How to Tell if Your Roof Has Hail Damage
It is not always easy to tell if you have hail damage from the ground. It takes a trained roofing professional to determine the extent of your damage. Hail damage seems harmless and may look harmless, however, do not be fooled. Over time, it can wreak havoc on your roof, causing it to deteriorate and leaks to start coming through your walls. If you suspect hail damage, you may want to have your roof inspected by a certified roofer. If you need a referral for a roofer, please contact us directly.
How to tell if your roof has hail damage warranting full-replacement by Insurance Company
Insurance will cover the cost to replace your roof if your roof has hail damage, and the hail damage is extensive enough to warrant full replacement. Here are 8 ways to tell if your roof has enough hail damage to warrant full replacement by the insurance company.
1. If other homes in your area have hail damage, chances are good that your house has been damaged too.
2. If you notice shingles in your yard, it is more obvious. Time to have your roof inspected by a reputible roofer in your area.
3. Whenever there is a hailstorm that comes through your area, there is a really good chance that your roof got pelted by hail.
4. Your next door neighbor getting a new roof should be cause for you to get a roof inspection. The longer you wait after a hail storm, the less likely you are to be able to collect on a claim.
5. When on your roof, if you notice bruise spots on your shingles, that is a definite sign of hail damage.
6. A leak coming through any part of your ceiling also indicates potential damage that you may have overlooked in the past.
7. If other parts of your home are damaged from a storm, such as your fence, or your gutters, your roof may have been damaged too. Better have an experienced roofer check it out before water seeps through.
8. If your vents have visible dents, your roof does too. Just because you can’t see the damage from the ground, doesn’t mean you don’t have hail damage. Don’t take your chances, call us and we’ll refer you to a reputible roofer.
