Baker Roofing Storm Center
Before the storm and after, here is what to do.
A major storm puts your roof, your building, and your business at risk. This is the calm, practical guidance our teams have relied on for more than 110 years, so you know exactly what to check, who to call, and what comes next.
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What should a building owner do to check for roof damage after a major storm?
After a major storm, a building owner should make safety the first priority, document any visible damage from the ground, and schedule a professional roof inspection as soon as it is safe. Straight-line winds, driving rain, and sustained high winds all raise the chance of roof system damage that is not obvious from below.
Small problems from a storm, a lifted seam, a displaced flashing, a pooling area, tend to turn into leaks that disrupt your operations if they go unfound. A prompt, thorough inspection protects both the roof and the business underneath it. Here is how to work through it, step by step.
Safety is always your top priority
If it is not safe to access your roof, do not go up. Wet membranes, hidden structural damage, and downed power lines are real hazards after a storm. When in doubt, stay on the ground and call a trained professional to assess it for you.
Your storm resource library
Four practical guides for the moments that matter most, from the first inspection to choosing a contractor you can trust with one of your largest investments.
START HERE
What to inspect on a flat roof after a storm
A walk-through of the five roof components most likely to show storm damage on a commercial low-slope roof, and what each warning sign means. Remember: if it is not safe to access the roof, call a professional instead.
CHOOSING HELP
What to look for when hiring a contractor
Major storms can damage the whole building exterior, and they also bring out storm-chasing crews. Here are the honest criteria that separate a lasting repair from a quick patch, so you can hire with confidence.
WHAT COMES NEXT
What to expect from a repair crew
Wondering what it looks like when our team arrives to find and fix a leak in your building? Walk through our leak investigation and repair process so there are no surprises when the crew shows up.
When you call us
What working with our storm team actually looks like
We self-perform our work with our own crews, so the people who assess your roof are the people who stand behind the repair. Here is the path from your first call to a roof that is protected again.
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You reach out
Call your nearest Baker location or request a Storm Impact Report. We respond with calm, clear next steps.
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we assess
A trained crew inspects the roof safely, finds the source of any leak, and documents conditions with before photos.
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we plan the fix
You get honest findings and a clear plan, whether that means a targeted repair, restoration, or a longer-term approach.
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we do the work
Our own crews complete the repair to consistent standards and confirm quality with after photos, so nothing is left to chance.
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we stand behind it
Our crews complete the work, confirm quality with after photos, and follow through. Good work, always.
