Free Storm Damage Inspections in Metro East Illinois

Illinois requires roofing contractors to be registered with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Contractors must carry general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage. Many Metro East municipalities have additional local licensing requirements. Always verify that your contractor holds a valid state roofing registration and meets local requirements. SDAT and all SDAT contractor partners maintain all required state and local licenses.

Metro East Illinois experiences the same storm systems as the St. Louis metro on the Missouri side. In fact, storms that form over central Missouri frequently cross the Mississippi and deliver hail to Belleville, O'Fallon, Collinsville, and Edwardsville. The Metro East averages 6 to 10 significant hail events per year, with peak season from March through July. Because the same storm can damage roofs on both sides of the river, SDAT's St. Louis-based team is ideally positioned to serve Metro East homeowners with fast response times.

Illinois law gives homeowners strong protections during the claims process. You have the right to choose your own contractor — your insurance company cannot require you to use a specific vendor. The Illinois Department of Insurance requires insurers to acknowledge claims within 15 business days and make a coverage determination within a reasonable time. If you disagree with your adjuster's assessment, you can request a re-inspection or file a complaint with the Illinois Department of Insurance at (217) 782-4515.

We typically schedule inspections within 24–48 hours of booking. Our team is based in St. Louis and serves the entire Metro East area, so travel time is minimal. After major storm events, demand increases — booking early ensures you get a prompt inspection before the backlog builds.

Yes. The Illinois Roofing Industry Licensing Act (225 ILCS 335) requires all roofing contractors to be registered with the state. Illinois also has strong consumer protection laws under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act that prohibit misrepresentation, high-pressure tactics, and deductible rebates. After a major storm, unregistered out-of-state contractors often appear — always verify state registration before signing any contract.