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We tarp every type of roof damage

Whatever happened to your roof, we can protect it.

Storm damage, fallen trees, missing shingles, active leaks, fire every type of roof damage leaves your home exposed. A professionally installed tarp with full insurance documentation stops the damage cycle and supports your claim. Find your situation below.

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Choose your damage type

Find your situation. Get the right information.

Each type of roof damage has its own causes, urgency level, and insurance implications. Select yours for a full page dedicated to your specific situation.

Most common
Storm and wind damage

High winds, hail, and severe weather can strip shingles, breach the roof deck, and create large openings in minutes. The most frequently occurring roof damage type, and often the most urgent to address before the next rain event.

Wind damage Hail damage Storm debris Insurance covered
Structural impact
Tree fell on roof

A fallen tree or large branch causes some of the most serious roof damage possible, often compromising framing and decking well beyond the visible impact zone. Fast tarping and thorough documentation before debris is removed are both critical.

Tree impact Structural damage Document first Insurance covered
Deceptively serious
Missing or blown-off shingles

A few missing shingles look minor but expose your roof deck directly to rain. Water infiltration is often invisible until real damage to insulation, framing, and ceilings has already occurred. Do not wait to address this.

Wind damage Age and wear Hidden water damage Possibly covered
Act immediately
Active roof leak

If water is entering your home right now, every minute matters. Interior patches do not stop a leak at its source. Only sealing the roof from the outside stops the water. We respond quickly and identify the actual breach location.

Urgent response Storm related Flashing failure Possibly covered
Post-fire protection
Fire damage

Once the fire is out and the scene is cleared, an open roof exposes everything that survived to rain, mold, and further deterioration. A tarp is the essential first protective step before restoration begins. We work alongside your restoration team with no financial interest in who you choose.

Scene cleared first Post-fire protection Mold prevention Insurance covered
Not sure which applies to you? Submit a quote request and describe the damage. A Seeker will assess on-site and handle the rest.
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What every job includes

Regardless of how your roof was damaged, the approach is the same.

Every roof damage situation is different in its cause and scope. But the core of what Get a Tarp delivers is consistent across all of them: a professional on-site assessment, a transparent quote, a correctly installed tarp, and complete insurance documentation.

We are not a roofing company. We do not use any damage type as a lead-generation opportunity for repair sales. Storm damage, tree impact, missing shingles, active leak, or fire we tarp the roof and deliver the documentation. You choose your own contractor for repairs.

This is what makes us useful to homeowners across every damage scenario. There is no conflict of interest in our assessment. There is no upsell waiting at the end of the visit. There is a tarp, documentation, and a clear path to your insurance claim.

Free on-site quote
A vetted, background-checked, and insured Seeker visits your property, assesses the damage, and provides a transparent quote before any work begins. No cost, no commitment.
Full insurance documentation
Before-and-after photos, written damage assessment, measurements, and cost record. Formatted to the standard insurance adjusters already use from SeekNow.
24-48 hour response
Seekers available coast-to-coast means fast response regardless of where you are. We confirm your appointment and you know who is coming before they arrive.
Zero upsell, every time
We are not a roofing company and we never will be. We tarp and leave. You choose your own contractor for any repairs, completely independently of us.
Insurance documentation

All five damage types are typically covered. Documentation is what determines your payout.

Whether your damage was caused by a storm, a tree, missing shingles, an active leak, or fire, homeowner's insurance generally covers emergency tarping as a reasonable mitigation expense. The quality of your documentation is what makes the difference between a fast approval and a disputed claim.

Before-and-after photos that establish original damage scope
Written damage report in insurance-standard format
Measurements and cost record for adjuster submission
All records belong to you, use with any insurer or contractor
13+
Years producing inspection reports directly for insurance companies through SeekNow
2,000+
Property inspections completed every day on behalf of insurers coast-to-coast
100%
Of Get a Tarp jobs include full insurance documentation, on every damage type, at no extra charge
Common questions

Roof damage questions answered

Most standard homeowner's insurance policies cover sudden, accidental damage caused by covered perils including wind, hail, storm, fire, and falling objects such as trees. Emergency tarping performed to prevent further damage after a covered event is generally also covered as a reasonable mitigation expense. Damage caused by gradual wear, neglect, or lack of maintenance is typically not covered. Confirming coverage specifics with your insurer is always recommended.
As quickly as possible. Most homeowner's insurance policies include a duty to mitigate, meaning you are required to take reasonable steps to prevent further damage after a covered loss. Failing to tarp promptly can give your insurer grounds to deny coverage for subsequent water damage. Beyond the insurance implications, every additional rainfall compounding existing roof damage increases total repair cost significantly.
For the tarping service itself, no. We respond to all damage types with the same process: free on-site quote, professional installation, and full documentation. For insurance purposes, the cause of damage matters because different perils are treated differently under your policy. Our documentation establishes what happened and when, which is useful regardless of the cause.
Absolutely. Submit a quote request with a description of what you are seeing, such as a visible opening, staining on ceilings, missing shingles, or a recent storm. Your Seeker will assess the full roof in person and identify what needs to be covered. You do not need to diagnose the damage yourself before calling us.
Pricing is based on the size of tarp needed to adequately cover and protect the damaged area. Most residential jobs range from $300 to $800. Larger damage areas require larger tarps and higher pricing. The on-site quote is free and there is no obligation to proceed. You approve the price before any work begins.
We strongly recommend being present for the on-site quote. Your Seeker will walk you through the damage assessment and quote in person, and any questions about the job are best answered face to face. If your situation makes being present difficult, contact us after submitting your request and we will work with you on a solution.

Whatever damaged your roof, the answer is the same.

Get a free on-site quote from a vetted Seeker. Professional tarp installation. Full insurance documentation. No upsell, no roofing pitch, no pressure.

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Free quote, no commitment, documentation included on every job