Hail, wind, fallen branches. IL storms do real damage to roofs. Gerlaw Roofing & Maintenance responds within 24 hours. We tarp exposed areas to prevent further water intrusion, then document the damage for your insurance claim with photos, measurements, and a detailed inspection report.
Our Storm Damage Repair Process
Free Storm Inspection
We inspect every slope, flashing point, and penetration for storm damage. Hail hit counts per test square, wind lift patterns, and granule displacement, all documented with photos and measurements your adjuster will accept.
Claim Documentation
Our office prepares the claim package: photo evidence, damage scope, material specifications, and repair estimate in Xactimate format. We file with your carrier and track the claim through to adjuster assignment.
Meet the Adjuster
Your adjuster gets a guided tour of the damage by our inspector. We speak the same language: hail hit classification, wind speed thresholds, manufacturer warranties voided by damage. This meeting is where claims get approved.
Quality Restoration
Once approved, our Gerlaw crew handles the repair or replacement at the insurance-agreed price. You pay your deductible. We do the work, file the completion paperwork, and you're done.
What Gerlaw Customers Say
"From the first phone call to the final walkthrough, everything was seamless. The team was courteous and efficient. Already recommended them to two friends."
"Best experience we've ever had with a home service company. On time, on budget, and the results exceeded what we expected. Truly top-notch."
"We called expecting to wait days, but they were here the same afternoon. Fair pricing, quality work, and they kept us informed every step of the way."
Why Choose Gerlaw Roofing & Maintenance for Storm Damage Repair?
Xactimate Documentation
Our estimates use Xactimate, the same software your insurance company uses. This means faster processing and fewer disputes over line items.
Insurance Claims Handled
We manage the entire process: inspection, documentation, filing, adjuster meeting, supplements, and repair. You deal with us, not the insurance bureaucracy.
24-Hour Emergency Response
Storm damage can't wait. Our Gerlaw crew tarps exposed areas within 24 hours to prevent secondary water damage while the claim is processed.
No Upfront Payment on Claims
We don't ask for money upfront on insurance jobs. You pay your deductible after the work is complete. Your insurance carrier pays the balance directly.
About Our Gerlaw Storm Damage Repair Services
We work with every major insurance carrier in IL: State Farm, Allstate, USAA, Liberty Mutual, Farmers, Nationwide, and more. Our supplement team knows Xactimate line items and fights for full replacement when your roof qualifies. If the initial estimate seems low, we document additional damage and resubmit.
Timing matters on storm claims. Most IL insurance policies give you 12 months from the date of damage to file a claim. Once filed, you typically have another 12-18 months to complete repairs. Don't wait. Call (877) 349-1553 for a free inspection and we'll tell you if you have a claimable issue.