
How to spot wind damage on your roof?
Wind damage is one of the more difficult forms of damage to spot. But most homeowners can still figure out if there’s been any wind damage to their roof. And when it comes to wind damage, the sooner you spot it the better. Read on for everything you need to know about wind damage and how to repair it quickly!
In this article, I’ll teach you how to spot wind damage to your roof. The first step is identifying the problem, and then diagnosing the cause. Then, there are 3 things you need to do as soon as possible after spotting wind damage to your roof.
Spotting Damage
Missing shingles are an easy way to spot wind damage to your roof. If you’re missing shingles or they’re curling and buckling, it may be time to schedule a professional inspection. Check your roof from the ground and from a ladder, as well as from an aerial view. If you spot misaligned or missing shingles, it could mean that your roof was damaged by high winds.
If you see shingles on your lawn that have been blown off by the wind, it’s possible that the roof of your home has some sort of damage. On the other hand, it could be that those shingles were already missing when the storm hit and you simply didn’t notice them until now.
If your shingles are lifting or shifting, this can be a sign of wind damage. While noticing missing shingles is obvious, spotting lifted or creased shingles is a little harder. Although it's possible that damage from high-speed winds or hurricanes could have caused creases in your shingles, most likely the cause is improper installation at the time of installation.
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Here are some things you can do when you spot wind damage
Make sure your insurance policy covers wind damage.
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To get started, review your homeowners insurance policy to ensure it’s adequately covered. You'll either have an Actual Cash Value (ACV) policy or a Replacement Cost Value (RCV) policy. It's important to know the difference between Actual Cash Value (ACV) policies and Replacement Cost Value (RCV) policies. Replacement Cost Value policies will pay you the cost of replacing your items while Actual Cash Value policies will only reimburse you for their original value on the day of loss.
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Speak with your insurance company about filing a claim for wind or storm damage. If you find that your roof has been damaged by the wind, you should contact your insurance company to file an insurance claim as soon as possible. They’ll either send an adjuster or have you find a roofing company for an inspection. If they send an adjuster, they’ll schedule a time to come out and inspect the damage to determine if you have a claim. If they approve your claim, they’ll tell you to find a roofing contractor to start the replacement process. If they tell you to find a roofing contractor first, they’ll perform an inspection and look for signs of wind damage first.
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Look for a contractor that has experience dealing with insurance claims regarding wind or storm damages. When your home is damaged by a storm, you need to know that your roofing contractor has what it takes to get the job done. That's why you should research local contractors and look out for signs of a scam. If you’re replacing your roof, you need to hire someone who knows insurance claim rules and regulations. That’s because they have to follow them to qualify for the money being paid by your insurance company - so they get it installed properly. Otherwise, your roof won’t last as long and be safe if a storm comes along. When your home is damaged by a storm, you need to know that your roofing contractor has what it takes to get the job done. That's why you should research local contractors and look out for signs of a scam.