Storm Damage Restoration in Ottawa, Ontario
Ottawa has been hit by a derecho, an ice storm, tornadoes, hail and cloudbursts in recent years, and each leaves a different kind of damage. 911 Restoration of Ottawa responds around the clock in Centretown and the Glebe, Lowertown and Sandy Hill, Westboro and Hintonburg, Rockcliffe Park and New Edinburgh, Vanier and Overbrook, Alta Vista, Gloucester, Orléans, Cumberland and Navan, Nepean, Bells Corners and Britannia, Barrhaven, Riverside South and Hunt Club, Manotick, Greely, Kanata, and Stittsville.
Quick answer: 911 Restoration of Ottawa provides 24/7 storm damage restoration across Ottawa, including Nepean, Kanata, Orléans, Barrhaven, and Westboro and Hintonburg: emergency tarping and board-up, water extraction, drying, debris and tree damage cleanup, and repairs, with a typical 45-minute arrival and Direct Insurance Coordination. Call (343) 321-0430 for immediate help.
The Storms That Damage Ottawa Properties
Derecho wind and fallen trees
The May 21, 2022 derecho brought down trees and power lines across Ottawa and damaged farm buildings in Navan. A tree through a roof lets rain into the attic and ceilings, so we tarp first, then extract and dry before repairs begin.
Tornadoes in Nepean and Orléans
An EF2 tornado touched down in Nepean on September 21, 2018 and hit Craig Henry hard. On June 2, 2019 a tornado struck Orléans and felled trees onto homes and vehicles. After a tornado, roofs, siding and windows can be open to the weather, so board-up and structural checks come before interior work.
Ice storms, ice dams and hail
The April 5, 2023 ice storm weighed down trees and wires, and a July 2023 hail storm in Westboro and McKellar Park broke branches onto Keenan Avenue. Ice dams on a roof push meltwater under shingles and into ceilings, so we trace the wet path and dry the attic and walls.
How We Handle Storm Damage Restoration in Ottawa
- You call (343) 321-0430 once the storm passes. We give you safety steps and dispatch a crew.
- We tarp roofs, board up windows and doors, and remove debris that threatens the structure.
- We extract water, map moisture, and set up drying equipment.
- We document the damage with photos and readings for your claim.
- We dry to verified targets and repair roofs, walls, ceilings, and floors with our own crews.
For the national overview of this service, see Storm Damage Restoration.
Signs You Need Storm Damage Restoration, and What To Do First
- Missing or lifted shingles, or a tree limb on the roof
- Water stains on ceilings after wind-driven rain
- Broken windows, doors, or siding
- Water in the basement after a flash flood
- Ice dams along the roof edge with water inside the house
- A musty smell in the attic in the weeks after a storm
Stay away from downed power lines and do not enter a flooded basement until the power is off. If it is safe, cover openings and move valuables away from leaks, take photos of the damage, and call (343) 321-0430 so we can tarp, board up, and start drying.
What Affects the Scope and Timeline
The scope depends on how the storm got in: through the roof, through broken openings, or through the basement. Wind and hail damage often lets water into attics and wall cavities, where it spreads before stains appear. We inspect the whole path of the water and document it for your adjuster.
Tarping and board-up happen the same day. Drying usually takes 3 to 5 days, and repairs follow, with timing that depends on roofing and material availability after widespread storms.
What We Restore After a Storm
- Roofs and attics after wind and hail
- Ceilings and drywall after wind-driven rain
- Basements after flash floods
- Windows, doors, and siding
- Ceilings and walls after ice dams
- Garages and outbuildings
- Contents and furniture
- Commercial roofs and storefronts
Insurance and Documentation for Storm Damage Restoration
We provide Direct Insurance Coordination on storm claims, with photos, readings, and a written scope for your adjuster. Wind, hail, and ice dam damage are usually handled under your homeowner policy, while surface flooding needs flood coverage, so ask your carrier which parts of a storm loss apply.
Why Property Owners Choose 911 Restoration for Storm Damage Restoration
24/7 Response, 45-Minute Typical Arrival
We answer every call at any hour, and our typical arrival is 45 minutes, so damage gets attention while it can still be contained.
IICRC-Certified Technicians
Trained crews with moisture meters, thermal imaging, and the containment and disinfection equipment each job requires.
Direct Insurance Coordination, No Subcontractors
One local team documents the loss, works with your adjuster, and handles the work from emergency response through reconstruction.
We provide this service in Centretown and the Glebe, Lowertown and Sandy Hill, Westboro and Hintonburg, Rockcliffe Park and New Edinburgh, Vanier and Overbrook, Alta Vista, Gloucester, Orléans, Cumberland and Navan, Nepean, Bells Corners and Britannia, Barrhaven, Riverside South and Hunt Club, Manotick, Greely, Kanata, and Stittsville.
Frequently Asked Storm Damage Restoration Questions in Ottawa
What should I do after a tree falls on my house?
Do you handle damage from an ice storm?
Can you help after a tornado in Orléans or Nepean?
How do I know if hail or wind damaged my roof?
Will insurance cover storm damage in Ottawa?
Related Services from 911 Restoration of Ottawa
This page is part of 911 Restoration of Ottawa. If your loss involves more than one problem, we also provide Water Damage Restoration, Reconstruction, and Commercial Restoration, all handled by the same local team.
Contact 911 Restoration of Ottawa About Storm Damage Restoration
When a storm opens your home to the weather, call us to close it up.