With the monsoon weather ramping up here in Arizona, there is potential for it to damage your roof. Monsoons bring excessive rains, high winds, flooding, dust storms, and more. All of which can be detrimental to your home and especially your roof.
Do you know what to do if your roof is damaged by a monsoon?
One common emergency fix homeowners follow is to tarp their damaged roof. While your roof suffering damage can be a stressful time, it is essential to know the basics of emergency tarping. We’re discussing everything you need to know about tarping so you do not need to guess while waiting for a roofing repair or replacement.
What is Emergency Tarping?
This is placing a tarp over the damaged section of your roof while you wait for professional repair or replacement. By tarping the area of concern, you are helping prevent further damage to the roof for the near future. Strategically placed, a tarp can help prevent extensive damage and lower the chance that your entire roof will need to be replaced.
The most important thing to keep in mind is that tarping is for emergencies and you will still need to have the roof repaired in a timely fashion.
Should I Hire Someone To Install An Emergency Tarp?
Yes – it is best to hire a professional roofing company to install an emergency tarp. Safety should always be a priority when it comes to your roof. Once a roof has suffered damage, it can become highly unsafe for an untrained person to stand or walk on. It may be slippery, have unseen holes, or be unstable.
Many roofers are experienced with monsoon damage and know exactly what to do when a roof is damaged and in need of emergency tarping. They will be able to safely install a tarp to help your roof not suffer any additional damage. While a tarp is great for preventing further issues, the roof still needs to be repaired.
How Long Can My Roof Be Tarped?
When a monsoon hits and damages your roof, it likely has caused damage to several other homes. A roofing company will receive hundreds of calls after a monsoon hits, which causes a backlog of jobs they might have. Additionally, a quality roofer will not perform an inspection or any sort of work, including tarp installation, while it is still raining. For these reasons, it may take some time for your roof to be repaired.
On top of the roofer’s schedule, you may also need to wait for your insurance to provide inspection or claim details. Your schedule might also get in the way or financial planning could be needed. There are several items that can delay the immediate repair or replacement of your roof.
We recommend a tarp not be on your roof for more than 90 days.
If left longer than this timeframe, the tarp materials can start to break down and cause additional issues to your roof. The Arizona sun can be detrimental to a tarped roof and the UV rays can be damaging too. You also run the risk of another monsoon coming through and tearing the tarp off of the roof. This can cause additional damage to the roofing system that could end up costing more than you care to spend. It is essential to schedule your roofing repair as quickly as you can once your roof has been tarped.
Quality East Valley Roofing Comapny
Craven Construction has been providing quality roofing services to the entire East Valley, Arizona for over two decades. If your roof has suffered damage from a recent monsoon, contact our office today! We are available to assess your damage and provide you with a FREE estimate to repair.
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About Craven Construction
Craven Construction is dedicated to providing our customers with honest and reliable roofing services. With over two decades of residential and commercial experience, we are here to serve you and all of your roofing needs.
Our team of experienced roofers is licensed and knowledgeable in working with all types of roofing. We offer high quality roofing services and are capable of getting your project completed in a timely, efficient manner.