Is Your Roof Ready for an Above-Average 2025 Hurricane Season?
Why You Should Care (Even This Far from the Coast)
Forecasters are calling for 19 named storms, nine hurricanes, and four majors in the Atlantic this year—well above the 30-year average. And while Bucks and Montgomery Counties sit roughly 60 miles from the ocean, we learned during Ida (2021) that leftover tropical systems can still unleash EF-1 tornadoes, flash-flood emergencies, and roof-ripping winds right here at home.
Translation: now is exactly the time to hard-check your roof before the season officially opens on June 1. Use our pro-approved checklist below—or book a free, drone-enhanced inspection and let Riddick Roofing handle it for you.
10-Point Hurricane-Season Roof Checklist
| # | What to Inspect | What You’re Looking For |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shingles & Tiles | Missing, cracked, curled, or granular loss—prime spots for wind uplift. |
| 2 | Flashing at Chimneys & Valleys | Rust, gaps, or lifted edges where wind-driven rain can enter. |
| 3 | Gutters & Downspouts | Clogs, sagging sections, loose hangers; water should exit 5 ft from the foundation. |
| 4 | Fascia & Soffits | Rot, soft spots, or separated seams that invite moisture and pests. |
| 5 | Attic Ventilation & Insulation | Damp insulation, musty odors, or daylight peeking through—signs of hidden leaks. |
| 6 | Penetrations (Skylights, Vents) | Cracked sealant or loose boots around plumbing stacks and solar mounts. |
| 7 | Sealant on Nail Heads & Ridge Caps | Dried or missing caulk that needs resealing. |
| 8 | Nearby Trees & Overhanging Limbs | Branches within 6 ft of the roof can snap and puncture shingles in high winds. |
| 9 | Ground-Level Drainage | Pooled water at downspout exits—could back-flow into soffits during heavy rain. |
| 10 | Insurance Docs & Photos | Snap “before” pictures now; store policies in a dry, fire-safe place for easy claims. |
Pro Tip: If any step raises questions, schedule a no-cost inspection and have our Owens Corning Platinum Preferred crew capture 4K drone imagery of problem areas.
What a Platinum Preferred Inspection Covers That DIY Can’t:
- 20-point roof, gutter, and attic assessment
- FAA-licensed drone flyover (keeps boots off aging shingles)
- Moisture-meter readings inside the attic
- Same-day photo report with repair options & budget-friendly financing
- 100 % free for Bucks, Montgomery, and South Jersey homeowners through July 31, 2025
Save (or Earn) Money with Riddick Roofing’s Refer-Pro App:
Head to ridroof.com/rooferral-program.
Register for Refer-Pro—it’s quick and free.
Snap a photo of any roof needing help (yours or a neighbor’s).
When that project closes, you pocket cash rewards (average payout ≈ $150).
Your own roof in great shape? Turn storm season into a side hustle by referring others!
Ready to Storm-Proof Your Roof?
Click “Schedule Appointment” below or call 215-444-ROOF (7663).
