Hurricanes
High winds and debris can damage roofing systems in ways that aren’t always visible from the ground.
Storm Damage Restoration
Storm and hurricane roof damage, assessed carefully
After a hurricane or severe storm, the most important step is understanding what actually happened to your roof. Global inspects, documents and explains the damage, then helps you choose between repair and replacement.
- First step
- Free storm damage inspection
- Mitigation
- Tarping and dry-in when needed
- Adjuster meetings
- Available when needed
- Estimating
- Xactimate and EagleView
The short answer
Global Roofing & Contracting restores storm- and hurricane-damaged roofs in Collier, Lee, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The process starts with a free inspection that documents wind, debris and water damage, followed by emergency mitigation if needed, a detailed estimate, and a meeting with your insurance adjuster when needed. Coverage decisions belong to your insurer.
What hurricanes and storms do to roofs
Florida roofs face tropical storms and hurricanes from June 1 to November 30, plus strong summer thunderstorms. Wind rarely attacks a roof evenly. It pulls hardest at edges, corners, ridges and hips, and once one piece lifts, the next one is easier to catch.
Common types of storm damage on Florida roofs include:
- Missing, cracked or displaced tiles, especially at ridges, hips and eaves
- Lifted, creased or missing shingles, and shingles whose seal strips have broken
- Bent, loosened or torn flashing at walls, valleys and chimneys
- Damaged penetrations such as vents, pipe boots and skylights
- Punctures, cracks and gouges from flying debris and fallen limbs
- Water intrusion into the underlayment, deck, attic and ceilings
Inspection and documentation
Global starts with a free, no-obligation inspection of the whole roof system. The goal is an accurate record of what the storm did: which areas were damaged, how, and what that means for the roof's performance.
Conditions are documented while the evidence is fresh, and when work is needed, Global prepares a detailed estimate using EagleView aerial measurement and Xactimate estimating software. Clear documentation helps everyone involved understand the scope of the damage, including you, your insurer and, if you need one, your mortgage lender.
For your own records, photograph damage to the roof, gutters, interior ceilings and belongings from the ground or inside the home as soon as it is safe, and keep receipts for any emergency expenses.
Emergency mitigation to stop further damage
When a storm leaves the roof open to the weather, the first priority is keeping more water out. Global provides emergency services after storms, including temporary tarping and dry-in, to limit further damage while permanent repairs or replacement are planned.
Temporary protection is exactly that: temporary. It is meant to bridge the gap until a permanent repair or new roof can be installed, which is why inspection, estimating and scheduling follow closely behind.
Repair or replacement: an honest assessment
Not every storm-damaged roof needs to be replaced. A roof with a handful of broken tiles or a section of lifted shingles, on an otherwise healthy system, is often a good candidate for repair.
Replacement becomes the better choice when damage is spread across multiple roof planes, when the underlayment or deck has been compromised, or when an older roof cannot be reasonably repaired. Florida's building code rules about repairing large portions of a roof also come into play. A 2022 law change means roofs built to the 2007 Florida Building Code or later can often be repaired to code without full replacement, while older roofs may be treated differently.
Global explains which situation you are in and why, based on what the inspection shows.
Storm Damage Check
Think Your Roof Was Damaged?
Tell us what you’re seeing. We’ll show you what it can mean, what to do right now, and what a Global inspection looks at.
Missing Tiles
- What it can mean
- Wind uplift or debris has displaced tile. The underlayment beneath is now exposed to sun and water.
- What to do now
- Stay off the roof. Photograph the area from the ground and note the date of the storm.
- What we inspect
- Tile attachment, adjacent cracked or loose tile, and the condition of the exposed underlayment.
Lifted Shingles
- What it can mean
- Shingle seal strips may have released in high winds. Shingles can look flat again once the wind stops.
- What to do now
- Note any shingles on the ground or creased tabs visible from the yard.
- What we inspect
- Seal strip adhesion, creased or torn tabs, and fastener pull-through along edges and ridges.
Water Intrusion
- What it can mean
- Water is getting past the roof covering, commonly at flashing, penetrations or damaged underlayment.
- What to do now
- Protect belongings, catch active drips and document when water appears.
- What we inspect
- Flashing, roof penetrations, valleys, underlayment and decking around the entry point.
Wind Damage
- What it can mean
- Ridges, hips and edges take the highest wind loads and are usually the first to show damage.
- What to do now
- Walk the perimeter and photograph ridge lines and eaves from the ground.
- What we inspect
- Ridge and hip caps, eave and rake edges, and fastening patterns in high-load zones.
Fallen Debris
- What it can mean
- Impacts from limbs and airborne debris can crack tile or puncture the roof covering.
