Every tarp job covers the essentials: inspection, tarp, fasteners, sealant, and documentation. The permanent repair is a separate step, and we quote it when you are ready. Here is what you get when we roll up.
We walk the roof with a moisture meter and check the obvious breach plus the flashing, pipe boots, and valleys around it. Storm damage rarely stops where it looks like it stops, and finding the rest now saves a second call later.
We use commercial-grade tarps with cap nails or batten boards fastened into solid decking, not staples or rope. Edges get wrapped and weighted so wind cannot get under the material and peel it back.
Every seam and fastener gets a bead of roof sealant rated for Florida heat and UV. That is what keeps a tarp watertight through the next afternoon thunderstorm instead of leaking at the first hard rain.
We photograph the damage before we cover it and the finished tarp after. You get the file by email, which is exactly what your insurance adjuster wants to see when the claim is reviewed.
You get a short written summary of what we found and what the permanent repair will involve. No pressure to book it on the spot, but we will schedule it whenever you are ready.
Emergency Roof Tarping in Florida means covering the damaged section of your roof with a heavy-duty tarp that is mechanically fastened to the deck, not just draped over the shingles. We inspect the breach first, pull back loose material, then run the tarp over the ridge and down past the eaves so water sheds the way it should. Fasteners go into solid decking, and seams get sealed with roof sealant. A typical job takes two to four hours on a single-family home.
Florida roofs take a beating that roofs in other states never see. Hurricane season runs June through November, and the afternoon thunderstorms that roll through the rest of the year drop two inches of rain in under an hour. One missing shingle becomes a soaked attic, ruined insulation, and stained ceilings within a single storm. If you need roof tarp installation near me in Florida after a blow, calling early is what keeps a $400 tarp job from turning into a $12,000 deck replacement.
Five steps, from your first call to a dry roof. We tell you what is happening at each stage so there are no surprises.
Schedule
Call or book online — a real human picks up and confirms a 2-hour arrival window.
Diagnose
Licensed tech inspects on-site, then walks you through the cause and your options.
Fix
The job is completed to code and done right the first time — no shortcuts, no surprises.
Guarantee
Every job backed by a written workmanship warranty — and we stand behind it.
Moisture Meter
Reads water content in decking, insulation, and drywall so we know exactly how far the leak has spread before we cover anything.
Infrared Thermal Camera
Shows temperature differences that reveal hidden wet zones behind ceilings and inside wall cavities, which is how we find leaks that do not show on the surface.
Roof Inspection Drone
Lets us survey steep or fragile roofs safely after a storm, so we can size the tarp and plan the install before anyone goes up.
Pitch Hoist
Lifts tarp rolls and materials onto steep roofs without dragging them across shingles, which protects both the roof and the crew.
Ladder and Harness Rigging
OSHA-compliant fall protection on every steep pitch. No one goes on a roof without it, regardless of how quick the job looks.
Roofing Nail Gun and Caulking Gun
Fastens battens and cap nails into solid decking and lays a clean bead of sealant along every seam and penetration.
Ridge-to-Eave Tarp Layout
We run the tarp over the ridge and down past the eaves so water sheds the way the roof was designed to. Tarps that stop short of the eave pond water at the bottom edge and leak anyway.
Mechanical Fastening to Decking
Cap nails and batten boards go into solid decking, not just the shingle surface. That is what keeps the tarp attached when 40 mph gusts hit it, which is common in Florida after a storm.
Florida Building Code Wind Uplift Compliance
We follow the wind-uplift requirements in the Florida Building Code, which matter most in coastal counties. The tarp is secured to the same standard we would use on a permanent roof.
Manufacturer-System Transition Planning
We plan the tarp so it can transition cleanly into a GAF, Owens Corning, or CertainTeed repair, or a Carlisle SynTec or Firestone TPO membrane repair on flat roofs. One crew from emergency cover to final fix.
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What we do: We stage crews before landfall and roll as soon as winds drop below 40 mph. We tarp the open section, seal it, and document the damage for your claim while the storm is still fresh.
→ Your home stays dry through the cleanup, and your insurance file has photos from the day of the storm.
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What we do: We remove what we can safely reach, tarp the opening, and check the attic for water spread. If the limb is too large to move, we tarp around it and coordinate removal.
→ The room below stays dry, and you have a clear plan for the structural repair.
03
What we do: We use a moisture meter and infrared thermal camera to trace the water back to the breach, then tarp the actual source instead of guessing at the stain.
→ The leak stops at the roof, and you avoid paying for a repair in the wrong place.
