With Hagerstown harsh weather conditions, it’s inevitable that homeowners must often deal with the reality of the devastating damage storms can do. Storm damage such as wind, hail, debris, and trees can cause minor or severe damage if the conditions are right. If roof damage, in particular, goes unchecked, further water or structural damage can occur over time.
Lucky for some, there’s damage insurance to help fund repairs. However, the claims process is not always that simple. Happy Home Roofing is your reliable and reputable Hagerstown roofer that has helped countless Hagerstown homeowners file insurance claims for roofing repairs. We’re industry experts that can help you solve your roofing issues and file successful claims. As roofing insurance can be quite complicated, let’s take a closer look at the process and how we can help.
Understanding the insurance claims process can help you improve the chances of a successful claim. The typical process that occurs when you file an insurance claim for roof storm damage is as follows:
1. ASSESS DAMAGE
A self-inspection of the damage is a good first step, but bear in mind that you may not be able to spot all damage. Contact your local roofing contractor to further assess the damage as there is a good chance you as the homeowner won’t catch everything.
2. CONTACT INSURANCE PROVIDER
Once damage is identified, contact your insurance company to report the issue and begin the claims process. Make sure to get in touch with your insurance provider as soon as you’re aware there is damage to your roof.
3. INSURANCE ASSESSMENT
Your insurance provider will then send an individual to your home to assess in order to determine if there is damage and whether your insurance policy covers it. If you believe you’re being ripped off, make sure to contact a roofing repair company that can provide a second opinion on the damage.
4. FILE DOCUMENTATION
Once you decide to repair the roof, you’ll have to file documentation that outlines the repairs required. This documentation should also outline the person who fixed it, as well as the cost associated with the repairs.
5. WAIT FOR THE OUTCOME
Once you have filed all your documentation, you should hear back from the insurance provider in due course. If you experience a delay in the verdict on your claim, it’s important to ask your insurance company for additional clarity.
On top of using the right roofing repair company, there are a few other things you can do to help ensure your roof damage claim is processed smoothly. Here’s how you can improve your chances of a successful claim.
Document Everything
Successful roofing insurance claims require extensive documentation. It’s important to take photos of damage, repairs, and anything else that you may think is relevant to your insurance claim. Don’t take roof damage insurance claims lightly.
Act Fast
As with any insurance claim, it’s essential to get in touch with your insurance company as quickly as possible. Timely filing is the best way to set the record straight and ensure they are aware that damage to your home has already occurred.
Have a repair team on standby
Besides helping to prevent further damage, a professional roof repair team can help you avoid further technical questions and requirements from your insurance company.
Happy Home Roofing is here to help
We provide roofing repair, roofing installation, roofing restoration, and more. Our team of roofers also has considerable experience working with insurance companies to help our clients receive the cash they need to successfully repair their roofs after various types of damage. This is why we’re an excellent partner for anyone who currently has a damage insurance policy covering their home.
We were in the market to have our roof done, when we found Happy Home Roofing. It was a stressful decision to make because this kind of project was a first for us.
But, Ryan and Kim are professionals and made us comfortable with moving… More forward with the decision. And, by the way, the highly favorable reviews were a great reference too.
Angel and his roofing crew came out, completed the install, and completely addressed all questions and concerns we had regarding the roof.
The company's reviews are accurate, and from the first consult until completion of the install, we were highly satisfied.
Thank you, Happy Home!!
The Beattys
Company was very quick to get me scheduled. Billy Was sent to the house to Complete an estimate and work on my roof. Arrived on time. Very friendly. Very knowledgeable. At the inspection done within 15 minutes and was able to complete… More the work in less than half a day. Very happy with both Billy and Happy home roofing.
Fantastic experience with my roof repairs! A roof leak is a stressful experience to say the least, but Kim’s professional and friendly guidance and help from day one greatly eased the process. I had rain continuing to come in, so needed… More help quickly. Bill came out and performed a skilled and thorough inspection, and was able to quickly identify the source of the issues and made the necessary repairs until the remainder of my roof repairs could be completed. The entire crew did a great job with that work, very professional and thorough with protecting my and my neighbors’ property and taking care with cleanup. I highly recommend Happy Home Roofing, and thanks again to Kim, Bill and the team!
Happy Homes did a fantastic job on our house. We worked with Ryan for a roof and Tyler for windows, French door, and soffit. They are both very friendly and knowledgeable of the products they offer. All work completed was done with professionalism… More and fine craftsmanship. But But Ryan and Tyler offered suggestions to complement our home and did not push anything on us to use.
We would not hesitate to use Happy Homes again in the future.
