Storm Damage Roof Repair
in Orlando, FL
The storm passed. Now comes the part most homeowners get wrong. JA Edwards of America documents hail and wind damage the way insurance carriers expect to see it, meets your adjuster on the roof, and repairs it right. Same-day emergency tarp available: (407) 677-7663.
Free Storm Damage Inspection
We photograph everything, you keep the report. If there is a claim, we walk it with you.
Storm damage we repair every week
Hail Damage
Bruising, granule loss and cracked mats. Often invisible from the ground, which is exactly why claims get denied without proper documentation.
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Wind Damage
Lifted tabs, creased shingles and missing sections. Wind damage compounds: a lifted shingle today is a leak by the next afternoon storm.
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Emergency Tarp
Active leak after a storm? We tarp the same day to stop interior damage while the claim or repair gets sorted. Documented for your carrier.
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Tree & Debris Impact
Punctures and structural damage from falling limbs. We assess decking and trusses, not just the shingles on top.
Get it assessed →22 years of Orlando storm seasons
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How the insurance process actually works
Free storm inspection
We photograph and document every slope, penetration and gutter line the way carriers expect to see damage presented. You keep the full report.
You file, we support
If the damage qualifies, you file the claim with your carrier. We provide the documentation package and answer the adjuster's technical questions.
Adjuster meeting on the roof
We attend your adjuster inspection in person. Damage that gets missed from the ground gets pointed out, slope by slope, with our photos in hand.
Approved scope, real repair
Once the scope is approved, we repair or replace per the approved claim. Warranty registered, paperwork emailed, yard magnet-swept.
Recent storm work in Orlando
Storm claims, in their own words
"First adjuster said the hail damage was cosmetic and denied the claim. Joel re-documented the whole roof, requested a second inspection, and stood on that roof pointing out every bruise. Claim approved, full replacement, done in three weeks."
"Tree limb went through the roof during the April storm at 9 PM. Called the next morning, tarp was on by 2 PM the same day. The interior would have been destroyed by that afternoon's rain without it."
"Christian told me upfront my wind damage was repairable and would not justify a full claim. Fixed two slopes for a fraction of what the storm chasers knocking on my door were promising the insurance would pay. Honesty like that is rare after a storm."
JA Edwards vs. the truck in your driveway
| JA Edwards | Post-storm door knocker | |
|---|---|---|
| Local office you can walk into (220 Weber St, since 2004) | ✔ 22 years in Orlando | ✕ Out-of-state plates, gone by December |
| Florida licenses verifiable with the state | ✔ CGC1534283 · CCC1334804 | ~ "We work under a partner's license" |
| Present at your insurance adjuster meeting | ✔ Standard practice | ✕ Disappears after you sign |
| Tells you when damage does NOT justify a claim | ✔ About a third of inspections | ✕ Every roof "qualifies" |
| Asks you to sign an AOB before inspecting | ✔ Never | ✕ Frequently, and it costs you control of your claim |
| Warranty that exists after the storm season ends | ✔ GAF Golden Pledge available | ✕ Phone number disconnected |
What Orlando homeowners say
We are so happy that we made the decision to trust our roof replacement to Joel Vazquez and JA Edwards of America. From the very first consultation to the final clean-up, the entire process was seamless. Joel's communication skills are top-tier; he kept us informed every step of the way and was always available to answer our questions.
Joel handled everything related to our insurance company and made sure they delivered on our coverage.
It is so hard to find contractors who actually do what they say they’re going to do, but Joel exceeded every expectation we had. His attention to detail was evident throughout- the job was perfect, the site was left clean, and our new roof and home look amazing.
If you want a stress-free experience and a beautiful new roof, Joel is first person you should call.
Thank you Joel and JA Edwards!
I want to specifically call out Seth Wooten, our Project Manager, who helped us with every step of the process—from working with our insurance company to getting the job done and everything in between. Seth is super caring and a phenomenal communicator; he made the whole experience stress-free.
A special thank you to the crew for their quality work. They made our roof look beautiful and secure, and they finished it all in just one day. If you are looking for a roofing company, look no further than JAEA!
