Tips to Determine if High Winds Damaged the Roof
Walking around the home's exterior is one of the best ways to determine if there is sustained damage to the roof following a storm.
Major storms can cause significant damage to a roof when homeowners least expect it. By becoming aware of the signs, they can spot the damage and make the needed repairs to keep the roof in the best condition.
Following are steps homeowners can take to determine if it's time to contact their roofing contractor to inspect the roof.
Look around the home
Walking around the home's exterior is one of the best ways to determine if there is sustained damage to the roof following a storm. By inspecting the ground around the perimeter, the homeowners should be able to tell if there are broken shingles or anything else indicating roof damage. Look at the gutters to determine if they are in place, as these are another indicator.
Inspect the roof
Homeowners confident on a ladder and moving around on the roof can inspect it from the rooftop. Homeowners who prefer not to climb should visually inspect the roof from the ground.
Looking at the roof will give a homeowner information on whether it sustained wind damage. After all, the results of wind damage will be fairly obvious compared to other kinds of damage.
Look inside
The roof's damage may allow water to leak in and cause damage. Because of this, the homeowner should thoroughly inspect the roof decking from the attic to determine if there are any wet areas. Additionally, places where the homeowner can see the sky need to be addressed immediately.
Overall, there is a lot homeowners can do to check their damage after a significant wind storm. If homeowners think there is roof damage, they should contact a licensed, professional roofing contractor for a roof assessment.
Irish Roofing Company provides Scottsdale with roof inspection, installation, sealing and repair. We offer shingle services, tile roof services, flat roof services, roof cleaning, roof inspection, roof installation, leak repair, roof recovering, roof repair, roof sealing, skylight installation and replacement, and wood shake services for commercial and residential customers.
