Emergency Roof Repair When You Can't Wait

Emergency Roof Repair in Portland & Southern Maine

Active leak, storm damage, or a tree on your roof? Get a fast, professional response backed by 20+ years of experience protecting Southern Maine homes.

When Your Roof Can't Wait for a Scheduled Appointment

Some roof damage can be scheduled around your calendar. Some can't. Storm damage, a fallen tree limb, a hole letting rain straight into your attic, or a leak that's actively soaking your ceiling right now all fall into the second category. 1Call Roofing provides emergency roof repair and tarping for homes and businesses across Portland, South Portland, Scarborough, Westbrook, Saco, Biddeford, Old Orchard Beach, Gorham, and Falmouth, with the same 20+ years of experience behind every emergency call as every scheduled one.

What Counts as a Roofing Emergency?

Not every roof problem needs an emergency response, and knowing the difference helps you get the right help faster. These situations qualify:

- Active water coming into your home through the roof right now

- Storm, wind, or hail damage that's left your roof exposed

- A fallen tree or large branch on your roof

- A large missing section of roofing material

- Visible structural damage, like sagging or a hole in the decking

If you're dealing with a slower leak, aging shingles, or damage that isn't actively letting water in, our standard roof repair or roof leak repair services will get you taken care of without emergency pricing.

Our Emergency Response Hours

We're available for emergency roofing calls from 6 AM to 8 PM, seven days a week, including weekends, so you're not stuck waiting until Monday when a storm hits over the weekend. What we don't do is climb onto a roof after dark. Roof work requires daylight to be done safely, both for our crew and for the quality of the work itself. If your emergency happens overnight, our first priority is helping you contain the interior damage until we can safely respond as early as 6 AM.

What to Do Right Now If Your Roof Is Damaged

1. Get everyone safely away from the damaged area, especially if there's a fallen tree, structural sagging, or debris involved.

2. Contain the interior damage. A bucket under an active leak or a tarp over furniture can limit damage while you wait for help. Do not go onto the roof yourself.

3. Take photos of the damage from a safe vantage point, both outside and any interior damage. This matters for your insurance claim later.

4. Call us. We'll assess the situation over the phone and get to you as quickly as we safely can between 6 AM and 8 PM.

5. We stabilize the damage. In most emergency situations, that means a professional tarp to stop water intrusion until a permanent repair can be scheduled.

6. We schedule the permanent fix. A tarp is a temporary measure, not the solution. We'll assess whether the real fix is a repair or a full replacement and get it scheduled.

Emergency Tarping: What It Costs and Why

Emergency tarping typically runs $300 to $1,500 depending on the size of the damaged area, how difficult the roof is to access, and the extent of the damage. Emergency and after-hours calls generally cost more than standard scheduled repairs, which reflects the immediate response, safety equipment, and crew time required to stabilize a roof outside of normal working conditions, not the cost of the tarp material itself. A properly installed emergency tarp is built to hold for several weeks while a permanent repair is scheduled, not just thrown over the damage and hoped for the best.

Don't Try to Tarp Your Own Roof

We understand the instinct to get up there and cover the damage yourself, especially in the middle of a storm. Don't. A wet, windy, or storm-damaged roof is one of the most dangerous places you can be, and an improperly secured tarp can tear loose and cause more damage than it prevented in the first place. If you need to do something while you wait for us, focus on containing the damage inside your home instead.

Emergency Roof Repair and Insurance

Storm and wind damage claims are some of the most common homeowners insurance claims in Maine, and insurance companies generally expect you to take reasonable steps, like emergency tarping, to prevent further damage while your claim is processed. 1Call Roofing documents the damage thoroughly, photographs everything before and after, and works directly with your insurance adjuster so your claim reflects what actually happened to your roof.

Why Southern Maine Homeowners Call 1Call Roofing in an Emergency

When something happens to your roof, you need a team that answers the phone, tells you honestly what's actually needed, and shows up prepared to stabilize the damage the right way, not just the fastest way. With 20+ years protecting homes across Portland, South Portland, Scarborough, Saco, Biddeford, Westbrook, and Greater Southern Maine, we know how to assess storm damage quickly and safely, and we won't cut corners just because the situation is urgent.

Your Emergency Roofing Questions, Answered

What counts as an emergency roof repair?

An emergency typically means active water intrusion, storm damage, a fallen tree or branch on the roof, a large missing section, or visible structural damage. If water is actively getting into your home right now, that's an emergency.

Do you offer 24/7 emergency roof repair?

We're available for emergency roofing calls from 6 AM to 8 PM, seven days a week, including weekends. We don't work on roofs after dark, since roof work requires daylight to be done safely. If your emergency happens overnight, focus on containing interior damage and call us first thing.

How much does emergency roof tarping cost?

Emergency tarping typically costs $300 to $1,500 depending on roof size, damage extent, and accessibility. Emergency and after-hours calls often run higher than standard scheduled repairs because of the immediate response required.

Will my homeowners insurance cover emergency roof repair?

Often, yes, if the damage was caused by a covered event like a storm, wind, or a fallen tree. Insurance companies generally expect homeowners to take reasonable steps, like emergency tarping, to prevent further damage. We document everything for your claim and work with your adjuster.

Should I try to tarp my own roof after storm damage?

No. Climbing onto a wet, windy, or storm-damaged roof is dangerous, and an improperly secured tarp can fail and cause more damage than it prevents. It's safer to contain interior damage with a bucket or tarp indoors and call a professional for the roof itself.

What happens after the emergency tarp is installed?

A properly installed tarp is a temporary measure meant to protect your home while permanent repairs are scheduled, typically within about 30 days. We'll assess whether the permanent fix is a repair or a full replacement and walk you through next steps.

Roof Damage Happening Right Now?

Call us for a fast, professional response backed by 20+ years of experience. We're available 6 AM to 8 PM, seven days a week, and we'll stabilize the damage and walk you through what comes next.