⛈️ Storm Damage Inspections
✓ Photo-Documented Report
✓ Free, No-Obligation Inspection

Storm Damage to Your Roof? We're Here for You.

Tell us about the damage and a local roofing contractor who uses RafterCore can inspect it, photograph what they find, and give you a written estimate. Free, with no obligation, and decisions about any insurance claim stay with you.

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Cost For Inspection
24hr
Response Time
100%
Cleanup Included
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Know What to Look For
5 Signs Your Roof May Have Storm Damage
Storm damage isn't always obvious from the ground. Here's what our inspectors look for on every visit — and what you can check yourself in the meantime.
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Missing or Curled Shingles
High winds can lift, crack, or completely remove shingles. Even a few missing shingles expose the underlayment to water damage.
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Hail Bruising & Granule Loss
Hail impacts leave dark, soft "bruises" and knock protective granules loose — often invisible from the street but critical to document for a claim.
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Ceiling Stains or Leaks
A water stain, no matter how small, usually means the roof has already been compromised. Don't wait for it to spread.
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Debris in Gutters
Excessive granules, shingle fragments, or branches in your gutters after a storm are a strong sign your roof took a hit.
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Daylight in the Attic
If you can see light coming through the roof deck from inside your attic, that's an active entry point for water.
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Sagging Roof Deck
Any dip or soft spot when walked on can mean trapped moisture has been weakening the structure for a while.
The Process, Simplified
How It Works
Most homeowners have never been through a storm repair before. Here is what happens after you reach out.
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Free, No-Obligation Inspection

A trained inspector documents every sign of damage — roof, gutters, siding, and more — with detailed photos. There's no cost and no pressure, whether or not you decide to move forward.

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You Decide About a Claim

If damage is found, you get the photographed report to keep. Whether to file a claim is your decision; your agent or a licensed public adjuster can advise on it. You can share the report with your insurer.

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The Adjuster Visit

With your permission, the contractor can be on-site when the insurance adjuster inspects your property to show the damage they documented. They do not negotiate your claim; that stays between you and your insurer.

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A Clear Written Estimate

Before any work starts, the contractor gives you a written estimate in plain English showing exactly what will be repaired or replaced and the full price. What your insurer pays is between you and your insurer.

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Repair or Replacement

If you hire the contractor, the work should be done to manufacturer and code specifications. Ask to see their license, insurance and written warranty before you sign.

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Full Property Cleanup

Every nail, every scrap of old shingle, every bit of debris — cleared with a magnetic sweep of the yard before we consider the job done.

Why Homeowners Trust Us
What to Expect From a Good Contractor
Storm season brings a wave of unfamiliar contractors going door to door. Here's what actually sets us apart.
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No Door-to-Door Pressure
You asked for the inspection. You set the pace, and you can get other quotes before deciding.
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Clear Documentation
Photos and measurements of the damage, in a report you keep. A contractor documents the roof; only you, your insurer, or a licensed public adjuster you hire handle the claim itself.
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Free Estimates, Always
No cost to find out if you have damage. No pressure to sign anything on the spot. Ever.
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Complete Cleanup Included
Cleanup isn't an upsell — it's part of every job, every time, with a magnetic nail sweep before we leave.
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Check the License
Ask for the contractor’s license number and certificate of insurance, and look them up with your state’s licensing agency before you sign.
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Workmanship Warranty
Ask for the workmanship warranty in writing, separate from the manufacturer's material warranty, before work starts.
What's Included
Everything You Need, Under One Roof
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Free Storm Damage Inspection
A full, documented assessment of your roof and property — no cost, no obligation, no pressure.
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Damage Documentation
A photographed damage report and repair estimate you can share with your insurer. Decisions about your claim and your policy stay with you, your agent and your insurer.
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Roof Repair & Replacement
Full re-roofs and targeted repairs, done to code and manufacturer specification by trained crews.
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Emergency Tarping
If there's an active leak, a contractor can put up a protective tarp to prevent further damage.
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Full Property Cleanup
Old materials, debris, and stray nails — cleared from your yard and driveway before we call the job complete.
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Warranty & Follow-Up
Ask the contractor for their written workmanship warranty and follow-up policy before you sign.
Common Questions
What Homeowners Ask Us Most
That depends on your policy, your insurer and your state, and a roofing contractor cannot advise you on it. Ask your insurance agent before you file.
The inspection is always free. What your policy pays, and what you owe, depends on your policy and your insurer's decision, so ask your agent or insurer. Before any work begins you get a written estimate showing the full price.
This happens more than people expect, and it's exactly why documentation matters. If the inspection found damage that isn't reflected in the adjuster's report, you can ask your insurer for a re-inspection, and with your permission the contractor can provide their photos and findings.
The inspection itself takes about 30–45 minutes. After that, timing depends on the scope of work, material availability and, if you file a claim, your insurer's process. Ask the contractor for a written schedule.
That's exactly what the free inspection is for. A lot of storm damage isn't visible from the ground, and it's always worth having a professional take a look — especially after a hail event or high winds in your area. There's no cost or obligation either way.
It depends on the contractor. Many handle roofing, gutters, siding and cleanup together; ask what their license and estimate cover.
None. The inspection is genuinely free and obligation-free. You'll get a clear report of what was found, and the decision on how to proceed is entirely yours, on your timeline.

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Tell us a bit about your property and what you're seeing. We typically respond within one business day — sooner if there's an active leak.

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Don't Wait on Storm Damage

Small issues become big, expensive ones fast. A free inspection today could be the difference between a simple repair and a full replacement down the road.

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