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Services
Storm and Roof Leak Water Damage Cleanup in Murrieta, CA
When wind lifts a few shingles or tiles, the next rain goes straight into the attic, through the insulation and onto the ceiling below. Murrieta Flood Damage covers the opening, removes the water from the attic and living space, dries the structure and restores what was damaged, for homes and businesses across Murrieta’s 92562 and 92563 ZIP codes, following the IICRC S500 standard.
How can we help?
We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Licensed, IICRC-certified technicians
- Emergency tarping and board-up
- Attic, ceiling and wall drying
- Photos and moisture readings for your insurance claim
Storm damage
Storm Damage We Clean Up
Safety tip
Stay off a wet or damaged roof. Covering it is part of the job, and the crew has the equipment to do it safely.
Wind-lifted shingles and tiles
Strong wind loosens or breaks roofing, and rain runs through the gap onto the roof deck and into the attic.
Damaged flashing and roof vents
Flashing around chimneys, skylights and vents can bend or pull loose, letting water in along the edges.
Water in the attic
Rain soaks the insulation, drips onto the ceiling drywall and can reach the AC air handler and ducts in the attic.
Rain through windows and doors
Wind-driven rain is pushed in around window frames, under doors and at wall penetrations, then runs down inside the wall.
Fallen branches and debris
A limb through the roof or a window leaves an opening that needs to be covered before the next rain.
Right now
What to Do Right Now
01
Catch the drips
Put buckets under active leaks and towels on the floor.
02
Move what you can
Get furniture, electronics and rugs out of the wet area.
03
Turn off wet fixtures
If water is coming through a ceiling light or fan, switch off that circuit at the breaker.
04
Take photos
Photograph the ceiling, walls and anything damaged before cleanup starts. Your insurance company will ask for them.
Our process
How We Handle Storm Water Damage
01
Emergency protection (on arrival)
Openings in the roof, windows or walls are tarped or boarded up to stop more water getting in.
02
Water removal (same visit)
Moisture meters and thermal imaging show how far the water spread. Standing water is extracted from floors and carpet, and wet insulation and sagging drywall are removed from the attic and ceilings.
03
Structural drying (3 to 5 days)
Air movers and dehumidifiers dry the attic, ceilings, walls and floors, with moisture readings taken every day until each material reaches its drying goal.
04
Rebuild (after drying)
Insulation, drywall, paint and flooring are replaced. The permanent roof repair is done by a licensed roofer.
Attic
Attic Water and Wet Insulation
Why wet insulation comes out
Soaked insulation packs down, holds water against the ceiling drywall and loses much of its insulating value. Insulation that is only damp at the edges can sometimes dry in place. Insulation that is soaked is removed and replaced.
What else is checked
The roof deck, rafters and ceiling joists are checked with moisture meters, along with the AC air handler, ducts and any wiring in the wet area. Wood that stays wet can grow mold, so the attic is dried along with the rooms below, and an antimicrobial is applied to framing where needed.
Rain water vs. flood water
Rain coming through the roof usually starts as clean water (Category 1). Water that flows in from outside at ground level can carry soil, bacteria and sewage. It is treated as black water (Category 3), and wet carpet, pad and drywall it touched are removed.
Scope
What Storm Damage Cleanup Includes
- Emergency roof tarping and board-up
- Water extraction from floors and carpet
- Tear-out of wet insulation and damaged drywall
- Attic, ceiling and wall drying
- Debris removed from inside the home
- Contents moved or packed out of wet rooms
- Daily moisture readings and drying logs
- Photos and line-item documentation for your insurance claim
- Drywall, insulation, paint and flooring replaced
Murrieta
Storm Damage in Murrieta
Santa Ana winds blow mostly in fall and winter, and they can loosen roofing without causing a leak right away. The damage often shows up with the first real rain. Most of Murrieta’s rain falls between late October and April, and February is usually the wettest month.
Many Murrieta homes have the AC air handler and ducts in the attic, so a roof leak can damage the cooling system as well as the ceiling. We work only in Murrieta’s 92562 and 92563 ZIP codes, from Los Alamos Hills and La Cresta to Alta Murrieta and Murrieta Hot Springs. Crews are based in Murrieta, not dispatched from elsewhere in Riverside County.
Storm and roof leaks are handled through our Murrieta water damage restoration process, from drying to repairs.
Good to know
Storm Damage Insurance and Cost
Insurance
Most homeowners policies cover rain damage inside the home only when wind, hail or a falling tree first damaged the roof or walls and let the water in. Leaks from an old or worn roof usually aren’t covered.
Water that floods in from outside at ground level needs separate flood insurance, such as an NFIP policy. Policies also expect you to prevent further damage, which is what tarping and drying do.
Cost
Cost depends on how much of the attic and house got wet, how much insulation and drywall has to be replaced, and how many days drying takes. You get a written scope before work begins, and the loss is documented with photos and moisture readings for your adjuster.
Questions answered
Storm Damage FAQs
The questions we hear most about storm and roof leak damage.
Do you repair the roof?
No. We cover the opening to stop more water getting in and restore the inside of the home. The permanent repair is done by a licensed roofer.
Is storm damage covered by insurance?
Usually, when wind, hail or a fallen tree opened the roof or walls. Leaks from a worn roof and flooding from outside usually aren’t covered by a homeowners policy. Check your policy or ask your agent.
How long before a roof leak causes damage?
Water starts soaking insulation and drywall right away, and mold can start growing within 24 to 48 hours. A small leak left for weeks can rot the roof deck and framing.
Can you cover the roof tonight?
Yes. Emergency tarping is done on the first visit, day or night, so the next rain doesn’t add to the damage.
How soon should cleanup start after a storm?
As soon as the water is found. The longer insulation and drywall stay wet, the more has to be replaced.
Why is my ceiling stained when the roof looks fine?
Water can travel along rafters and the roof deck before it drips, so the stain may be several feet from the opening. Damaged flashing or a cracked tile is often hard to see from the ground.
Roof Leak After a Storm in Your Murrieta Home?
The sooner the opening is covered and the attic is dried, the less has to be replaced. Call (951) 364-1418 any time, day or night.