Storm Damage

Discovering Storm Damage 

Every year powerful mountain storms roll through the Pocono Lake Region and your lake home can take a beating. 

When you own a lakefront home of real distinction, storms are more than a passing nuisance, they are a direct threat to the craftsmanship, finishes, and systems you’ve carefully selected for your private retreat.

High winds, heavy snow, and falling branches often cause damage that goes unnoticed for weeks or even months if no one is around to look.  That’s where Roe Property Services' private home watch service steps in.

Our regular visits ensure your property is checked not only on your regular schedule but soon after every major weather event.  We look for telltale signs of storm damage such as roof leaks, downed trees, broken windows, or ice damming, so problems can be addressed immediately rather than after they have grown into a more serious situation.

Fallen tree on garage.

When storm damage is left undiscovered for weeks or months wind, snow, ice, and driving rain that caused minor damage at first can quietly escalate into major structural, cosmetic or microbial growth problems. 

Small storm-related issues can quickly become expensive, disruptive problems:

• Water intrusion that starts as a small roof leak can spread into ceilings, walls, and flooring, warping hardwood, damaging custom millwork, and inviting mold.
• Ice dams and snow load on roofs can lead to hidden structural stress, compromised insulation, and long-term energy inefficiencies.
• Broken or unsealed windows and doors can allow moisture, pests, and extreme temperature swings, damaging furnishings, art, and high-end finishes.
• Downed branches, clogged gutters, and blocked drainage can cause foundation seepage, landscape erosion, and damage to walkways, patios, and outdoor living spaces.
• Unchecked moisture and temperature issues can degrade wine storage, specialty cabinetry, and luxury appliances over time.

Benefits of Timely discovery

By the time a neighbor happens to notice, or you arrive back for the season, what began as a simple repair can have evolved into a full restoration project.

Timely detection is the best method for preserving the value of a premium property and lowering long-term remediation costs.

When storm damage is found promptly, repairs are:

• More contained and less invasive to your architecture and interior design.
• Less likely to require structural demolition or replacement of custom finishes.
• Easier to schedule and manage, avoiding emergency premiums and delays.

Instead of returning to a list of surprises, you receive clear, concise updates along with recommended next steps.  You maintain control, approving work, selecting vendors, and preserving the standard you expect for your home.

Insurance Considerations

Early discovery doesn’t just save money on repairs; it also helps protect your insurance claim eligibility.  For high-value homes, documentation and timing are everything in an insurance claim.  Many policies require that damage be reported within a reasonable time-frame and that you take steps to mitigate further loss.

Roe Property Services home watch supports the initial claim process by providing:

• Visit reports following major storms.
• Photo documentation of any damage discovered.
• Detailed notes on conditions, access points, and opinions regarding potential causes and remediation.

This level of documentation not only helps validate your claim, it also demonstrates that you have acted responsibly and promptly, often resulting in a smoother, more efficient claims experience.

Damage Mitigation

Roe Property Services will arrange for temporary sealing of damaged areas to mitigate further damage, while permanent repairs are being scheduled. 

We can also meet insurance adjusters and contractors at the property to provide them access to do their jobs quickly and efficiently, while representing you and providing you with progress updates.

Lake house

A Quiet, competent presence while you are away

While you enjoy the winter season in Florida or the Caribbean, your mountain sanctuary remains under a calm, vigilant watch. 

There is no guesswork, no anxious calls to neighbors or hours spent reviewing camera footage, and no wondering what last night’s storm might have done.

You receive private, professional communication and updates tailored to the way you like to manage your property. 

Storms will come and go, but with a dedicated home watch service in place, your home’s condition, and your peace of mind, remain steady.

Contact RPS for a confidential home watch service proposal today.

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late.
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570-229-6148