Getting a roof through insurance can be a headache, but Wilson is super knowledgeable and made the whole process seamless for us. He was helpful, transparent, and always available to answer our questions. If you’re thinking about getting a new roof, I would highly recommend this team. They get the job done right!
Storm damage repair in every Orlando neighborhood
Storm response also covers Winter Park, Winter Garden, Apopka, Sanford, Oviedo, Kissimmee and all of Orange County. See all service areas.
Get your storm damage documented
The sooner damage is documented, the stronger the claim. Tell us your address and what happened. Our Orlando team calls back same day.
Storm damage questions, straight answers
That is exactly the problem. Hail bruising on asphalt shingles is rarely visible from the ground. The damage is a soft spot where the granules have been knocked loose and the fiberglass mat underneath is fractured. It leaks months later, not the day of the storm. Orlando's hail season runs March through July, and if hail came through your neighborhood, the only way to know is a slope-by-slope inspection. Ours is free and you keep the photo report.
Florida law currently gives you one year from the date of loss to file an initial claim, and 18 months for supplemental claims. But waiting works against you: damage compounds, evidence degrades, and carriers scrutinize late claims harder. If you suspect damage, get it documented now even if you have not decided whether to file.
We recommend against it, and we never ask for one. An AOB signs your claim rights over to the contractor, which means you lose control of your own claim. Florida reformed AOB rules precisely because of abuse after storm events. A legitimate contractor does not need an AOB to inspect your roof or support your claim.
No. Denials based on "cosmetic damage" or insufficient documentation are often reversible with a properly documented re-inspection. We re-document the roof to carrier standards and attend the second adjuster meeting in person. Several of our Orlando replacements started as denied claims.
If the damage is part of an insurance claim, emergency mitigation like tarping is typically covered by your policy because it prevents further damage, which your policy requires you to do. We document the tarp installation for your carrier. For non-claim situations, we quote it flat before we come out, no surprises.
Not automatically, but verify before signing anything. Check the license on myfloridalicense.com, confirm a physical Florida office, and never sign an AOB or a contingency agreement on the spot. Out-of-state crews flood Orlando after every major storm and many are gone before warranty work is ever needed. We have been at 220 Weber St since 2004 and we will still be here next storm season.
In Florida, carriers cannot raise your individual premium for filing a single weather-related claim, since storm damage is considered an act of God. Rates in Florida move at the territory level. What does hurt you is unrepaired damage discovered at renewal inspection, which can lead to non-renewal. Document and repair beats wait and hope.
The storm already happened.
The damage is on the clock.
Free inspection, full photo documentation, and a straight answer about whether you have a claim. No AOB, no pressure, no storm chaser games.
Storm damage repair in Orlando
is a documentation game
Central Florida sits in one of the most active severe weather corridors in the country. Hail season runs March through July, the summer pattern brings wind events nearly every afternoon, and a single hail core moving through Orange County can damage thousands of roofs in twenty minutes. What most homeowners learn the hard way is that having damage and having an approved claim are two very different things, and the difference is almost always documentation.
Insurance carriers evaluate hail and wind claims against specific evidence standards: test squares, slope-by-slope photo documentation, dated weather data correlating the damage to a covered event. A contractor who photographs three shingles from a ladder is not building a claim, and a denial based on thin documentation follows your property record. JA Edwards of America has documented storm claims in Orlando since 2004, and our inspectors build the file the way adjusters are trained to read it. When the adjuster comes out, we are on the roof with them.
The other thing 22 years here has taught us: after every major storm, Orlando fills up with out-of-state crews promising free roofs. Some are legitimate. Many are gone before the first warranty call. Before signing anything, verify the license at myfloridalicense.com, confirm a physical local office, and never sign an Assignment of Benefits on your doorstep. We have operated from 220 Weber St since 2004 and we will be here long after this storm season ends.
If the storm caused an active leak, call (407) 677-7663 for a same-day tarp. If you are not sure whether you have damage, start with the free inspection. And if the damage ends up being a repair rather than a claim, we tell you that too, with the repair priced in writing. For roofs that age out rather than storm out, see our Orlando roof replacement page.