The storm tore a section of shingles off the roof, and wind-driven rain poured into the attic for hours. Now the insulation is soaked, the bedroom ceiling has a brown stain spreading across it, and more rain is in the forecast. Storm water damage comes from above, and the first job is keeping more of it from getting in.
Free referral to independent, licensed and insured local pros. Zip codes served include 44515 44511.

After a big storm, every contractor's phone rings at once, and out-of-town crews start knocking on doors. A Water Damage is a free referral service that connects you with independent, licensed and insured contractors near Austintown who handle emergency tarping, drying, and interior repairs.
Roof tarps and board-up go on first, so drying is not undone by the next rain.
Contractors in the network already work around Austintown, which matters when you need follow-up visits and warranty service after the trucks from out of town leave.
Confirm license and insurance before signing anything, especially after a big storm.
Contractors photograph exterior and interior damage, record moisture readings, and itemize repairs so your storm claim has solid support.

Storm restoration starts outside and works inward. Stop the leaks first, then handle the attic, ceilings, and walls.

Damaged roof areas are covered with secured tarps to stop leaks until the roof can be repaired.
Openings from broken glass or tree damage are boarded up to protect the home.
Soaked blown-in or batt insulation is removed, roof decking and rafters are dried, and the attic is checked for mold before new insulation goes in.
Water-damaged ceilings and walls are removed, dried, rebuilt, and painted.
Rooms below the leak get full drying setups until readings show they are dry.
Tell dispatch whether rain is still getting in and where the damage is.
You will get a realistic arrival window. After major storms, you will be told if it will take longer.
Expect an outside-in inspection and a written price before work starts.
The building is tarped or boarded, the interior is dried, and ceilings, walls, and insulation are repaired.
Get the roof tarped before the next round of rain.
Wind took a chunk of shingles off, and rain came into the attic all night. They had a tarp on by noon, pulled the wet insulation, and fixed the bedroom ceiling the following week.
Natalie G.Wind damage, attic and ceilingA tree limb went through the dining room window. They boarded it up that night and dried out the floor before it warped.
Victor A.Tree limb, broken windowOut-of-town crews were knocking on every door. This contractor was local, showed me his credentials, and did not pressure me.
Brenda K.Hail and wind stormThe photos they took of the roof and attic made my storm claim simple. The adjuster approved it in one visit.
Luis F.Storm insurance claim

Climbing a wet, damaged roof is dangerous. A professional tarp is safer and more likely to hold. Many policies cover reasonable emergency tarping costs.
Damage from wind and rain entering through a storm-damaged roof or window is often covered. Rising floodwater from outside usually is not. Check your policy with your agent.
Verify local presence, licensing, and insurance, and avoid anyone pressuring you or asking for large deposits.
Rarely. Blown-in cellulose clumps and loses its insulating value, and fiberglass can trap moisture against the decking. Most soaked insulation should be replaced.
Within 24 to 48 hours. Mold can start growing on wet insulation, drywall, and wood framing quickly, and another storm can make it worse.
No. A Water Damage is a free referral service connecting you with independent, licensed and insured local contractors who do the work.

Independent storm restoration contractors in the network serve Austintown, OH and nearby zip codes like 44515 44511.
See nearby cities below. You will get an honest timeline after large regional storms.
