Storm Wind Roof Damage Repair

Hail can cause several types of damage to your roof. Hail bruises shingles and causes indentation that’s often hard to spot but powerful enough to crack shingles and allow water to infiltrate your ceiling slowly over time. Types of hail damage include impacts and marks, granule loss at the point of impact exposing the bitumen (dark black spots), cracks in the granule-asphalt that expose roof felt, and exposed fiberglass mat where hail shattered the surface. Hail can also cause collateral damage to gutters, downspouts, AC condensers, and windows. If you ignore hail-caused cracks in your asphalt shingles, it may lead to severe water leakage.

High winds hit your roof surface at different speeds and are particularly dangerous for the edges, corners, and ridgelines of your roof as they are prone to damage from high-speed winds. Winds create an intense suction effect that lifts shingles slightly upward by loosening the nails that hold them down. When gaps form between shingles, the sealant between layers breaks, leading to roof leaks. High winds can also blow debris and cause fallen limbs and trees to land on your roof, potentially destroying or puncturing shingles. It’s important to trim overhanging trees and limbs before a windstorm to prevent this damage.

Your homeowner’s insurance policy typically covers damages from extreme weather conditions or “natural disasters” like tornadoes, hurricanes, and severe hailstorms. It also covers roof damages from moderate weather incidents such as wind and rain-related damage. However, the best way to find out what your specific insurance policy covers is to consult with your insurance provider. Pisgah Roofing has experience working with all insurance companies and can help you navigate the claims process to ensure all repairs are covered and properly completed.

If you suspect storm damage to your roof, contact a professional roofing contractor immediately to evaluate and assess the damage. If the damage is covered by your insurance policy, file an insurance claim prior to completing repairs. Pisgah Roofing specializes in storm damage repair and works with your insurance adjuster to make sure all repairs are covered and properly completed quickly, so you can get back into your home. We have experience working with all insurance companies in Western North Carolina, Eastern Tennessee, and Knoxville Tennessee.