When a squall line rolls off the tidal marsh and across the Savannah River, it hits roofs that were never built for 70 mph gusts. Storm & Wind Damage Repair in Savannah means getting a standing seam panel, a 5V-crimp barn roof, or a 1920s Craftsman bungalow's metal shingles back to watertight before the next afternoon thunderstorm. We work the Historic District's low hipped roofs, the steep gables of the Victorian District, the raised Lowcountry cottages out on the Isle of Hope, and the newer standing seam subdivisions in Pooler and Richmond Hill. Live oaks draped in Spanish moss drop limbs on metal all summer, and salt-laden humid air works every fastener and flashing year-round. Our job is to separate a $400 re-fastening from a $9,000 panel replacement and tell you which one you actually need. Start with a documented inspection through our metal roof inspection service and you will know where you stand.
Why Storm & Wind Damage Repair Matters on Savannah's Roofs
Savannah roofs fail in a specific order. Wind gets under a lifted panel edge or a loose ridge cap, then rain driven sideways finds the fastener. On older 5V-crimp and corrugated roofs around Thunderbolt and Garden City, the neoprene washers under the screws cook hard in the summer UV and let go in the first real blow. On the Historic District's low-slope and flat metal sections, standing water after a tropical storm turns a small seam gap into a ceiling stain two floors down.
- Hurricane and tropical-storm gusts peel back panel edges and ridge caps on exposed fastener roofs across Tybee Island and Wilmington Island.
- Straight-line wind from summer thunderstorms lifts standing seam panels where clips were spaced short or the seam was never properly closed.
- Falling oak and pine limbs crease panels, punch holes, and crush gutters on homes under the live oak canopy in Ardsley Park and Midtown.
- Hail dents softer aluminum and copper panels and cracks the coating on stone-coated steel.
- Wind-driven rain pushes past failed pipe boots, chimney flashing, and skylight curbs, which is where most interior leaks actually start.
Every one of those failure modes shows up differently on a metal roof than on shingles, so the repair has to match the panel, the profile, and the fastening system.
Key info: After Hurricane Matthew, we repaired a raised cottage on the Isle of Hope where wind had lifted six feet of 5V-crimp at the gable and driven rain soaked the porch ceiling. Re-fastening and re-sealing that section cost a fraction of a full panel run because the decking underneath was still sound.
Chatham County's storm exposure is real and documented. The National Weather Service Charleston office tracks the tropical systems and severe thunderstorm warnings that drive most of the repair calls we get.
How We Handle Storm and Wind Damage Repair in Savannah
We do not climb up and start swapping screws. The first pass is documentation, because wind claims live or die on photos taken before anything is touched. Then we assess repair versus replacement honestly, and only then do we schedule the work. If you are filing a claim, we hand you a photo set and a written scope you can send straight to your adjuster.
- We inspect the full roof, not just the obvious damage, including panel edges, ridges, valleys, penetrations, and gutters.
- We photograph and measure every damaged area and note the panel profile, gauge, and fastener type.
- We give you a written assessment of repair versus replacement with the reasoning behind it.
- We help you document the loss for your insurance claim, from inspection through completed work.
- We source matching panels or the closest available profile and color, then schedule the repair.
- We re-fasten, re-seal, or replace the damaged sections and test the repair with a water check before we leave.
On exposed fastener roofs, damaged screws get replaced with the correct washer and driven to the right depth, which is a job we cover in detail under screw replacement and re-fastening.
Key info: A Pooler homeowner called after a July thunderstorm took a pine limb across the ridge of a two-year-old standing seam roof. The panels were fine; the ridge cap and two clips were not. We replaced the cap, reset the clips, and the roof never leaked, which is exactly the outcome a full replacement would have wasted.
Repair Approaches We Use on Savannah Metal Roofs
| Approach | Description | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Re-fastening and re-sealing | Replace failed screws and washers, reseal seams and penetrations, reset lifted panels. | Wind-lifted panels and washer failure on exposed fastener roofs |
| Panel section replacement | Cut out and replace creased or punctured panels with matching profile and color. | Limb strikes, hail punctures, and torn panel edges |
| Flashing and penetration repair | Rebuild chimney, skylight, and pipe boot flashing that wind and rain worked loose. | Interior leaks traced to curbs and boots, not panels |
| Ridge and trim repair | Re-secure or replace ridge caps, gable trim, and rake edges lifted by wind. | Storm gusts that peel edges on gable and hip roofs |
| Full replacement | Tear off and install new panels when damage is widespread or the deck is compromised. | Older roofs with rust-through, widespread fastener failure, or deck rot |
The right approach depends on panel age, profile availability, and how much of the roof actually took the hit, which is why we measure before we quote.
Storm & Wind Damage Repair Cost in Savannah: What to Expect
Every job starts with a free inspection, because a number without eyes on the roof is a guess. From there, most wind repairs on a Savannah metal roof land in the low hundreds to low thousands, and the spread comes down to a few concrete factors. A single re-fastened panel section on a Garden City carport is a different job than a creased standing seam run on a Richmond Hill two-story.
- How much panel area was damaged, and whether matching profile and color are still available.
- Roof pitch and access, since a steep Victorian District gable takes more labor than a low hipped roof.
- Whether the damage is at a penetration (chimney, skylight, pipe boot) or out in the field of the panel.
- Panel type: standing seam, 5V-crimp, corrugated, metal shingle, stone-coated steel, or copper all price differently.
- Deck condition underneath, which only shows once the damaged panel comes off.
- Urgency, since emergency tarping and same-day stabilization add cost.
Get two or three written estimates and compare scope, not just the bottom line. A quote that skips the deck inspection or the flashing is not the same job. Our full pricing overview lays out how we build a number.
What to Look For in a Metal Roofing Contractor Near Savannah
Storm damage attracts out-of-town crews who knock on doors after every named storm and vanish before the check clears. Get at least three estimates in writing, ask for local references on metal roofs specifically, and confirm who pulls the permit.
- Confirm the contractor is licensed and insured in Georgia and carries workers' compensation coverage.
- Check that they have worked on your panel type, not just asphalt shingles.
- Ask whether historic district or HOA design review applies to your home before any panel or color is ordered.
- Get the scope, materials, and timeline in writing, including how insurance documentation is handled.
- Never let anyone promise to waive or absorb your deductible, which is insurance fraud.
If a crew cannot answer those questions on the first visit, keep calling. You can reach us through our contact page and we will walk you through the documentation before you commit to anything.
Storm & Wind Damage Repair in Savannah: Pricing Guide
| Service | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Storm damage inspection | Free | Full roof and flashing inspection with photos and a written repair-versus-replacement assessment |
| Minor wind repair | Starting at $350 | Re-fastening, re-sealing, and resetting lifted panels on a small damaged area |
| Panel section replacement | Starting at $900 | Cut out and replace damaged panels, priced by panel count and profile availability |
| Flashing and penetration repair | Starting at $650 | Rebuild chimney, skylight, or pipe boot flashing that wind and rain worked loose |
| Widespread or structural damage | On estimate | Needs an on-site look to price deck repairs, panel runs, and possible full replacement |
| Travel | Included | In Savannah and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee |
Indicative pricing, the exact cost depends on square footage, finish, and site access. Free personalized estimate within 24h at (912) 468-1649.