- What to do now
- Don’t remove heavy debris from the roof yourself. Photograph it where it landed.
- What we inspect
- Impact fractures, punctures, and damage to the underlayment and decking beneath.
Ceiling Stains
- What it can mean
- A stain is often the last sign of a leak. The entry point on the roof may be some distance away.
- What to do now
- Mark the stain’s outline and date so any growth can be tracked.
- What we inspect
- Attic-side evidence, the water path, and the roof above and upslope of the stain.
Not Sure
- What it can mean
- Plenty of storm damage isn’t visible from the ground. A professional inspection is the reliable way to know.
- What to do now
- Note the storm date and anything unusual you’ve seen, inside or out.
- What we inspect
- A complete assessment of the roof system, not just the visible surface.
Request a Roof Inspection
or call 239-653-9703 (Naples) or 954-889-2201 (Pembroke Pines)
Safety first: please don’t climb onto a damaged roof. This tool is general guidance, not a diagnosis.
Built for Florida
Florida Is Hard On Roofs.
Every roof in Florida works against four forces at once. We specify, install and inspect with all four in mind, because the damage you can’t see from the driveway is usually what matters most.
Wind-Driven Rain
Water can enter through flashing, roof penetrations and storm-damaged materials, often long before a ceiling stain appears.
Intense UV
Florida sunlight accelerates the aging of roofing materials, sealants and underlayments.
Heat + Humidity
Extreme heat and persistent moisture place additional stress on every layer of a roofing assembly.
Our Process
A Better Roofing Process.
Four clear steps from first call to final walkthrough, built around documentation, communication and a jobsite you’d be comfortable walking through.
- 01
Inspect
Request your free, no-obligation roof inspection by phone or online. We assess the whole roof system, not just what’s visible from the ground.
- 02
Document & Estimate
Emergency services when they’re needed, then a detailed estimate built on aerial measurement (EagleView) and industry-standard estimating (Xactimate).
- 03
Plan
Where a storm loss is involved, we can meet with your insurance adjuster when needed. Then we set scope, materials and schedule with you.
- 04
Install & Complete
Experienced crews replace your roof on the timeline we set together, with a clean, organized jobsite from tear-off to final walkthrough.
Storm restoration
Experienced With the Restoration Process.
Global’s core expertise is restoring and replacing roofs after hurricanes, wind damage and other covered perils. When a storm loss is involved, we document the roof’s condition, prepare a detailed estimate and can meet with your insurance adjuster when needed.
- 01Inspect
- 02Document
- 03Estimate
- 04Plan
- 05Restore
Global is a licensed roofing contractor, not a public adjuster. Coverage decisions are made by your insurance company; we don’t interpret policies or guarantee claim outcomes.
Storm damage restorationFAQ
Storm Damage: Your Questions, Answered.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Call 239-653-9703 (Naples) or 954-889-2201 (Pembroke Pines), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
How can I tell if my roof has storm damage?
The surest way is a professional inspection, because much storm damage is not visible from the ground. Warning signs include missing or broken tiles, lifted or missing shingles, debris on the roof, bent flashing, granules in gutters and new ceiling stains.
Does every storm-damaged roof need to be replaced?
No. Many storm-damaged roofs can be repaired, especially when damage is limited and the rest of the system is sound. Replacement makes sense when damage is widespread or the underlayment or deck is compromised. Global explains which applies after inspecting the roof.
What should I do right after a hurricane damages my roof?
Stay safe first: avoid the roof, downed power lines and wet electrical areas. Then photograph damage from the ground and inside the home, move belongings away from leaks, and arrange temporary protection such as tarping if the roof is open. An inspection should follow.
Will Global meet with my insurance adjuster?
Yes, Global can meet with your insurance adjuster when needed to review the roof's documented condition and the detailed estimate. Global does not interpret policies or advise on coverage; those decisions belong to your insurer.
What is hidden roof damage?
Hidden roof damage is storm damage that is not visible from the ground, such as broken shingle seals, cracked tiles that stay in place, loosened flashing or wet underlayment. It can lead to leaks and deck rot weeks or months after a storm.
Does Global restore storm-damaged commercial roofs?
Yes. Storm damage restoration is available for commercial properties as well as homes. Global's commercial roofing covers TPO, flat and low-slope systems, corrugated metal, tile, asphalt shingle and cedar roofs, starting with an inspection and a detailed estimate.
Experience the Global Difference
Your Roof Protects Everything Beneath It.
Whether your roof has been damaged by a storm or has simply reached the end of its lifespan, start with a professional inspection from Global Roofing & Contracting.
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