The next time you walk outside, take a moment to gaze up at your roof. What do you see? Do you see even shingles that are all laying flat? Or do you see shingles that are starting to curl and that are covered in moss? You can tell a lot about the condition of your roof just by looking at it. If you are at all concerned about the state of your roof, then your first call should be to a roofing contractor. They can evaluate the situation and recommend repairs or replacement as needed. Learn more about roofing and roofing contractors here on this website.
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Up on the Rooftop
4 Signs Of Roof Damage From A Hailstorm
Lori Silva
When a storm occurs, there is a good chance that thunder and lightning will come with it. Depending on the circumstances, there is the chance that hail may occur as well. To ensure that your roof is properly protected and that related problems do not develop or worsen, it is imperative that you are aware of the signs of hail damage so that the damage can be addressed immediately after the storm. Here are four of those signs.
Missing Shingles
When hail hits asphalt shingles, it often done with a significant amount of force, which results in them cracking. Afterward, the shingles may hang loosely from the roof or possibly even fall off completely. When your roof is missing shingles, it is left vulnerable to moisture as well as pests that can make their way into the attic. For these reasons, it is important for missing shingles to be replaced as quickly as possible.
Loose Granules
If shingles are not detached by hail, it could still result in the granules from the shingles to separate from the mat below. The granules are designed to help reduce exposure to moisture and prevent damage from ultraviolet rays. After every storm, make sure to thoroughly examine the gutters to see if granules are present. If there are, then this is a sign that you may have bald shingles on the roof. These shingles need to be replaced to help prevent leaks in the attic and retain your property's curb appeal.
Scratches and Dents
If you have a metal roof, then the roofing material is going to be susceptible to dents during hailstorms. After the storm, water could linger in the dimples as opposed to flowing off the metal roof. Over time, this can result in rusting forming, which could gradually eat away at the metal and require sections to be replaced. In addition, the roof may suffer scratches by smaller pieces of hail, which may cause the protecting coating on the metal, which is designed to keep the metal surfaced weatherproofed, to be removed.
Dented Flashing
All roofs, regardless of the type of material that is on your roof, feature metal flashing in areas where any two sections meet one another, such as ventilation areas or around the chimney. This metal flashing helps to prevent moisture from seeping into the home at these joints. However, in the event that this metal flashing gets dented during a storm, it may corrode, which will allow moisture in and cause damage.
If you think your roof may have suffered damage during a hailstorm, get in touch with residential roofers in your area for an inspection.
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