Roof Impact Damage
Fix Damage From Falling Objects After a Storm
When a heavy storm rolls through town, you can never predict whether your roof will be the next victim of a falling tree, branch, or powerline. If your roof experiences impact damage after a storm, Stone Creek Roofing can help.
Types of Roof Damage After a Storm
There are many ways your roof can sustain damage during and after a storm. Heavy rain can clog your gutters and cause water damage. Asphalt shingles often bend, break, and blow off during heavy wind and hail. In the worst-case scenario, a tree can crash through your roof and into your home. Regardless of the cause, your building can sustain serious structural damage during a storm.
Impact damage is one of the biggest threats to your roof. You might end up with broken windows, damaged gas lines, cracked drywall, or a gaping hole in your building due to a fallen tree or power line. Even minor impact from hail and debris can knock the asphalt off your shingles and leave your roof vulnerable to leaks.
Roof Damage From Trees
Trees are more likely to fall during a storm when they’re dead, but even healthy trees can come crashing down during severe storms. Depending on the extent of tree damage to your home or commercial property, you might need minor repairs for a few missing shingles or a total roof replacement.
You won’t fully know the type of damage sustained until you bring in a roofing company to assess the situation. If the impact resulted in structural damage, you might need to hire a full construction and roofing crew to rebuild.
Roof Damage From Hail and Debris
Hail and debris can cause expensive impact damage. As objects fall on your roof, they crack and rip off shingles, leaving the roof deck exposed. Bare spots on your roof are susceptible to water damage and leaks, which can seep inside your building.
Hail over an inch in diameter will almost always cause damage to your roof. In some cases, you’ll be able to see indentations on your shingles and roof deck from hail damage. Branches and other debris also weaken your roof upon impact.
Schedule a Free Roof Inspection and Consultation
Our inspectors start by climbing up on your roof to assess its overall condition and your specific concerns. From there, we become your roofing consultants and project managers.
Managing Major Impact Damage
During a severe thunderstorm or hail storm, you should hunker down and wait out the weather. However, if a tree or power line falls onto your home or building, you might be at risk of injury. Evacuate the building, find a safe place to gather, and call 911 and the local electric company if you notice downed power lines.
Until you can find a removal company to get the tree or power line off of your structure, stay away from the fallen object. In the meantime, take pictures of the damage to submit to your insurance company. Once the object is removed and your building is safe to reenter, you can take some immediate steps to prevent further damage, such as putting tarps over the damaged portion of your roof and placing containers to catch dripping water.
Partner With a Contractor To Restore Your Roof
It’s essential to get in touch with a trustworthy roofing contractor to repair impact damage after a storm. Stone Creek Roofing conducts free roof inspections and can help you determine whether you should file an insurance claim to cover repair costs.
Once we decide the best approach, our roofing team will complete any necessary repairs and protect your home or business from further damage. While we repair your roof, we can also examine your gutters to see if they became detached, misshapen, or obstructed during the storm. Pine needles, shingle granules, and branches can clog your gutters and cause more issues down the road.
Whether you need a few shingles or a completely new roof for your Colorado home, Stone Creek Roofing is here to help. We understand that dealing with storm damage is stressful, especially significant impact damage, and we work hard get your roof back in top condition as soon as possible. Contact Stone Creek today to schedule a free roof inspection and learn more about our commitment to quality, integrity, and customer service.
We Want To Hear From You
If you aren’t sure how to handle roof impact damage after a storm, our team is here to guide you through the insurance claim and repair process. Contact us today for a free inspection.
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We get it right by prioritizing your needs and questions before we ever climb on your roof. Let’s start with a free inspection and consultation scheduled at your convenience.
