A hail damage roof inspection enables insurance companies to determine if your roof needs to be replaced or repaired. Hail of any size can cause damage to your roof. If left unrepaired, this damage can cause leaks and other costly repairs. An inspection is the first step in getting the roof replaced but how do you know if the inspector is thorough enough?
Who Is Doing The Roof Inspection For Hail Damage?
The accuracy of a hail damage roof inspection depends on the knowledge and experience of the person completing the inspection. If you choose a roofing company with very little hail restoration experience or allow your insurance adjuster to complete the roof inspection that could mean that damage is missed. This could leave you paying for costly repairs later.
If you call your insurance company first, they will usually send an adjuster to inspect your roof for hail damage. This adjuster works for your insurance company and they are almost never a certified roofing contractor.
Your insurance adjuster may not be familiar with all types of roofing materials, what to look for when it comes to damage and what the best options for repair are. Asking your insurance adjuster for a roof inspection after a hail storm is like going the dentist when you are sick with the flu. That’s why it’s usually better to call professional roofer first before calling your insurance company to start a claim.
Choosing a roofing contractor with little or no experience with hail damage could mean that damage is missed. Often times, hail damage can be hard to spot which is why you should hire a trained professional for a roof inspection.
How To Hire A Hail Damage Expert
Before you hire just anyone for a hail damage roof inspection make sure you review their credentials, certifications and their level of experience. If your neighbors are getting new roofs but your hail damage insurance claim was denied you may want to consider getting a re-inspection by a hail damage expert.
At Arnett Construction, we are proud to be your Owens Corning Preferred, IKO Shield Pro Plus and GAF Certified Weather Stopper Contractor. Our proven track record of completing quality projects, passing stringent legal and credit checks, has raised the bar. We have also met local requirements for licensing and insurance and carry a clean portfolio with the Better Business Bureau.
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