Roof Repair and Replacement
Our repair division fixes what the storm damaged. If the roof is past repairing, we replace it with Owens Corning shingles, and most replacements take one day.
Roof repair
Storm Damage Repair Cincinnati, Ohio
A Limb on the Roof or Shingles in the Yard? We'll Show You the Damage.
Wind and falling limbs cause most of the storm damage we see. We tarp active leaks, photograph the roof by drone, and give you a repair option and a replacement option.
Wind and Fallen LimbsThe storm damage we see most in Greater Cincinnati.
Emergency Roof TarpingFor active leaks and trees or limbs through a roof.
Drone PhotosYou see exactly what the storm did to your roof.
Straight Talk on ClaimsWe work with insurers when a claim is justified.
Our Storm Damage Repair Services
A storm rarely stops at the shingles. We repair the roof and the parts of the exterior around it.
Siding Installation and Repair
We install and repair vinyl siding. Repairs are the most common siding job we do.
Siding repair
Soffit Installation and Repair
We repair and replace soffit and fascia, and we install seamless K-style gutters.
Soffit and fasciaEmergency Roof Tarping
We offer emergency roof tarping for active leaks and for limbs or trees that have come through a roof. The tarp stops the water. Then we diagnose the damage, give you an estimate, and repair it properly.
Water Coming In Right Now?
- Call us and tell us what you're seeing.
- We tarp the roof to stop the water.
- We come back to diagnose, estimate and repair.
Why Choose SWORD Roofing?
We're family-owned and local. We explain what we find, and we won't push a claim that isn't there.
Local Expertise
We know what storms do to roofs here. It's mostly wind and falling limbs. Hail damage is rare in Cincinnati, so we won't sell you on it.
Free Estimates
The inspection is free and usually takes 30 minutes to an hour. You get drone photos, an attic check when we can get in, and the price before any work starts.
Customer Satisfaction
We're rated 4.9 on Google. Most of what homeowners say about us is about honesty and communication.
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Signs of Storm Damage
- Shingles missing or in the yard. Wind is the most common cause of storm damage here.
- A limb on the roof. Falling limbs can puncture a roof.
- A new leak or ceiling stain. Water often shows up at flashing, valleys and pipe boots first.
- Loose siding, soffit or gutters. Walk the whole house, not only the roof.
What To Do After a Storm
Walk around your property and look for damage. Get more than one opinion, and don't sign with the first person who knocks on your door.
Our Storm Damage Repair Process
Inspection and Photos
We get on the roof, fly the drone and check the attic when we can. If water is coming in, we tarp first.
Your Options
You get photos of the damage, a repair option and a replacement option, and the price before any work starts.
Insurance, If It's Justified
When the damage warrants a claim, we document it and explain how it can play out. You stay in control.
Repair or Replacement
A SWORD project manager oversees the work, and we photograph the finished job so you can see it.
Storm Damage and Your Insurance.
We work with insurers when the damage justifies a claim. On a small issue we may not bring up insurance at all, and we won't promise that a claim will be approved. Reading your policy is your agent's job, not ours.
How we handle insurance claimsStorm Damage Restoration in Cincinnati: Wind, Limbs and the Rare Hailstorm
Most storm damage roofing advice online was written for places that get a lot of hail. Cincinnati isn't one of them, so here's what storm damage restoration really involves here.
Wind Damage to Shingles
Wind lifts shingles from the edges. Look for tabs that are creased, flipped back or gone, especially along the eaves, rakes and ridge. Wind damage restoration usually means replacing those shingles and checking the seal on the ones around them.
Fallen Limbs
A limb can gouge shingles, crack them, or break through the deck. When the deck is punctured, the wood is repaired first.
Hail Damage
It does happen, but rarely. One of our owners has seen hail damage here once in 12 years. If you're asking about hail damage roof repair, we'll inspect for it and show you what we find, whichever way it goes.
Storm Damage Repair Across Greater Cincinnati
Storms don't hit every neighborhood the same way, and we travel to where the damage is. East of the city we handle storm damage repair in Milford, Loveland, Indian Hill and Anderson Township.
