IICRC-Certified. Full-Scope Restoration. Calgary's trusted storm-damage team, from emergency securing to complete rebuild.
Call Red Dot Restoration after a storm hits your home. We'll honestly assess the full extent of the damage, clearly explain your options, and get to work fast.
Calgary sits in one of the most active hail corridors in Canada. Every spring and summer, severe hailstorms, high winds, and intense rainfall cause millions of dollars in property damage across the city and surrounding communities. Storm damage restoration in Calgary is rarely a single problem; a hailstorm that damages your roof will also compromise your siding, break windows, and let water into wall cavities and ceilings, often before you've had a chance to make a single call.
At Red Dot Restoration, we handle the full scope of storm damage from start to finish. Our IICRC-certified team provides 24/7 emergency response for property securing, then manages every phase of the restoration, including roofing, siding, windows, interior water damage, and complete structural rebuild. We work directly with your home insurance adjuster, using Xactimate, so your claim is properly documented from day one. Call us for a full storm-damage assessment; it's free and gives you a clear picture of everything that needs to be addressed.
We respond 24/7 and arrive ready to stabilize your property immediately. Where the storm has compromised your roof, walls, or windows, we apply emergency tarping and board-up to prevent further water intrusion and protect the home from additional weather exposure while the full assessment is completed.
Our team conducts a thorough inspection of all storm-related damage, covering the roof, siding, windows, eavestroughs, exterior cladding, and all interior areas affected by water intrusion. Every finding is photographed and documented in Xactimate format so your insurance adjuster receives a complete, professional scope of work from the start.
Where the storm has allowed water into the structure, we extract standing water, deploy commercial drying equipment, and monitor moisture levels daily until the structure is dry. Storm-related water intrusion that is not addressed quickly leads to mould growth and structural deterioration, so this phase runs concurrently with exterior repairs where possible.
Our team repairs or replaces damaged roofing materials depending on the extent of the damage. We work with quality roofing materials suited to Calgary's climate and install to current building code standards. All roofing work is documented and warranted.
Hail-damaged siding and broken or cracked windows are repaired or replaced to match existing materials and finishes as closely as possible. We handle vinyl, wood, hardie board, stucco, and other common siding types found in Calgary homes, and coordinate window replacement as part of the same scope of work.
Where water intrusion has damaged interior materials, including drywall, insulation, flooring, or structural framing, our in-house rebuild team restores everything to pre-loss condition. From replacing ceiling drywall to full room restoration, we complete the interior work after the structure has dried and the exterior has been secured.
We conduct a final walkthrough of all completed work with you before closing the project. Every trade and every phase is verified against the original scope of work. Your insurance documentation is finalized and provided to your adjuster, and all workmanship warranties are confirmed in writing.
Storm damage situations in Calgary homes don't always look the same. Here are the situations we most commonly help homeowners with:
Calgary's hail season runs from May through September, with the most severe storms typically occurring in June and July. A single hailstorm can simultaneously damage your roof shingles, dent or crack siding, break windows, and compromise eavestroughs and flashing, allowing water to enter the structure within hours. If your home was in the path of a Calgary hailstorm, a professional assessment is the right first step, even if the damage isn't immediately obvious from the ground. Hail damage to roofing is often not visible without an inspection.
High winds in Calgary can strip shingles, dislodge flashing, bring down trees and branches onto roofs and fences, and leave homes exposed to the elements. Wind damage often creates openings that are not immediately visible but allow water ingress with the next rainfall. We assess the full exterior of the home following a wind event and secure any compromised areas immediately before completing the full repair scope.
When a storm compromises the building envelope, water can enter through the roof, around window frames, through soffit and fascia, and via wall penetrations. This water travels downward through wall cavities and ceiling structures, often appearing as staining or wet drywall well away from the point of entry. We trace water intrusion to its source, not just where it shows up, and dry the structure properly before any interior repairs begin.
Not all storm damage is visible immediately after an event. Granule loss from asphalt shingles, micro-fractures in siding, and compromised window seals from hail impacts may not show visible signs for weeks or months. If you suspect your home was impacted by a storm but aren't sure of the extent, call us for an assessment. Catching damage early significantly reduces the overall repair scope and prevents secondary water damage from developing over time.
Storm-related water intrusion that is not dried out properly creates ideal conditions for mould growth inside wall cavities, insulation, and ceiling structures. If your home experienced a storm event and the interior was not professionally dried, mould may already be present even if it isn't visible. We assess water damage and mould risk during our storm damage inspection and can address both in a single, coordinated scope of work.
For more details, visit our Mould Remediation page.
One of the first questions Calgary homeowners ask us after a storm is: "Will my insurance cover this?" Storm damage is one of the most commonly covered events under standard Alberta home insurance policies, but the specifics depend on your policy terms, the type of storm event, and how the damage is documented.
In Alberta, home insurance could cover storm damage restoration when the damage resulted from a sudden and accidental weather event, such as:
• Hail damage to roofing, siding, windows, and exterior components
• Wind damage, including shingle loss, structural impact, and fallen trees or branches
• Storm-driven water intrusion through a compromised roof or building envelope
• Lightning strike causing fire, structural, or electrical damage
Damage resulting from gradual deterioration, lack of maintenance, or pre-existing conditions that were worsened by a storm may be treated differently by your insurer. Flood damage from overland water is also typically a separate coverage type rather than a standard home insurance inclusion, and coverage depends on your specific policy.
