Expert Roofers Columbus does storm damage repair and insurance claim help across Salem and the rest of Lee County. Salem is a Lee County community along US-280 east of Phenix City. You get a free, photo-documented inspection, an honest repair-or-replace answer, and a crew that answers the phone after the job is done.
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 Salem
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 Salem
- 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 Salem claim.
Roofing in Salem
Salem is an unincorporated Lee County community between Opelika and Phenix City along U.S. 280 and 431, first settled in 1835 and spread over roughly 115 square miles. Local landmarks include Wacoochee Elementary School and the nearby NCAT asphalt test track. The Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge came from here; a fallen tree destroyed it on June 4, 2005, and it was rebuilt in 2007 at Opelika Municipal Park.
Storms that have hit Salem
On February 28, 2009 an EF2 tornado with 125 to 130 mph winds touched down southwest of Salem and crossed U.S. 280, destroying 4 site built homes and 6 mobile homes and badly damaging 8 more homes (NOAA). On May 3, 2025 an EF0 tornado passed through the Salem area near Wacoochee Elementary, where 1.5 inch hail was also reported on March 31, 2025.
Permits for roof work in Salem
Salem is unincorporated, so building permits come from Lee County Building Inspections, which serves the unincorporated areas of Lee County (334-737-7014). The county asks homeowners to call if they are unsure whether a project needs a permit. Its fee schedule charges no permit fee where the job valuation is $1,000 or less.
Why Salem 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 Salem.
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 Salem?
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.
Who do I call about a roofing permit in Salem?
Salem is unincorporated, so Lee County Building Inspections handles permits there. Call 334-737-7014 and they will tell you whether your reroof needs one.
Has Salem had tornado damage?
Yes. NOAA records an EF2 tornado on February 28, 2009 that destroyed 4 site built homes and 6 mobile homes near Salem, and a weaker EF0 on May 3, 2025 near Wacoochee Elementary.