Homeowners have good reason to be concerned about their roof after a major hail storm has passed through their neighborhood. Shingles damaged by hail impacts not only hurt your home’s curb appeal, but it can also weaken shingles and shorten their lifespan. Furthermore, hail damage can give water a path to your roof decking and ultimately lead to leaks that can severely damage interior ceilings, walls, and floors. Get tips on what you need to know after your home has been hit by hail!
1. Hail Can Cause More Damage Than You Might Think
Hail storms last for about five minutes (on average) but cause billions of dollars’ worth of property damage each year. Falling hail can also reach speeds upwards of 100 MPH! Image the damage large hail can cause to your roof at that speed. Yet many homeowners don’t understand the importance of getting a roof inspection after a hail storm. Damage to your roof’s shingles can compromise the effective life of your roof and even if not immediately visible, may lead to expensive problems later. That’s why it is so important to schedule a roof inspection after each storm.
2. Schedule A Roof Inspection ASAP
Because unrepaired hail damage to your roof will get worse over time, getting an inspection and repairing the damage is always the best idea and will help you avoid costly repairs. Think your roof might have storm damage? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation inspection!
3. Request A Roof Inspection Before You Call Your Insurance
While insurance adjusters are insurance experts, they are not roofing experts. With that said, your insurance adjuster may not be familiar with the thousands of roofing materials, what to look for when it comes to damage and what the best options for repair are – but a professional roofing contractor will.
4. Filing A Claim Won’t Always Increase Your Insurance Rates
Every insurance company is different, but in most cases filing a single claim, regardless of size or type, won’t increase your insurance rates. It’s almost unheard of for a single claim to affect home insurance premiums, especially if it is an “act of God.” This means an event caused entirely by the forces of nature, like a hail storm.
5. Protect Your Home
Roof replacement or repair due to hail damage can be one of the most expensive repairs for homeowners. Making sure that you properly identify roof hail damage in a timely manner, and following the proper procedures will help protect your family’s most important asset: your home.
Who To Call
Unpredictable storms create unpredictable problems. That’s why it’s important to choose the right professional to inspect the integrity of your home after a storm. It’s important to find someone who is local, properly certified, efficient, courteous, and available to complete your warranty work – all of which you’ll find working with Arnett Construction. Contact us today for a free inspection or give us a call at 855-369-1004 or by using our online contact form.
