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4 Steps to Do When a Tree Falls on Your Roof

September 27, 2023 by TGAR Admin

A fallen tree on your roof can be a terrifying and potentially dangerous situation. It’s crucial to take immediate action to prevent further damage, minimize the overall roof repair cost, and ensure the safety of everyone in your household. The Great American Roofing Company lists four essential steps to follow when a tree falls on your roof:

1. Ensure Safety First

Safety should be your top priority. Evacuate your home and ensure everyone, including pets, is safe and accounted for. Be cautious of any downed power lines and stay away from them. If there’s a risk of structural damage or the tree is unstable, avoid entering your home until it’s deemed safe by a professional.

2. Call the Professionals

After ensuring safety, contact a professional tree removal service and a licensed roofing contractor. A tree removal service will safely remove the tree from your roof, while a roofing contractor can assess the extent of the damage. Do not attempt to remove the tree or assess the damage yourself, as it can be dangerous and may cause further harm.

3. Document the Damage

Once it’s safe to do so, document the damage by taking photographs and making notes. They will be used for insurance claims and working with your roofer. Make a list of any personal property inside your home that may have been damaged as well.

4. Contact Your Insurance Company

Reach out to your homeowner’s insurance company to report the incident and initiate the claims process. Provide them with the documentation you’ve collected, including photos and notes. Your insurance adjuster will assess the damage and guide you through the claims process.

It’s essential to act swiftly and efficiently when a tree falls on your roof to prevent further damage, ensure safety, and expedite repairs. Remember that the cleanup and repair process may take time, so be patient and work closely with professionals to restore your home to its pre-damage condition.

Furthermore, consider scheduling regular tree inspections and maintenance to identify and address potential risks before they become emergencies. Regular maintenance can help prevent future tree-related accidents and protect your home and loved ones while also avoiding expensive roof repair costs.

We Can Help You!

Seeing a tree on your roof can certainly be alarming, but remember, help is just a phone call away. If you’re in Upper Saddle River, NJ, and find yourself in this unfortunate situation, don’t hesitate to contact The Great American Roofing Company at (201) 825-2955. You can also reach us online and fill out our convenient contact form! We’re here to provide a free roof repair estimate and help you take the first step toward restoring your roof’s structural integrity.

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Kathy Farley 2 months ago

Great roofing company to work with. Not only does the roof look great but they were on time day of scheduled roofing, kept me apprised of milestones, very easy to communicate with (from sales through completion) and top notch site cleanup.

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Alice Bausewein 3 months ago

Very professional company. Great work, clean up after the job. Highly recommend for work done at your home.

tamara hammer 4 months ago

Great experience! Highly recommend!

William Daly 4 months ago

Everything went perfectly from speaking with Ryan the salesman who was very professional to Steven and his crew who got the job done in a timely and professional manner also. I would highly recommend great American roofing

Galina 4 months ago

Thank you GARC for an amazing work!
The great company, indeed!
Would recommend to everyone who are planning to replace the roof.

steve Karow 4 months ago

When having to replace the roof on your home it can be a very upsetting process due to the extensive cost involved. We are 100% sure we made the right choice going with GARC.
We had seen at least 3 other roofing companies and only Ryan was interested in going into my attic to see how the structure of the home was and make sure there were no issues from the inside out.
He then explained the issues we were having and what GARC would do to fix these with their new roof system.

When we met with the other roof companies we felt they would replace the roof but were not comfortable with them.

Pricing was definitely and issue and when we weighed all we did not go with the cheapest nor the most expensive. GARC was very competitive and with their warranty we felt that was most important for the future.

Stephen and his crew finished our job in one day when we were told at least 2. They worked from dawn to dusk to get our job done.

A week later and we had 3” of rain fall. The home was perfectly protected and no issues.

GARC is a family run business and not a large conglomerate. They are extremely accommodating and friendly to work with.

I cannot recommend them more if you are looking to replace your roof.

Thom Herron 5 months ago

I highly recommend Great American Roofing for any of your roofing needs. Very professional and clean. The estimate process went very smoothly and Ryan walked me patiently through all the details. Steven was a great on-site Forman, kept the team on track and did an excellent job at completing the job on time and on budget. Thanks GARC! A job well done.

Stephanie Smith 7 months ago

I can’t say enough good things about The Great American Roofing Company. We now have a beautiful new roof, and we couldn’t be happier.
Larry, the owner, Ryan, the operations manager, Andrea, the office manager, and Stephen, the head foreman were all great to work with. They were knowledgeable, professional, honest, friendly, and helpful. No pressure, and no requests or questions were left unanswered. What could have been a painful and stressful experience, turned out to be a smooth and easy process.Their expertise and friendliness added to the overall positive atmosphere. And to top it off, the roof replacement cleanup was perfect. Larry and his team went above and beyond to ensure a seamless and satisfying experience.
So all in all, excellent customer service and quality craftsmanship. We highly recommend GARC to everyone.

Cailyn Lynn 7 months ago

Summary:
Highly recommend, especially for a newer homeowner who is still learning like us. They are a company you can trust to do a great job for a fair price.

Details:
After meeting with 3 other companies in the area, we ultimately chose GARC based on its Master Elite GAF status. We have a friend in commercial roofing who told us how distinguished and important it is. They unquestionably live up to the hype.

Ryan was our salesperson - he came to the house at our convenience. He thoroughly explained the entire process, let us touch the materials and ask questions. We were given a very reasonable quote (based on calculations our friend did for us ahead of time) to replace our home and carport roof with the highest standard shingle as well as replace all of our gutters and downspouts including leaf guards.

Andrea helped schedule us for installation and was understanding and accommodating when we had to reschedule. There was a 2-week lead time. They took care of all the permits for the dumpster, etc. (which the town made very difficult for them - definitely went above and beyond on this front).

Steven was our project manager and he came with a large team at 7am on our scheduled day. They worked hard all day long, finishing the project about 4:30pm just as daylight began fading. They were respectful of our property and landscaping, cleaned up after themselves thoroughly, and were courteous.

Roof looks great and we are very happy.

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