Free Homeowner Resource

Storm-Damaged Roof?
Know Your Next Step.

Download the free Homeowner Storm Recovery Guide from Ray's Roofing Supply — a practical, plain-English playbook for roof damage, insurance conversations, contractor selection, and budget material options.

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Serving Hammond, Northwest Indiana, Chicago & surrounding storm-impacted communities.
Homeowner Resource
Homeowner Storm Recovery Guide
Insurance claim checklist
Contractor scorecard
Damage photo checklist
Ray's Roofing Supply · Free PDF
Community Support

Ray's is working with Recover International to help financially struggling storm victims with roof replacement materials. Assistance is limited and subject to eligibility — ask our staff about your situation.

What's Inside

Everything you need to recover with confidence

After high winds or a tornado, homeowners face fast decisions and unfamiliar territory. This guide walks you through it step by step — no jargon, no pressure.

1

First 24–48 hours

What to do (and what to avoid) right after roof damage, plus the warning signs that call for a professional inspection.

2

Insurance claim prep

Checklists for before you call, before the adjuster visit, and after — with plain-English questions to ask your carrier.

3

Choosing a contractor

Green flags, red flags, and the questions to ask before you sign anything — plus a printable scorecard to compare bids.

4

Budget material options

Name-brand shingles with full warranties and discounted SMOOSI inventory explained — with the questions to ask about each.

5

Printable worksheets

A fillable insurance & repair worksheet and damage photo checklist to keep your claim organized in one place.

6

Local help from Ray's

Real people at our Hammond and Chicago branches for material questions, budget options, and contractor referrals.

How It Works

Three steps to a safer recovery

The guide is built around a simple approach:

1

Stay safe

Don't climb on a damaged roof. Protect people first, and know when to call for emergency help.

2

Document damage

Take the right photos, save receipts, and organize your claim information before you talk to anyone.

3

Get help

Contact Ray's staff for contractor referrals, material questions, and budget options.

Get the free guide before you sign anything

One PDF. Print it, fill it in, and bring it to your adjuster or contractor conversation.

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Two Local Branches

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Ray's — Hammond, IN

(219) 932-7297

5020 Trankle Court, Hammond, IN 46327
Mon–Fri 7:00 am–4:00 pm · Sat 7:00 am–noon

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Ray's — Chicago, IL

(773) 288-1300

6830 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60637
Mon–Fri 7:00 am–4:00 pm · Sat 7:00 am–noon

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Ray's Roofing Supply is a local roofing material supplier. Ray's does not install roofs, adjust insurance claims, or act as your contractor. Coverage decisions are made by your insurance carrier. Assistance program availability is limited and subject to eligibility.

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5020 Trankle Ct, Hammond, IN 46327, USA

Hammond, IN

5020 Trankle Ct, Hammond, IN

6830 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA

Chicago, IL

6830 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL

(773) 288-1300

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Elmwood, LA

415 Edwards Ave, New Orleans, LA