Emergency Tarping
Emergency Tarping | Storm Damage Restoration | Roofing | Louisville
When Kentucky skies turn violent and shingles start to fly, HEP’s rapid-response crew is on the road to Louisville neighborhoods within minutes. Our technicians arrive day or night with commercial-grade tarps, securing damaged roofs against rain, wind, and unwanted pests while we plan permanent repairs. From historic Highlands bungalows to sprawling Prospect estates, we treat every home as if it were our own—documenting loss for insurance, explaining each step, and never leaving until your interior is dry and safe.
Once the tarp is tight and your family can exhale, we transition seamlessly into complete storm damage restoration, handling everything from shingle replacement to structural repairs. Louisville homeowners trust HEP for transparent quotes, locally sourced materials, and craftsmanship that stands up to the next big storm. One call brings the calm after the chaos—so keep our number handy and let us shield your home when the clouds roll in.
FAQs
When should I request emergency roof tarping after a storm in Louisville?
Call for tarping as soon as you notice missing shingles, water stains on ceilings, debris punctures, or any daylight showing through the decking. Louisville’s quick-moving thunderstorms and high Ohio River humidity can push more rain into an exposed roof within hours, so the sooner a tarp is installed, the less chance there is for mold, structural rot, or interior damage.
What does the emergency tarping process involve and how long does it take?
Our crew arrives 24/7 with safety gear, OSHA-compliant anchors, and reinforced 8-mil or 10-mil poly tarps. We photograph the damage for insurance, remove loose debris, install underlayment if needed, and secure the tarp with wood battens and cap nails to withstand Louisville’s 60-mph wind gusts. A typical single-family roof section can be tarped in 1–2 hours; larger or steep-slope roofs may take longer but are usually sealed the same day you call.
Will my homeowners insurance cover the cost of emergency tarping and storm damage restoration?
Most Kentucky homeowners policies treat emergency tarping as a covered ‘mitigation expense,’ meaning the insurer reimburses you because the tarp prevents further loss. You still pay your deductible, but we bill the carrier directly and provide photos, moisture-meter readings, and Xactimate estimates to streamline the claim. If coverage is denied, we’ll explain why and outline affordable repair options.
How durable is the tarp and how long can it safely remain on my roof?
The industrial-grade tarps we use are UV-treated and tear-resistant, rated to last 60–90 days in Louisville’s sun, wind, and freeze-thaw cycles. They are not a permanent fix, but they will protect your home until a full roof repair or replacement is scheduled. We perform weekly or after-storm check-ups at no charge and will re-secure or replace the tarp if conditions demand.
Do you handle both residential and commercial properties in Louisville and the surrounding areas?
Yes. Our technicians are certified for shingle, metal, EPDM, TPO, and modified-bitumen systems, allowing us to tarp everything from Highlands bungalows to Jeffersontown warehouses. We also serve Jefferson, Oldham, Bullitt, and Shelby counties and can coordinate with property managers to minimize business downtime.
What other storm damage restoration services do you offer beyond tarping?
Once the roof is watertight, we provide full-service restoration: shingle or membrane replacement, decking repairs, gutter realignment, attic drying and mold remediation, siding replacement, and interior drywall/paint repair. We can also install impact-resistant shingles and improved ventilation to better protect your home against Louisville’s future hail and wind events.