When a storm hits, it can cause damage to your home and roof that you may not be prepared for. Problems can arise after different types of storms, and it’s important to know the type of damage that can occur, and signs to look for. We’ve put together 4 common types of storm damage to look out for.
1. Wind Damage
It’s no surprise that wind can do an extraordinary amount of damage to your home. Eastern North Carolina is notorious for thunderstorms and even hurricanes. This type of wind can cause destruction to your roof by creating stress points, or damaging your shingles, leaving your roof exposed to the elements. Wind can also pick up debris that could destroy your roof. To prepare your home against wind damage, it’s important to reinforce your windows and doors, secure outdoor equipment, or have your roof repaired ahead of the storm.
2. Debris Damage
Storms with this type of forceful wind cause even more damage as things like outdoor furniture, tree limbs, and rocks can be hurtled into outdoor structures. It is important to store outdoor items before storms like this to avoid debris damage to your home or to the homes around you. If your home is damaged by debris after a storm, it’s important to have it repaired quickly to avoid further issues like mold or electrical fires.
3. Water Damage
Water damage is a type of storm damage that can lead to a string of unfortunate events, including structural decay, mold, mildew, and flooding. This type of damage can occur quickly and quietly, through clogged gutters, or even holes or stress points on the roof. Signs of water damage include water stains on walls or ceilings, mold or mildew, peeling paint, and a sagging ceiling. This type of damage is extremely important to take care of as quickly as possible. As soon as you notice any of these signs, contact Assurance Roofing for a free estimate on any roofing service.
4. Hail Damage
Depending on the material of your roof, hail can create long-term problems for your home, including cracked shingles, indentions, holes, or granule loss. It is important to inspect your home after a hailstorm and look for damage to your roof. Like all types of storm damage, it is important to have any issues resolved quickly to prevent further problems.
Assurance Roofing is a fully licensed and insured roofing contractor that provides roofing services including reroofs, replacements, maintenance, and repairs. We are also available to assist you with any insurance or storm damage claims. For any storm damage concerns, contact us today at 252-933-2604, or visit https://assuranceroofingco.com/contact-us/.
