Storm just passed? Water coming through the ceiling? Call us. Active leaks and storm damage go to the front of the line, and we'll tarp the opening so the next band of rain doesn't make it worse.
Then Collins Roofing and Repair inspects the roof and attic, photographs every issue, and repairs what the storm actually broke. Local office in Conway. Licensed and insured. Written workmanship warranty.
Emergency roof tarping is a temporary cover that seals a damaged roof until the permanent repair is done. Collins Roofing and Repair tarps openings to keep rain off your decking, attic and ceilings while the full repair is planned.
Pines and oaks drop limbs in every summer thunderstorm and tropical system. A limb through the roof has to be cleared, covered and checked before the next band of rain, then the broken decking and rafters get repaired.
"Called and scheduled an appointment and Josh came out the next day on time. Josh made a small repair and now no more leaks into the half bath!"
A tarp is a stopgap. Sun and wind wear it down in weeks, not years. Collins Roofing and Repair schedules the permanent repair as soon as materials and weather allow.
Hidden storm damage is damage that doesn't show from the yard but still lets water in or shortens roof life. Wind can break the seal between shingle courses without moving them, so the roof looks fine from the curb. Collins Roofing and Repair gets on the roof and into the attic, because that's where most of it hides.
Wind-bent tabs that lie flat but have lost their seal.
Hail hits that only show up close.
At chimneys, walls, skylights and valleys.
Fasteners backed out under wind stress.
Cracked caps and loose vent boots.
Backed-up water rots the roof edge and decking.
Stained decking, damp insulation and rusty nail tips.
Small openings let water into the decking a little at a time. By the time a ceiling stain shows, the plywood can be soft. Catching it right after the storm keeps the fix small.
Book a free roof inspection and see every issue in photos.
"Very thorough and friendly did not try to sell me anything very honest."
Hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30, and this stretch of coast takes a hit every few years. Some storms bring wind, some bring river flooding, and the worst bring both. Collins Roofing and Repair has repaired roofs after the recent ones.
| Storm | Date | What Happened Here |
|---|---|---|
| Hugo | Sep 21 to 22, 1989 | Category 4 landfall to the south. About 13 feet of surge in Garden City and Surfside Beach, where up to 90 percent of Garden City homes were wiped out. |
| Matthew | Oct 8, 2016 | The center crossed directly over Myrtle Beach with hurricane-force gusts. First-ever flash flood emergency for Horry County. The Waccamaw at Conway hit a then-record 19.1 feet. |
| Florence | Sep 2018 | Days of rain, then river flooding. The Waccamaw at Conway crested at a record 22.1 feet. About 360 Conway homes and businesses flooded, and Loris City Hall's roof collapsed. |
| Dorian | Sep 5, 2019 | Gusts to 63 mph in Myrtle Beach and 61 mph in North Myrtle Beach. An EF1 tornado in Little River damaged roofs, and an EF0 hit Socastee. |
| Isaias | Aug 3, 2020 | Landfall just over the state line at Ocean Isle Beach, NC. A 70 mph gust at Crescent Beach, 41 mph in Conway, and a tornado that damaged homes in Garden City. |
| Ian | Sep 30, 2022 | Landfall near Georgetown, just south of Pawleys Island. Gusts of 84 mph at Winyah Bay and 68 mph in Murrells Inlet. Trees fell on homes in Conway and Loris, and over 60,000 Horry County customers lost power. |
| Debby | Aug 2024 | 13.85 inches of rain in Conway and 17.04 inches in Loris. Gusts to 48 mph in North Myrtle Beach. The Waccamaw near Conway crested at 14.9 feet. |
| Helene | Sep 27, 2024 | Tornado warnings for Aynor, Carolina Forest, Conway and Myrtle Beach. Over 11,500 customers in Horry and Georgetown counties lost power. |
The National Weather Service logged 23 wind reports and a golf ball hail report across Horry County through early September 2026.
| Date (2026) | Where | What Was Reported |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5 | Grand Strand | 40 mph gusts and trees down on US 17 and Little River Road |
| Aug 16 | Aynor | 58 mph wind |
| Jul 11 | Countywide | 65 mph gust in Forestbrook, 51 mph at the Myrtle Beach airport, nearly 2,000 outages |
| Jun 13 to 14 | Longs and Conway | Trees down on homes and power lines |
| May 11 | Green Sea (near Loris) and Forestbrook | 1.75 inch golf ball hail near Green Sea, trees on homes and a semi-trailer blown over in Forestbrook |
| Mar 8 to 12 | Conway area | Trees down |
"Josh and Randall did a fantastic job on my roof repair in Mullins."
The first hours after a storm decide how much damage turns into water damage. Collins Roofing and Repair recommends this checklist for every homeowner in our service area.
Wet shingles and hidden holes make it dangerous. Stay clear of downed lines too.
Take pictures outside and inside before anything is moved or repaired, for your own records.
Set out buckets, move furniture and electronics, and lay down towels.
Look for drips, wet insulation or daylight through the decking.
Get openings covered before the next band of rain.
Look up the license at llr.sc.gov before anyone climbs your roof.
"Great customer service, quick and efficient."
Most storm repairs cost far less than a new roof. Published 2026 guides put a localized leak repair at about $300-$1,000+ and an emergency tarp at about $150-$3,300+, with most near $450. Collins Roofing and Repair gives you a written price after a free inspection.
| Storm Repair | Typical 2026 Range |
|---|---|
| Emergency roof tarp | $150-$3,300+, averaging about $450 |
| Vent or pipe boot replacement | $150-$300+ |
| Shingle replacement, per damaged area | $200-$500+ |
| Flashing repair | $300-$700+ |
| Localized leak repair | $300-$1,000+ |
| Valley repair | $500-$1,500+ |
| Decking replacement, 3 or more sheets | Adds $500-$1,500+ |
| Full architectural shingle roof, 2,000 sq ft | $7,600-$12,000+ |
Collins Roofing and Repair handles every roofing need before and after storm season.
Every roof we inspect, repair and replace.
Leaks, flashing, vents and skylights traced to the source.
Full tear-off and new roof when the damage is widespread.
Free inspections with photos of every issue.
A sealed deck and locked-down edges for the next hurricane.
Panels that shed heavy rain and handle coastal wind.
Storm repairs on porches, additions and low-slope roofs.
Storm damage only gets worse with time. Call Collins Roofing and Repair for emergency tarping and a free storm inspection, see photos of every issue, and get a repair backed by a written workmanship warranty.
