What To Do When A Tree Falls On Your Roof

Roof Repair

Did one of Arizona’s monsoon storms knock a tree into your roof? Knowing how to respond to this shocking event can help you manage the stress.

6 Things To Do When A Tree Falls On Your Roof

If a tree has just fallen on your roof, the next steps you take are critical. Here’s what you need to do:

  • Evacuate the home. The moment you notice a tree has fallen on your roof, make sure everyone inside leaves immediately. Even if the damage doesn’t seem significant, a tree on your roof can be hazardous for the people in your home.
  • Assess the damage. Once you’re outside your home, you can get a better look at the damage to your roof. Don’t get too close to your roof, but try to see how bad the damage is with a quick glance.
  • Call 9-1-1. A tree falling on your roof is considered an emergency, and you should call 9-1-1 as soon as you and everyone in your home has evacuated. Once you’re on the phone, tell the person everything that’s happened, and they’ll send an emergency response team.
  • Contact your insurance company. Once you are safe and have called 9-1-1, you should get in touch with your insurance company to let them know what’s happened and learn the steps you need to take to file your claim.
  • Find lodging. An emergency services team will tell you whether your home is safe to live in or not while the roof is still damaged. If it isn’t, you’ll need to find lodging for yourself and the other people in your home.
  • Call a local roofer to inspect your roof and make any repairs. You’ll eventually need to get your roof fixed if a tree has fallen on it. When you can, reach out to your local roofer and schedule a roof inspection. Once they can see the damage themselves, they’ll be able to tell you more about what repairs your roof will need and how much it will cost.

Can A Tree Fall Through a Roof?

Trees can and do fall through roofs. A fallen tree can break windows, cause holes in your roof or siding, and even break into your living space. Fallen trees can cause significant damage not only to your roof structure, but also to your gutters, downspouts, and siding.

Here is an example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_F8MgN4j2I

What are the Odds of a Tree Falling On Your House?

Nasty storms cause trees to fall on roofs reasonably often, but the odds of a tree falling on your house are still pretty slim. The best thing you can do to improve your odds is be on the lookout for signs of trees that are about to fall. Any trees that are leaning, peeling, or rotting can be potential threats to your home’s roof and should be taken care of as soon as possible. If possible, have your tree(s) trimmed at least once by a professional arborist to thin and shape the tree so it is more resistant to wind. Your landscaper can maintain it from there.

Get A Free Roof Repair Estimate

If you’re dealing with a fallen tree (or sahuaro)  on your roof, it can be challenging to gauge the level of damage yourself. Getting up on your roof can be dangerous, too, especially if it’s slippery from the rain. Instead, call a professional, trusted roofing company to perform an inspection for you. At Roofstar Arizona, we help homeowners in the Phoenix-Mesa area learn the truth about their roof. Call us now at (480) 426-1915 to get a free estimate on your roof repair.

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