Red Dot Restoration has extensive experience navigating storm-damage insurance claims with major Alberta insurers. Our team uses Xactimate, the industry-standard estimating software used by adjusters, so our documentation is in exactly the format your insurer expects. We:
• Help you understand what your policy likely covers before we begin
• Document all storm damage thoroughly with photographs and a complete exterior and interior scope of work
• Communicate directly with your adjuster when needed
• Manage the full scope from emergency securing through final rebuild so nothing falls through the gap between trades
• Handle the paperwork so you can focus on your family and your home
Not sure if your situation may involve insurance? Call us. We’ll help you understand the process and give you a straight answer.
Disclaimer: Every storm damage situation and every insurance policy is different. Red Dot Restoration can help you understand the process, document the damage, and communicate with your adjuster, but final coverage decisions are always made by your insurance provider.
Red Dot Restoration provides storm damage restoration across Calgary and the surrounding region, including:
Calgary (NW, NE, SW, SE) · Airdrie · Okotoks · Chestermere · Cochrane · High River · Strathmore · Langdon · Bragg Creek · Banff · Canmore
We also provide specialist storm damage restoration for property managers, condominium managers, and commercial spaces, with detailed reporting, insurance documentation, and minimal disruption to operations.
Visit our Commercial Storm Damage Restoration page.
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Property damage can feel overwhelming. These FAQs are here to give you clarity, confidence, and a clear next step when it matters most.
Storm damage restoration costs in Calgary vary significantly depending on the type of event, the extent of damage to the roof, siding, windows, and interior, and the scope of rebuild required. Hail damage to a roof and siding on an average Calgary home may range from $8,000 to $25,000 or more, depending on roof size, siding material, and whether interior water intrusion is involved. Red Dot Restoration provides a full on-site assessment and a written estimate before any work begins, and we work directly with your insurance adjuster to document the complete scope of work.
Storm damage, including hail, wind, and storm-driven water intrusion, is typically covered under standard Alberta home insurance policies when it results from a sudden weather event. The specifics depend on your policy terms, including whether overland flooding is covered separately. Red Dot Restoration works directly with home insurance adjusters, using Xactimate, and can help you understand how your specific damage is likely to be handled under your policy during your free assessment.
Disclaimer: Every storm damage situation and every insurance policy is different. Red Dot Restoration can help you understand the process, document the damage, and communicate with your adjuster, but final coverage decisions are always made by your insurance provider.
The timeline depends on the scope of the damage. Emergency securing and tarping can happen the same day. Exterior repairs, including roofing and siding, typically take two to five days, depending on the size of the home and the availability of materials. Interior water-damage drying runs for three to five days concurrently, where possible. A full rebuild following water intrusion takes additional time, depending on the scope. We provide a clear project timeline after our initial assessment so you know what to expect at every stage.
In most cases, yes. Exterior repairs to roofing and siding generally do not require you to vacate the home. If interior water damage is significant, involves multiple rooms, or requires extensive drywall removal and drying equipment, some disruption is unavoidable, but full relocation is usually not necessary. If the storm has compromised your heating, electrical systems, or structural integrity, we will advise you on whether the home is safe to occupy while repairs are underway.
A roofer replaces or repairs your roof, which is one part of storm damage. Full storm damage restoration addresses everything a storm affects: the roof, siding, windows, eavestroughs, and any water that entered the structure as a result of those exterior failures. If your roof was damaged and water got in before repairs were completed, the interior damage, including wet insulation, drywall, and framing, must also be dried and restored properly. Red Dot Restoration handles the entire scope in-house, meaning one team, one project timeline, and one point of contact for your insurance adjuster.
Hail damage to asphalt shingles often appears as small, circular dents or bruising that removes the protective granule layer. From the ground, this can be difficult to see, particularly in the early stages. Other signs include dents in metal flashing, vents, and eavestroughs; cracked or chipped siding; and broken or cracked window glazing. If your area experienced a significant hailstorm, a professional inspection is the most reliable way to determine whether your roof sustained damage, as some hail impacts cause structural compromise that is not visible without close examination.
Reasonably quickly, for two reasons. First, a compromised roof or siding is vulnerable to additional water intrusion during the next rainfall, which can significantly expand the scope of interior damage. Second, after a major hailstorm in Calgary, demand for qualified restoration teams spikes across the city. Calling promptly means getting on a team's schedule before the backlog builds up. Red Dot Restoration provides free assessments and can advise you on what needs to be addressed immediately versus what can wait while the full repair is scheduled.
Yes. Storm-driven water that enters through a damaged roof or compromised building envelope can travel into wall cavities, ceiling structures, and insulation. If this moisture is not professionally dried within 72 hours, mould can begin to establish in those hidden spaces. Red Dot Restoration assesses moisture intrusion and mould risk during our storm-damage inspection. When both are present, we coordinate remediation and restoration within a single scope of work.
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Call Red Dot Restoration for a free storm damage assessment. We'll inspect the full extent of the damage, clearly explain your options, and manage your insurance claim from start to finish.