Emergency Roof Repair in Washington County, PA

A tree limb through the roof, shingles torn off in a storm, water running down a wall: some roof problems cannot wait for a normal appointment. Rail Roofing Group handles emergency roof repairs for homes and businesses across Washington County.

If water is coming in or the roof is damaged enough to be a safety risk, call (412) 245-0908 and tell us it is an emergency. It goes to a person on our team instead of the regular schedule.

What counts as a roofing emergency

• Water actively coming into the house or building
• A tree or large limb on the roof
• Sections of shingles or roofing torn off by wind
• A sagging or collapsed area of the roof
• Storm damage that leaves the attic or interior open to the weather

What to do before we arrive

Your safety comes first. Stay off the roof, and keep people out of any room where the ceiling is sagging or wet. If water is near light fixtures, outlets or anything electrical, stay away from it and shut off power to that area at the panel if you can do so safely.

• Move furniture, electronics and valuables away from the water
• Catch drips with buckets and lay down towels
• Take photos of the damage inside and out for your insurance claim
• Call your insurance company to open a claim if a storm or tree caused the damage

Stopping the damage, then fixing it right

An emergency visit has two goals. The first is to stop more water from getting in. The second is to work out what the permanent repair needs to be. Once the roof is secure, you get a written estimate for the full repair, and for storm damage we document what we find so you have it for your insurance claim.

How it works

1. 1
   Call and say it is an emergency. At (412) 245-0908, so a person on the team takes it right away.
2. 2
   Stay safe. Stay off the roof and away from wet ceilings and anything electrical.
3. 3
   Secure the roof. The first priority on site is stopping more water from getting in.
4. 4
   Document the damage. Photos and notes you can use for an insurance claim.
5. 5
   Permanent repair. A written estimate for the full repair, then the work.

Emergency Roof Repair: common questions

Who do I call if my roof is leaking right now?

Call (412) 245-0908 and tell us water is coming in. An emergency goes to a person on our team, not the regular schedule.

A tree fell on my roof. What should I do first?

Get everyone out of the affected rooms, stay off the roof and away from any downed lines, and call us. Take photos for your insurance company if you can do it safely.

Will insurance cover emergency roof repairs?

Damage from a sudden event like a storm or a falling tree is often covered by homeowner's insurance. We document the damage for your claim; your policy and adjuster decide what is covered.

Should I try to cover the roof myself?

We do not recommend climbing onto a damaged or wet roof. Move belongings away from the water inside and leave the roof to us.

Do you handle emergencies for commercial buildings?

Yes. Call and tell us it is a commercial property so the right person on the team takes it.

Related services

Emergency Roof Repair near you

We serve all of Washington County, PA from our office in Venetia.