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What Does Hail Roof Damage Look Like?

Hail storms are natural phenomena that can wreak havoc on your roof and other structures on your property. When hail hits, the roof damage it can cause leads to slew of other costly problems–that’s why it’s so important to be able to identify the damage when it occurs. But what does hail roof damage look like?

In this blog, we clarify how to recognize the tell-tale signs of roof hail damage and discuss the importance of emergency roof repair services.

What Are Hail Storms?

Hail storms are weather events characterized by the formation of hail, which are balls or lumps of ice that form within thunderstorm updrafts. The size of hail can vary widely, ranging from small pea-sized pellets to large golf ball-sized chunks. When these pieces of hail hit your roof, vehicles and other structures, they can cause significant damage, especially if wind speed is high during the storm.

The Dangers of Roof Damage

Hail damage to your roof can negatively affect your home in a number of ways. These can include:

  • compromised structural integrity
  • water intrusion leading to interior damage
  • increased susceptibility to leaks
  • higher potential for mold growth

It’s safe to say that these issues are much more costly to fix than repairing the initial damage the hail causes, which is why you have to be able to recognize the signs as soon as possible.

Signs of Hail Damage on Roofs

The damage a hail storm does to your roof can take many forms. Here are some common signs to look out for:

  1. Dented Shingles: Large hailstones can leave noticeable dents or depressions on asphalt shingles.
  2. Granule Loss: Hail impact may cause granules, the protective layer on shingles, to dislodge, appearing as dark patches or bare spots.
  3. Cracked Shingles: Hail can crack or split roof shingles, compromising their integrity and leading to potential leaks.
  4. Exposed Fiberglass Mat: Significant hail impact may expose the fiberglass mat beneath the shingles, increasing vulnerability to water penetration.
  5. Fractured Fiberglass: Fractures in the fiberglass mat can potentially lead to tears and further damage.
  6. Weakened Seal Strips: High winds during hailstorms can weaken the sealant strips on shingles, increasing the risk of shingle blow-off and water intrusion.
  7. Damage to Roof Flashing and Vents: Hail can cause dings or dents on roof flashing, vents, gutters, and other metal components, indicating roof damage.
  8. Water Stains Inside the House: Leaks or water stains on ceilings or walls may indicate compromised roofing due to hail damage.
  9. Unexplained Debris: Finding debris such as granules or broken shingle pieces in gutters or around the property after a hailstorm suggests possible roof damage.
  10. Cracked Windows or Siding: In severe cases, hail can also damage windows, siding, and other exterior features, often indicating potential roof damage.

Being aware these signs can help you identify hail damage early and take appropriate action to safeguard your property.

What to Do if You Notice Hail Storm Damage on Your Roof

If your roof has hail damage, roof repair services should be contacted immediately. Next, document the damage with photos for a potential insurance claim. 

Avoid delaying repairs to prevent further deterioration and potential safety hazards. Lastly, file a claim with your insurance company to expedite the repair process and minimize out-of-pocket expenses (your roofing company can also help you with this step).

Roof Repair vs. Roof Replacement

Whether or not you need to repair or replace a hail damaged roof depends on the age of the roof, the extent of damage, your budget constraints, and long-term durability of your roof. Roof repair typically involves patching damaged areas, replacing individual shingles, and addressing minor issues. On the other hand, roof replacement entails removing the entire roof and installing a new one. Your roofer will help you identify which course of action is best.

Roof Pro Plus – Give Your Home the Protection it Needs

Recognizing and addressing hail damage on roofs is the key to preserving the integrity of your home properties. By knowing what the signs of hail damage are, you can promptly seek out the support of roofing professionals when the time comes.Whether you need hail damage roof repair in Georgina, roof repairs in Muskoka, or any other type of roofing work, Roof Pro Plus is your answer. With a thorough inspection process and quality workmanship backed by many successful years in the business, we are the only professional roofing contractor you need. Contact us to learn more about how we can protect your property.

5 Reasons You Should Consider a Career In Roofing

Have you considered a rewarding career as a roofer in Barrie, Newmarket, Markham, or Muskoka? Here are a few reasons you should:

1. Become Highly Trained

Looking to build your resume and to learn new skills? As a professional roofer, you’ll have the opportunity to receive Working at Heights training, Fall Arrest training, and more.

When it comes to protecting your crew and your safety, trained roofers can apply for Workplace Safety & Insurance Board protection and liability insurance.

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Your Guide to Preventative Roofing Maintenance

Preventing a problem is the smartest way to protect your largest investments – especially when it comes to the place you call home. And when it comes to ensuring your home is taken care of, you may need to consult specialists to complete renovations, upgrades, or general maintenance.

First and foremost, a safe, reliable, and comfortable home depends on a properly designed, fitted, and installed roof. Without warrantied shingles, expert roofing services, and high-quality roofing products, your roof and home can become vulnerable to leaking, moulding, water damage, heat and cool air escape, and other concerns.

