Quick answer: Florida's Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. Before it: get a roof check, fix loose shingles or tiles and flashing, clear gutters, trim branches and take before photos. After a storm: stay off the roof, document damage, tarp active leaks and call a licensed local roofer.
Before the season
Book a roof check in spring, when roofers aren't slammed. Small fixes now are cheaper than storm repairs later.
- Roof and attic check
- Reseal flashing and pipe boots
- Clean gutters and downspouts
- Trim limbs over the roof
- Photograph the roof for your records
When a storm is coming
Tie down or bring in anything that can fly, and keep your roofer's number handy. Our site switches to Storm Watch mode when the National Weather Service issues wind or tropical alerts for our service area.
After it passes
Safety first: stay off wet roofs and away from downed lines. Then document, stop the water and call.
- Photos and video from the ground
- Tarp active leaks
- Call your insurance company
- Get a written damage report