Although Austin hasn’t seen much hail or even thunderstorms yet this summer, it’s a good idea to find out if your roof is damaged especially after a storm. Your roof can be damaged by not just rain or hall but also high winds. We give you some tips for inspecting your roof after a storm to check for damage.
Roof shingles are highly durable but are prone to damage from weather. In cases of high wind, the corners of shingles can easily curl and start to peel away from the roof. Cracked or missing shingles can cause leaks and the hardest part of repairing this kind of damage is locating it. Any damage or signs of wear call for immediate action to keep water from seeping under the shingles and rotting the wood beneath. Ignoring a problem – even what appears to be a small one – will cause the need to reroof and add hundreds of dollars to the cost of a roof. Read more “How To: Repairing Wind Damaged Shingles”
