Those who have been through a hailstorm know that even the smallest hail particles can cause major roof damage when paired with strong winds. In addition, hail damage is often difficult to detect, so it often goes unreported until the deterioration of roof shingles and other components leads to more serious roofing issues in the future. If you are a resident of Gulf Shores, AL, and need more information, then contact Lewis Roofing at 251-725-5924.
How to Spot Hail Damage?
Hail damage can occur on any portion of a house, although it is most prevalent on the roof. Roof hail damage can be difficult to detect, and even little storms that produce hail ice balls can pose a serious threat to property owners. When it comes to evaluating your roof for hail damage, Lewis Roofing recommends that you bring in our specialists who know exactly what to look for and how to fix any issues that may be identified during an in-depth roof inspection.
Roofing tiles can be damaged by direct hail strikes, which can produce small to massive fissures. Dents of any size and splits in the shingle body should be checked for. Due to the metal sheeting’s vulnerability to dents of all sizes, metallic chimney coverings should be examined for hail indentations. Using a piece of chalk, you can reveal any dents in the chimney cover, even if they aren’t visible at first glance. Take a look at your siding for signs of hail damage such as splatter marks and dents, as well as holes, paint chips, and paint flakes.
Hail can remove shingles in a single storm, or for them to begin to curl up like dried-out leather over a long time. After hail damages a gutter guard, it is common to see denting and scratch marks. Additionally, check for paint scratching on guards and denting on roof vents. Ice pellets are the most likely culprits in gutter and downspout shingle grains. As a rule of thumb, you should be on the lookout for hail-related debris in your yard, as well as some that may have ended up in a neighbor’s yard. In the aftermath of a hailstorm, if your pool pump is damaged or debris is floating around, your roof was likely damaged as well. If your roof has been severely damaged by hail, these are all possible indicators that water will be allowed into the interior of your home. If you are a resident of Gulf Shores, AL, and need more information, then contact Lewis Roofing at 251-725-5924.
