The only repairs you should make yourself are those that are absolutely necessary to prevent further damage. For example, if your roof suffers minor harm during a tropical storm such as having some shingles torn loose, you may need to replace the shingles before another storm comes along. We recommend being strategic about making repairs because the insurance company can deny a claim if you’ve begun to fix the damage. But, they can also deny a claim if you fail to prevent further damage.
If you have questions about whether it is the right time to make repairs, the best thing to do is contact your Hurricane Ida insurance claims lawyer right away. This will help to protect you when the time comes to prove you had no choice but to conduct some basic repairs to prevent further damage.