Roofs that have not been maintained and inspected on a yearly basis may develop serious leaks in several vulnerable areas, from valleys to flashing.

Asphalt shingle roofs are rated for fire resistance and designed not to readily ignite or feed the fire. However, they can still be damaged by exposure to flames and extreme heat. After a fire, you will likely deal with many emergency repairs to various parts of your home, and your roof may also require an emergency repair to replace any shingles, underlayment, decking or roof trusses that were exposed to the fire.

A Fallen trees can be a significant risk to roofs and their structural integrity.

Extreme winds can rip layers off your roof, leaving the underlayment, decking or even attic space exposed to the elements.

Lightning strikes to roofs can cause significant damage to roof structures, leaving your home vulnerable to further storm activity and water intrusion.

Hurricanes, tornados and major thunderstorms can all cause significant enough damage to your roof to warrant an emergency call to your roofer.

If your roof may be at risk of collapsing, it is undoubtedly an emergency. Severe and long-term condensation, extensive water damage, tree impact, more snow than the roof is designed to hold and other damage may all be risks for collapse.

Major ice dams can cause damage and leaks that may become emergencies.

Extreme mold growth in your attic may become an emergency. If the mold growth is due to a lack of roof ventilation, which caused condensation, then a roofer can add the necessary ventilation to help correct this issue.

A gutter clog may be an emergency if it causes a serious leak from water backflowing onto the roof.