After A Storm, Roof Damage Is Visible On The Exterior

Posted on: 29 June 2021

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After a powerful storm, some homeowners look for signs of a leak to determine if they have sustained any roof damage. However, while a leak is one sign of damage, it is not the only way to spot an issue. In fact, in the early stages of roof damage, the damage will be more visible on the outside of your home than it will be on the inside. Learn about some of the signs you should look for on your roof.

Loose Granules

If you have an asphalt roof installed on your home, you should know that there are tiny granules that cover the top of each shingle. The granules look like tiny black pieces of gravel and are intended to protect the shingles, particularly from the sun. So, when high winds and hail cause these granules to fall off, it can leave your roof unprotected. 

Generally, you cannot visibly see the missing granules from the ground, but if you look around your gutter drains after rain and see the tiny pieces, you know you have a problem that requires repair.

Round Cracks

If you recently experienced heavy hail in your area, it is a good idea to look for round cracks on your roof shingles. Hail often forms in a circular shape. As such, when it makes an impact with your roof, it can cause cracking along the shingles in a round-like shape.

The most important thing to remember about this impact is that it causes a crack in the shingles; a crack that will allow moisture to penetrate. Unfortunately, once a shingle has a crack there is not anything that can be done to repair it, which means it must be replaced. 

Loose Shingles

With a storm that involves high winds, you should also look for any loose shingles. Loose shingles are somewhat easy to spot in that they will easily flap when the wind blows even slightly, or the shingles may appear raised compared to the rest of the shingles. 

A loose shingle is a very important issue to address, as it means that the underlay of the roof is exposed to the elements. Even worse, as moisture settles under the loose shingle, it can cause the other nearby shingles to also loosen, which will make the problem worse.

If you notice any of this damage around the exterior of your home, make sure you speak with a roof repair professional to have the storm damage repaired as soon as possible. To learn more, contact a company that offers residential storm damage roof repair