When a Tree
Destroys Your Home
We Show Up.
A massive pine tree fell directly into this family's bedroom during a violent storm. E&E Contracting responded the next day — tarped the entire home, navigated the full insurance claim, and completed a total restoration in under two weeks. The homeowner paid nothing out of pocket beyond their deductible.
*Beyond the homeowner's insurance deductible
A Tree Through Your Roof Is Not Just a Repair Problem. It Is a Life-Safety Emergency.
Imagine lying in bed on a stormy night. The wind is howling, rain is hammering the windows, and then — in a fraction of a second — a sound like an explosion. A 60-foot pine tree, its roots saturated and weakened by months of rain, topples in the wind and drives its full weight directly into the corner of your home. The wall of your bedroom simply ceases to exist. Debris fills the room. Rain pours in. The temperature drops instantly.
In this case, no one was hurt — and that is the only thing that matters more than the property damage. But the danger does not end when the tree stops moving. A breached exterior wall exposes your family to the elements, creates an immediate electrical hazard if wiring is damaged, and begins a clock on mold growth the moment moisture enters the wall cavity. Every hour of delay multiplies the damage.
This is why E&E Contracting maintains 24/7 emergency response capability. We do not wait for business hours. We do not send an estimator to schedule a follow-up. We show up with tarps, ladders, and a crew — the same day — because we understand that your family's safety and your home's structure cannot wait.
From Disaster to Restored —
Every Step of the Process
The Bedroom Wall Is Gone
This is what a homeowner woke up to in the middle of a violent storm. A massive pine tree — weakened by years of root rot — came down with full force directly into the second-floor bedroom. The impact punched clean through the exterior wall, shattering the drywall, destroying the insulation, and leaving the room open to the outside. Debris covered the floor. The bed was inches away. Luckily, no one was in the room when it happened — but the family was shaken, the home was exposed, and rain was already beginning to pour in.
Siding Shredded, Roof Caved In
From the outside, the true scale of the destruction became clear. The siding on the entire upper section of the home was ripped apart like paper — panels peeled back, insulation exposed, structural sheathing cracked. At the roofline, the decking had been crushed and splintered where the trunk made contact. Multiple courses of shingles were gone. The home's thermal envelope was completely breached, and every hour of delay meant more water intrusion, more structural damage, and a higher insurance claim.
A Massive Tree Across the Roof
Standing back from the property, the full horror of the situation came into view. The tree — easily 60 feet tall and several feet in diameter at the base — had fallen at an angle that sent its canopy crashing directly into the upper corner of the home. Branches were embedded in the roofline. The gutter was destroyed. The fascia board was torn away. Structural rafters were visibly cracked. This was not a minor storm event — this was a catastrophic failure that required immediate emergency response and a complete insurance-backed restoration.
Roof Deck Crushed Under the Trunk
Up on the roof, the damage was even more severe than it appeared from the ground. Multiple large-diameter trunks and heavy branches had come to rest directly on the shingle surface, crushing the decking beneath. Shingles were pulverized. The roof deck was cracked through in several locations. Daylight was visible from the attic below. With more rain in the forecast, every minute the tree remained on the roof was another minute of water pouring into the home's structure.
Full Emergency Tarp — Next Day
E&E Contracting was on-site the very next morning after the homeowner's call. After coordinating with a tree removal crew to safely extract the fallen tree, our team immediately deployed a full-coverage emergency tarp system. Heavy-duty polyethylene tarps were secured across the entire damaged side of the home — from the roofline all the way down to the foundation — sealing out rain, wind, and further water intrusion. The homeowner watched as their home went from completely exposed to fully protected in a single afternoon. That peace of mind is priceless.
Secured and Protected While We Work
With the tarp in place, the homeowner could safely remain in the undamaged portion of their home while E&E began the insurance documentation process. Our team photographed every inch of the damage, prepared a detailed scope of work, and submitted a comprehensive claim package to the insurance adjuster. Within days, the claim was approved — covering the full cost of new siding on the entire home, complete framing repairs, new roof decking, a brand-new roof system, skylights, and all interior repairs. The homeowner paid nothing out of pocket beyond their deductible.
Down to the Studs — Full Framing Exposed
Once the insurance approval came through, E&E's crew moved fast. The damaged siding, sheathing, and insulation were stripped away to expose the full extent of the structural damage beneath. What we found confirmed what we suspected: multiple wall studs had been cracked or displaced by the impact, and the top plate had shifted. New framing lumber was brought in, damaged studs were sistered or replaced entirely, and the wall was rebuilt from the inside out — stronger than it was before the storm. This is the kind of work that most homeowners never see, but it is the foundation of everything that comes after.
Attic Trusses Inspected and Reinforced
Inside the attic, the damage extended further than the exterior suggested. Several roof trusses had been cracked or deflected by the weight of the falling tree, and the ridge board showed signs of stress. E&E's team inspected every truss in the affected section, sistered cracked members with new lumber, and installed heavy-gauge metal connector plates at all joints to restore the structural integrity of the roof system. This step is critical — a roof that looks fine on the outside but has compromised trusses will fail again under the next major snow load or wind event.
