Service · St Johns County

Hurricane damage repair across St. Johns County

Board-ups, tarping, post-storm repairs. 24/7 emergency line. We document for insurance from the first visit.

Get a free hurricane damage repair quote (904) 871‑5791
Owner Locally owned · Ponte Vedra Beach · 15+ years in St. Johns County

St Johns Handyman responds to hurricane damage across St. Johns County, including Ponte Vedra Beach, Ponte Vedra, Nocatee, Jacksonville Beach, and St. Augustine. We provide pre-storm board-ups, emergency post-storm tarping, water-intrusion drywall repair, and direct insurance-company invoicing for most claims. Our 24/7 emergency line is (904) 871-5791. Board-ups typically run $200–$800; emergency tarps $200–$500; post-storm repairs are quoted per scope and depend on damage severity.

What we do

Common hurricane damage repair jobs we take

Pre-storm board-up

Plywood or pre-cut storm panels on exposed openings. Typically 24–48 hours notice needed. $200–$800 per home.

Emergency tarping

Roof tarps to stop water intrusion after wind damage, until a roofer can do permanent repair. $200–$500.

Water intrusion drywall

Cut out and replace water-damaged ceiling and wall drywall. Document for insurance. $500–$2,000 per room.

Fence & exterior repair

Storm-damaged fence panels, gate posts, exterior trim, soffit. Quoted per scope.

Insurance documentation

Time-stamped photos, written scope, direct invoicing to your adjuster. Most policies allow this.

Post-storm cleanup

Yard debris, fallen-branch carpentry, broken-window glass cleanup. Same-day where possible.

What it costs

Honest ranges, no call-out fee.

Every job is different, but here's what most jobs in this category run. We give a firm estimate before we start, and you owe us nothing if you don't hire us.

Job type
Typical range
What changes the price
Pre-storm board-up
$300 – $5,000 +
Plywood or pre-cut storm panels on exposed openings. Typically 24–48 hours notice needed. $200–$800 per home.
Emergency tarping
$300 – $5,000 +
Roof tarps to stop water intrusion after wind damage, until a roofer can do permanent repair. $200–$500.
Water intrusion drywall
$300 – $5,000 +
Cut out and replace water-damaged ceiling and wall drywall. Document for insurance. $500–$2,000 per room.
Fence & exterior repair
$300 – $5,000 +
Storm-damaged fence panels, gate posts, exterior trim, soffit. Quoted per scope.
Free estimate · No obligation · Bonded & insured.
How it works

Three steps, no surprises.

  1. 1

    Call or text

    Tell us what's wrong in a sentence — phone or a quick text with a photo.

  2. 2

    On-site estimate

    We come out, look at the job, and quote you a firm price. No call-out fee.

  3. 3

    Done

    Most jobs in this category are completed in a single visit. We clean up before we leave.

What to do in the first 24 hours after damage

  1. Safety first. If there’s exposed wiring or a structural concern, stay out until someone qualified clears it.
  2. Photograph everything before anyone touches anything. Time-stamped photos are what your insurance claim runs on.
  3. Stop the water. Tarp, plastic sheeting, or whatever it takes to keep further damage from accumulating.
  4. Call your insurance carrier to start the claim.
  5. Call us to get on the schedule for emergency repairs.

Insurance work — how it actually goes

Most homeowners’ policies cover sudden wind and water damage from named storms. Slow leaks, neglected maintenance, or pre-existing issues usually aren’t covered. We document everything from arrival so you have a complete record. We can invoice your insurance directly for most claims, with your authorization.

What's in a quote

Honest line items. No mystery fees.

Here's exactly how we put a quote together for a typical small repair. Tap any row to see what each line covers.

  • Labor $180 3 hrs × $60/hr

    We charge a per-job rate when we can. When the scope is open-ended, we charge $60/hour per technician. We always tell you which it is before we start so you can decide.

  • Materials $42 drywall, primer, fasteners

    We pass through our cost on materials at no markup. Receipts on request. Anything we already have on the truck — patch kits, common fasteners — is included in labor at no extra charge.

  • Dump / disposal $25 haul-away of debris

    If the job creates more than a kitchen trash bag of waste, we add a small disposal fee. Smaller jobs are included in labor. For very large jobs (full room demos), a dumpster rental gets quoted separately.

  • Workmanship coverage $10 12-month workmanship coverage

    A small per-job amount that funds our 12-month workmanship coverage. If a covered workmanship issue comes up within 12 months of completion, we'll come back and make it right at no extra labor charge — see our Terms of Service for what's covered and what isn't.

  • Cleanup included drop cloths, vacuum, wipe

    Drop cloths, dust containment, vacuum, wipe — always included in labor, never a separate line. We leave the room cleaner than we found it.

  • Trip / service fee $0 no call-out or trip fee

    We do not charge a call-out fee or trip fee. The drive is on us. For very far jobs outside our standard service area (Hastings, parts of southwest St. Johns County) we may quote a small travel addition — we tell you about it upfront, never in the invoice.

Total $257

Sample quote for a typical small repair. Your actual quote is firm and in writing before any work begins. No surprises.

Common pairings

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Frequently asked

Hurricane damage repair — questions we get a lot

Do you board up homes before a storm?

Yes — plywood or pre-cut storm panels. We typically need 24–48 hours notice. During an active storm advisory, call as early as possible; the schedule fills fast.

Can you tarp a damaged roof after a storm?

We can install an emergency tarp to stop water intrusion until a roofer can do permanent repairs. Tarp jobs are typically $200–$500 depending on size and pitch.

What do I do first if a tree falls on my house?

Call your insurance carrier and us — in either order. We'll come over, tarp anything actively leaking, document with photos for your claim, and clear the immediate hazard.

Do you take FEMA / insurance work?

We can invoice directly for insurance work in most cases. We'll work with your adjuster on scope and pricing.

How fast can you respond after a major storm?

In the first 24 hours we triage by severity — leaking roofs and unsecured openings first. We typically reach most homes in St. Johns County within 24–48 hours of a major storm.

Can you do full roof replacement?

Roof replacements we refer to a licensed roofer. Tarp the damage, document it, get a roofer in for the permanent work — that's the sequence.

Where we work

Hurricane damage repair across St. Johns County

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Bonded & insured.

Every visit and every dollar of work is covered. Ask us for our certificate of insurance any time.

No call-out fee.

Free estimates. You owe us nothing if you decide not to hire us.

12-month workmanship coverage.

If covered workmanship fails within a year, we come back and make it right. See what's covered →