The communities impacted by the devastating tornadoes that struck Kentucky and several other states in the Heartland are going to need a lot of healing — and a lot of help to rebuild. 

Roofing contractors can play an important role in stabilizing the current situation and in the recovery process, said Trent Cotney, CEO of Cotney Attorneys and Consultants. However, they should know what they’re getting into. He breaks down some important points to consider in this latest episode.

“If you’re going into this storm area, you need some extra safety training because there are a lot potential hazards like puncture points and potentially harmful chemicals,” he said. “You really need to prepare your crews to understand the extent of the tragedy if you’re not used to this.”