A roof tarp is the first step after storm damage, a fallen tree, or a sudden leak. It stops water from reaching the decking, insulation and ceilings while the repair or insurance claim moves forward. Sunny Roofing tarps roofs across Orlando and Central Florida the same day, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
When a roof needs a tarp
- Shingles, tiles or metal panels blown off in wind.
- A tree limb or debris through the roof.
- An active leak you can see from inside.
- Hail or wind damage found during a post-storm inspection, before repairs are scheduled.
- A roof opened up mid-repair when weather moves in.
What Sunny Roofing’s tarping service includes
- Same-day dispatch in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake and Volusia counties.
- Heavy-duty reinforced tarp secured with wood strapping, not just nails through the tarp.
- Photos of the damage before and after tarping for your insurance file.
- A free inspection and written repair estimate at the same visit or the next business day.
- Removal of the tarp when the permanent repair is done.
How much does roof tarping cost?
Pricing varies with roof size, pitch, the area that needs covering and how hard the roof is to access. Sunny Roofing quotes the price before the crew climbs the ladder, and most homeowner policies reimburse reasonable emergency mitigation. Keep the invoice and photos; they go straight into the claim.
Does insurance cover roof tarping?
Most Florida homeowner policies require you to protect the property from further damage after a covered loss and cover the reasonable cost of doing so. Tarping is the standard example. Sunny Roofing documents the damage and the tarp so the carrier sees both. See roof insurance claim assistance for the rest of the process.
How long does a roof tarp last?
A properly strapped tarp holds for weeks, sometimes a few months, but Florida sun and wind break down the material. A tarp is a bridge to the repair, not a repair. If a claim drags on, Sunny Roofing can re-secure or replace the tarp.
What happens after the tarp
- Free inspection with a photo report and remaining-life estimate.
- Written estimate for repair or replacement.
- Help filing the claim and meeting the adjuster if you want it.
- Permanent repair scheduled once the claim is approved or you give the go-ahead.
Should I tarp the roof myself?
Only if it is safe and the roof is low and dry. Most storm-damaged roofs are neither. Falls are the leading cause of injury after Florida storms, and a loose tarp does more harm than none when the next band of wind arrives. Calling for a professional tarp costs less than a trip to the emergency room.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can Sunny Roofing tarp my roof?
Same day in most of Central Florida, including nights and weekends. Call (561) 650-1355.
Do you tarp commercial and flat roofs?
Yes. Flat and low-slope roofs are covered with membrane patches or tarps depending on the damage. See commercial roof repair.
Can you tarp a tile roof?
Yes. Tile roofs are tarped with care to avoid breaking more tile; the crew uses padding and strapping instead of walking on the field tile.
Will you remove the tarp later?
Yes, when the permanent repair is completed, at no extra charge if Sunny Roofing does the repair.
Is tarping part of emergency roofing?
Yes. Tarping is the first step in Sunny Roofing’s 24/7 emergency roofing service, which also covers leak mitigation and storm damage evaluations.