The Badger Company

Roof damage as a result of hail isn’t always as extensive or as obvious as that of wind or storm damage. As such, it is easy to overlook it, especially by an experienced eye. Not long after, you may start noticing leaks and other issues that may compromise your home’s interiors. If you’re not sure whether your roof suffered hail damage, you should always assume that it is likely the case. For your peace of mind, make sure you keep in mind the following steps:

1. Conduct a visual inspection. After the storm has passed, you can go outside and check the exterior parts of your house. Take pictures of the hailstones you see on the ground. Find the largest one you can, and then put it in your freezer. You can show this to your roofers later to give them an idea of what kind of damage they might find when they check the roof. Next, look near the end of your downspouts for granules. If you find any, it’s possible that hailstones hit your roof and knocked them off. Keep these things in mind as you do the visual inspection safely on the ground.

2. Hire a professional. Not all hailstorm damage is visible until it has spread to other regions of your home. An accurate damage assessment and timely repairs might help postpone the requirement for a new roof. Professionals can identify whether hail damaged your roof. If they find damage, they can offer you an estimate and help file your insurance claim.

3. Inform your home insurance company. You can immediately let your insurance company know about the hailstorm that hit your neighborhood and the damage it caused to your roof. Be mindful of the deadlines for submitting claims; typically, homeowners have a year from the time they discover hail damage to their roof to do so under conventional plans. Work with a competent roofing contractor who is also capable of guiding you through the procedure to guarantee you receive the compensation you are entitled to for the repairs and adjustments to your roof.

The Badger Company offers top-notch roof repair and replacement services to residents of Waunakee and the surrounding areas. We are also storm damage insurance specialists – we represent our customers during the claims process to ensure they receive a fair settlement. We are committed to excellence in every respect, from educating our customers in the claims and roofing restoration process to providing the best warranties on our products and workmanship.

Give us a call today at (608) 850-6282, or fill out our contact form to request a free estimate.