Are These Really Good Reasons to Put Off Replacing Your Roof After a Hail Storm?

Although it may be interesting to watch, a hailstorm can wreak havoc with your home and cause significant damage to your roof. Hail damage is insidious and may be difficult to spot – but failing to make repairs can be costly. Here are some of the most common reasons people make the costly mistake of putting off roof repairs – and why you should seek help right away after a storm.

​A patch is cheaper. While patching a visible hole may be less expensive in the short term, a lot of the damage caused by hail is to the structural integrity of your roof. If you have shingles, attempting a patch or mismatched replacement can actually damage your roof more than the original hail and can end up costing you more in the long run. You can lose more than your roof if water enters your house. From mold to water damage and even a wildlife invasion, just patching a spot can cause you plenty of headaches in the future. 

My insurance agency says the roof is fine. Insurance agencies are in business to make money, and if they can put off making needed repairs, they will. If you see the other homes on your street all need new roofs, your house may very well need one, too. Make sure you get an independent inspection of your own, and don’t just rely on the word of a single insurance adjuster to protect your most valuable investment. The best way to get a fair and accurate idea of the condition of your roof, the damage the storm caused, and what the best course of action to take next is to get a professional evaluation of your roof after the storm. Our certified roof inspectors will inspect your roof and document the findings free of charge for you. Just contact us to schedule your free roof inspection.

The salesman says I have to sign papers right now to lock in a price. Unscrupulous and unlicensed agencies swarm any area that has been hard hit by hail or other storms. While you may very well need a roof replacement, you don’t have to be pressured into one. Make sure the contractor you choose is actually licensed and/or certified to work in your area and has a stable, solid existence in your community before making a decision about your roof. Here is how to find a reliable roofing contractor.

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