04
What we do: We tarp the area the same day, document the condition, and quote the permanent repair so the transaction can move forward without a stalled closing.
→ The deal stays on track, and the buyer sees a documented plan instead of an open question.
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What we do: We tarp the wet zone, check the drains, and coordinate with your team so the work does not interrupt business hours. Documentation goes straight to your risk manager.
→ Inventory stays dry, and the roof is stabilized until the full membrane repair is scheduled.
Florida is not one climate, and tarping here is not one job. Coastal counties from Cedar Key to Cocoa face salt air, wind-driven rain, and the strictest wind-uplift rules in the state. Inland areas like Alachua and Archer deal with afternoon thunderstorms that drop two inches in an hour and tree limbs that come down on older roofs. Building stock varies too: 1920s bungalows with original decking, 1980s subdivisions with aging shingle roofs, and new construction with tile and standing-seam metal. We carry tarps, fasteners, and sealant sized for all of them. When you need a temporary roof repair in Florida during hurricane season, we stage crews ahead of landfall so we can roll the moment winds drop below 40 mph. That is how we get to active leaks the same day instead of the same week.
Historic District, Cocoa
Older homes with original plank decking need cap nails placed carefully so the decking is not split. We adjust fastener spacing on these roofs.
Brandon
Subdivisions built in the 1980s and 1990s have shingle roofs at the end of their service life. Storm damage here often reveals wear that was already there.
Cedar Key
Coastal wind exposure is severe. Tarps here need extra battens and heavier fastening to survive the gusts that come off the Gulf.
Bartow
Inland Polk County gets intense afternoon storms and lightning. We watch the radar and time installs between cells to keep crews safe.
Hurricane season from June through November
Demand spikes and crews book out fast. Calling early in a storm cycle is what gets you on the schedule before the backlog builds.
Year-round afternoon thunderstorms
Even outside hurricane season, a single storm can open a roof. We run same-day service all year, not just during named storms.
High UV and heat
UV breaks down tarp material faster here than in cooler states. We use commercial-grade tarps and recommend permanent repairs within 60 days.
Coastal wind-uplift code requirements
Coastal counties enforce stricter fastening standards. We follow the Florida Building Code on every tarp so it holds when the next system arrives.
Most calls we get are one of these five situations. Each one gets worse by the hour, and each one is fixable with a tarp and a fast turnaround.
Problem
Ceiling drywall sags, insulation soaks, and mold can start within 24 to 48 hours in Florida humidity. The longer it runs, the more of the interior has to be replaced.
Our Fix
We tarp the breach the same day, stop the water, and check the attic with a moisture meter to see how far the wet zone reaches. You get a dry roof and a clear picture of what the interior needs.
Problem
Bare decking swells and delaminates fast. Once the sheathing is compromised, the repair goes from a shingle job to a deck replacement, which costs several times more.
Our Fix
We cover the exposed deck with a fastened tarp and seal the edges. That keeps the sheathing dry until we can replace the missing courses and re-nail the field.
Problem
Tile and metal roofs hide their damage. Water slips under the surface and soaks the underlayment, which then fails across a much wider area than the visible crack.
Our Fix
We tarp the damaged section, then inspect the underlayment beneath it. When we return for the permanent repair, we reset or replace the tile or panel and confirm the layer below is sound.
Problem
These leaks are slow and sneaky. They stain a ceiling over weeks, rot the framing around the penetration, and often go unnoticed until the damage is well advanced.
Our Fix
We tarp the area, then reseal or replace the flashing and pipe boots during the permanent repair. That closes the leak at the source instead of just covering it.
Problem
Standing water finds every seam and drain issue. A flat roof that ponds after a storm will leak somewhere new within days, even if it looked fine before.
Our Fix
We tarp the wet zone, check the drains and seams, and repair the TPO membrane or modified bitumen so the roof sheds water the way it was designed to.
A tarp is not a permanent roof. It is the barrier that buys you time, stops interior damage, and keeps your insurance claim clean while you line up the real repair.
Stops Water in Hours
Water travels fast through an open roof. We cover the breach the same day you call, which halts ceiling stains, soggy insulation, and the mold that starts growing within 24 to 48 hours in Florida humidity. Most jobs are watertight before we pull out of your driveway.
Protects Your Insurance Claim
Insurers expect you to mitigate further damage after a storm. A documented emergency roof tarp service in Florida shows you acted to protect the property, which supports your claim instead of giving the adjuster a reason to question it. We photograph everything before and after.
