weather-climate-preparedness

Diagram showing a safe storm damage packet with event log, photos, room notes, records, and reviewer questions

How to Document Storm Damage Before Calling a Roofer

Before calling a roofer, organize a storm packet that separates event context, safe photos, interior room notes, collateral evidence, receipts, insurer questions, and roofer inspection questions without diagnosing the roof yourself.

David Patterson · Jun 9, 2026 · 49 min read

Diagram showing a pre-hail-season roof readiness calendar with 30-day, 7-day, 24-hour, post-hail, call-rule, and packet-closeout steps

Weather & Climate Preparedness

How To Prepare Your Roof Before Hail Season

Preparing your roof before hail season means building a safe roof packet before pressure arrives: roof age evidence, repair history, baseline photos, weather alerts, insurance process notes, contractor standards, warranty records, and no-roof-access rules.

David Patterson · Jun 9, 2026 · 56 min read