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When storm damage or falling branches puncture your roof, water can quickly ruin ceilings, drywall, and electrical wiring. Our emergency tarping service provides immediate dry-in stabilization.
We deploy crews with heavy-duty woven tarps, securing them using wood furring strips screwed down to the roof. This method keeps the tarp tight, preventing wind from lifting the margins and letting rain blow underneath.
Tarping is a critical first step required by insurance providers to show that you took action to mitigate further water damage after a storm event.
Emergency roof tarping is the installation of heavy-duty, waterproof tarps over damaged sections of a roof. It is needed immediately after a storm blows off shingles, high winds damage structural framing, or a fallen tree branch punctures the roof, causing active leaks.
We provide 24/7 emergency dispatch. If you experience a severe leak or storm damage, call Brandon at (479) 652-1424. We can typically have a crew at your property within 1 to 2 hours in Fort Smith, NWA, and surrounding border areas to secure your roof.
Yes, the primary purpose of emergency tarping is to seal the roof deck and stop active leaks. This protects your attic insulation, ceiling drywall, electrical systems, furniture, and flooring from secondary water damage while permanent repairs are scheduled.
Our high-grade tarps and fastening strips are designed to withstand weather elements for several weeks. However, tarping is a temporary solution. Permanent repairs or replacement should be scheduled as soon as possible to prevent long-term moisture buildup.
Yes, standard homeowner's policies cover emergency tarping under the 'mitigation of loss' clause. Homeowners are required to take immediate steps to prevent further damage after a storm. We provide the documentation and receipts needed for your claim.
We secure the tarp using wooden anchoring furring strips nailed along the edges of the tarp. This holds the tarp tight against high winds. We nail into the roof structure carefully, avoiding structural damage and ensuring the tarp can be removed cleanly during repairs.
Our crews can install tarps in light rain. However, during active thunderstorms, high winds, or lightning, climbing onto a wet roof is extremely dangerous. We monitor local weather and deploy our crews as soon as conditions are safe to perform the work.
Yes, if a fallen tree has punctured your roof deck and compromised rafters, we can install temporary bracing walls and structural supports from inside your attic, in addition to securing a tarp over the exterior hole to prevent collapse.
The cost depends on the size of the tarp required, the pitch and height of the roof, and the complexity of the damage. If you file an insurance claim, this cost is typically fully covered as a mitigation expense. We provide clear estimates before beginning work.
Call our 24/7 emergency dispatch line at (479) 652-1424. Provide your location and a brief description of the damage. We will dispatch the nearest mobile crew to secure your property and prevent further water damage.
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