Detects hidden moisture behind walls and under shingles. It helps us find all leak sources, not just the obvious one.
Emergency Roof Tarping Wilkes-Barre PA: Stop Leaks Fast
Emergency Roof Tarping Wilkes-Barre PA is your first line of defense when a storm tears open your roof. We secure heavy-duty tarps over missing shingles, flashing leaks, and wind damage to keep water out of your attic and living space.
Serving Wilkes-Barre and nearby areas.
How big is the tarping job?
Storm damage
Multiple tarps needed for missing shingles or wind-torn sections.
- 1. Small leak One tarp over a single breach, often around a vent or chimney.
- 2. Storm damage Multiple tarps needed for missing shingles or wind-torn sections.
- 3. Major damage Large sections of decking exposed; requires board-up and multiple tarps.
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- Camera firstWe find every leak source before tarping.
- Secure edgesTarps are nailed and weighted to stay put.
What Emergency Roof Tarping Includes
Every tarp job includes a full roof inspection, damage documentation, and a properly secured tarp. We also provide a written summary for your insurance claim.
Work order
Emergency Roof Tarping- Full Roof Inspection: We walk the entire roof, not just the leak area. Using a moisture meter and infrared thermal camera, we find all water intrusion points. This takes 15 to 20 minutes and ensures no leak is missed.
- Heavy-Duty Tarp Installation: We use 10-mil woven polyethylene tarps with reinforced grommets. Tarps are secured with roofing nails, cap staples, and sandbags. We avoid nailing through damaged shingles to preserve evidence for your claim.
- Damage Documentation: We photograph all damage before, during, and after tarping. You receive a written report with moisture readings and thermal images. This documentation supports your insurance claim and proves you mitigated further loss.
- Water Diversion Setup: For flat roofs, we create a temporary drainage path using weighted edges and gutter sealant. For steep roofs, we ensure proper overlap so water sheds. This prevents ponding and ice dams from worsening the damage.
- Final Walkthrough: We walk the property with you, show you photos, and explain what the tarp covers. You get our direct number for follow-up. If the tarp shifts in high wind, we come back and re-secure it at no charge.
What the first visit covers
First visit
We inspect the roof, find the leak source, and install a heavy-duty tarp to stop water entry.
Emergency tarping for homes
We protect your home from water damage with fast, secure tarping.
Shingle roof leaks
Tarp over missing or damaged shingles.
Chimney and skylight leaks
Seal around penetrations with custom tarp cuts.
Ice dam leaks
Remove ice, then tarp to prevent refreezing.
Storm damage
Cover wind-torn sections until repairs.
Emergency tarping for businesses
We keep your business dry and operational with fast tarping.
Flat roofs
Tarp ponding areas and create temporary drains.
Retail spaces
Protect inventory and equipment from water.
Office buildings
Prevent ceiling damage and business interruption.
Emergency Roof Tarping Wilkes-Barre PA: What to Expect
A tarp is a temporary fix, but it prevents small leaks from becoming major water damage. We do it right so your home stays dry until permanent repairs.
Emergency Roof Tarping Wilkes-Barre PA is the temporary roof protection that stops active water intrusion after storm damage, wind damage, or a sudden roof leak. We use commercial-grade tarps, roofing nail guns, and pry bars to secure the covering over damaged shingles, flashing, or decking. The goal is simple: keep your home dry until permanent repairs can be made. Most jobs take two to four hours from arrival to final tie-down.
In Wilkes-Barre, roof tarping near me Wilkes-Barre PA calls spike after Nor'easters, ice dams, and summer hail. Older homes in the Heights and Parsons often have brittle asphalt shingles that crack under wind gusts, while flat roofs in Downtown Wilkes-Barre pond water and leak at seams. We tarp leaking roof Wilkes-Barre PA situations before ceilings sag or insulation soaks. Whether it's a chimney leak, skylight leak, or missing shingles, we get a tarp on it today.
- What it is
- A heavy-duty cover secured over damaged roof areas.
