Wind-lifted shingles
Loose, creased, displaced or missing roofing materials and exposed fasteners.
Wind and hail damage roofing
Clear answers after wind, hail or falling debris.
Storm damage can affect more than the most visible roof slope. Sawtooth Roofing & Construction evaluates the connected roofing system, documents relevant conditions and explains the construction work that may be needed to restore the property.
Storm Damage Roofing
Start with safety, documentation and a complete inspection.
After a storm, avoid climbing onto the roof yourself. Photograph visible conditions from the ground, protect interior belongings from active water and schedule a professional inspection.
Our team checks for wind displacement, creasing, impact marks, punctures, flashing damage, compromised penetrations and other storm-related conditions. If temporary protection is appropriate, we discuss it before permanent work begins.
What we evaluate
Conditions we look for after a storm
Hail effects
Impact-related conditions on roofing and compatible exterior components.
Falling debris
Punctures, fractures, displaced materials and potential substrate damage.
Active water entry
Likely entry points, vulnerable transitions and emergency protection needs.
Damaged flashing
Storm effects at walls, chimneys, valleys, edges and penetrations.
Directional damage
Patterns across roof slopes and related exterior surfaces that help explain conditions.
Our process
Our storm-response process
- 01
Inspect promptly
We evaluate the roof and document relevant conditions before they are altered by time or additional weather.
- 02
Protect when necessary
Temporary measures can help limit additional water entry while the permanent scope is determined.
- 03
Prepare the construction scope
We identify the labor, materials and system components required for the proposed restoration.
- 04
Complete authorized work
Once the scope and authorization are established, our team performs the repair or replacement.
The Sawtooth standard
Storm documentation should be factual and complete.
Our role is to document roofing conditions and explain the construction needed to repair or replace affected components. We can meet a field adjuster and answer questions about the construction scope.
Coverage is determined by the insurance carrier under the policy. Sawtooth does not promise claim approval, but we do provide organized, code-aware construction documentation.
Common questions
Helpful answers about storm damage roofing.
Have a question specific to your property? Call us and we’ll talk it through.
Call 208.996.8748 →What should I do immediately after roof storm damage?
Stay off the roof, photograph safely visible conditions, protect belongings from active water and call for an inspection. Contact your insurer when you believe a covered loss may have occurred.
Can Sawtooth provide temporary protection?
When conditions and safety allow, we can discuss appropriate temporary measures to help reduce additional water entry.
Do you inspect both hail and wind damage?
Yes. We inspect wind, hail and falling-object conditions as well as related flashing, penetration and exterior damage.
Will you meet with the insurance adjuster?
Yes. We can attend the field inspection to identify roofing components, explain observed conditions and discuss the proposed construction scope.
Start with an honest inspection
Let’s take a look at your roof.
Tell us what you’re seeing—or schedule an inspection and let our team evaluate it.