After a significant storm event, phone lines at roofing and restoration contractors go from quiet to overwhelmed within hours. Property managers who can perform a credible preliminary assessment are better positioned to triage response and communicate urgency to their contractor queue.
Ground-Level Indicators
Before anyone goes on a roof, ground-level inspection yields important clues: granule accumulation in gutters indicates shingle impact; displaced cap flashing suggests wind uplift; visible ponding in interior areas after rain confirms membrane failure.
Rooftop Assessment
If safe access exists, look for visible punctures or tears in membrane, displaced or cracked gravel ballast, failed seams at penetrations, and lifted or displaced metal copings along parapets.
When to Call for Emergency Shrink Wrap
If your assessment finds visible membrane penetration, active water infiltration, or displaced flashing over occupied spaces, call for emergency temporary protection before the next rain event. StormWrappers emergency dispatch is available 24/7.