Our new roof is beautiful! We are so glad we chose Happy Home Roofing for the job. From the very start to the very end of the project, Ryan's customer service was A+. Our phone calls were answered (or quickly returned), our questions… More were addressed and answered to our satisfaction, the work process was well explained, and it was evident he wanted to make sure we were pleased.The job crew was hard-working and it was obvious they were experienced. They did a very thorough cleanup, too! In the office, Kim was a big help with the payment details and very patient. There was never any pressure from her or Ryan, which was refreshing. We highly recommend Happy Home Roofing!
From the initial consultation with Trenton and Aaron, to the final inspection, my experience with Happy Home was outstanding. The team demonstrated unparalleled professionalism and attention to detail. The new roof and gutters not only… More greatly enhance the curb appeal of my home, but also provides peace of mind, knowing that they were installed with precision and care….and I’m good to go for another 20+ years. Thanks Happy Home Team!
We had our living room window replaced by Tyler. He did an excellent job. Very professional. We had slider windows installed and we are so happy with how it turned out. Tyler covered everything and everything was clean when he was finished.… More We will definitely use him again for future window projects!
Had a wonderful experience with our roof replacement. Ramsey helped us out the entire project and kept us in the loop with every step. Very kind and responsive even with small issues with our house. Everything was handled professionally… More and we are more than happy with the final project. Highly recommend
Very hard working crew. Very thorough, very professional. My neighbor came over and even complimented them while they were still at the house saying how he liked how they worked and how respectful they were during clean-up, making sure… More to get everything. Angel and his crew did a great job. Ryan, Kim and Ramsey kept communication 10/10, and were very kind and helpful.
Absolutely fantastic experience. Bill came out to check on a roof leak and he got here super quickly and patched it up in no time. The price was good and he was a pleasure to talk to and work with. Definitely knows his stuff and is very… More personable. If I have another roofing issue, I'm definitely coming back. Thank you so much for everything!
I'll GLADLY be the 100th review of Happy Home Roofing! Happy Home Roofing was the first and only company I called for a roof repair and did I ever get lucky with my choice! Kim took my call and was very professional and even gave… More me a great deal for Bill to come and repair my roof. Bill arrived on time and was very personable and professional and greatly skilled and knowledgeable when it comes to roofing. Not only did Bill repair my damaged roof, he took it a step further and inspected my skylight and vent caps and all the edges to make sure everything was in good shape. It was not something I asked for and I am greatly appreciative that he went above and beyond what he was there to do. I hate heights, so that fact that he took the time to inspect my roof since he was up there, really shows Bill cares about the people he is helping. Thank you so much Bill and thank you Kim for a great experience with Happy Home Roofing. I will be using use all exclusively in the future and will gladly spread the word of great service!
Our experience with Happy Home Roofing has been exceptional from start to finish. Ryan provided a thorough inspection of our old roof and helped us decide on the best replacement products. Kim did an outstanding job coordinating the project… More from the home office, keeping us informed before, during and after work was completed. Ramsey led the on-site work, ensuring that we were happy with day-to-day progress and the finished project. Angel’s roofing crew did a skillful job removing our old roof and installing the new system. We were impressed with how the crew protected our property during construction as well as the thorough clean-up each day. Each Happy Home team member was professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. We are so pleased with the quality of the finished product and highly recommend Happy Home Roofing.
-Bob and Robin Spence
Recently had a wind storm that resulted in finding a shingle from our roof on our deck. I contacted Happy Home Roofing for help and they made a schedule for the following Wednesday. I expressed concern because rain was forecast for Monday.… More I received a call on Sunday from Bill their repairman. Bill came over a short time later and made the repairs. It was a relief knowing the repairs were made ahead of the rain.
We recently had a wind storm that resulted in finding a shingle from our roof in the yard. I contacted Happy Home Roofing for help and they were quick to schedule an inspection.
I had the pleasure of working with Bill. From the moment… More he arrived, it was clear that his priority was to assess the damage and provide a comprehensive report, not to immediately try to sell me a new roof. Bill was incredibly professional and took the time to thoroughly examine every aspect of the roof to determine the source of the shingle. He was knowledgeable and provided clear explanations for the findings.
Not only did he assess the damage, but he also suggested ways to increase the life of our roof. He showed genuine care for our home and provided valuable recommendations for maintaining our roof. I was impressed with the integrity and professionalism demonstrated by Bill and Happy Home Roofing. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of roofing services.
Wonderful experience! I called in the morning and the work was completed by noon! The gutter on my front porch was holding water and wasn't pitched enough to fully drain. Bill came out, and inspected the entire roof and gutter system,… More and took the time to walk me around my home and make recommendations on minor maintenance repairs I could do myself. Bill had the porch gutter fixed in no time! Bill was very friendly, thorough, and answered all of my questions. Kim in the office was wonderful as well! My parents have used Happy Home Roofing and also had a great experience. I highly recommend them and will use them for all of my future roofing and drainage/gutter needs.
