Hail damage is not pretty. Unfortunately, sometimes there’s no getting around it, but you can better protect your roofing system by knowing what determines just how much hail damage it will get. There’s no exact way to gauge hail damage but certain factors will clue you in on what you can expect.
These factors include:
1. Hailstone Size, Shape and Density
Experts are of the belief that hailstones that are bigger than an inch in diameter wreak the most havoc while jagged hailstones are more damaging on impact. Accelerated by winds, large hailstones have also been shown to puncture roofs, particularly older roofing systems.
2. Roof Age
The older your roof, the more susceptible it is to damage so you can expect hail damage to be more severe when you have an old roof, especially one that has not been properly maintained.
3. Physical Barriers
While there’s no fully avoiding hail damage, it can be dampened by physical barriers around roofs like trees, landscaping and other neighboring structures. These can act as shields, protecting roofing systems from impact damage from hailstones.
Signs of Hail Damage
From the ground, you can determine if you’re dealing with hail damage needing roof replacement by looking for the following:
• Black-colored or extremely dark dents on asphalt shingles
• Soft bruising or holes on asphalt shingles
• Asphalt shingles with dimples or stress cracks
• Asphalt shingles that are broken, loose or missing
For a more thorough look at your roof after a hailstorm, don’t hesitate to get in touch with a trusted local roofing expert for assistance.
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