High winds and microbursts can lift shingles, tear off flashing, down trees, and drive rain into your home in minutes. Acting quickly — and in the right order — protects both your property and your claim.
First: safety and stopping the damage
- Make sure everyone is safe; watch for downed power lines and weakened trees
- If safe to do so, prevent further damage — tarp an exposed area, move belongings away from leaks
- Don't make permanent repairs yet
- Keep receipts for tarps, emergency repairs, and lodging
Then: document and file
- Photograph and video all the damage — roof, fences, patio covers, interior water
- Note the date of the storm
- Have the roof professionally inspected (wind damage is easy to miss)
- Get the full scope documented before filing your claim
Wind damage worsens with every storm that follows. Documenting it promptly — before the next monsoon cell — protects your home and your claim. A public adjuster inspects for free.