Lightning strikes can turn your peaceful home into a disaster zone in seconds. When Mother Nature unleashes her electrical fury on your roof, the consequences extend far beyond a simple power outage. Understanding these risks and having a trusted partner like JM Roofing and Siding ready to assess and repair damage can protect your family and investment.

Immediate Fire Hazards

When lightning strikes your roof, it generates temperatures reaching 50,000 degrees Fahrenheit—five times hotter than the sun’s surface. This intense heat can instantly ignite roofing materials, insulation, and wooden structures. 

The electrical discharge doesn’t stop at the roof. It travels through your home’s wiring, potentially sparking fires in walls, attics, and electrical panels. Even if flames don’t erupt immediately, smoldering materials can cause fires hours later.

Structural Damage Assessment

Lightning strikes create both visible and hidden structural damage. The electrical surge can crack roof decking, split rafters, and compromise the integrity of your home’s framework. Shingles may appear undamaged from ground level while harboring significant underlayment damage.

When lightning compromises your roof’s protective barrier, water infiltration becomes a critical concern. Even small cracks can allow moisture to seep in, leading to mold growth, wood rot, and expensive interior damage.

Electrical System Complications

Your home’s electrical system bears the brunt of lightning’s power surge. Circuit breakers may trip, outlets can burn out, and appliances often suffer irreparable damage. The surge can destroy electronics, HVAC systems, and smart home devices connected to your electrical grid.

Roofing Professionals in Fairfield County

If your roof needs to be replaced or repaired, our team is ready to help! JM Roofing & Siding of Norwalk, CT, will ensure your roof is durable enough to handle anything because our quality is over your head.
Request a free estimate today at 203-299-0716 or online. We look forward to helping you!