A hailstorm has put in an appearance in your neighborhood? You are out in the yard and can only speculate on what the ice has done to the roof above you, and perhaps concerned there is damage you are not in a position to see.
For 20 years and change, Heyn Brothers Roofing has put those very questions to rest for homeowners in the Midwest. Put us on the phone if you would like someone with the training to put their eyes on your roof post-storm. (507) 519-6202 in Minnesota, (319) 984-1680 in Iowa or (605) 857-4770 in South Dakota.
One does not make light of Midwest hail. In a few minutes flat, a storm will come down in the Minneapolis suburbs or in Waterloo, Sioux Falls, Southeast and Southwest Minnesota and leave you with golf ball sized hail. Then the sky puts it behind you and the trouble is only starting. We will tell you what a roof endures from that kind of impact.
Why You Will Not See the Hail Damage
The thing about hail is it is frustrating. The more serious damage is of a type you are not going to spot standing on the ground. From the driveway your roof may seem in order while the shingles are failing without so much as a sound.
All too often a homeowner is none the wiser until some months have passed and he finds water dripping in the attic or staining a ceiling. A small job then turns into a large one. An inspection will put an end to such issues before they get started; we advise getting your roof checked after any sizeable hail event, obvious problems or not.
What to Expect After a Hailstorm
Every roof is affected differently by hail but you will see the same crop of problems time and again following a Midwest storm:
- Shingles with a bruise or crack from the force of the impact, the protective granules dislodged
- Patches of bare asphalt where the granules have been taken off and left to the elements
- Flashing at the chimneys, vents and valleys that has been dented or bent, inviting water in
- Gutters and downspouts clogged or otherwise damaged, as they take as much of a beating as the roof
- Vents, skylights and other penetrations that are cracked or broken
- Underlayment with soft spots or punctures, allowing water to the wood decking
Any one of these will put a dent in the longevity of your roof. Do nothing and you are looking at rot, mold and leaks in your home.
The Granule Problem
It is easy to underplay the matter of granules. They are not there for decoration. They are what keep ultraviolet rays and water from the asphalt. Once the hail has them loose the shingle will not age well; a roof with 15 years in it could be done in a fraction of that. Should you find granules at the foot of your downspout or in the gutters in the aftermath of a storm, pay it some mind.
Storm Damage Is Not Something to Put Off
There is more than one reason to act once the hail has passed. Water will find its way in the longer you let the damage be. Then there is insurance to consider. Most policies put a deadline on your claim for storm damage. An inspection provides a record of what needs to be done and makes documenting the damage for the insurer a straightforward affair.
Homeowners in the Midwest Have Their Reasons for Calling Heyn Brothers
We do a good deal of storm damage restoration, having worked on roofs in this part of the country for over two decades. Some of what you will find with us:
- An A+ from the BBB and 4.8 stars in 300 reviews
- CertainTeed Select ShingleMaster certification, an honor not many contractors have
- Named a Top North American Roofing Contractor in a press release
- Our 5-year workmanship warranty in addition to the manufacturer’s
- Financing via GreenSky
- Free estimates to put your mind at ease
- 24/7 service on the phone, storms being what they are
Our services extend to siding and all manner of residential and commercial roofing, be it an inspection, repair or replacement.
If the area has seen a hailstorm, do not put hidden damage to the test. Make a call and our team will have a good look at your roof. (507) 519-6202 in Minnesota, (319) 984-1680 in Iowa, (605) 857-4770 in South Dakota. We are here for you.