- When it helps
- After storms, wind damage, or sudden leaks.
- What you get
- A dry home and documented damage for insurance.
Our Emergency Tarping Process
From your first call to the final tie-down, here is exactly what happens when you hire us for emergency roof tarping in Wilkes-Barre PA.
Tools and Methods We Use
Each method answers a different question. Together they leave very little to guess.
Measures water content in decking and insulation. We use it to determine how far water has spread and whether decking needs replacement.
Secures tarps and cap staples quickly and safely. We use it to anchor tarps at the ridge and eaves without damaging shingles.
Provides safe roof access.
Used to lift shingles and create anchor points without causing further damage. Essential for slate and tile roofs.
When to Call for Emergency Tarping
A nor'easter rips off shingles in the Heights, and water is dripping into a bedroom.
We arrive within two hours, inspect the roof with a thermal camera, and install a 20x30 tarp over the damaged area.
HomesA commercial flat roof on Public Square is ponding after heavy rain, and ceiling tiles are sagging.
We tarp the ponding area with a weighted EPDM cover and set up a temporary drain.
BusinessesAn ice dam forms on a slate roof in River Street Historic District, forcing water into the attic.
We remove the ice dam with steam, then tarp the area with a soft tarp and foam padding to protect the slate.
HomesA tree limb punches through a roof in Parsons during a summer storm.
We board up the opening with plywood, then tarp over the board-up to keep water out.
Homes
How We Tarp Roofs in Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre weather is hard on roofs. We get Nor'easters, ice dams, and summer hail. Older homes in the Heights and Parsons often have brittle asphalt shingles that crack under wind, while flat roofs in Downtown Wilkes-Barre pond water and leak at seams. Our crews know these patterns.
Heights
Many 1920s homes with original slate roofs. We use soft tarps and foam padding to avoid cracking tiles.
Downtown Wilkes-Barre
Flat roofs on commercial buildings. We tarp ponding areas with EPDM-compatible covers and create temporary drains.
Parsons
Older asphalt shingle roofs prone to wind damage. We carry matching shingles for temporary repairs.
- Heights
- Downtown Wilkes-Barre
- Parsons
- River Street Historic District
From problem to finished result.
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PhotoWind-Damaged Shingle Roof in Heights
Before: A nor'easter tore off 20 square feet of shingles on a 1920s home. Water was dripping into a bedroom ceiling, and the homeowner had a bucket on the floor. The attic insulation was soaked.
After: We installed a 20x30 heavy-duty tarp over the damaged area and secured it with roofing nails and sandbags. The leak stopped immediately. The homeowner's insurance adjuster approved a full roof repair, and we replaced the shingles and underlayment two weeks later.
Flat Roof Ponding on Public Square
Before: A commercial building had standing water on its EPDM roof after three days of rain. Ceiling tiles were sagging, and water was dripping onto office equipment. The building manager needed an immediate fix.
After: We tarped the ponding area with a weighted EPDM cover and created a temporary drain. The water stopped entering the building. We then repaired the membrane with Carlisle SynTec materials and restored the roof to full function.
Ice Dam Leak in River Street Historic District
Before: An ice dam formed on a slate roof, forcing water into the attic and staining the plaster ceilings. The homeowner was worried about damaging the historic slate tiles.
After: We removed the ice dam with steam and tarped the area using a soft tarp with foam padding. The leak stopped, and no slate tiles were cracked. We later installed heat cable to prevent future ice dams.
Problems We Solve with Roof Tarping
A tarp is not a permanent fix, but it solves the immediate problem: water entering your home.
Active roof leak during a storm
Water stains ceilings, soaks insulation, and can cause mold within 48 hours. It also risks electrical shorts if water reaches wiring.
Missing shingles after high wind
Exposed decking absorbs rain, leading to rot and delamination. Adjacent shingles can also tear off, expanding the damaged area.
Ice dam causing water backup
Ice dams force water under shingles and into the attic, often far from the actual leak. This can ruin drywall and insulation.
