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Roof damage isn’t something you’re likely to worry about or notice as you drive up to your property. We’re generally relieved to see the clouds lift and the light come through after a week of storms. However, keep in mind that those storms might have caused substantial wind damage to your roof due to hail or high winds. The roof may have dents, loose shingles, and/or missing asphalt. If your roof is old or you feel it has problems, give us a call. We’re the specialists, and we’ll search for any evidence of damage that an insurance company would require in order to pay the cost of a new roof.
Wind may cause damage to a property, something many homeowners are unaware of. High winds can create dangers on your home and in the surrounding region, such as falling branches, uprooted trees, and downed power lines. While these are the concerns that we associate with a major storm, wind may also cause structural damage to your home. When severe winds strike a roof, shingles may become loose or fall off. Even fresh, secure shingles might be torn away by severe winds. Other types of wind damage to a roof include damage from falling items and debris like tree branches and downed power lines.
Roofs are particularly vulnerable to wind damage, in part because powerful winds do not strike them equally. Wind, on the other hand, tends to harm the margins of the roof or portions of the roof that are already loose. Because winds may readily pull loose shingles, initiating a chain reaction, these unsecured areas of the roof are easy targets. Roofs are frequently damaged by falling items and garbage. After sustained wind damage, your roof may begin to leak or decay as a result of water exposure.
If you want the ideal high-wind roof, the decking beneath the shingles must be solid and durable, and your fasteners must be of good quality. Craftsmanship is also essential. Some metal roofs may resist wind rates of up to 150 miles per hour.
So what wind speeds do you need to be worried about?
If you’ve recently experienced winds of 45 mph or higher, then call us and we will get outside and take a look at your roof for some of the common signs of roof damage. Signs of wind damage on a roof include loose or missing shingles, chimney issues, curling or peeling shingles, granule loss, damaged soffit or fascia and indoor leaks. High winds can also cause tree branches to fall and damage a roof.
Did you realize that strong winds can do serious damage to your roof? Determine the speed at which landscape and structural damage will occur.
45-57 mph
Remove any loose tree branches and limbs.
58-74 mph
Tear down trees, uproot trees, and take tiles off roofs.
75 – 89 mph
There was widespread tree damage, overturned mobile homes, and serious roof damage to business structures.
90+ mph winds cause significant roof damage to homes
What to Do After Strong Winds
45 – 57 mph
Winds of 45 mph can cause little damage, according to the National Weather Service, although this range is classified “non-severe.” These non-severe winds may cause some tree limbs to break off and damage to shingles that are already loose or vulnerable.
58 – 74 mph
When winds get strong, they do major damage to landscape and structures. Winds in this range will pull down entire tree branches, uproot trees, peel off shingles in good shape, and cause chimney problems.
75+ mph
Wind at this speed will inflict widespread damage to trees, flip mobile homes, and cause substantial roof damage to business and residential structures.
If you’ve recently experienced gusts of 45 mph or greater, call us and we’ll come out to inspect your roof for some of the most typical symptoms of roof damage. Loose or missing shingles, chimney difficulties, curling or peeling shingles, granule loss, damaged soffit or fascia, and inside leaks are all signs of wind damage on a roof. High winds can also force tree limbs to fall, causing roof damage.
Wind, like hail, can induce granule loss (the sandpaper-like component of the shingle). The first place we examine to see if you have missing granules is in your gutters, because this is where they tend to collect up.
Wind is more likely to cause damage to the roof’s edges and other pressure points. We’ll search for curling shingles where the wind got a grip and started peeling the shingles throughout our examination. Shingles keep water out, so if they become loose, water damage and a rapidly disintegrating roof will result.
The loss of complete shingles is one of the most obvious signs of a wind-damaged roof. If you discover shingles in your yard or around your property, you should have an expert inspect the area to see what else might be causing you problems. Strong winds can totally pull shingles off your roof, leaving it unprotected.
We’ll examine for missing pieces or rips in the material if you have a flat roof. Wind can pick up the material and rip it away, or it can leave it with bubbles, compromising the covering’s integrity.
Soffit and fascia, like shingles, keep water away from the roof, lowering the likelihood of a leak. Soffit and fascia damage can expose your property to water damage and creeping creatures. Wind can produce fractures, loose or bending sections, or even completely blow off loose fascia.
Is your chimney leaning to one side? This should alert you to an issue. We occasionally discover missing lashing, which fractures the barrier surrounding the chimney and allows water to enter.
Going inside your house to search for roof damage may seem illogical, but the clues may be written on the walls. If you see discoloration, damp areas, or flaking paint, your roof is most likely leaking. We’ve written a full post about what might happen if you disregard storm damage.
Wind damage to a roof may undoubtedly be remedied. The extent of the repair will be determined by the extent of the damage, which might range from shingle replacement to a new roof. If you find damage to your roof, book a property review quickly since the longer your roof and home are exposed, the worse the damage will get.
We’ll get down with you to discuss the degree of damage once we examine your property and utilize our cutting-edge drones to determine damage. Our roof inspections are completely free!
We frequently receive inquiries about whether roof damage was caused by wind or another weather-related condition, which a homeowner may assume is covered by their insurance.
If you have such a query, we recommend that you contact Des Moines roofing contractors HalfPriceRoof first for a free drone roof assessment. If you have wind damage to your roof, you may be eligible to file a homeowners insurance claim. Check your homeowner’s insurance coverage to see if wind damage is covered. Our storm damage repair experts at Half Price Roof will educate you on the source of your roof damage, the necessary repairs, and the cost of those repairs, so you have the knowledge you need if you decide to make a claim with your insurance. We will make certain that no critical repairs to your roof are overlooked.
If you’re concerned that heavy winds have damaged your roof, softs, or fascia, contact HalfPriceRoof for a free property and drone examination. Our professionals will examine the damage and advise you on what to do next!
Did you realize that heavy winds can do significant damage to your roof? Determine what speeds may cause landscape and structure damage.
What wind speed causes damage?
45-57 mph
Trees must be felled, and loose shingles must be removed.
58-74 mph
Remove tree branches, uproot trees, and take off roofs
75-89 mph
Tree damage was widespread, as were overturned mobile homes and substantial roof damage to commercial buildings.
90+ mph
Homes have suffered significant roof damage.
What should you do after a strong wind?
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