Emergency roof repair is about containment first, permanent fix second. We secure the exposed area with a tarp or emergency sealant to stop active water intrusion. Then we assess the full extent of damage and schedule the permanent repair. Horseheads Roofing & Maintenance has been responding to roof emergencies across Horseheads for 21 years.
Wind damage and hail damage look different. Wind lifts and tears shingles, exposing underlayment and sometimes bare roof deck. Hail cracks the granule coating and bruises the asphalt layer, weakening the shingle without removing it. Both need prompt attention — wind damage exposes you immediately, hail damage causes slow deterioration that leads to leaks within months.
Our Emergency Roof Repair Process
Emergency Call
You call, we respond. Tell us what happened and we'll have a crew headed your way. Active leaks and exposed deck get priority dispatch. We carry tarps, sealant, and repair materials on every truck.
Stop the Water
First priority: stop water from entering your home. We deploy tarps over exposed roof deck, seal active leak points with waterproof sealant, and secure loose shingles and flashing. Debris removed from the roof surface.
Scope of Damage
Full inspection of the damage zone and surrounding area. Storm damage often extends beyond the obvious — we check for loosened flashing, cracked shingles, and compromised sealant that may not be visible but will fail in the next storm.
Fix It Right
Permanent repair plan delivered with your insurance documentation. We replace every damaged component — shingles, underlayment, flashing, sheathing — to restore your roof to pre-damage condition. No patches, no shortcuts.
What Horseheads Customers Say
"After getting several quotes, these guys stood out with their honesty and knowledge. No pressure, just straightforward advice and excellent workmanship."
"Responded fast and got the job done right the first time. Crew was polite, professional, and cleaned up everything. Would absolutely hire again."
"Best experience we've ever had with a home service company. On time, on budget, and the results exceeded what we expected. Truly top-notch."
Why Choose Horseheads Roofing & Maintenance for Emergency Roof Repair?
Licensed Roofing Contractor
Horseheads Roofing & Maintenance is a licensed, insured roofing contractor. Emergency roof repair requires waterproofing expertise — not a handyman with a tarp. We fix roofs properly because that's all we do.
Storm Season Ready
Our Horseheads crews are on standby during storm season with stocked trucks. Tarps, sealant, shingles, flashing, pipe boots — we carry what's needed to contain any emergency on the first visit.
21+ Years in Horseheads
We know Horseheads weather. We know which roofs in which neighborhoods take the most storm damage. That local experience means faster response and more accurate damage assessment.
Same-Day Emergency Response
Active leaks and exposed roof deck get same-day response in Horseheads. We don't schedule emergencies for next week. Our crews carry tarps and repair materials on every truck.