Southern Illinois wind
People in Carbondale still talk about the May 8, 2009 derecho, when hurricane-force straight-line winds swept across Southern Illinois and dropped trees on homes all over Jackson and Williamson counties. Storms like that are rare, but strong wind and falling timber are a normal part of spring and summer here.
The Shawnee Hills are heavily wooded, and many homes around Carbondale, Murphysboro and Makanda sit right under oaks. When a limb comes through, the goal is to get the opening covered before the next band of rain.
Communities we cover
Carbondale, Murphysboro, Marion, Herrin, Carterville, Makanda, Anna, Du Quoin, Harrisburg and the rest of Southern Illinois.
Before the crew arrives
- Leave any room where a tree or limb came through.
- Turn off power to wet ceiling fixtures.
- Photograph the roof from the ground and the damage inside.
- Call (618) 549-0800 and tell us about downed lines and how to reach the house.
Carbondale emergency tarping questions
Do you tarp in Marion and Herrin?
Yes. We tarp across Williamson, Jackson, Union and nearby counties.
Is your Southern Illinois roofing license on file?
Yes. John Beal Roofing holds Illinois roofing license IL104011957.
Do you answer at night?
Yes. (618) 549-0800 is answered 24/7.
Do you tarp student rentals near SIU?
Yes. Tenants can call, and we will coordinate with the owner on anything beyond the temporary cover.