Why Hiring a Licensed Contractor in Grove City Matters After a Storm

When a storm hits Grove City or the surrounding areas—Dublin, Hilliard, Galloway, Westerville—you don’t have time to waste. Hail, high winds, and flying debris can tear into your roof, siding, or windows in minutes. Once the damage is done, the clock starts ticking on preventing bigger problems like water intrusion or mold.

Here’s the deal: not all contractors are equal, and after a storm, that matters more than ever.

What “Licensed” Actually Means

In Ohio, a “licensed contractor” typically means someone registered with the local municipality who meets requirements for insurance, permits, and inspections. In Franklin County and Grove City specifically, contractors must be registered, bonded, and insured to pull building permits.

If they’re not? You’re on the hook for any damage they cause, and you might have to redo work that doesn’t meet code.

Why It Matters After Storm Damage

After a storm, unlicensed or out-of-town contractors (a.k.a. storm chasers) often flood the area. They promise quick fixes, take deposits, and vanish—leaving behind shoddy work, no permits, and zero accountability.

Here’s why a licensed storm damage contractor is essential:

• They can pull permits. No permit? The job’s not legal.

• They follow Ohio building codes. That means proper roof decking, flashing, and ice barrier installation.

• They carry liability insurance and workers’ comp. You’re protected if someone gets hurt or damages your property.

• They’ll still be around. Local contractors like Total Home Water Restoration live and work here. We don’t disappear after the job’s done.

A Real Example From Grove City

After the June windstorm last year, we got a call from a homeowner in Grove City whose roof was leaking around the chimney. The previous “contractor” replaced shingles but skipped the flashing. No permit. No inspection. No license. That homeowner paid twice: once for the bad fix, and again for us to do it right.

Don’t let that be you.

What to Ask Before You Hire

Before signing anything, ask:

• Are you licensed to work in Grove City?

• Can you show me your liability insurance and workers’ comp?

• Will you pull permits and schedule inspections?

• Can I see photos of your local work?

If they hesitate—walk away.

We’re Here to Do It Right

At Total Home Water Restoration, we’re not just licensed—we’re also insured, experienced, and local. We know how to restore storm-damaged homes properly, from shingles to sheathing, drywall to insulation. We follow IRC and Ohio code for every repair, and we treat your home like it’s ours.

Call us if you’ve got:

• Wind damage to shingles, siding, or gutters

• Hail impacts on your roof or windows

• Water damage from roof leaks

• A roof that wasn’t done right the first time

Let’s get your home fixed the right way—the first time.

📍 Total Home Water Restoration
4141 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123
📞 380-246-1837

“From disaster to done right. We fix it like it’s our own home.”