The average hailstorm lasts only five minutes, but the hail damage they leave behind totals about $1 billion a year, according to the National Weather Service. When hail hits, it can damage the roof or covering of your home as well as other personal property, which is why it’s important to schedule a professional roof inspection after each storm to assess any damage. Hail damage on a roof can be seen as indentations and/or fractures on the shingle’s surface....Continue Reading
One of the most common questions we get asked by homeowners with hail damage is “what a homeowner’s insurance deductible is and how does it affect my claim?” Read on to find out! What Is a Homeowners Insurance Deductible & How Do They Work? Most home insurance policies have a deductible, meaning the homeowner pays a certain amount before the insurance company pays any part of the claim. So, if you have a $500 deductible, you’d pay $500 and...Continue Reading
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...Continue Reading
It may not capture your attention, fear or fascination like a landfalling hurricane or tornado outbreak, but hail is consistently one of the most damaging weather phenomena every year. According to Weather.com, hail damage costs homeowners and insurers BILLIONS of dollars each year. For Indiana homeowners knowing how to spot hail damage and getting a hail damage inspection has never been more important. What a Hailstorm Can Do To Your Home As a general rule of thumb, damage...Continue Reading
It’s a familiar story during the spring and summer storm season: a hail storm hits, your roof endures damage, then you call your insurance company to file a claim. But is that chain of events the best way to handle the situation? Not necessarily. Here are just a few reasons to call for a roof inspection first before you call your insurance company. 1.A Roof Inspection Provides An Expert Analysis While insurance adjusters are insurance experts, they are...Continue Reading
