Storm Damage and Board Up in Canton, OH

4 Companies Doing Storm Work in Canton

Can You Handle It Yourself

DIY with care

Tarping a low slope roof from a ladder is possible for a confident person in calm weather. Steep roofs, wet roofs, and anything near power lines are not. Boarding a window from the inside is usually safe.

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Questions to Ask Before You Hire

1. Where is your company based, and how long have you worked here?
2. Will you photograph the damage before you tarp or board?
3. Is the tarp price separate from the repair estimate?
4. Do you need a deposit, and how much?
5. Can I see your contractor license number?

Guides for This Job

• DIY with careEmergency Roof Tarping After a StormHow to tarp a storm damaged roof safely, what to buy, how far the tarp must run, how to fasten it so wind cannot lift it, and when to leave the roof to a pro.
• DIY with careWater Damage Restoration Cost in 2025 and 2026Typical 2025 to 2026 water damage restoration costs by job size, water category and equipment, what drives the price up or down, and how insurance fits in.
• DIY with careEmergency Roof Tarping After a StormHow to tarp a storm damaged roof safely, what to buy, how far the tarp must run, how to fasten it so wind cannot lift it, and when to leave the roof to a pro.
• DIY with careFlash Flood and Mud CleanupHow to clean up after a flash flood or mudflow. Safe re-entry, power and gas, shoveling mud, what to toss, disinfecting and drying within 48 hours.

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