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4 Reasons Why Fall Is The Best Time To Repair Your Roof

Weather and changing seasons can take their toll on your home. For example, one major windstorm, tree fall, rainstorm, or snowfall can greatly impact your roof – especially if it’s out-dated, has some shingles missing, doesn’t feature underlayment, or wasn’t installed properly.

At Roof Pro Plus, we provide roofing inspections, install complete roofing systems, and we take the time to educate our customers about the importance of using the right roofing products.

We’re also passionate about creating awareness around roofing in autumn – because there’s no better time to service your roof! Here’s why: 

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5 Things to Look For in a Trusted Roofing Company

If you’re in need of emergency roofing service, shingle repair, a full roof replacement, or service to improve your attic insulation – it’s important to call a roofing company that meets the highest level of roofing standards.

In this article, we explore the five things that you should always look for in a trusted roofing company – to ensure you’re not getting ripped off and that the work being done will be done right.

1. Warranty & Insurance

One of the riskiest things you can do when hiring a roofing company is deciding to work with someone who is unlicensed and uninsured. Why? Because if something goes wrong, such as a contractor being injured or your home facing damage, you put yourself at risk of being on the hook for repairs and damages!

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12 Signs Your Attic Is Poorly Insulated

When an attic is poorly insulated, some very serious and expensive issues can arise. To help homeowners to become more aware and informed when it comes to their attics and roofing systems, we’ve outlined the twelve most obvious signs that your attic is poorly insulated:

1. Ice Damming

Ice dams are classified as ridges of ice that form at the edge of a roof due to continuous melting and refreezing of snow. This ice blocks snow and water from draining off of roofs and can cause foundational issues and leaking in improperly insulated and ventilated homes.

In harsh Canadian climates, winter ice damming is one of the most obvious signs that something is awry in your attic and roofing system. To learn more about the risks of ice damming, check out our article, ‘How to Prevent & Eliminate Winter Ice Damming’. 

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7 Things You Need To Know About Cottage Roofing

When it comes to cottage roofing in the Muskoka region, it’s critical that owners understand the unique set of challenges they may face. This is especially true for cottagers who only vacation in the summer and do not inspect or check their cottage roofing systems during the cold winter months.

In this article, we outline seven roofing matters that all cottagers should be aware of:

1. Winter Maintenance

If you are a summer-only cottager, odds are that your cottage, shed, and boathouse are unmonitored all winter long. Therefore, it’s very important to prepare each roof and structure for fall and winter by:

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What To Do If You Have Lost Shingles in a Windstorm

Have you lost shingles in a recent windstorm? Like many others in your neighbourhood, you may have experienced shingle loss due to extremely high winds. If so, this article was written for you!

At Roof Pro Plus, we’ve taken the time to answer a few commonly asked questions that you may be asking about your damaged roof and shingles.

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Plus – we’ll tell you which of our trusted shingle brands had a 100% success rate for our customers during Ontario’s most recent windstorm.

Let’s get started:

What do I do if my shingles have lifted and fallen off in a windstorm?

If your shingles have lifted and blown away, your home is vulnerable to further and more expensive damage. To prevent leaks during the next rainfall, it is critical that you call professional roofers like Roof Pro Plus immediately. Our roofers will be able to assess the damage and provide solutions that will protect your roof and your family from further disruption.

If you live in York Region, Simcoe Region, Durham, Muskoka, or surrounding regions, call 1-888-677-7757 today. We’ll be there are soon as we can.

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How To Prevent & Eliminate Winter Ice Damming

While most homeowners have likely heard of ice damming, many people are unsure of how ice damming is caused, how damaging it can be to their roof, and how they can prevent ice damming from ever forming or causing damage.

In this article, we answer each of these questions and provide some helpful tips on how to ensure your home and roof are protected during the winter months and beyond.

What is ice damming?

Ice dams are ridges of ice that form at the edge of a roof due to continuous melting and refreezing of snow. This ice blocks snow and water from draining off of roofs and can cause foundational issues and leaking in improperly insulated and ventilated homes.

What causes ice damming?

Caused by inclement weather (heavy snow then warm temperatures) and/or poorly insulated attic heat-escape that melts snow, ice damming occurs due to lack of insulation or the backing up of frozen slush from eavestroughs. For ice dams to form, snow on a roof must be present, and higher parts of the roof must be warmer than lower parts of the roof. As snow on the higher part of the roof melts, and water begins to trickle down to cooler parts of the roof, ice forms and a dam begins to build.

Graphic showing how Ice Dams are formed and how to prevent themhttps://www.farrellagencies.com

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Roofing 101

Your Guide to the Basics of Roofing

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The roofing professionals here at Roof Pro + never get tired of talking out the products, methods, and principles of this industry. While the consuming public may not think of roofing as an entertaining topic to discuss over wine on a Saturday evening, these residential roofing enthusiasts would love to speak about the subject any day of the week.

The veteran contractors of Roof Pro + would probably want to discuss roofing topics that may be a little advanced and esoteric for the average citizen. Instead of exploring “recent innovation in composite shingling,” we will run through some basic information that can provide homeowners with a more solid basis for understanding this vital aspect of their own properties.

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