We were struggling with a roof leak and absolutely no companies were responsive until we got ahold of HHR. They were immediately responsive and came out to do work swiftly. Despite our roof not being the friendliest, Bill was able to to… More repair some metal that tore off during wind damage and install new rubber where we had a leak. Kim, the Production Coordinator, is super friendly and replies to emails quickly. They are very willing to resolve any issues. Highly recommend this company.
A recent storm ripped off some fascia from one side of our house and a small section of siding from the other side. I called and spoke with Kim, who was very pleasant. Kim was able to get someone out quickly, which I very much appreciate.… More Billy the roofer came on the scheduled day, on time. There was a bit of a scheduling issue on my part and I was not there when Bill arrived, but Kim and Bill were very accommodating and were able to continue with the repairs. Bill had the fascia work complete when I eventually got home, which was great. He then fixed up the minor siding damage. Bill explained what he did to complete the repairs. Very professional and very personable. It looks great!
Kim and Bill were both wonderful to work with. I was surprised by how quickly the job was able to be completed and the cost of the repairs was very reasonable. I've already shared our experience with Happy Home Roofing with our neighbors and would definitely recommend them to anyone.
Thank you Kim and Billy!
My husband contacted happy homes roofing 2 days after a large storm ripped off about 20 ft of fascia from our house. Happy homes roofing sent out bill two days later who repaired the problem area (It is at the highest point on our home… More which we were worried we require large equipment to fix) He not only fixed the spot without having to bring in extra equipment but also fix some siding in another area. He was very professional, on time, courteous and truly seems to be proud of his work and liked his job. We couldn't be more happy with the work done by Bill. We will highly recommend this company to all our friends and family. I also should note that Kim was great in arranging for bill to come out.
She was pleasant ,professional and easygoing. We highly recommend happy home roofing to all our friends and family!
We called Happy Home Roofing thinking we needed our roof replaced due to some leaking. The inspector who came to our house was Billy Schneider. He went up and inspected our roof and informed us that it just required some repairs in spots.… More He took pictures before and after he performed the repairs that were necessary and he explained everything he did in detail. He was friendly, courteous and professional. We will definitely be contacting them in the future when a new roof is needed. Awesome customer service! Highly recommend!
Bill is a pleasure to work with: professional, knowledgeable, and reliable. And Kim did an excellent job scheduling the work. Very reasonable, quality workmanship.
Bill came out and looked at our roof and did a repair and inspection. He was very professional. He talked us through everything and was awesome. He was great! 10/10 recommend. Will definitely be calling happy home roofing for all my future… More repairs and needs!
Outstanding job! Bill did excellent work, is very honest and is a great representation for the happy homes company! He addressed my concerns,informed me of other issues and made all repairs in a timely manner! I will definitely be calling… More happy homes if any other roofing issues come up!
Great customer service. Never felt pressured. Ryan and Bryan were excellent, and the work crew were amazingly fast, efficient and did excellent work. Jill was also great in communicating and keeping me up to date. Highly recommended… More company.
Bill came out and gave us an estimate to repair a spot on our roof that was so reasonable and he was so nice and professional we couldn’t say no. He came out and fixed the area and did it 1 week sooner than scheduled because he didn’t want… More us to have to wait. What a super nice guy and so honest and upfront. We will be using this company when we need to replace our roof. Highly recommend this company and Bill!!!!
My newly built, 18 month old home started leaking. I called the home builder, and they said my one year warranty was over... I needed to find someone else. After searching the web, I found Happy Home Roofing, who said they would be out… More the next day.
Next day, in the rain, their inspector, Bill, showed up, as promised. He climbed up on the roof, and came down to tell me my brand new roof was not built to "code"... a flat area was simply covered in shingles, not metal or rubber membrane, as required.
I called the builder again, and this time they came out to take a look. Yep, Bill was correct. The builder had the roofer with them, and they agreed to repair both the roof, and the internal damage.
A special thanks to Bill... he was a really great, personable guy, and knew just what he was doing.
Very pleased. I had my ridge ventilators worked twice before. Bill showed me why my ridge ventilators were prone to leak with pictures with his cell phone. The original roof contractor did not do some things they should have. Bill explained… More to me what he wanted to do. His plan made sense so I agreed. The office staff and Bill were very pleasant to talk to and work with. I would highly recommend consulting them.
Happy Home Roofing was an excellent choice for my roofing repair. Bill arrived on time and was a pleasure to talk with. He is very knowledgeable and explained the issue I had thoroughly. I will definitely be calling them with any future… More needs!
Superb company from start to finish. I had exceptional customer service from Bill for my gutter concerns. He was able to fix them all quite swiftly and of utmost quality. Kim was also great to work with in scheduling my assessment and was… More always available to take my calls. I will certainly work with Happy Home Roofing for any future needs or home upgrades. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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