April
Hail damage by storms in Greensboro - Burlington, NC area
Storm Damage Repair - Hail Storm, balls or pieces of ice falling as precipitation, often in connection with a thunderstorm
Living in Burlington NC, we are no strangers to hailstorms (hail storms). They come through frequently, especially in summer. But this doesn’t make it any easier to accept when you wake up in the morning only to find hail damage to your car or property. Depending on the size of the hail, it can result in significant damage to your home – especially your roof.
Hail can easily shorten the lifespan of your roof, leading to the need for repairs or even a full replacement much sooner than you planned. That being said, it’s not always easy to spot hail damage. In fact, it can be quite tricky.
What Does Hail Damage on a Roof Look Like?
Hail damage on a roof tends to either be very noticeable or very hard to spot. When hail is large (one inch in diameter or bigger), you will notice dents and dings on your shingles. But just because you don’t see dents and dings from the ground, doesn’t mean damage has not occurred.
Most times, hail damage shows up in the form of dings, dents and splatter marks on roof vents, gutters, and flashing. If you see these signs, you can file a homeowners insurance claim. But first, call a Greensboro, Burlington & Durham NC roofer to assess the damage and provide a professional inspection.
Roofers can repair the damage, but first you have to call your insurance company to file the claim. Only once the insurance adjuster has approved the damage claim can the roofer begin work.
Can You Spot Hail Damage From the Ground?
You may think you have to get up on your roof to check for hail damage. While professional roofers and insurance adjusters will do this, the average homeowner should not attempt this. They know how to walk on roofs safely and how to get up and down safely. Don’t risk life and limb trying to get on the roof to inspect the damage yourself.
You may be able to spot visible hail damage from the ground safely. You can even use binoculars if that helps. You should check:
- • Downspouts, if the damage is above five feet up, the insurance company can’t blame the damage on your lawnmower
- • Dings or strikes to the garage door
- • Holes in window screens
- • Dings to painted wood or exterior shutters
- • Splatter marks or dents on electric meters, grills, or AC units
- • Dents on the mailbox
- • Dents on your car’s hood
These are just a few things to look for. The insurance adjuster has a much more exhaustive inspection checklist.
Contact Redeem Roofing For Assistance With Storm Damage
If, after a hail storm, you suspect your roof has suffered hail damage, don’t hesitate to call our Burlington, NC roofers for a free quote and consultation. Please ontact usc at 336-350-1450 or complete our online form.
We assist homeowner with storm damage in the Triad area – Burlington & Greensboro, North Carolina deal with insurance companies
Redeem Roofing did a fantastic job on the installation of our Architectural Roof. Travis Tatum and his crew were on time, professional and finished the job in the same day and cleaned up all debris. I would definitely recommend Travis and the Redeem Roofing team to anyone looking to replace their roof or repair any damage. Google Review by Rod F.
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