New Insulation Installed in Rebuilt Cavities
With the framing repaired and inspected, new insulation was installed throughout the rebuilt wall cavities. The insurance scope included upgrading the insulation to current energy-code standards — meaning the homeowner ended up with a better-insulated home than they had before the storm. Rigid foam board was fitted between the studs, and all gaps were sealed with spray foam to eliminate any thermal bridging. This is the kind of detail that shows up on your energy bill every month for the next 20 years.
Fresh Plywood Deck Laid Across the Roof
With the framing solid and the walls rebuilt, attention turned to the roof deck. All damaged OSB and plywood sheathing was removed and replaced with new 5/8" plywood, properly spaced and nailed to code. The new deck was flat, solid, and ready to receive the full Owens Corning roofing system. Because the insurance claim covered the entire roof — not just the damaged section — the homeowner received a complete, uniform new roof rather than a patchwork repair that would have looked mismatched and degraded the home's value.
Tyvek HomeWrap — The Whole House
Because the insurance approved re-siding the entire home — not just the damaged side — E&E stripped all of the old siding and wrapped the complete exterior in DuPont Tyvek HomeWrap. This weather-resistant barrier is the critical layer between your siding and your framing, blocking wind-driven rain while allowing the wall assembly to breathe and dry. Installing Tyvek on the full home ensures a consistent, code-compliant installation with no mismatched sections or gaps at the transition points. You can see the new roof already installed at this stage — the transformation is already dramatic.
New Siding — Side Wall Complete
The new siding installation began on the most severely damaged side of the home. Crisp white vinyl siding — selected by the homeowner to match the colonial character of the house — was installed course by course from the foundation up. Every piece was properly lapped, nailed, and trimmed. The result was a perfectly flat, uniform surface that looked brand new — because it was. The contrast between the finished side and the Tyvek-wrapped front made the quality of the work impossible to miss.
Garage Side — Clean Lines, Perfect Fit
The garage side of the home received the same attention to detail. Siding was carefully cut and fitted around the brick chimney, the garage doors, and all trim elements. Proper J-channel and corner trim were installed at every transition to ensure a watertight, professional finish. This is the side of the home that faces the driveway — the first thing guests and neighbors see — and it needed to look flawless. It does.
New Roof with Skylights — Front Elevation
The new Owens Corning architectural shingle roof was installed across the entire home. The homeowner selected a charcoal gray color that complemented the white siding and black shutters perfectly. The front porch roof — visible from the street — shows the quality of the installation: tight, straight courses, clean hip returns, and properly installed drip edge and starter strips. This is a roof that will protect this home for the next 30 years.
Brand-New Skylights Installed
As part of the insurance-approved scope, the homeowner received two brand-new Velux skylights and a solar tube — upgrades that transformed the interior of the home with natural light. The skylights were properly flashed and integrated into the new roof system, with self-adhesive ice-and-water shield installed around every penetration. A new pipe boot and vent stack were also installed. This is the kind of comprehensive restoration that turns a disaster into an opportunity — the homeowner ended up with a home that was genuinely better in every measurable way.
"First, I just want to say — thank God no one was hurt. When that tree came through the wall I was terrified. James came out the next day and honestly he made everything so much easier. He handled all the insurance, all the paperwork, everything. I only had to pay my $1,000 deductible and I basically got a brand new home. New roof, new siding, new skylights — everything. I am so grateful. James and the E&E team are the best."
Before & After
Drag the slider to compare. Same home. Under 2 weeks apart.
- ✕Tree through bedroom wall
- ✕Roof decking crushed and open
- ✕Siding ripped off entire side
- ✕Insulation and framing exposed
- ✕Home open to weather
- ✓New Owens Corning architectural shingle roof
- ✓Brand-new Velux skylights installed
- ✓Full home re-sided in white vinyl
- ✓All framing repaired and reinforced
- ✓Interior drywall and insulation restored
What E&E Handles in an Emergency
We are not just roofers. When disaster strikes, we manage the entire restoration — from the first tarp to the final coat of paint.
Tree Impact Damage
Roof, walls, framing, and interior — we handle the full scope.
Wind & Storm Damage
Blown-off shingles, damaged siding, missing gutters.
Emergency Tarping
Same-day weatherproofing to stop water intrusion immediately.
Insurance Navigation
We document, photograph, and submit the full claim for you.
Structural Repairs
Framing, sheathing, decking — we rebuild from the inside out.
Full Restoration
Roofing, siding, skylights, gutters, and interior repairs.
Storm Hit Your Home?
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Don't wait. Every hour of delay means more water damage, more mold risk, and a harder insurance claim. We respond fast, work fast, and get you back in your home fast.