Roof Damage Services in Southeast Louisiana & Baton Rouge
Storm or hail just hit your neighborhood? Southern Home Improvement Center (SHIC) mobilizes quickly across Southeast Louisiana and Baton Rouge with 24/7 emergency roof tarping, free post-storm roof inspections, adjuster-ready documentation, and full storm damage restoration. If water is entering the home, call (985) 643-6611 now—then use this page to learn exactly how we help from day one.
- Emergency Roof Damage Response: First 24 Hours
- Free Storm Roof Inspection & Photo Report
- Insurance Claims Help: Step-by-Step
- Hail & Wind Roof Repairs We Perform
- Service Areas & Typical Response
- Why Homeowners Choose SHIC
- Recent Local Projects
- FAQ
- Get Help Now
Use the quick menu above to jump to the section you need. Each section includes plain-English next steps and helpful links to detailed resources on our site so you can move fast and avoid common pitfalls after a storm.
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Emergency Roof Damage Response: First 24 Hours
When wind or hail compromises your roof, the first day is about two things: stopping water and documenting damage. Our dispatcher will triage your situation on the call, then we deploy an emergency team to stabilize leak points and protect the interior.
Here’s the sequence we follow in most emergencies.
- Rapid triage call. We confirm address, safe access, and immediate hazards; you can text photos to speed the plan.
- Tarping & temporary dry-in. We secure the roof, cover suspect slopes, and isolate penetrations to stop active leaks. Details here: 24/7 Emergency Tarping.
- Moisture check. We look at ceilings, attic, and wall lines to identify hidden water movement and advise on next steps.
- Initial photo set. We take clear before/after photos of the temporary work and visible damage for your records.
Once the home is protected, we schedule a full inspection to outline repair vs. replacement options with transparent line items.
Free Storm Roof Inspection & Photo Report
After the emergency visit, our inspector performs a no-cost assessment to evaluate shingles, ridges, valleys, flashings, vents, and attic cues. You’ll receive a photo report written in plain English plus a practical path forward.
Our free inspection includes the following deliverables:
- Exterior & attic checks with moisture readings where safe and accessible.
- Annotated photos/video highlighting hail impacts, wind lift, torn seal lines, and failed flashings.
- Line-item scope—materials, underlayments, flashings, vents, and any decking repairs.
- Optional FORTIFIED™-ready details that improve resilience and may support insurance credits later. Learn more: FORTIFIED™ Without the Noise.
If you need to share information with relatives or an adjuster, this report makes it simple—everything is labeled and time-stamped.
Book your assessment here: Free Storm Roof Inspection.
Insurance Claims Help: Step-by-Step
When a claim is appropriate, we help you build a clean, well-organized file and align scope with the carrier. We can also meet your adjuster on site to explain roof conditions and code requirements.
Here’s how we support your claim without slowing you down:
- Documentation kit. Photos, measurements, and any temporary mitigation invoices—organized for easy upload.
- Adjuster meeting. We review scope on site, discuss ventilation and code-compliant assemblies, and answer technical questions.
- Build & close-out. Once approved, we schedule the restoration, manage permits, and provide final photos and warranty info.
Start with our homeowner guide for a clear overview: Insurance Claims Guide (LA & MS). When repairs are extensive, see our Storm Damage Restoration process.
Hail & Wind Roof Repairs We Perform
Not every storm requires a full roof replacement. When a targeted repair will solve the problem, we fix the cause—not just the symptom—so the same leak doesn’t return with the next rain.
Typical storm-related repairs include:
- Leak tracing & dry-in for valleys, pipe boots, chimneys, skylights, and wall transitions.
- Shingle replacement with careful color/series matching; new ridge/hip caps as needed.
- Flashing rebuilds—step, counter, apron, kick-out—designed to manage heavy Gulf Coast rain.
- Ventilation fixes including ridge/box vents and balanced intake/exhaust to reduce moisture load.
- Decking spot repairs & re-nailing where impacts or long-term leaks compromised the substrate.
If the roof is near end-of-life or damage is widespread, we’ll present a side-by-side replacement option with Good/Better/Best packages so you can choose confidently.
Service Areas & Typical Response
We dispatch from Slidell and Baton Rouge and cover most of Southeast Louisiana as well as portions of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Response time depends on weather and road conditions; call for current ETAs.
Common service zones:
- Baton Rouge—emergency tarping, leak repair, full storm restoration.
- New Orleans / Jefferson—emergency repair, restoration, and FORTIFIED™-ready reroofs.
- Slidell / Northshore—24/7 tarping and fast inspections after major cells.
- MS Gulf Coast—inspection and restoration windows during event responses.
Not sure if we cover your street? Call (985) 643-6611 and we’ll confirm availability on the spot.
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Certified FORTIFIED™ installations, hurricane-rated materials,
backed by lifetime workmanship warranty.
Only 3 appointment slots left this week • BBB A+ Rated • 120+ 5-Star Reviews
Why Homeowners Choose SHIC
We’re a Louisiana-licensed roofing contractor with decades on the Gulf Coast. Our crews follow a disciplined process—clean job sites, clear communication, and fully documented installs—because storms test roofs at their weakest points.
What sets our work apart:
- Emergency first, paperwork fast. We stabilize the home, then package your photos and notes for the claim.
- Line-item scopes. You’ll see materials, underlayments, flashings, vents, and any decking repairs—no guesswork.
- FORTIFIED™-ready options. When you decide to upgrade, we can build to those details on day one. Learn more: FORTIFIED™ Without the Noise.
- Clean close-out. Magnetic sweep, debris haul-off, final photos, and warranty hand-off—every job, every time.
If you’re comparing contractors, our Roof Replacement & Installation hub shows exactly how we stage, build, and finish.
Recent Local Projects
Curious how a damaged roof looks after a proper restoration? Review our before/after galleries and recent write-ups from nearby neighborhoods.
Start with these pages:
- Traditional Roof Replacement — Pearl River, LA
- FORTIFIED™ Roof Replacement — Harvey, LA
- Project Gallery (Before/After)
Each project page includes materials, key details, and plenty of photos so you can picture outcomes on a home like yours.
FAQ
Do you offer 24/7 emergency tarping?
Yes. We provide 24/7 emergency tarping & temporary dry-in to stop active leaks and prevent further interior damage.
Is the storm roof inspection really free?
Yes. Our post-storm roof inspection with photos is complimentary for homeowners in our service area.
Can you help with my insurance claim?
We assemble documentation, meet your adjuster, and align scope with real-world assemblies. Begin with the Insurance Claims Guide.
How do I know if I need repair or full replacement?
We’ll assess age, shingle condition, leak pattern, and decking health. If damage is localized, a targeted repair often makes sense; if impacts are widespread, we’ll quote replacement side-by-side so you can decide.
Get Help Now
Call (985) 643-6611 or use the form below. Upload a few photos (front/back, worst area, ceiling) and we’ll prioritize your home for triage.
Written by Southern Home Improvement Center — Louisiana-licensed roofing contractor. Last updated: October 2, 2025.