A
roof is very susceptible to hail
damage to roof from
a storm. When such strong weather happens, it can create a minimal to
severe loss. The impact may cause: dents; holes; pockmarked paint;
chipped or split tiles; and granular loss. Several subsequent
symptoms may appear that strongly suggest that such damage has
occurred.
One
way to avoid spending too much money for repairs if the housetop is
damaged from a storm is to have homeowners insurance that will handle
necessary repairs and replacement. If the structure is insured, a
claim can be filed and the insurance company will send an estimator
to assess the extent of the damage.
The
housetop must be inspected by a trained and experienced estimator to
be sure that all the loss is properly noted. Even if the inspector
only finds minimal damage, an insurance claim should still be filed
with the insurance company.
If
you have a roof
coating for metal roof,
examine the higher and flatter regions since they are more
susceptible to dents. If any of the seams in the metal surfaces is
damaged, your home can be subject to water leaks. Examine the soft
metal surfaces around your home such as gutters, vents, and siding
for any signs of damage or deterioration.
Shingles
can be composed of a variety of materials. Each material will display
slightly different signs of hail damage. Homeowners with clay roof
tiles should inspect for multiple cracks where hail fragments could
have fractured shingle corners or overlays. The most sensitive areas
of the roof are usually along the edges of roof tiles. You can also
use your hands to feel for any parts that have been broken loose.
Asphalt shingles will display random patterns of cracking, bruising,
or chunks missing. This will ultimately result in a black substrate
bleeding through the shingles. Wooden shingles should be inspected
for splits that have randomized patterns and are brown or orange in
color. These splits are easy to spot since they will display sharp
edges.
In
the event that you are out of town, check the weather report to
discover if a hailstorm passed through your area. Communicate with
your neighbors for confirmation. If you are renting, contact your
landlord immediately so that conditions do not worsen. Although it is
not your property, you do not want to deal with water leaks later on.
When in doubt, seek professional assistance from someone who can
perform a detailed inspection and give you an estimate of the cost of
repairs.
Hail
is frozen pieces of rain that fall from the sky during the spring and
summer seasons. Hail can be really neat because it can come in a
variety of shapes and sizes, but falling hail can also cause a lot of
damage to your home. If you recently had a hailstorm, you might want
to contact a roofer for a free inspection to see if you have any hail
damage.
Although
this process may seem a bit overwhelming, it is a good idea to take
action sooner rather than later. For the sake of your home and your
safety, don’t let a minor problem turn into a major one!
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