If your roof is damaged by hail, read this article carefully to learn the proper steps to take after.
Hailstorms can cause a lot of damage to your Metro Atlanta home, and your roof is likely to take the worst part. We understand how stressful it can be to deal with this on your own, especially if you are a homeowner for the first time and have never dealt with an insurance claim.
Here is what to do when your roof is damaged by hail
1. Have a specialist perform a roof inspection
Ask an experienced roofing company to thoroughly inspect your roof, including the chimney, soffit and fascia, flashing, vents, and gutters.
A professional roof inspection can reveal whether or not you need to replace any damaged portions of your roof. If you live in Atlanta or any of the nearby communities we serve within a 50 miles radius, Pro Roofing & Siding can perform this inspection at no cost.
If the inspector finds that there are no significant issues with your roof that would prevent it from being repaired, they should be able to tell you what needs fixing and estimate how much the repairs will cost you.
2. Let your insurer know that your roof is damaged by hail
If the damage is too severe and widely spread, the only solution may be a complete roof replacement. If that's the case, you should get your insurance company involved. It would be best if you took action immediately to ensure you don't lose out on coverage.
Luckily, getting a roofing contractor on your side from the beginning will help you get all you need in the steps to follow.
3. Document the proof of hail damage to your roof
While inspecting your home, the roofing specialist will take photos and videos from different angles. At Pro Roofing & Siding, we even use drones to get an eagle-eye view of your home and show your insurance company the true extent of the damage.
The next thing you should do if your roof is damaged by hail is to get proof of the storm's severity. Your insurance company will want proof that the hail damage is due to a severe storm, not something else. For this part, roofers nowadays rely on specialized platforms to verify that the conditions were severe enough for the kind of damage you're claiming and pull a full report for your insurance company.
4. Do not make any repairs without permission from your insurer
If your roof is damaged by hail, you should not rush to make any repairs without permission from your insurer. You may be liable for any damage you cause if an uninsured loss occurs during the repair and your policy does not cover it.
A professional roofing contractor will help with temporary measures to prevent water from entering your home while you sort things out with your insurance company, such as tarping your roof.
Get in touch with the Hail Damage Pros in Metro Atlanta
If you're wondering what to do about hail damage to your roof, we are here to answer your questions and help you through the process. Contact us today to get started.
Pro Roofing & Siding has years of experience dealing with storm damage restoration. We'll work with your insurance adjuster so that you get all the possible coverage to replace damaged materials.
