Emergency Storm Damage Repair After a Summer Windstorm
Emergency tarping and shingle repair after a summer windstorm tore across the roof.
The Challenge
A summer windstorm moved through Oshawa overnight, and by morning the homeowner found a section of shingles peeled back near the roof's ridge, with a few pieces of flashing bent loose around a chimney. Rain was in the forecast for the following day, so time mattered.
Exposed Roof Deck
Wind had lifted an entire row of shingles along the ridge line, exposing bare plywood decking and the underlayment beneath to the elements.
Damaged Chimney Flashing
Step flashing around the chimney had been partially pulled loose, creating a potential entry point for water even before the next rainfall.
Narrow Weather Window
With more rain expected within 24 hours, the priority was to get the exposed area protected quickly, then complete the permanent repair as soon as conditions allowed.
How We Did It
We treated this as an emergency call, prioritizing protecting the home from water intrusion before the next storm arrived.
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Same-Day Assessment
Our crew inspected the damaged area from the roof and attic side to confirm how far the wind damage extended and check for any water that had already gotten in.
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Emergency Tarping
We secured a weighted tarp over the exposed decking and damaged flashing to stop water intrusion ahead of the incoming rain.
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Permanent Shingle Repair
Once weather cleared, we removed the tarp, replaced the missing and damaged shingles with matching material, and re-nailed surrounding shingles that had been loosened by the wind.
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Flashing Re-Securing
The chimney step flashing was re-set and re-sealed to restore a proper watertight junction between the chimney and roof plane.
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Attic Check for Water Intrusion
We checked the attic space beneath the repaired section for any signs of moisture or staining before closing out the job.
The Result
The Oshawa homeowner's roof was protected within hours of the initial call and fully repaired once weather permitted, avoiding what could have become a much larger water damage problem.
Water Intrusion Prevented
The same-day tarping meant no water reached the attic or interior ceilings despite the follow-up rain the next day.
Matched Repair Materials
Replacement shingles were matched as closely as possible to the existing roof so the repaired section blends in rather than standing out.
Restored Chimney Seal
Re-securing the flashing eliminated the vulnerable gap around the chimney that the storm had created.
Common Questions About Storm Damage Repair
How quickly can you respond to storm damage?
We prioritize storm damage calls and aim to assess and tarp exposed areas the same day whenever possible, as we did for this Oshawa home.
Why tarp the roof before doing the full repair?
A tarp is a fast way to stop water intrusion when conditions or material availability don't allow for an immediate permanent repair, protecting the home in the meantime.
Will storm damage repairs be noticeable on my roof?
We try to match shingle brand, style, and colour as closely as possible, though some variation can occur if the original shingles have weathered and faded over time.
How do I report storm damage to get a quote?
Email us with your address, photos if you have them, and a description of the damage, and we'll prioritize a response.
Roof Damaged by a Recent Storm in Oshawa?
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