What proper emergency tarping looks like — and what's a waste of time.
Why tarping matters
Stopping water intrusion within 24 hours can prevent thousands in interior damage.
What proper tarping looks like
Heavy-duty 6-mil minimum tarp, anchored under undamaged shingles, secured with battens — not just thrown over and weighted with bricks.
Common DIY mistakes
Insufficient overlap, no batten attachment, and using a thin painter's tarp that fails in the next wind gust.
When to call us
Always — emergency tarping is one of the most common services we provide and is often free if you become a repair customer.
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