Kansas City storm season, roof by roof
The metro sits right in the path of spring supercells coming off the plains. Hail, straight-line wind and fast-moving squall lines are a regular part of the year. On the night of October 13, 2026, strong storms knocked trees onto houses and cut power across the region, and many homeowners woke up to limbs through the roof and water in the attic.
Kansas City neighborhoods like Brookside, Waldo, the Northland and older parts of Overland Park and Prairie Village are full of tall, mature trees. A broken limb can tear through shingles and decking in seconds. A tarp holds the opening closed until the permanent repair or replacement can be scheduled.
Both sides of State Line
We cover Kansas City, Independence, Lee's Summit, Blue Springs, Liberty, Gladstone, Raytown and Grandview in Missouri, and Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa, Shawnee, Leawood, Prairie Village and Kansas City, Kansas.
Before the crew arrives
- Stay out from under any spot where a limb came through the ceiling.
- If water is near light fixtures, shut off that circuit at the breaker.
- Photograph the outside from the ground and every wet room inside, before anything is moved.
- Call (816) 572-9500 or (913) 281-6000 and tell us about downed lines and how to reach the damage.
Kansas City emergency tarping questions
Which number should I call in Kansas City?
Missouri side: (816) 572-9500. Kansas side: (913) 281-6000. Both are answered 24/7 and reach the same John Beal Roofing team.
Do you tarp roofs in Johnson County, Kansas?
Yes. We tarp in Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa, Shawnee, Leawood, Prairie Village and the rest of Johnson County, plus Wyandotte County.
What if hail broke shingles but nothing is leaking yet?
Hail bruises do not always need a tarp. If granules are knocked loose but the mat is intact, we may recommend an inspection instead. If shingles are cracked or missing, we cover them before the next rain.
Should I call my insurance company first?
You can do both. A tarp protects the house while you start the claim, and we document the damage with photos you can give your adjuster.