Expert Storm Damage Repairs Services

Assessment and repair for roofs affected by severe wind, fallen branches or adverse weather, with work based on the damage found. We bring our roofing services to properties across Dublin, Kildare, Meath, and Wicklow.

Detailed Service Guide

The Irish climate is notoriously volatile, and severe winter storms pose the greatest sudden threat to the integrity of any property. High-velocity winds and torrential rain can inflict devastating damage in a matter of minutes, tearing slates from battens, lifting heavy ridge tiles, and ripping fascias from the roofline. When a storm strikes, the resulting breaches in the roof envelope must be addressed with absolute urgency to prevent catastrophic secondary water damage to the interior of the home.

Our storm damage response team prioritises rapid deployment and immediate stabilisation. Upon arrival, our first critical task is to conduct a safety assessment and secure the site. We carefully remove dangerous, hanging debris and employ heavy-duty tarpaulins to temporarily weatherproof exposed areas. We understand the intense stress these situations cause homeowners, and our focus is on swiftly returning the property to a safe, dry condition while the storm subsides.

Once the weather permits safe access, we transition to executing permanent, highly robust repairs. We don't just replace what was lost; we upgrade the fixing methods. We utilise heavy-duty mechanical fixings, advanced dry-ridge systems, and storm-grade clips to ensure the repaired sections are vastly more wind-resistant than the original installation. Furthermore, we provide detailed, itemised reports and clear photographic evidence of the damage to fully support and expedite your home insurance claims.

Warning Signs & When to Act

• Missing Slates or Tiles: Scattered roofing materials found on the driveway or lawn immediately following a period of high winds.
• Dislodged Ridge Tiles: The apex tiles along the top of the roof appear crooked, loose, or have fallen completely off the mortar bed.
• Torn or Flapping Felt: Exposed sections of the roof where the outer tiles are gone, and the underlying felt membrane is tearing in the wind.
• Detached Roofline Elements: Guttering, fascias, or soffits hanging precariously away from the main building structure.

Scope of Work

Emergency tarping, debris clearance, structural safety checks, matching and replacing lost slates/tiles, and securing loosened roofline components.

Our Process

1. Prompt attendance subject to availability to make the property safer and more weather resistant.
2. Comprehensive damage survey once the storm subsides.
3. Providing detailed photographic evidence for insurance.
4. Executing permanent, robust repairs to withstand future weather.

Inspection & Quality Checks

• Rigorous structural safety assessment before any personnel access the damaged areas of the roof.
• Implementation of upgraded, storm-resistant mechanical fixings for all replacement slates, tiles, and ridges.
• Thorough inspection of the surrounding, seemingly intact areas for hidden wind-uplift damage.
• Provision of comprehensive, timestamped photographic evidence of the damage prior to any clearance or repair.

Project Preparation

Safety is the absolute priority following a storm. Do not approach the property perimeter if debris is actively falling, and never attempt to climb ladders to inspect the damage yourself. Isolate electrical circuits if water is entering the home, and await professional assistance.

Aftercare & Maintenance

Following a permanent storm repair, monitor the interior for a few weeks to ensure the building dries out correctly. We strongly advise having the rest of the roof proactively inspected before the next winter season to secure any other potentially weakened areas that survived the initial storm.

Quotation Checklist

• Verify that the initial emergency callout and temporary weatherproofing are clearly priced.
• Ensure the quote for permanent repairs includes upgraded, storm-resistant fixing methods.
• Check that the provision of an official damage report for your insurance company is included.
• Confirm that all costs for the safe removal and disposal of hazardous storm debris are accounted for.

FAQs

Will my home insurance cover storm damage?

Most comprehensive home insurance policies cover sudden storm damage. We provide the detailed reports and quotes your insurer will need.

Can you fix the roof while the storm is still blowing?

Safety is paramount. We can often apply temporary internal fixes or secure loose items from the ground, but we cannot work on ladders in high winds.

I only lost one tile, does it matter?

Yes. A single missing tile breaks the weather seal and allows wind to get underneath the surrounding tiles, potentially lifting the whole section.

Why did my ridge tiles blow off?

Old mortar degrades and loses its grip. High winds easily lift mortar-bedded ridge tiles. We recommend replacing them using a secure dry-ridge system.

Do you repair chimney pots damaged in storms?

Yes, we can clear the debris, re-bed new chimney pots securely, and fix any damaged surrounding flashings.