Wind Damage
What Types of Winds Cause Roof Damage?
Different types of wind can cause damage to your roof. From hurricanes, tornadoes, straight line winds, and a derecho. Some roofs can withstand extreme winds. While some older roofs can be damaged by wind speeds below 50 miles per hour.
Protect Your Home After a Severe Wind Storm
When a severe wind storm rolls through your area, the aftermath can leave you wondering about the extent of damage to your property. One of the most vulnerable parts of your home or business during such storms is the roof. High winds can cause significant damage, which may not always be visible at first glance. It's crucial to act quickly to ensure your home remains safe and secure.
Before you rush to file an insurance claim, it's wise to consult with a professional roofing contractor like Goad Construction.
Here’s why:
Our team has the expertise to thoroughly inspect your roof for any damage. We can identify issues that might not be visible to the untrained eye, ensuring that all potential problems are addressed.
We provide detailed documentation of the damage, which can be invaluable when dealing with insurance companies. This ensures that you have the necessary evidence to support your claim.
By consulting with us first, you can explore different repair or replacement options that fit your budget and needs. We aim to provide the most cost-effective solution without compromising on quality.
Choosing the Right Repair or Replacement
Depending on the damage, you may need either a repair or a complete roof replacement. Here's how Goad Construction can assist:
Roof Repair: For minor damages, a repair might be sufficient. We can fix issues such as missing or broken shingles, leaks, and minor structural problems.
Roof Replacement: If the damage is extensive, a replacement might be necessary. We offer a range of roofing materials and styles to choose from, ensuring that your new roof enhances both the safety and aesthetic appeal of your home.
Wind Damaged Roofs
When a wind storm strikes, the damage can be both immediate and long-lasting. High winds can tear off roofs, break windows, and even topple trees, leading to a cascade of destruction.
Wind Damage Metal
A house with significant storm damage to its metal roof, including missing and lifted panels and exposed underlying wooden framework.
Wind Damage Shingles
The damage includes missing and uplifted shingles and exposed wood decking.
Wind Damage Slate
A severely damaged slate roof.
Wind Damage Wood Shake
A cedar shake roof with significant damage, including missing, cracked, and curled shingles.
Wind can be a formidable force, often leaving behind visible signs of its power, such as fallen trees or scattered debris. However, some of the most insidious damage it causes can be hidden from plain sight, especially on rooftops. Understanding the potential for concealed wind damage is crucial for maintaining the integrity of your property.
After a wind storm, your shingles could lose a significant amount of their protective granular coating. Without this coating, your shingles will work less effectively, and your roof will lose much of its protection.
Wind can loosen shingles without tearing them off entirely. This can occur when the wind catches the edge of a shingle, lifting it slightly. While the shingle may settle back into place, it might not reseal properly. This can lead to water infiltration over time.
Roof Shingles Bald
Lifted or Loosened Shingles
Commercial Wind Lift
This occurs when high winds separate the roofing material from the structure, causing issues like billowing, tears, and punctures.
Creased Shingles
This is a sign of wind damage where strong winds lift and flap shingle tabs until they bend, causing a permanent crease along the top of the tab.
Missing Shingle Tabs
Missing shingles on your roof and in your yard, are all signs of wind damage to your roof.
Cracked Shingles
Cracked shingles after a wind storm are a sign of potential damage that can lead to leaks, so you should have them inspected by a professional.
Contact Goad Construction Today
Don’t wait to address potential roof damage. Contact Goad Construction for a professional assessment and guidance on the best course of action. Our team is ready to help you protect your home and ensure peace of mind.