What happened to your roof?
Do this first
Stay out of rooms under the limb. Do not climb up or try to pull it off.
What the roofer does
The limb gets removed with care, then the hole is covered to keep rain out.
Your first hour: 4 steps
1. Get safe
Leave any room with a sagging ceiling. Stay off the roof, even if it looks easy.
2. Stop the spread
Buckets, towels, and a plastic sheet over furniture. Poke a small hole in a bulging ceiling bubble only if it is safe, so water drains into a bucket.
3. Take photos
Snap the roof from the ground and the damage inside. Photos help your repair plan and any insurance claim.
4. Call a roofer
Call (830) 272-7520 or send the form. Share what happened and your ZIP.
Think you found the problem?
Quick cover vs. real repair
| Quick cover | Real repair | |
|---|---|---|
| Goal | Keep rain out right now | Fix the roof for good |
| What it looks like | Tarp, patch, or sealed cover | New shingles, flashing, or decking |
| When it happens | As soon as it is safe | After the weather clears |
| How long it lasts | A short time only | Years, when done right |
Is this a roof emergency?
Can Wait
- • A few shingle bits in the yard, no leak
Check Soon
- • Shingles lifted or creased by wind
- • Small limb resting on the roof
Call Now
- • Water dripping inside
- • A hole or open wood you can see
- • A sagging ceiling
Why New Braunfels roofs get hit fast
Spring storms here bring strong wind and hail. Big live oaks hang over many roofs, and limbs snap in gusts. Once shingles lift, the next heavy rain can soak the wood below in minutes.
What changes the cost of emergency roof repair in New Braunfels?
Every roof is different. Your exact price comes after the roof is checked.
| Factor | Smaller job | Bigger job |
|---|---|---|
| Size of opening | A few missing shingles | Large hole from a limb |
| Tree removal | No limb on roof | Heavy limb to remove first |
| Wet wood | Decking stayed dry | Soaked or broken decking |
| Timing | Clear weather, normal hours | During storms or at night |
Common questions
What counts as a roof emergency?
Water coming inside, a hole you can see, a tree limb on the roof, or shingles torn off before more rain. If it could get worse in the next storm, treat it as urgent.
Should I get on the roof to put a tarp up?
No. Wet, storm-damaged roofs are slippery and may be weak. Many injuries happen this way. Let a roofer do it.
Is a temporary fix enough?
No. A tarp or patch only buys time. The roof still needs a real repair once the weather clears.
Will insurance pay for emergency roof repair?
It depends on your policy and what caused the damage. Take photos and call your insurance company. No roofer can promise a claim will be approved.
What should I tell the roofer when I call?
Your ZIP, what happened, where water is coming in, and if a tree is on the roof. Photos help a lot.
How fast can someone come out?
It depends on the weather and how many homes were hit. Call and ask about timing for your address.
After the emergency
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