When was the last time you checked your roof for hail damage? It might be time to do a quick inspection of your roof for damages.
Your roof is the first line of defense for your home against any elements, including hail. That’s why, as a homeowner, taking care of your roof should be one of your top priorities. Keep reading to learn about the signs of damage caused by hail and how to prevent it in the future.
Signs of Hail Damage on Your Roof
Different types of roofs and roofing materials react differently to hail, so it’s essential to understand what to look for depending on what type of roof you have. For today’s article, we’ll be focusing on asphalt shingles and wood shingles, two of the most common types of roofing seen in the state of Utah.
Asphalt and Composition Shingles
According to Travelers Insurance, here are the most common signs of hail damage to your asphalt shingle roof:
- Random damage with no discernable pattern
- Loss of granules
- Exposure of the roof felt
- Asphalt that appears shiny
- Indents in the shingles that are soft to the touch (it will feel like a bruise on an apple)
Wood Shingles
- Signs of damage with no discernable pattern
- A shingle or shingles that are split
- Shingles that are brown/orange in color
- Impact marks or dents in the singles and along with the splitting
Wear and Tear That Is Not Hail Damage
Other types of damage can happen to your roof that will not be caused by hail, but you should still address the situation. If you notice any of the following, reach out to your roofing company to inspect and repair the damage:
- Shingles that are brittle and breaking
- Blistering
- Cracking
- Granule loss
- Flaking
- Algae growth
Preventing Hail Damage
There’s no definite way to prevent damage to your roof caused by hail, but leaning on a professional roofing company that uses quality all-weather roofing materials will give your roof the longevity it needs to protect your home. If you’re concerned about hail, pick a roofer that does quality work and will provide you with various roofing options that will suit your home’s specific needs.
The Roof Doctor Is Available for Repairs and All Other Roofing Needs
Whether you have hail damage, wind damage, or any other kind of roof damage, The Roof Doctor has you covered with all things roofing. Need a quick repair or a whole new roof? We can do it, and we’ll do it with customer service that is sure to impress. We take pride in the work we deliver, and we know you’ll be more than satisfied with it, too. So don’t wait any longer to get your roof checked for damage and repaired; contact us today for your free roofing estimate! We serve Salt Lake City, Layton, Sandy, Ogden, Orem, Provo, and neighboring cities in Utah.