A storm loss often combines two jobs: secure the building against the next round of weather, then find and dry every place water traveled inside. We organize those steps into one documented restoration plan.
Missing shingles, broken windows, damaged flashing, and tree impacts can keep admitting water after the rain slows. The first scope identifies unsafe areas, limits additional entry where conditions and access allow, and records the visible exterior and interior damage before temporary protection changes the scene. Permanent roofing, structural, electrical, or tree work is coordinated with the appropriately qualified trade.
Storm water may travel along roof decking, rafters, wall cavities, insulation, and flooring before appearing in a ceiling or baseboard. An interior moisture map separates a small surface leak from a larger concealed path. Wet insulation and layered assemblies need direct evaluation; a dry-looking ceiling is not proof that the cavity above it is ready to close.
Photographs, affected-room notes, moisture readings, temporary-protection details, and material decisions create the handoff from emergency work to repair. Your insurer decides coverage under the policy, while the restoration record explains what was observed and what work was performed.
If the building is open to weather and water is entering living space, both scopes may be needed. A roofer or qualified exterior contractor addresses the source; the restoration team handles interior water, drying, contamination, contents, and documentation. Call with the active conditions so the order can be coordinated.
Sometimes. The answer depends on the water source, material condition, insulation, contamination, and whether airflow can reach the wet assembly. Moisture readings and limited inspection determine whether in-place drying is reasonable.
Coverage depends on how the water entered and the policy. Wind-driven rain through a storm-created opening may be treated differently from groundwater or surface flooding. Report the facts accurately and confirm the coverage decision with your carrier.