Most of the homeowners often get surprised to learn that wind can cause damage to their roof. The wind is usually seen as a harmless force of nature. However, when it gets fast enough, it can do more harm than good.
Even before the wind reaches hurricane or tornado speeds, strong winds can cause damage to your roof in a number of ways. High wind damages the property and surrounding areas- hazards such as uprooted trees or fallen branches and debris which may fall over your roof. Winds can also damage the edges of the roof or areas that are already loose.
Here are the signs that indicate that there is wind damage to your roof.
One of the easiest ways to identify that you have a wind-damaged roof is when the entire shingle is missing. If you notice shingles lying around your home or yard, you must call roofing experts for an inspection. Strong winds can rip of the entire shingles making your roof vulnerable.
Wind, just like hail can cause loss of granules from your shingles. To identify if there is a granule loss is by checking the gutters for granules, as it is where they tend to pile up.
The edge of the roof and other pressure points are most likely to sustain wind damage. The professional roofers will look for curling shingles where the impact of wind was more that may have caused shingles to peel. Shingles protect your roof from water and if they are loose then it can lead to water damage and reduce the lifespan of your roof.
In case you have a flat roof look for tears or missing pieces in the material. Winds can rip the material or lift it up or leave it with bubbles which can impact the integrity of the roofing system.
In case you find that your chimney is looking little crooked this is a sign of wind damage. Sometimes you may find missing spots of flashings that can break the sealing around the chimney and can cause water seepage.
Fascia or Soffit, just like shingles, keep water away from the roof and reduce the chances of any leak. When wind damages fascia or soffit it can cause water damage. Moreover, there are chances of stray critters meandering in your roof. Additionally, strong winds can make the fascia become lose, bent, crack, or even blow it off entirely.
If you notice wet spots, discoloration, or peeling paint there is a good chance that there is a leakage. It is best to call roofers for an inspection.
When you find roof damage, it’s not something that you should ignore. You must get it repaired to avoid bigger issues in the future. Contact Allegiant Roofing today and we will ensure that you get a good repair that protects your home.