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Roof Tarping in Little Rock

Temporary covering when the opening is overhead rather than at the wall.

Boards are the wrong tool for a roof. Temporary covering keeps rain out of the structure until permanent roof work can be scheduled — and after an Arkansas wind event it has to be secured to survive the next system, not just the next hour.

What this service covers

  • Temporary covering of damaged roof sections
  • Covering of openings cut during emergency ventilation
  • Protection of areas where shingles or decking were lost
  • Securing of the covering against wind uplift
  • Coordination with interior water response where needed

Common warning signs

  • Missing shingles or exposed decking after a storm
  • Active drips or ceiling staining after rain
  • A section cut into the roof during emergency response
  • Tree or limb impact through the roof plane

Typical causes

  • Straight-line wind and hail damage
  • Tornado debris impact
  • Emergency ventilation cuts during a fire
  • Falling trees and heavy limbs

What to do first

  • Do not go onto a damaged or wet roof
  • Contain interior drips and move belongings clear
  • Photograph the roof from the ground and the interior damage
  • Send the request with the size and location of the opening

What a provider may assess

  • Size and location of the roof opening
  • Whether the deck and structure can carry a covering
  • Whether water has already entered the building
  • How long the covering will need to hold

Speak with a local service coordinator to describe the situation. A provider can assess the issue and recommend next steps. Emergency service requests are reviewed based on availability.

Storm or fire leave a building open?

Request service and a provider can assess the situation and recommend next steps. Availability depends on location and scheduling.