Flat roof ponding and seam leaks
Standing water finds every seam and puncture, leading to ceiling stains and structural damage. Ponding also accelerates membrane deterioration.
Why Tarp Your Roof Now
A tarp is not a permanent fix, but it prevents small roof leaks from becoming five-figure water damage claims.
Stop Water Damage
A single 1/8-inch roof leak can dump 20 gallons of water into your attic in a day.
Prevent Costly Repairs
Emergency roof tarp service Wilkes-Barre PA costs a fraction of full roof decking repair.
Buy Time for Insurance
Your insurance adjuster needs to see the damage before permanent repairs begin.
Same-Day Response
We know that roof tarping near me Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania searches happen when water is dripping into a bucket.
Emergency Roof Tarping Cost
The price depends on roof pitch, size, and damage extent.
Included
Quoted after a first look
- Full Roof Inspection
- Heavy-Duty Tarp Installation
- Damage Documentation
- Water Diversion Setup
What changes the scope
Quoted after a first look
- Roof pitch and height
- Tarp size and material
- Roof type
- Access and obstructions
What you receive
Clear records you can keep and share.
Damage photos
Before, during, and after tarping.
Moisture readings
From our meter and thermal camera.
Written summary
For your insurance claim.
Local Roof Tarping Expertise
Wilkes-Barre Roof Repair Pros has handled hundreds of emergency roof tarping calls across Luzerne County.
Moisture meter
We read it to find hidden water in decking and insulation.
Thermal camera
We check it to see temperature differences that reveal leaks.
Roof pitch
We assess it to choose the right tarp and anchor method.
Is your Wilkes-Barre neighborhood covered?
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Wilkes-Barre ZIP codes
- 18702
- 18701
- 18705
- 18703
- 18710
- 18711
- 18762
- 18765
- 18766
- 18767
- 18769
- 18773
Towns we serve.
Based in Wilkes-Barre and covering the places around it. Pick one for local details.
What Neighbors Say
A windstorm tore off a section of shingles on my 1920s house. Water was pouring into my bedroom. Wilkes-Barre Roof Repair Pros had a tarp on it within two hours. They used a thermal camera to find a second leak I did not know about. The tarp held through a week of rain until my insurance adjuster came out. Highly recommend.
I manage a flat-roof commercial building on Public Square. After a heavy rain, the ceiling tiles started sagging. Their crew tarped the ponding area and set up a temporary drain. They documented everything with photos for our insurance. The tarp lasted three weeks until we could get the EPDM repaired. Professional and fast.
I called at 10 p.m. on a Friday when my ceiling started dripping. They answered, asked a few questions, and had a tarp on my roof by midnight. The tarp was heavy-duty, not a cheap blue one. They nailed it down properly and even checked my gutters. Saved my hardwood floors. Worth every penny.
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers for the first few minutes. The team can cover the rest.
Still have a question?
Describe what you are seeing and we will point you to the right next step.
(570) 481-9079A single-story ranch with a 20x30 tarp is on the low end; a steep slate roof needing a 30x40 tarp and custom anchoring is higher. We give you a flat price before we start, and there is no charge for the estimate.
Wilkes-Barre Roof Repair Pros does. Call us and we will dispatch the nearest crew. We serve all Wilkes-Barre ZIP codes, including 18702, 18701, and 18705.
Yes, in most cases. If you call before 6 p.m., we can usually have a tarp on your roof the same day. After-hours calls are triaged by urgency; active water intrusion gets priority. We carry tarps on every truck, so we do not need to source materials. Same-day emergency roof tarping in Wilkes-Barre PA is our standard.
A properly installed tarp lasts 30 to 90 days, depending on weather. Wilkes-Barre winters bring ice and wind that can loosen even a good tarp, so we recommend permanent repairs within 30 days. We check the tarp after major storms at no charge. If it shifts, we re-secure it. Do not leave a tarp on through a full season.
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