Even Little Storms Can Do a Lot of Damage

7/22/2022 (Permalink)

hole in the roof of a house from windstorm

When a severe storm hits, your home or property can take quite the beating. And while most of the time your roofing and siding can handle it, there are occasions when the high winds and hail leave their mark. This is when it is crucial to be familiar with the most common signs of storm damage, so you know whether or not your home is ready to protect you and your family when the next storm hits. A storm doesn’t have to be a hurricane or tornado or cause detrimental damage to your home’s exterior. In fact, even a thunderstorm can damage your home if it brings strong winds, hailstones, or falling debris from nearby trees.  Strong winds can do a lot of damage to your home. Wind can be strong enough to lift the edges of your roof and tear away shingles. It can also loosen or tear your shingles or even knock down your gutters. Wind can also pick up large debris like patio furniture and branches that get pummeled into your home’s siding, windows, and roof. This debris can cause extensive damage and require siding or roof replacement. If you have large trees that overhang your house, it might be a good idea to trim those branches back or get the tree assessed to prevent it from falling due to high winds. When a storm rolls through, you may notice your yard in disarray and worry that your home experienced more damage than to the landscaping. This is a definite possibility, especially if high winds or hail were involved. Unfortunately, some storm damage isn’t easy to spot with an untrained eye. But we’ll list out some of the signs that you sustained damage so you can take action right away. If you have an asphalt shingle roof and notice dark spots on your shingles that look like holes or dents, that could be granule loss. The small granules that cover your tar shingles can slough off from hail. These spots then become susceptible to leaks if left unrepaired. You can also look for granules in your gutters or downspouts, which means they broke off from hail and flowed down into the gutters. This is a good sign you need to get your roof inspected. Lastly, schedule a time to get your home repaired by SERVPRO. We’ve been in business for over 50 years and know how to handle just about any sort of damage that comes your way. We know what to look for, and our thorough inspections check your house from head to toe. We will document everything and give you an accurate estimate before we even begin working on your home. If you see any of these signs after a storm, don’t wait call SERVPRO and we will make it Like it never even happened.