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Storm Damage
Wind
Wind Damage
Significant wind can cause shingles to blow off the roof deck. Missing shingles can lead to leaks and other interior damage. Other wind damage may not be easy to see, especially if the adhesive seal that provides a water-shedding surface is broken.
Potential signs of wind damage:
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Missing shingles.
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Thin horizontal lines where granules have been worn off about 1-2 inches beneath the shingle above; this could indicate that the shingle seal was broken and the shingle was flapping in the wind rubbing against the shingle above it. To be effective against the elements, shingles must be sealed to each other as one water tight roof deck.
Hail
Hail Damage
Usually hail is not something that you can miss—it is typically a widespread weather event in a neighborhood and not isolated to just one house on the block. Hail can bruise a shingle causing an indentation that may be hard to see but that can crack the shingle allowing water to infiltrate over time.
Potential signs of hail damage:
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Other collateral hail damage around the house; dents on cars or other items on your house or in your yard.
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A distinct pattern of small round-shaped divots on the edges of the shingles.
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Indentations in the shingle where granules are missing.
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A large pile of granules at the end of your downspout; a small amount is normal, especially on new shingles.
Debris
Falling Debris
During some storms tree branches or other falling debris can land on your roof. Some items are small and won’t cause an issue—other items are so large that you will naturally be concerned about damage. In either case, long term effects, if left unchecked, can lead to a big issue.
Potential signs of debris damage:
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Visual identification of debris on the roof deck.
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Missing shingles.
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Cracked shingles.
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A large pile of granules at the end of your downspout; a small amount is normal, especially for new shingles.