What To Do After A Hailstorm

We all know summertime in Texas equals HOT. It also means lots of thunderstorms as well as hailstorms. This is definitely a recipe for hailstorm damage and you should know what steps you will need to take if this happens to you. Don’t waste time if a major hailstorm has targeted your area.

Call a roofing contractor to do an inspection on your roof immediately, so you can take action steps if need be. Most hailstorm-damaged roofs will just need repairs rather than entire replacements, but only a qualified roofer can tell you that.

Preliminary Steps To Take After A Hailstorm

Of course, the obvious damage from hail will be on the outside but take a moment also to look at the interior of your home for signs of damage. There are clues the inside of your house can give you to signal possible roof damage. Look for things like chipping paint or brown water staining on the ceilings. These are definite signs that your roof has sustained damage. Don’t allow these things to go un-dealt with for very long because it can cause major problems underneath the roof itself, making it much more costly to fix.

Check For Blisters And Dents

This is especially the case after a hailstorm. Sometimes just a plain old visual inspection will tell you a lot. If you see any dents or other obvious damage to shingles, etc., then you should call your roofing contractor right away.

Get An Inspection Done

Most roofing contractors will gladly give free inspections for hailstorm damage and advice on what you should do. Because they understand insurance companies will most likely use their own inspectors, roofers are usually fair and honest with their estimates. They will also be willing to speak with your insurance company and compare notes. Most insurance companies will allow the customer to choose who they want to use.