Emergency Roofing in Columbia, SC
Temporary protection, storm damage repair and a clear plan, for homes and businesses across Lexington, Chapin and the Midlands.
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When the roof fails, the first job is stopping the water
Roofing emergencies do not pick a convenient time. A limb comes through in a thunderstorm, wind peels back a section of shingles, or a leak you did not know about shows up as a bulge in the ceiling. Lake Murray Construction handles urgent roof problems across Columbia, Lexington, Irmo, Chapin and the rest of the Midlands. Call (803) 708-6628, and our first priority is temporary protection to keep water out of the building. The full repair follows once the roof is dry and the damage is documented.
We are a family owned roofing company with more than 20 years of experience, and we have seen what Midlands storms do. Here is how we respond.
What Our Customers Say
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How we respond to a roofing emergency
Immediate Assessment
When you call, we dispatch our experienced roofing professionals to your property for a prompt evaluation of the damage.
Temporary Protection
Our first priority is to stop further damage by applying temporary protective measures such as tarps or emergency coverings to prevent water from getting in and to protect the interior of your home or building.
Detailed Inspection
We conduct a thorough inspection to determine the extent of the damage and the steps needed for repair, with photos and a written description for your insurance claim.
Repairs and Restoration
Our team works quickly to repair the damage, from replacing shingles and sealing leaks to more involved repairs, with as little downtime as possible.
What to do right now
A wet roof in wind is dangerous, and nothing up there is worth a fall. Leave the roof to us.
Put a bucket under the drip and move furniture, rugs and electronics out of the way.
If the ceiling is sagging with water, poke a small hole with a screwdriver and let it drain into a bucket before it spreads or comes down.
The roof from the ground, the ceiling, the attic, the yard. Your insurance company will want these.
Tell us what happened and what you can see. We will tell you what to expect.
Temporary repairs that stop further damage are generally expected by insurers, so keep the receipt for anything you buy.
Roofing emergencies we handle
Storm and Wind Damage
Shingles stripped by wind, sections lifted at the edge, flashing torn loose. We cover the exposed area and repair it once the weather clears.
Fallen Trees and Limbs
A limb through the roof needs the hole covered the same visit and the structure checked before any repair. We do both.
Active Leaks
Water coming through the ceiling during rain. We find the source, stop it with temporary protection, and schedule the permanent repair.
Exposed Decking and Holes
Any opening in the roof is covered first. Then we assess the decking and the framing under it.
Insurance Documentation
Photos and a written description of the damage, which is what your insurer will ask for.
Temporary Protection
Tarps and emergency coverings to keep water out until the permanent repair.
Storm damage and your insurance claim
Two things worth knowing before you call your insurer, and both come from the South Carolina Department of Insurance guidance on what to do after a disaster. Temporary repairs that stop further damage are expected, so keep every bill and receipt. And do not be rushed into signing a repair contract beyond that temporary work until your adjuster has agreed on the scope. Be careful with anyone who shows up uninvited after a storm and wants a signature on the spot. Our customers have told us in their reviews that we made the insurance side of a roof job easier, and that is the goal every time.
The storms that cause most Columbia roof emergencies
Most of the emergency calls in the Midlands come from wind and water, not hail. We get about 45 inches of rain a year, and the wettest stretch runs June through August, when afternoon thunderstorms bring sudden downbursts that strip shingles and drop limbs. The remains of tropical systems add days of wind and rain in late summer and fall. Homes on open lots or near the water around Lake Murray feel it most. Hail does reach the Midlands from time to time, but wind and water do most of the damage to Columbia roofs. A roof inspection once a year and after any big storm catches the loose shingles and lifted flashing before the next one turns them into an emergency.
Emergency roofing across Columbia and the Midlands
We repair and replace roofs across the area, including
Every job starts with a complimentary roof inspection.
Emergency roofing questions Columbia homeowners ask
What counts as a roofing emergency?
What should I do if my roof is leaking during a storm?
Can you repair a roof in the rain?
What are your hours for emergencies?
Will my insurance cover emergency roof repair?
What happens after the tarp goes on?
Do you offer complimentary roof inspections and estimates?
Roof Damage? Call Before the Next Rain.
Reach out now and we will tell you what to expect.