Roof storm damage happens to all of us. Strong winds take their toll on even the best roofing. Some types of roofs are more susceptible than others, but all types of roofs take damage.
The parts of the roof that take the most damage are the shingles and the gutters. Therefore, these are the things that you should always check when repairing roof storm damage. Along with storm-proofing your home, you should hurricane-proof your home as well.
Prevention is Better Than Cure
The best way to minimize damage to your roof and gutters during a storm is to inspect your roof and gutters before a storm actually happens. There are several things that you need to look out for.
1. On your roof, you need to check for broken or missing shingles, missing granules, loose nails, and flashing damage.
2. On your gutters, you need to check that the downspouts have proper drainage and are not clogged.
3. You also need to clear any debris that you find in the gutters such as twigs, leaves, nests, and other debris.
4. Lastly, you need to make sure that the gutters aren’t loose in any way.
If Damage Has Happened…
It’s inevitable that damage will occur. When this happens, you need to act as quickly as possible. Clear any debris that has collected from the gutter. Repair the roof and replace any broken shingles. Repair any loose gutters or replace them entirely. Double check to make sure that all the attachments on the roof are still intact, and clear anything from the roof that the wind has blown there such as branches and leaves.
If significant damage has been done, it’s time to call an expert.
Help is Here
Contact TalkLocal today and we will connect you with a roofer near you to help you repair a damaged roof after a storm or a hurricane.
