking right now?
Emergency roof repair is for a roof that a storm, wind, hail or a fallen tree has opened, punctured or stripped, letting water in now. Get people clear of damaged areas, stay off the roof, then call 833-877-1717. RepairNowUSA connects the request. An independent roofer does the work.
Am I in the right place?Yes for missing sections of roofing, a puncture or hole, a tree or limb on the roof, or a sagging roof deck after a storm.
Is this urgent?Yes, especially before more rain. A tree on the structure, sagging ceilings or downed power lines are safety issues first.
What do I do next?Stay off the roof. Call 833-877-1717 with the ZIP code, what hit the roof and whether water is coming in.
Need temporary cover first? See emergency roof tarping. A drip with the roof intact is a roof leak. Business or flat roof: commercial roof leak repair.
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Right now, from the ground
Protect the inside
Move belongings, catch water, cover furniture with plastic, and switch off power to wet areas if the panel is safe to reach.
Document it
Photograph and video the roof from the ground and every wet area inside, with the date, before cleanup.
A damaged roof is not a place to climb
Storm-damaged decking can give way, and wet roofs cause serious falls. Do not climb up to inspect or tarp it yourself. If a tree is on the house, leave rooms beneath it and keep away from tangled power lines.
Emergency roof situations
Tree or limb on the roof
Usually needs tree removal before the opening can be covered and repaired.
Wind stripped shingles
Exposed underlayment or bare decking. See wind damage roof repair.
Hail punctures
Broken shingles, cracked tiles or dented metal with new leaks. See hail damage roof repair.
Sagging roof deck
Water-soaked or broken framing. Keep people out from underneath and say so on the call.
Temporary protection, then permanent repair
Emergency step
Tarping or temporary sealing to stop more water from entering until permanent work is possible.
Permanent repair
Replacing damaged decking, underlayment, flashing and roofing. Interior water damage is a separate job: water damage restoration.
What to have ready when you call
- Property ZIP code, home or business
- What happened: wind, hail, a tree or unknown
- Whether water is coming in now and where
- Whether a tree or power line is on or near the roof
- Roof type and number of stories
- Photos you can send if asked
What happens when you call RepairNowUSA
- Describe what is happening in plain words and give the property ZIP code. You do not need to know which trade to ask for.
- RepairNowUSA checks for a participating independent provider who handles emergency roof repair in that area.
- If one is available, you are connected. The provider confirms timing, access, scope and price with you before any work.
- The provider, not RepairNowUSA, diagnoses and performs the repair.
RepairNowUSA is a referral and connection service. Provider availability and response times vary by location, time and demand, and are not guaranteed. Before you approve work, ask what was found, the price, the timing and what is not included.
Call 833-877-1717Emergency roof repair questions
Do I need a roof tarp?
If wind, hail or a tree has opened the roof or removed shingles, a tarp can limit water entry until permanent repair. See emergency roof tarping, and do not climb the roof yourself.
Can I call for emergency roof repair at night or on a weekend?
Yes. You can call 833-877-1717 at any time, including nights, weekends and holidays. Whether an independent provider can come out right away depends on your ZIP code, the time and provider capacity, so availability is not guaranteed.
How quickly can a roofer come after a storm?
After widespread storms, demand is high and timing varies by ZIP code and provider capacity. RepairNowUSA checks for a participating provider; arrival time is not guaranteed.
How do I avoid storm-chasing contractors?
Be cautious with door-to-door offers after a storm. Get a written estimate, check licensing where your state requires it, and do not sign anything under pressure.
Does insurance pay for emergency roof repair?
RepairNowUSA cannot answer for your policy. Many policies expect owners to take reasonable steps to prevent more damage. Keep photos, invoices and dates, and contact your insurer.
Authoritative references
These public sources give general safety context. They do not replace an on-site evaluation, and RepairNowUSA does not perform the work.