Storm Damage

Storm Damage Roof Repair in Charlotte NC

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With increasingly erratic weather conditions, roof storm damage has become a much more common problem than even ten years ago. To that end, storm damage roof inspections are more crucial than ever before. A simple online search for Charlotte hail damage will show you images of hail the size of golf balls falling from the sky. Not only is it wise to do routine checks for roof damage from storms, it could save you money in the long run by preventing catastrophic water damage.

Even a small storm can cause damage that needs immediate roof damage repair. Small problems can become big problems quickly. Protect your home and family by addressing roof issues quickly.

“Beware of little expenses. A small leak will sink a great ship.” Benjamin Franklin

Why Is It Important To Inspect Your Roof After A Storm?

Storm damage to roofs is not exclusive to hail damage. High winds, driving rains, and torrential downpours all have potential to cause damage. High winds can blow off or crease shingle tabs leaving nails, shingle side joints or decking exposed and vulnerable to leaking. Driving rain and heavy downpours can create circumstances in which imperfect roof design or application cause roof failure. Hailstorms can dislodge shingle granules which function as a UV protectant, and can fracture the fiberglass mat, which makes up the structural core of the shingles.

Any of these weather events can shorten roof life, expose vulnerable roof components, or cause immediate leaks.

What Should I Be Looking For?

As long as it can be performed safely, we recommend routinely inspecting your roof system after a storm. This initial self-inspection regimen can be performed without a ladder, without climbing the roof, and without the dangers that go along with them. Leave the roof walking to professionals. Here is what we recommend…

Interior Inspection. Inspect your attic with a flashlight immediately after major storms and look for the following:
-Fresh moisture stains on the roof decking.
-LISTEN for dripping. Often in a dark attic, it is easier to hear a drip than to see it. Listen quietly and if you hear a drip, follow the sound with the flashlight to find the source.
-Light coming through the roof deck. It is common to see light around attic soffit vents and some pipes, but if you see light coming from another area, you may have a roof puncture or popped nail to repair.

Exterior Inspection after wind or rain storm. After the storm has passed and the sun is out, walk around the exterior of the home and look for the following (binoculars could help!):
-Missing shingle tabs or shingles that appear to be sliding down the roof slope.
-Branches, limbs, or excessive debris on the roof.
-Torn shingle tabs on the roof, in the gutters, or on the ground.

Exterior Inspection after hail storm should include inspection items after wind/rain storm, plus:
-Granule loss check: Go to your gutter downspouts and look for heavy amounts of shingle granules at the water exit points. Hail can dislodge significant amounts of these granule which can lead to shortened roof life.
-Dent check: Walk around your home and look for dents in thin metals on your property. Gutters, downspouts, aluminum mailboxes, and copper deck railing caps are great places to look for hail impact points. If dents are present in light metals, there is a good chance your shingles too have been adversely affected. Ensure this is done on all sides of the home, as hailstorms often come from a primary direction. If you fail to check all sides of the home, you may not see the damage!

When Should I Call A Professional at Roof Storm Damage?

Of course, you can always call the roofing professionals at CRS to inspect possible roof damage, but anytime you notice any issues in a routine roof inspection, we strongly urge you to call. This keep you safely on the ground and allows a roofing specialist to do what he/she does best!

If a large limb falls through your roof or something catastrophic occurs, quickly contacting your insurance company can be a wise first step. If a smaller hail or wind event occurs however, we recommend having a roofing professional inspect the roof prior to contacting your insurance company. It is better to gain confirmation from a roofing contractor that you do indeed have wind or hail damage prior to filing a claim rather than filing one and realizing there is no damage.

In summary, performing routine roof checks, especially after a storm, and simply being aware of what to look for, are important components to preventing small roof issues from becoming big roof issues. If you suspect you have a roof issue, big or small, let us know and we will take it from there!

Call our team of professionals at Charlotte Roofing today at 704-680-6546 for more information on storm damage inspections!

Charlotte Roof Storm Damage

In order to contend with the effects of Charlotte roof storm damage, it is important to take your time and check out the variety of products, looking at the full size samples of the roof covering you intend to do before making your roofing selection.

You can as well obtain information from manufacturers’ brochures or visit a house roofed with a particular product.

Modified Asphalt Shingles

This type of shingle includes a rubber-type compound (SBS) or a plasticizer (APP) and is likely to adequately contain hailstorms. Without them, fiberglass composition shingles perform moderately with hail.

Metal Shingles

Though initially considered as a commercial roofing material, these shingles are now a worthwhile alternative for many homeowners. Metal shingles last up to 40 years and are also relatively lightweight. They have a Class A or B fire rating. However, unlike other types of shingles which ease back during hailstorms, metal shingles that can dimple permanently.

Tile Shingles

The performance of this type of shingle against Charlotte roof storm repair such as hailstorms varies by type but is popular in some areas. Concrete tiles are more resilient and can last over 20 years. Clay tiles on the other hand are fragile and can be easily chipped or broken. Just like slate, tile is heavy. If you are swapping another type of roof with tile, you need to ascertain that the structure can sustain the weight. Heavy products take longer to install, consequently labor costs may be significantly higher.

Wood Shingles and Shakes

They are usually made from southern pine, cedar, or other woods. Though their appearance is quite appealing, wood shingles and shakes only perform moderately well against hail. Nonetheless, these shingles may not have afire rating unless they are treated with a fire retardant. Their use is also limited by some local codes.

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