Look for missing or creased shingles, shingle pieces or metal in the yard, bent flashing, and debris on the roof. Inside, check ceilings and the attic for stains, damp insulation, or daylight. Many wind problems, like broken shingle seals, can't be seen from the ground, which is why an inspection is worth scheduling after any hurricane or strong tropical storm.

Yes, especially if the storm brought sustained high winds to your area or your roof is more than a few years old. Catching lifted shingles and loose flashing early keeps a small repair from turning into deck rot and interior damage. Schedule it as soon as it's safe, ideally within the first few weeks.

Yes. Wind can break the seal on shingles without removing them, and wind-driven rain gets pushed under them. Leaks also start at flashing, vent boots, and ridge vents that were loosened or overwhelmed by sideways rain.

It depends on how much of the roof is damaged, its age, the condition of the shingles and decking, and what Florida building code requires for your roof. Localized damage on a newer roof is usually repaired. Widespread damage on an older roof often makes replacement the better value. An inspection is the only way to know for sure.

Move belongings out of the way, catch the water, and photograph the leak and any ceiling stains. Stay clear of sagging ceilings and wet electrical fixtures. Then call a licensed roofer. Our crews carry tarps and temporary sealing materials to protect the roof until permanent repairs can be made.

Wind-rated asphalt shingles, properly fastened metal roofing, and correctly installed tile can all perform well. The installation matters as much as the material: underlayment, edge metal, fastening patterns, and flashing all determine how a roof holds up in high wind.

Keep dated photos of exterior and interior damage, receipts for tarps or emergency supplies, the date of the storm, and any written inspection report. Coverage decisions are made by your insurance company under the terms of your policy, so review your policy or call your agent with any coverage questions.

Yes. From our base in Milton, we serve Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Pace, Navarre, and communities throughout Santa Rosa, Escambia, and Okaloosa counties.

Yes. Older shingles lose flexibility and their adhesive strips weaken over time, so they lift and crack more easily in high wind. The damage often shows up as broken seals and small cracks rather than missing shingles, and it may not leak until the next heavy rain.

Have the roof inspected before June 1. Replace loose or damaged shingles, reseal vent boots and flashing, secure the drip edge, and clean gutters and valleys. Trim limbs that hang over the roof. If your roof is older or due for replacement, planning it outside of storm season usually means better scheduling.