Roof Damage After a Fire: Everything You Need to Know

10/4/2022 (Permalink)

If your Bryan, TX roof has suffered from fire damage call SERVPRO of Brazos Valley

Roof Damage After a Fire: Everything You Need to Know

Roof damage is never good news. In fact, you may have been in such a state of shock after a fire that you didn't even notice the damage that was done to your home's roof. You might not even realize how bad the situation is until it starts raining and water begins to drip into the living room or bedroom of your Bryan, Texas home. That's why it's important to act quickly when dealing with roof damage caused by fire. We'll explain how SERVPRO can help with this common problem, as well as other things you should know about repairing or replacing a damaged roof in the aftermath of a blaze:

Roof Damage is Devastating

Roof damage is devastating to a homeowner, and fire damage only complicates things. Damage caused by flames is one thing, but soot can also cause significant problems. If possible, have a professional tarp the roof until it can be repaired or replaced.

If you've been in a fire, it's likely that your roof will have suffered some damage. While flames are one thing, soot can also cause significant problems. Soapstone and clay tiles are easily damaged by soot and ash because these materials absorb moisture from the air, which increases their weight and makes them heavier than usual. This causes them to crack or break apart on the surface of your roof. Shingles made of asphalt are susceptible to melting when exposed to flames for long periods of time; if this happens then their water resistance is compromised as well and they may leak soon after being installed or repaired.

Soot can also be extremely harmful to gutters that have been installed over an extended period of time because they accumulate debris which eventually clogs them up entirely (even if they're made out of metal). The same goes for siding -- if there's any kind of stain left behind by smoke particles then it will become difficult if not impossible for anyone trying to clean off those surfaces later down the road without damaging them further! 

Finally. insulation has its own set of issues associated with this too -- most notably that its normal function becomes compromised due to increased heat loss. Heat is lost due to condensation caused by excessive humidity levels within an enclosed area. 

Call the Professionals

Due to the severity of roof damage, it is recommended that you have a professional tarp the roof until it can be repaired or replaced. This will help keep the elements out and prevent further damage from occurring.

When you have a company like SERVPRO of Brazos Valley come in to tarp your roof, we will also check for interior water damage. This is because when the fire has burned through the ceiling of your home and reached your attic, it can cause water from the fire sprinklers to leak down into the living space below. This can cause mold growth, which can lead to all sorts of health problems such as respiratory issues and skin irritation.

Your SERVPRO professional will take precautions to make sure that there is no mold growth in your home. 

Working with Insurance

Fire-damaged roofs can be a very stressful and confusing thing to deal with, especially if you are unfamiliar with the process. We would recommend calling a professional roofing company like ours to ensure that your fire-damaged roof is repaired as quickly and effectively as possible.

We can work with your insurance company and negotiate a fair price for your roof repairs. From that point forward, we will handle all aspects of the tarping process including:

• Finding any hidden damage on your home's exterior that may have been caused by smoke or water leaks during the fire
• Setting up temporary protection from rain until we remove damaged shingles from the roof decking
• Removing old shingle pieces (if necessary) using specialized tools designed specifically for this task

Act Quickly After a Fire

After a fire has damaged your roof, it is important to care for it properly. This will help you save money in the long term because you won't have to pay for more expensive repairs later. If you are not sure how to do this, it is best to hire a professional. A good roofing company will be able to help you get your roof back in shape and ensure that it stays that way.

It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the chaos of a fire and forget about your roof. But when you do have a professional fire damage restoration company like SERVPRO of Brazos Valley come in, we will check for interior water damage and negotiate fair prices for your roof repairs.