Storm Damage Restoration in Englewood, CO

Colorado weather can hit a house from every side. Spring and summer storms bring hail, high winds and sudden downpours. Winter brings heavy snow, ice dams and freeze-thaw cycles that open small gaps in roofs and siding. When water gets in, a fast response keeps a roof leak from turning into a ceiling, insulation and mold problem.

What storm damage restoration includes

• Emergency roof tarping and window or door board-up
• Interior inspection for leaks in the attic, ceilings and walls
• Water extraction and removal of soaked insulation
• Structural drying of ceilings, walls and floors
• Cleanup of mud and debris from flash flooding
• Photo and moisture documentation for your insurance claim
• Interior repairs once the roof or envelope is fixed

Types of storm damage in Englewood

Hail. Hailstones crack and bruise shingles, dent gutters and vents and break skylights and windows. A damaged roof may not leak until the next heavy rain.

Wind-driven rain. Strong gusts push rain sideways under shingles, through gaps around windows and into attic vents.

Ice dams. Snow melts on a warm roof and refreezes at the cold eave. Meltwater then backs up under the shingles. Look for stains along exterior walls and icicles at the roof edge.

Flash flooding. Heavy summer storms can overwhelm streets and storm drains, pushing water toward window wells and low entries. Englewood sits along the South Platte River and Little Dry Creek, and the Mile High Flood District manages flood risk across the metro.

Power outages. A storm that knocks out power can also stop your sump pump, which leads to basement flooding.

How we handle storm damage

• Protect the house. Tarp the roof or board up openings to stop more water from getting in.
• Document. Photograph the exterior and interior damage before cleanup begins.
• Remove water and wet materials. Extract water and remove wet insulation and drywall as needed.
• Dry. Run air movers and dehumidifiers until moisture readings are normal.
• Repair. Restore ceilings, walls and floors after the roof is fixed.

What affects the cost

The cost depends on how much water got in, how many rooms were affected, whether attic insulation needs to come out and whether emergency tarping or board-up was needed. Roof replacement itself is usually a separate contract with a roofer.

DIY or call a pro?

You can clear gutters, move items away from leaks and put buckets under drips. Don't climb onto a wet or damaged roof. Call a pro if water reached the attic insulation, ceilings or walls, or if a window or door is broken and the house is open to the weather.

Storm damage and insurance in Colorado

The Colorado Division of Insurance advises homeowners to document damage, make temporary repairs to prevent further loss, keep receipts and be cautious with contractors who show up after a storm. Colorado's roofing contract law (C.R.S. § 6-22-103) requires a written contract for residential roofing work, and that contract must spell out your right to cancel within 72 hours after the insurer tells you all or part of the claim is denied.

Remember that flood is usually separate from homeowners coverage. If you live near a creek or in a low spot, check your flood zone at FloodSmart.gov. Our guide to water damage insurance claims walks through the full process.