Your roof is designed to protect your home from the weather. Most of the time, a well-maintained roof can do its job pretty well. However, it’s not completely invulnerable. Under extreme weather conditions, your whole roof or parts of it can sustain damage. When this happens, it’s best to call in professionals from a professional hail damage restoration company to learn the condition of your roof. Here are a few questions and answers about assessing damaged roofs to help you determine what to do next.
Q: I Have Insurance. Why Do I Need to Call Professionals?
You have to understand that insurance adjusters, while they mean well, can miss certain things during their initial inspection. Your settlement greatly depends on their findings, and if their report is incomplete, you could be shouldering the difference between what they’re willing to pay out and what you need to pay out of pocket. A professional can provide you with a second opinion and, possibly, a more thorough assessment of the situation.
Q: When Should I Call for Roof Repair Services?
We recommend making the call as soon as the extreme weather conditions let up. This ensures that your home will only suffer from leaky ceilings and a faulty roof for as little time as possible.
Q: I Don’t See Any Visible Damage. Should I Still Call It In?
Yes. Depending on your roof type, hail damage can have varying degrees of severity. Hail affects wood shingles differently than it affects asphalt shingles, and the damage is not always easily detectable if you don’t know what to look for and you don’t have the proper training.
Q: What Are the Signs of Damage?
For asphalt shingles, hail impact can leave visible black spots. You will also notice granules coming off of the shingles, making the individual pieces appear shiny. If you can feel it with your hands, you may also notice softening, which is a sure sign of damage.
On the other hand, for wooden shingles, you want to look for brownish or orange spots. Wood can also crack under the impact that leaves clean splits within the shingle itself or slight deterioration at the edges.
Q: What Kind of Restoration Company Should I Call?
Dynasty Restoration handles any kind of damage on your roof. Whether it’s hail or water damage restoration, you can trust our professionals to get your roof back in perfect condition as soon as possible. Call us today at (402) 932-6419, or fill out our contact form to learn more.
