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Storm smarts for Gulf Coast homeowners

Straight answers on hurricane damage, insurance claims, and keeping a roof over your family — written by the crew that works on these roofs every day.

Storm Damage

How Hurricanes Impact Roofs in Mobile, AL

Hurricane winds, driven rain, and debris punish Gulf Coast roofs in specific ways. Here's what actually fails on Mobile, AL homes — and what to look for afterward.

July 10, 2026 • 6 min read

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Storm Damage

Signs Your Roof Has Storm Damage After a Gulf Coast Thunderstorm

You don't need a hurricane to lose a roof. Here are the signs of thunderstorm damage Gulf Coast homeowners miss until the ceiling stains show up.

July 3, 2026 • 5 min read

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Insurance

What to Do If Your Roof Is Damaged by a Hurricane

A step-by-step plan for the first 72 hours after hurricane roof damage — safety, documentation, temporary protection, and starting your claim the right way.

June 24, 2026 • 7 min read

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Insurance

How Long Do You Have to File a Roof Insurance Claim in Alabama?

Alabama claim deadlines explained in plain English — policy notice requirements, the statute of limitations, and why waiting hurts your claim.

June 12, 2026 • 5 min read

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Roof Care

Wind Damage vs. Hail Damage: What's the Difference?

Wind and hail damage look nothing alike on a roof — and insurers treat them differently. Here's how to tell them apart.

May 29, 2026 • 5 min read

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Emergency Service

Emergency Roof Tarping: When Is It Necessary?

When a tarp is the right call, how long it lasts, whether insurance pays for it, and why a proper install matters more than the tarp itself.

May 15, 2026 • 4 min read

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Storm damage you want a second opinion on?

No pressure, no obligation — just an honest look at your roof from a local crew.