To the north we cover Montgomery and Mason, and our Blue Ash office has its own page for storm damage repair in Blue Ash. In Northern Kentucky we work in Covington, Fort Thomas and nearby.
Wind often damages the roof edge as well as the shingles. If panels or boards are hanging loose under the eaves, see soffit repair in Cincinnati.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of storm damage is most common in Cincinnati?
Wind damage and damage from falling limbs. Hail damage is rare here.
Do you offer emergency roof tarping?
Yes. We tarp roofs with active leaks and roofs a tree or limb has come through. After the tarp is on, we diagnose the damage, give you an estimate and repair it properly. Call (513) 528-0023.
Will my insurance cover the damage?
We can't promise that, and we won't. We document the damage and explain what could happen. Your agent is the one who interprets your policy. When a shingle is discontinued or can't be matched, we can send it to NTS, a company that identifies building products, so everyone knows exactly what the shingle is.
A roofer knocked on my door after the storm. Should I sign?
Get more than one opinion first, and don't go with the first person who knocks on your door.
Is there a shingle that holds up better in storms?
Owens Corning TruDefinition Duration FLEX is UL 2218 Class 4 impact-resistant, which matters here for wind and falling limbs. It is one of the three Owens Corning shingles we install, and we'll tell you whether it makes sense for your roof.
Do you repair hail damage?
Yes, when there is any. Hail is rare here, so we look carefully and tell you honestly whether what we see is hail damage.
What does storm damage tarping involve?
A tarp is fastened over the opening to keep rain out until the roof can be properly repaired. We offer emergency roof tarping. Call us.
How do I find a good storm damage roofing company?
Look for one that is local, shows you photos, gives you a repair option as well as a replacement option, and doesn't pressure you to file a claim.
Related Services
Roof Repair
Leaks at flashing, valleys and pipe boots, fixed by our dedicated repair division.
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Roof Replacement
Most replacements are finished in one day, with a SWORD project manager on site.
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Gutters
Seamless K-style gutters and gutter guards. 25% off when you bundle them with a roof replacement.
Learn moreGreater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
Two locations serving your community. Our office team is in Monday to Friday, 8AM to 5PM.
Main office
Cincinnati
4325 Mt Carmel Tobasco Rd, Unit 1Cincinnati, OH 45244
Communities We Serve
- Amberley
- Ancor
- Anderson Township
- Arlington Heights
- Avondale
- Beckett Ridge
- Bellevue
- Bethany
- Bethel
- Brecon
- Cheviot
- Cleves
- Clifton
- Cold Spring
- Coldstream
- Columbia Tusculum
- Covington
- Dayton
- Deer Park
- Dry Ridge
- Dry Run
- Evendale
- Fairfax
- Fairfield
- Florence
- Forest Park
- Forestville
- Fort Mitchell
- Fort Thomas
- Glendale
- Goshen
- Greenhills
- Hamilton
- Harrison
- Highland Heights
- Hyde Park
- Indian Hill
- Kenwood
- Kettering
- Kings Mills
- Landen
- Lebanon
- Lincoln Heights
- Loveland Park
- Madeira
- Madisonville
- Maineville
- Mariemont
- Miamiville
- Middletown
- Montgomery
- Morrow
- Mount Repose
- Mt. Lookout
- Mt. Washington
- Mulberry
- Newport
- Newtown
- Norwood
- Oakley
- Olde West Chester
- Park Hills
- Plainville
- Pleasant Ridge
- Reading
- Remington
- Ross
- Sharonville
- Silverton
- South Lebanon
- Southgate
- Springdale
- St. Bernard
- Stonelick
- Symmes Township
- Terrace Park
- Villa Hills
- Walnut Hills
- Wetherington
- Wilder
- Withamsville
- Woodlawn
- Wyoming
Storm Damage? Let Us Take a Look.
The inspection is free. We'll show you the damage, give you your options, and leave the decision with you.
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