Your roof is possibly the most important part of a home. It covers and protects everything under its span. Even minor damage, can create costly problems in other portions of your home’s structure. Storms are a frequent cause of roof damage. High winds, especially strong gusts, can tear away shingles or eaves. Hail is another weather phenomenon that can cause roof storm damage. After every severe storm, you should first do a visual inspection of your roof if possible. If there is even a slight chance of damage, follow these six steps to determine the severity and then repair roof storm damage. Report Roof Storm Damage Even if you think the damage is minimal, document the event by reporting it to your insurance. Frequently damage to your roof caused by storms will be covered by your policy. You must however, …show more content…
Use only licensed roof repair professionals. A suggested first step is to compile a list of roofing contractors and cross-check them all with your local Better Business Bureau. Any reputable roofing contractor will provide you with a free estimate. Depending on the magnitude of the damage, sometimes they will include fees contingent upon how much damage is discovered as the old, damaged sections are removed. Frequently, it may prove cost-effective to do a complete reroof if the damage is extreme. Consult with at least three licensed roofing contractors and compare their estimates. You can present each one to your insurance adjuster for his professional opinion. Find out exactly how much your insurance will cover, then schedule your roof storm damage repair. Material Costs and Roof Type Always err on the side of caution when deciding to repair or replace structural damage to your roof. If any of the plywood is damaged, have it replaced. Avoid patching tears in the roofing felt. It isn’t that expensive to completely repaper an entire