Hurricane Season Roof Prep: What Every Florida Homeowner Should Do Before June

The worst time to think about your roof is during a hurricane

Every year, Florida homeowners wait until a storm is named before they look up. By then, every roofer in the state is booked, tarps are sold out at Home Depot, and you're competing with thousands of other homeowners for emergency service.

The smart move is simple: handle it now, before hurricane season starts June 1st. An afternoon of prep can save you tens of thousands of dollars in damage — and weeks of headaches with your insurance company.

Your pre-hurricane roof checklist

Do these before any storms are in the forecast:

• Walk your property and look up — missing shingles, lifted flashing, or visible rust on metal panels are all vulnerable points in high wind.
• Clean your gutters and downspouts completely. Clogged drainage causes water to back up under the roof edge.
• Trim any tree branches hanging over or touching the roof. These become projectiles in a storm.
• Take dated photos of your entire roof from ground level — every side. Store them in the cloud. This is your "before" documentation if you need to file a claim.
• Check your attic for any existing water stains or daylight showing through. Fix these now, not after 100 mph winds exploit them.
• Review your homeowner's insurance — know your deductible, know what's covered, and know how to file a claim.

After the storm

Don't get on your roof. Seriously. Wet roofs are dangerous, and storm-damaged structures can be unstable. Take photos from the ground and call a licensed contractor for an inspection.

Document everything — photos, videos, dates. Your insurance company will want to see a timeline. If you did the pre-storm photos we recommended above, you're already ahead of 90% of claimants.

Need a post-storm inspection? Call us at (321) 301-4512. We'll document the damage, give you an honest assessment, and help you navigate the next steps.