The Negative Impact of a Hail Damaged Roof on Your Home
Every year in El Paso, we experience at least one hail storm across the city. When hail hits the area, it causes damage to vehicles and roofs alike. If your roof has been affected by a recent hail storm, you need to have it evaluated by professional roofers right away. Your roof is always at risk for damage that cannot be easily seen from the ground. The best and safest way to check if you have a hail damaged roof, is to contact a professional roofing company to assess the area. El Paso Roofing offers inspection for insurance purposes and personal requests alike.
What Can Happen to a Hail Damaged Roof
It may seem trivial to take such precaution whenever a hail storm has hit. However hail size varies from the size of dimes to the size of walnuts roofing to sensitive areas. When the asphalt underneath is exposed to the UV radiation, it dries out the bonding material,further weakening the roof surface.,or even larger. If your roof is already weak in certain areas or in need of repair, hail will only make it worse. After so many hail storms throughout the years, your roofing material may begin to break down for good. Hail damage can accelerate the loss of granule, which is what shingles are made of. Eventually, shingles will degrade and begin to fall off, exposing your roofing to sensitive areas. When the asphalt underneath is exposed to the UV radiation, it dries out the bonding material, further weakening the roof surface.
Avoid Other Problems
Additional problems associated with a hail damaged roof is when insurance companies cap the length of time you are allowed to make this type of claim. That is why it is best to take care of the problem right away before it begins to worsen. Our experts at El Paso Roofing can make it easy for you to get the answers you need for this and many other roofing issues. In addition, we guide you through the insurance claims process. Contact us today for more information!