When your Central Florida roof is damaged, you might not be able to get it fixed right away. In situations like these, emergency roof tarp is used to provide temporary protection. But when should tarps be used, and how long should they stay on? In this article, the A.O. Roofing team will take a look at just that so you’re prepared if your roof is damaged.
When Should You Use an Emergency Roof Tarp?
Emergency roof tarping is exactly what it sounds like: a waterproof tarp placed over your roof to provide temporary protection. If you’ve ever seen a blue tarp up on someone’s roof, you’ve seen emergency roof tarping in action.
There are many cases where a roof tarp should be used, such as delays due to scheduling or insurance. Perhaps the most common here in Central Florida is after a hurricane or other major storm. With so many damaged roofs, your local roofers are going to be very busy, and a tarp keeps you protected in the meantime.
Even though it may seem simple to set up the tarp yourself, it’s not a good idea. Instead, trust a qualified roofer like A.O. Roofing to set it up for you. That way you’ll know it’s placed correctly and can protect your roof and home adequately until we can take care of the roof repair or replacement for you.
As a final note, tarps are not a long-term solution. Most are designed to last no more than 90 days, and leaving it up longer than this can lead to further damage for your roof.
Need Emergency Repairs? Trust the Pros at A.O. Roofing
If your roof is damaged, whether from a storm or anything else, call the pros at A.O. Roofing right away. We’ll provide a free estimate as soon as possible so we can get your home protected. And if a tarp is required until we can get to you, you can trust us to install it correctly and give you peace of mind.
You can also check out some of our roofing projects in our blog to see some examples of the quality work we do here in and around Polk County. You can also stay up to date with us on social media! We’re on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
