What Does Hail Damage Look Like?
If you have been in a hailstorm you can see the damage to a car immediately after the storm is over. You look at the hood and the once flat surface is now riddled with dents. Most people do not ever think that their home was damaged as well.
Roof Damage in a Hail Storm
Your roof is just as vulnerable to hail as the metal on your car. When hail hits your roof it creates a contusion. This contusion may have even cracked the fiberglass membrane and will allow water to leak into your home. It may not leak the day of the storm, but over time it will.
Often there is a time frame on how long your insurance company will cover the claim. If your roof has hail damage that goes unnoticed and the repairs are not made, they are not likely to accept your claim. Also, when you sell your home, you may be liable for future damage or claims.
Siding and Flashing Damage
Siding and flashing are susceptible to wind and hail as well. All though more visible than roof damage, when siding is chipped or cracked water will find its way in. causing rotting and mold.
Although sometimes hail pits and contusions are easily recognized, more often the damage is not visible to the average person. A trained professional should be called to examine the degree and scope of the damage.
Saint Paul Minnesota Hail Damage Contractors
It is important that a trained professional examine your roof and siding for damage following a hail storm. Fridley Roofing ia a locally owned Minneapolis roofing Contractor located just west of Hugo MN. If you are looking to receive a free inspection of your home after a recent hail storm, give Fridley Roofing a call today at 763-780-6210.
