When a roof is temporarily covered, the next inspection can create a practical question: will the crew need to remove the covering so the adjuster can see underneath?
Leo Dailey of Veteran Construction and Roofing shared his experience after using Steel Skin Shield. His account describes a job where the temporary covering stayed in place during the adjuster's review.
Leo's full account
“We loved working with the product (Steel Skin Shield). Another note, the adjuster showed up yesterday and he absolutely loved. Bought a full replacement with all the wood repairs without having to remove the tarp. Its a thing of beauty.”
— Leo Dailey, Veteran Construction and Roofing
This is Leo's account of one project. The quote is reproduced in full, with his original wording. It is not a promise of the same inspection or insurance outcome on another roof.
Why visibility matters
Steel Skin Shield is a transparent, reinforced PVC temporary roof covering. Its transparency allows covered surface conditions to remain visible.
For contractors, that creates a reason to consider Shield on jobs involving inspections or damage documentation. If the responsible inspector or adjuster can complete the needed visual review through the covering, removing it for that purpose may be unnecessary. Leo reported that outcome on his job.
The distinction is important: Shield provides visibility; the inspector or adjuster determines what access is sufficient. A transparent surface cannot show every concealed layer or establish the full condition of a roof assembly.
Read more about documenting covered roof conditions:
Clear covering documentation guide
A useful question for your next project
Before selecting a temporary covering, ask: what will need to be seen or accessed before permanent repairs can proceed?
That conversation can help the contractor, property owner, and inspection team coordinate the job. Describe the proposed material and confirm whether direct access will be required. Keep the original pre-covering photographs and installation record as part of the project documentation.
The practical value of transparency depends on the job. In Leo's experience, the covering did not have to be removed for that adjuster visit.
Try Shield on a suitable job
You do not have to change every temporary-covering decision to evaluate Shield. Start with a project where visibility is useful, review the current product specifications, and have the installer confirm the application details.
See Shield's product information and real installation footage:
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Discuss your project and request pricing:
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