What storm damage can look like
Hail can bruise shingles, knock off granules, crack the mat underneath, and dent metal vents, flashing, and gutters. Some hits look minor but weaken the shingle so it wears faster.
Wind can lift, crease, or tear off shingles, break the seal that holds them flat, and loosen flashing and ridge caps. A shingle that was lifted and fell back into place can still be damaged.
Fallen limbs and debris can puncture the roof or damage decking.
What an inspection can establish
- Whether there is damage consistent with hail or wind, and where it is.
- How widespread it is — a few isolated spots or across multiple slopes.
- Whether there’s an active or likely leak that needs temporary protection.
- What a reasonable repair or replacement scope would look like.
We document our findings with photos. That record is useful whether you decide to repair, replace, or talk to your insurance company.
What it can’t promise
An inspection describes the condition of your roof. It doesn’t decide insurance coverage — your insurer does that under your policy. We won’t tell you a claim will be approved, and we won’t call wear and tear “storm damage.”
If you have an active leak
Tell us when you get in touch. Limiting water damage comes first; the inspection and estimate can follow.