WE'RE HERE FOR YOU after a storm hits
EMERGENCY STORM DAMAGE ROOFING SERVICES
If your roof is leaking, it’s crucial to prevent further interior damage. VR Contractors provides emergency tarping and cover-up services to address this issue. Often, hail and wind storm damage can be hard to assess from the ground. What might seem like minor damage, such as one or two missing shingles, can eventually lead to extensive roof problems.
VR Contractors' representatives are highly trained and experienced in inspecting homes for storm damage. They frequently discover damage that both homeowners and insurance adjusters have overlooked.
WHAT TO DO AFTER A STORM
Since assessing hail and wind damage is challenging from the ground, we advise contacting a reputable roofing company, such as VR Contractors, to inspect your home. We provide this service to homeowners for free after a storm.
Our representatives conduct comprehensive inspections. In some instances, our inspections reveal a roofing system in excellent condition without any damage. In other cases where damage is found, VR Contractors meticulously document the findings to ensure nothing is overlooked.
SIGNS OF HAIL DAMAGE
Hail generally doesn't cause roofs to leak immediately unless the hailstones are golf ball-sized or larger. Although damage can be difficult to see from the ground, homeowners can look for specific signs to determine if their roof has suffered hail damage.
The first thing to check is granule loss, which can be noticeable around gutter downspouts and in the valleys of your roof. While some granule loss is normal, hail damage can accelerate this process significantly. Even pea-sized hailstones can cause substantial granule loss, which dramatically reduces the lifespan of your roof.
Moreover, hail damage often voids most manufacturers' shingle warranties, leaving homeowners unprotected and at risk for future financial losses.
SIGNS OF WIND STORM DAMAGE
Evidence of wind damage to a roof can include missing shingles, which are visible from the ground, and lifted shingles with broken glue seals. Asphalt shingles stick together using an adhesive strip known as a glue strip or sealant strip. High winds can break this seal, allowing debris and dirt to get into the glue area. This is similar to running a piece of tape along the floor and then trying to stick it to the wall, only to have it fall back to the ground.
Shingles that lose their seal often do not re-seal. Therefore, it is crucial to have a qualified roofer inspect your home after any major windstorm to assess the damage.