Look from the ground
Check for missing or lifted shingles, exposed underlayment, debris on the roof and shingles in the yard.
Wind damage or missing shingles on the roof?
High wind lifts, creases and tears off shingles, exposing the underlayment and deck to rain. Document what you can see from the ground, stay off the roof, then call 833-877-1717. RepairNowUSA connects the request. An independent roofer does the repair.
Am I in the right place?Yes for missing, flipped or creased shingles, peeled ridge caps, or roofing debris in the yard after wind.
Is this urgent?Urgent if decking is exposed, rain is coming, or water is entering.
What do I do next?Photograph from the ground and call 833-877-1717 with the ZIP code and the storm date.
Open roof needs cover now: emergency roof tarping. Leaking: roof leak repair.
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After the wind
Cover openings
If the roof deck is exposed or water is coming in, ask for emergency roof tarping. Stay off the roof.
Document everything
Take dated photos of the roof, the yard and any interior stains. Keep receipts for anything you buy to limit damage.
Stay off the roof
Do not climb onto a wet, steep or storm-damaged roof. Falls from roofs cause serious injuries. Stay clear of downed power lines and keep people out of rooms below sagging ceilings. Report downed power lines to your electric utility or 911, and stay well away from them.
Types of wind damage
Missing shingles
Wind tears shingles off, exposing underlayment or bare decking to rain. Even a few missing shingles can leak in the next storm.
Lifted or creased shingles
Shingles that flapped in the wind may be creased or have broken seals. They can blow off in the next storm.
Damaged ridge and edges
Ridge caps, rakes and eaves catch the most wind. Lost edge metal or ridge caps let water in at the most exposed spots.
Debris and fallen limbs
Branches can puncture the roof. If a tree is on the house, see storm damage repair.
What to have ready when you call
- Property ZIP code and whether it is a home, rental or business
- Date of the windstorm
- What you can see from the ground
- Whether water is coming in now
- Roof type and rough age
- Your insurance claim number, if you have one
How wind damage roof repair usually works
- Inspection. The roofer checks for missing, lifted and creased shingles, damaged edges and ridge caps.
- Temporary protection. Exposed areas are covered right away if more weather is coming.
- Repair. Damaged shingles are replaced and sealed down, and lost edge metal or ridge caps are reinstalled.
- Matching. The roofer looks for matching shingles. Older roofs can be hard to match, which may affect how the repair looks.
If many shingles on several slopes are damaged, replacement may make more sense than repair. Ask the roofer for photos of what they found.
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 wind damage 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 833-877-1717Wind damage questions
Can a few missing shingles wait?
Not for long. Exposed underlayment and decking can leak in the next rain, and nearby shingles may be loose too.
How do I avoid storm-chasing contractors?
Get written estimates, check licensing and insurance where your state requires it, and do not sign under pressure or pay large amounts upfront.
Does insurance cover wind damage?
RepairNowUSA cannot answer for your policy. Wind damage is commonly covered, but deductibles, including special wind or hurricane deductibles in some areas, vary.
Why do new shingles look different from the old ones?
Shingle colors fade and product lines change. A roofer may not find an exact match on an older roof.
Can I call after a storm at night?
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.
Authoritative references
These public sources give general safety context. They do not replace an on-site evaluation, and RepairNowUSA does not perform the work.