Every time it starts to hail, homeowners wonder if their roof will be in one piece when the storm is over. If you’re lucky enough that your shingles didn’t get hit with any major damage, then you might not have to worry about fixing anything on your roof for a while. But what if they did? Well, there’s no need to panic.
Here are some of the ways hail can damage your roof and how a professional can help you protect your home in the event of an emergency.
Shingle Damage
The severity of the damage to your shingles depends on how large the hailstones are. If they’re too small, it will only leave superficial scratches that won’t go through the shingle layer and reach the underlayment. However, if they’re larger than 2 inches, there’s a good chance it will crack your shingles and loosen or tear them off completely.
Leaks and Water Damage
Since hail has been known to crack shingles and loosen or tear off shingles completely, this leaves your roof vulnerable to more hail or other weather conditions in the future. The results? Water leaks and even worse situations could occur for you down the line! You want to avoid water damage, from mold growth to rotten wood, at all costs.
Other Kinds of Damage
Hail can cause all sorts of damage to your roof. It’s more than just surface-level scratching and denting; hail can also rip shingles off completely, strip away insulation, and break windows if they’re close enough to the point of impact. Hail causes tens of billions in property damage every year.
That’s why our team at JM Roofing and Siding is here for any and all roofing emergencies and installation needs. We’re here to ensure your home is protected and ready for strong weather patterns every season.
Roofing Replacement in Norwalk, CT
When you need your roofing system replaced so it is safe for your family, you need to hire the best contractor possible. The JM Roofing and Siding experts are licensed and insured to serve you in Norwalk, Connecticut, and the surrounding areas. Contact us today for a free estimate!