Homeowners in Ellerslie, Georgia call Expert Roofers Columbus for storm damage repair and insurance claim help. Ellerslie is a quiet Harris County community north of Columbus, close enough to our Columbus base that we are not a once-a-season crew passing through. Free inspections, written estimates, and real help with storm and insurance claims.
What storm and hail damage looks like
- Bruised shingles and lost granules, not always visible from below.
- Missing or lifted shingles after high winds.
- Dented flashing, vents and gutters.
- Leaks and interior water spots showing up days later.
How we help with your claim in Ellerslie
We start with a free inspection and honest documentation. If there is real damage, we meet your adjuster and explain what happened. Then we handle the repair or replacement, and we work with all major home insurance companies. Many of our Columbus-area customers have had insurance cover the full job, decking and upgraded shingles included.
Emergency response
Tree through the roof or an active leak? We can tarp the roof to stop interior damage while the claim and permanent repair get scheduled. Call us and we will move fast.
What to do after a storm hits Ellerslie
- Stay safe first. Do not climb on a wet or damaged roof.
- Take photos of anything you can see from the ground: shingles in the yard, dented gutters, damaged siding, broken windows.
- Stop active water with buckets and towels inside, and call us if the roof needs a tarp.
- Get a free inspection before you file, so you know whether there is real, claimable damage.
- Keep receipts for emergency tarping or temporary repairs, since policies often cover reasonable steps to prevent more damage.
Hail versus wind damage
Hail leaves bruises: soft spots where granules are knocked off and the mat underneath is fractured, plus dents in vents, gutters and metal flashing. Wind damage looks different: creased or torn shingles, missing tabs, and shingles that have come unsealed and lifted. Adjusters look for both patterns, and we document them separately so nothing gets missed on your Ellerslie claim.
Roofing in Ellerslie
Ellerslie is a rural census-designated place in Harris County with 1,053 residents in 2020. It sits on U.S. 27 Alternate and Georgia 85, about 18 miles northeast of Columbus and 5 miles from Waverly Hall, and Georgia 315 shares the highway for half a mile through the community. Subdivisions named in weather reports include Deer Run and Ellerslie Place, and Pine Ridge Elementary School serves the area.
Storms that have hit Ellerslie
On March 3, 2019, the long-track tornado from Alabama entered Ellerslie as an EF2 along Highway 315, downing hundreds of trees. Several homes lost shingles, and one had part of its attic and top floor removed. Quarter size hail fell in the Deer Run subdivision on Dec. 30, 2021, and three quarter inch hail fell in Ellerslie Place on April 8, 2020.
Permits for roof work in Ellerslie
Ellerslie is unincorporated Harris County, so building permits come from the Harris County Community Development Department, 125 Barnes Mill Road, Hamilton, (706) 628-4700. The department enforces state building codes and issues building permits. Its posted permit requirements do not list a separate re-roof rule, so confirm with the department before work starts.
Why Ellerslie homeowners choose us
- Rated 4.7 stars across 77 Google reviews from local homeowners.
- Storm and insurance-claim specialists. We document damage the way adjusters need it.
- Free, no-pressure roof inspections. If you do not need the work, we will tell you.
- Licensed and insured roofing crews serving Georgia and Alabama.
- Local and responsive. We answer the phone and show up when we say we will.
Ready when you are. Call (706) 917-2768 or book a free inspection in Ellerslie.
Common questions
How long do I have to file a storm damage claim?
It depends on your policy, so check the declarations page or ask your agent. Filing sooner is always better, because damage that is left alone can lead to leaks that are harder to tie back to the storm.
Will you meet my insurance adjuster in Ellerslie?
Yes. We meet the adjuster on the roof, walk through the damage we documented, and make sure everything gets looked at.
What if my claim is denied?
Sometimes there is no storm damage, and we will tell you that honestly. If we believe damage was missed, we can document it further and you can ask your insurer for a re-inspection.
Did the 2019 tornado damage roofs in Ellerslie?
Yes. The National Weather Service found that the March 3, 2019 tornado pulled shingles off several homes as it entered Ellerslie along Highway 315, and one home lost part of its attic and top floor. If your roof was patched after that storm, it is worth having it checked.
Who handles roofing permits in Ellerslie?
Ellerslie is in unincorporated Harris County, so permits go through Harris County Community Development, 125 Barnes Mill Road in Hamilton, (706) 628-4700. Confirm the requirement for your address with that office before work starts.