Emergency Roof Tarping & Temporary Dry-In

When storm openings leave your roof exposed, Horizon installs temporary protection as soon as it is safe to work — then helps you document damage and plan the permanent fix.

Call (239) 628-5213 — Emergency Dry-In Hurricane Preparedness Guide Request Inspection

Emergency response

Stop the water. Then plan the fix.

Open decks, missing tile fields, and wind-torn edges cannot wait for a full bid cycle. Temporary tarping / dry-in buys critical time — limiting further interior damage while you document the loss and coordinate with your insurer.

Rapid response across Cape Coral, Fort Myers & the Tampa–Naples corridor
Secure temporary tarping / dry-in when it is safe to work
Photo documentation to support your insurance claim process
Clear next steps: repair, claim support, or full replacement
Licensed & insured contractor — not a fly-by tarp crew

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Large sloped church with tightly secured emergency tarp and wooden battens — Horizon Roofing Florida

Tightly battened emergency tarp on a large steep-slope church roof — professional dry-in quality

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Temporary protection in the field

Aerial view of emergency tarp on metal roof after storm — Field photo — tarp secured on storm-damaged metal roof

Large church roof with tightly battened emergency tarp — Horizon-quality dry-in — Temporary dry-in — protecting openings after wind damage

Insurance process

How temporary protection & reimbursement typically work

After a covered loss, most Florida homeowners policies expect you to take reasonable steps to protect the property from further damage. Temporary dry-in is often that first step.

Horizon installs the tarp / dry-in when it is safe to work
The homeowner pays for temporary protection up front
Horizon helps with documentation so you can submit the expense to your carrier
Your insurance company may reimburse you per your policy terms and coverage

Important: Reimbursement is not guaranteed and depends on your policy, deductibles, coverage limits, and carrier review. Horizon does not promise that any insurer will approve or pay a specific amount. Review your policy and speak with your insurer or a licensed professional. This is not legal advice.

For a fuller before/after checklist and mitigation guidance, see our Hurricane Preparedness page.

Proven response

Commercial storm example

During Hurricane Milton (October 2024), tornado-force winds stripped the modified bitumen BUR on a ~55,000 sq ft Duke Energy facility in St. Petersburg that housed critical electrical equipment. Horizon arrived within 12 hours with a 20-person crew, completed same-day dry-in that held for ~5 weeks, then installed a new TPO roof.

Read the Hurricane Milton case study →

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Roof open to weather? Call for emergency dry-in

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