Tornado Preparedness: Protecting Your Roof and Home
Essential tornado preparation steps for Georgia homeowners, including roof reinforcement and emergency planning.
Georgia averages 30 tornadoes annually, with peak season from March through May.
Pre-Tornado Preparation
Schedule annual professional roof inspections to identify vulnerabilities before storm season. Ensure proper roof-to-wall connections meet current building codes. Trim trees within 20 feet of your home. Document your roof's condition with photos and videos for insurance purposes.
Understanding Tornado Ratings
The Enhanced Fujita Scale rates tornadoes from EF0 (65-85 mph) to EF5 (over 200 mph). Georgia most commonly experiences EF0-EF2 tornadoes, though stronger tornadoes do occur. Understanding these ratings helps homeowners assess damage and insurance claims.
Post-Tornado Safety
Never enter a damaged structure without professional assessment. Once authorities declare the area safe, document all damage extensively. Capital City Roofing offers emergency response throughout Georgia, typically arriving within 2-4 hours.
Insurance Claims
Tornado damage is covered under most Georgia homeowners policies. We coordinate with adjusters, ensuring complete damage documentation. Visit our tornado roof damage page for more information.
Brad Strawbridge
Founder & CEO • GAF Master Elite® • CertainTeed ShingleMaster™
Brad Strawbridge is the Founder and CEO of Capital City Roofing, bringing over a decade of hands-on expertise to the industry. Under his leadership, Capital City Roofing has achieved elite certifications held by fewer than 1% of contractors nationwide.
