Emergency Tarping
Emergency Tarping | Storm Damage Restoration | Roofing | Townsend
When severe winds, pounding hail, or fallen limbs leave your Townsend roof exposed, HEP’s emergency tarping team arrives fast to protect what matters most. Our local technicians secure heavy-duty tarps over damaged shingles, vents, and decking, sealing out rain and debris while preventing further structural decline. Day or night, you’ll get clear communication, photo documentation, and compassionate service from a crew that treats your home as if it were their own.
Once your roof is safely covered, we guide you through every step of storm damage restoration— from working with insurance adjusters to scheduling permanent repairs or a full replacement. With decades of experience across East Tennessee, HEP delivers the craftsmanship, transparency, and neighborly care that turn a stressful disaster into a smooth recovery. Call us anytime, and sleep easy knowing your roof, and your peace of mind, are in capable hands.
FAQs
What should I do immediately after storm damage occurs to my roof in Townsend?
First, ensure everyone in the home is safe and move valuables away from active leaks. Then call our 24/7 emergency line. Avoid climbing on the roof yourself; damaged shingles, loose debris, and wet surfaces make conditions hazardous. While you wait for our crew, photograph visible damage from the ground for insurance documentation and, if possible, shut off electricity to any wet ceiling areas.
Why is emergency tarping important after a storm?
A professionally installed tarp creates a temporary watertight barrier that prevents additional rain, wind, and debris from entering your home. This stops secondary damage such as soaked insulation, mold growth, ceiling collapse, and ruined drywall. Acting quickly keeps repair costs lower, preserves the structural integrity of the roof deck, and gives you time to coordinate permanent repairs with your insurance carrier.
How quickly can your Townsend team respond and install an emergency tarp?
Our local crews are on call 24 hours a day and typically arrive within 1–3 hours of your call, depending on road conditions and storm severity. Each truck is stocked with industrial-grade tarps, anchor boards, battens, and safety equipment, so we can secure the roof in a single visit. Larger or more complex roofs may take longer, but most tarp installations are completed the same day.
Will tarping stop all leaks until permanent repairs are made?
A correctly installed tarp stops the vast majority of water intrusion by covering damaged decking, missing shingles, and open seams. However, extreme wind-driven rain or ice dams can sometimes force moisture under the tarp’s edges. We minimize this risk by overlapping the tarp well past damaged areas, using cap nails and strapping, and ensuring proper drainage paths. Follow-up inspections are recommended after major weather events until the roof is fully repaired.
Does insurance cover emergency tarping and storm damage restoration?
Most homeowners policies that cover wind or hail damage also reimburse reasonable emergency mitigation expenses, including professional tarping. Keep all receipts and photographs; we provide detailed invoices and can meet adjusters on site to explain the work performed. Final coverage depends on your policy’s deductible, exclusions, and the insurer’s assessment, so always file a claim promptly and review your policy documents.
What happens after the tarp is installed; do you also handle full roof restoration?
Yes. Once the immediate threat is controlled, our licensed roofing specialists perform a comprehensive inspection, create a repair or replacement estimate, and guide you through materials selection and scheduling. We coordinate directly with insurance adjusters, handle permit acquisition in Townsend, and manage the entire restoration process—shingle replacement, decking repairs, gutter work, and interior water damage remediation—until your home is fully restored.