Roof Wind Damage

Wind and hail damage causes gaps or holes in your roofing, it can easily result in leaking issues. When water enters your home, mold and mildew may begin to grow. Additionally, water can quickly begin to cause rot in exposed wood. It may also warp other vital components of your house, which can result in lasting structural damage. This result in damages far exceeding the cost of a roof repair.

In the case of shingles, extreme winds can cause a loss of granules, which exposes the coating to external elements, thereby catalyzing the roof’s aging. In severe cases, roofs could suffer cracked or entirely missing shingles, putting your roof in a vulnerable position. This is why it should be repaired by roofing experts as soon as possible, to save the homeowner in the long run.

You may not realize it, but UV rays can damage specific components of your roof. UV exposure can easily damage the materials underneath your shakes and shingles, like your underlayment and roof deck. This damage can drastically reduce the lifespan of your current roofing, resulting in a costly roofing replacement in the future.

Roof wind damage is often hard to detect. That’s why it can be useful to have a roofing professional carry out a full inspection. If you’ve experienced a serious wind damage recently, our team can carry out a comprehensive inspection to determine its extent, and what needs to be done to repair it.

If you have an insurance policy on your home, it may cover the cost of repairing roof wind damage. Roof wind damage claims can often be complex, and you’ll need to prove that the wind is responsible for the damage to your roof. We help our clients throughout the insurance claims process to ensure they receive the money they’re owed from their insurance company. If your insurance policy covers your roof, make sure to declare this to our roof repair specialist when you get in contact with our team.