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Hail damage to your roof is never a good thing and if not dealt with quickly can become a major problem. The main issues that can arise from hail damage are roofs leaking which will cause interior damage to walls, ceilings, lighting, and other internals. In most cases, your home insurance will help you get things sorted so that you can potentially avoid significant house repairs but more importantly keep dry and protect your home.
To help you with this entire process we'll go over what to do if your roof is damaged by hail and how to prevent further issues.
Key points discussed:
The first issue that arises is the potential for leaks.
What are the effects of hail on a roof?
If your roof is already damaged, the hail can worsen the problem and cause more damage.
What happens if you don’t repair your hail-damaged roof?
If you have hail damage on your roof, it's essential to get it repaired as soon as possible to prevent any further issues from arising.
Does insurance help fix things around the home and is there anything it excludes based on your experience?
The first issue that arises is the potential for leaks.
Hail-damaged roofs can be a major source of frustration for homeowners - one of the biggest concerns is roof leakage. Hail storms in particular can wreak havoc on roofing systems, and if the roof isn't maintained properly it can open up weak spots that quickly become entry points for water, wind and weather incursion. Metal sheeting can have its protective coating compromised through hail damage rendering it susceptible to severe corrosion and cracking. It's important to address these weak points immediately, as they could cause additional damage and create further issues down the road. To ensure your roof stays leak-free, it's always best to reach out to a roofing specialist who will be able to assess the state of your roof and offer sound advice and repair services.
What are the effects of hail on a roof
Hail can affect your roof because of:
Size, larger than 4cm in diameter can do destructive damage to both tiled, metal, asbestos, or most other roofing materials
Weakness caused by weathering, age of roof materials, previous hail damage
Wind strength at the time of the hail storm can increase the velocity of the hailstones
Frequency of the hail storms and number of strikes along with the density of the hailstones themselves
All of these effects can lead to conditions of weakening your roof's integrity, broken weather seals, damage to flashing, damage to guttering, structural damage, wind, weather and water incursion and significant internal damage.
If your roof is already damaged, the hail can worsen the problem and cause more damage.
If your roof has already been taken a beating from recent storms, hail can quickly worsen the problem and lead to even more roof damage, particularly structural damage. It’s important to assess any roof damage that may have been caused by hail as soon as possible because roof damage left unrepaired will only become worse over time and potentially lead to roof failure in the future. With timely roof repair and proper maintenance, you can help maintain the integrity of your roof and prevent further storms from causing major roof damage.
What happens if you don’t repair your hail-damaged roof?
Hail dents gradually worsen over time as they hold water and dust and can crack the protective coating on metal roofs
Internal leaks can develop following any hail damage leading to internal structural damage including walls, ceilings, lighting, carpets or flooring damage and much more
Your Bluescope lifetime warranty may be voided when hail-damaged.
When it’s time to sell your property, a building & pest inspection will highlight your hail-damaged roof to potential buyers.
If you have hail damage on your roof, it's important to get it repaired as soon as possible to avoid any further issues arising.
As unfortunate as it may be, having hail-damaged roofing can be a common occurrence that homeowners face especially with our unpredictable Queensland weather conditions. Fortunately, with early detection of your roof condition and swift action, the damage does not have to linger for long. Ignoring hail damage can cause further issues such as water leaks and structural damage which can weaken the structural integrity and foundation of your home and prove to be costly in repairs in the long run. To avoid such headaches, it is strongly recommended to get a hail-damaged roof repaired immediately to protect yourself from any future problems arising.
Does insurance help fix things around the home and is there anything it excludes based on your experience?
Yes, insurance companies generally will fix or repair all damages around the home caused by a hail storm (owners can refer to their PDS to determine the adequacy of your coverage) Climatized Building & Roofing will fix all storm damages.
Take action and get your roof perfect again.
If you have hail damage on your roof, it's essential to get it repaired as soon as possible. Left unrepaired, hail damage can lead to a number of issues, such as leaks, increased energy bills, and further damage to your roof. No matter what the extent of the damage, we can help you file a claim and get your roof repairs taken care of quickly and easily. Contact us today to get started.
