After a storm, a commercial roof leak can affect tenants, inventory and daily operations. The first priorities are safety, appropriate temporary protection and a clear record of what happened. Salomon Roofing & Waterproofing helps Florida property teams assess roof damage and plan repairs; the insurer determines coverage and any claim payment under the policy.

Start with safety and insurer notification

Follow local officials’ instructions before returning to or entering damaged property. Do not send untrained staff onto a damaged roof. Qualified professionals should determine safe access and assess the roof. Miami-Dade’s after-hurricane guidance provides local recovery information.

Notify your insurer or insurance professional promptly and ask what information is needed. Check the policy’s reporting requirements and keep a record of conversations and instructions. The Florida Department of Financial Services storm resources can help with general insurance questions.

Document damage and reasonable temporary protection

When safe, record visible damage with dated photographs and notes. Keep repair estimates, invoices, temporary-protection receipts and prior maintenance records together. Professional documentation should explain observed roof conditions and the proposed repair scope without promising that a particular finding will result in claim approval.

  • Record the storm date and when the leak or damage was reported.
  • Photograph affected roof and interior areas when safe.
  • Keep a log of temporary work and related expenses.
  • Retain communications, estimates and invoices.
  • Coordinate permanent repairs with the insurer’s instructions and required permits.

Choose an assessment appropriate to the roof

A roof assessment may include visual inspection of the membrane or covering, flashing, penetrations, perimeter details and drainage. Additional testing may be useful for some assemblies, but no single test is required for every property. A licensed engineer or other qualified specialist should handle structural concerns outside the roofing contractor’s scope.

Compare repair and replacement options

Ask for a written proposal describing the damage, materials, access plan, expected schedule and warranty terms. Targeted repairs, roof recovery, coatings or replacement may be appropriate depending on the roof’s condition and applicable requirements. Separate the contractor’s scope and pricing from the insurer’s coverage decision.

Commercial storm-damage roof repairs in South Florida

Salomon Roofing & Waterproofing provides roof repairs and leak detection, replacement, waterproofing and preventive maintenance for businesses, warehouses, condominiums, schools, hospitals and hotels. Our licensed, bonded and insured team brings 25+ years in business to Miami-Dade, Broward and Florida statewide.

Request a roofing assessment or free estimate, or call 305-883-1856 to discuss an active leak.