Winter storms lift shingles, tear off ridge caps, crack tiles and drop limbs onto roofs. Quick tarping and good documentation make the rest of the process easier. Here's how that plays out in Windsor, what to do right now, and how to reach an independent, licensed local provider. Call (628) 336-1777 any time, or use the form on this page.
Storm and wind roof damage in Windsor: what we see
Windsor's open plain gets windy in winter storms, and trees planted in newer neighborhoods have grown big enough to drop limbs on roofs.
The local picture
Wind and weather exposure. Exposure decides how hard storms hit roofs here. Windsor is inland, with hot summers and cool winter nights.
Trees, slopes and access. Site conditions affect both damage and how quickly crews can reach you. Windsor spans flat to gently rolling ground on the north end of the Santa Rosa Plain.
Neighborhoods include the Town Green area, newer subdivisions, and rural edges toward the hills. Conditions vary from street to street, so a provider should look at your specific home rather than assume.
What to do right now
- Get people away from any area where a limb or tree has hit the house.
- Look from the ground, with binoculars, for missing shingles, lifted edges or debris.
- Photograph damage outside and inside before any cleanup.
- Call for emergency tarping if the roof is open.
- Notify your insurer.
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Windsor checklist
- Clear gutters and check for lifted shingles after each big storm.
- Have large trees near the house evaluated by a qualified arborist.
- Keep tarps, buckets and a flashlight indoors.
- Save a licensed roofer's number before the season starts.
Local resources for Windsor
- Permits: Town of Windsor
- Emergency alerts: SoCoAlert, the County's free notifications
- Sandbags: Sonoma County sandbag locations, updated during weather events
- Contractor licenses: CSLB license check
How a provider handles it
A roofer secures the roof (often with a tarp), documents the damage, and provides a written repair or replacement scope that you can share with your insurer. For the full picture, read our complete guide and the deep dive Checking a fire-rebuild roof. We also have a storm-season article: Hiring a roofer after a disaster.
Before you hire anyone, check the license on the CSLB site. Here's how we vet providers.
Dealing with this right now?Tell us what's happening and we'll connect you with an independent local provider.
More for Windsor
- Roof repair in Windsor: our full local page
- Storm and wind roof damage service
- Roof leak repair in Windsor
- Roof replacement in Windsor
- Emergency roof tarping in Windsor
- Gutter repair and cleaning in Windsor
- Same problem nearby: storm damage in Santa Rosa, storm damage in Healdsburg, storm damage in Forestville
- Storm and wind roof damage in every Sonoma County town
Sources
Sources checked October 18, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get emergency help quickly in Windsor?
Usually. Call as soon as it's safe, and we'll connect you with a local provider.
Does insurance cover storm damage?
Sudden storm damage is commonly covered, subject to your policy; wear and tear generally isn't.
Should I sign with a roofer who knocks on my door?
Be cautious. Verify the license, get written scopes and compare bids. See our hiring guide.