Buys Time for the Real Fix
Roofing crews are booked solid for weeks after a hurricane. A properly fastened tarp holds for 30 to 90 days, so you can schedule the permanent repair without living under a leak. We mark the tarp date so you know when to check it.
Costs a Fraction of Replacement
A single-section tarp runs a few hundred dollars. Replacing soaked drywall, insulation, and flooring after a week of leaks runs into the thousands. Tarping is the cheapest insurance you can buy mid-storm, and it keeps your family dry while you wait.
Google ★★★★★4.9
Called at midnight after a storm opened our roof. Crew arrived by 2 a.m., tarped the whole back plane, and emailed photos for our claim. No leaks since. Fair price and they did exactly what they said.
BBB ★★★★★4.8
We had a tile roof leak that two other companies could not find. Their technician used a thermal camera and traced it in 20 minutes. Tarped the area, came back the next week to fix it. Professional from start to finish.
Yelp ★★★★★4.9
Managed a flat roof leak over our warehouse. They tarped it the same day and repaired the membrane the following week. Clear pricing, no surprises, and they coordinated around our business hours.
We deliver roof tarp installation Florida homeowners and businesses can count on, from the coast to the inland counties. Our crews stage across the state so we can reach active leaks fast, whether you are in a small town or a larger metro. Here are a few of the communities we serve.
Inland Alachua gets intense afternoon storms and tree damage on older roofs. We tarp breaches the same day and document everything for your insurance claim.
Archer homes often sit on larger lots with mature trees. When a limb comes down on a roof, we tarp the opening, check the attic, and quote the permanent repair.
Bartow sees heavy summer storms and flat-roof ponding on commercial buildings. We tarp wet zones, clear drains, and stabilize the roof until the full repair.
Brandon subdivisions built in the 1980s and 1990s have aging shingle roofs that fail fast in storms. We tarp the damage and replace the missing courses the following week.
Cedar Key faces severe coastal wind exposure off the Gulf. Tarps here get extra battens and heavier fastening so they hold through the next system.
Cocoa's mix of historic homes and coastal exposure means tile and shingle roofs take a beating. We tarp the breach, then reset or replace the damaged material.
Real experiences from customers who chose our Emergency Roof Tarping services.
“A limb came through our back roof during a July storm and water was pouring into the hallway. I called at 9 p.m. and a crew was on the roof by midnight. They tarped the whole back plane, sealed it, and emailed me photos for the insurance claim. Two days later we had zero new leaks.”
Marcus D.
Homeowner, Brandon
“After the last hurricane our tile roof had three cracked tiles and a leak over the guest room. They tarped it the same afternoon, then came back the following week to reset the tiles. The price they quoted was the price I paid. No surprises, no upsell.”
Elena R.
Homeowner, Cocoa
“I manage six rental homes and storm season is a nightmare. This crew tarped two of my properties in one day, documented everything, and sent me the files before dinner. I have used them three seasons running and they have never missed an arrival window.”
Dwayne P.
Property Manager, Bartow
Real answers to the questions we hear most often from local homeowners and property managers.
Once the tarp is on and the storm has passed, we trace the leak to its source and fix it permanently. Most emergency tarp jobs convert to a same-week repair on flashing, shingles, or underlayment.
View Emergency Roof Leak RepairStorm winds pry flashing loose at chimneys, walls, and valleys. We reseal and re-secure flashing after tarping so the repaired section does not leak again at the next hard rain.
View Roof Flashing RepairPipe boots crack with age and UV, and they are a common leak point under a tarp. We replace failed boots with new ones during the permanent repair so the covered area is fully sealed.
View Roof Pipe Boot RepairFlorida tile roofs shed water well until a storm cracks or shifts tiles. We tarp the breach, then reset or replace tiles and check the underlayment beneath them for hidden damage.
View Tile Roof Leak RepairMissing and lifted shingles are the most common reason we get called after a storm. We tarp the open deck, then replace the damaged courses and re-nail the field so the roof sheds water again.
View Shingle Roof Leak RepairMetal panels can pull loose at fasteners and seams in high wind. We secure the panel, tarp the opening, then re-fasten and reseal the seams with the right sealant for the panel type.
View Metal Roof Leak RepairCall us any hour, any day. Active leaks get priority dispatch, and most metro calls in Florida see a truck within two to four hours. If you prefer, send photos of the leak and we will call you back with a straight answer on what it takes to fix it.
Phone
+18506353106Address
954 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32804
Hours
Mon–Fri: 7AM – 7PM
Sat: 8AM – 4PM
Sun: Emergency Only
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