You may already be aware as a homeowner that hail can be a big problem for your roofing system and your home’s exterior, especially if it recently sustained major damage. Even if you think the damage isn’t that bad, minor scratches and dents can also become worse over time.
The level of hail damage on your roof actually depends on several factors, such as:
Wind and Physical Barriers
The wind during any hailstorm has a big impact on how the hail will inflict roofing damage. High winds do the most damage as they can influence the velocity and angle of the impact. But physical barriers can act as a shield for your roof and reduce the amount of damage taken. Physical barriers include landscaping, nearby trees, and even nearby structures such as buildings and fences.
Your Roof’s Age and Condition
This factor also affects how much damage your roof can take from a hailstorm. If your roof hasn’t been regularly maintained or has recently sustained other types of roof damage, you’ll have a higher risk of hail damage. If your roof is already starting to show signs of damage, we recommend a professional inspection and a possible roof replacement.
The Size and Density of Hail
Hailstones are hardly ever the same, and those that are larger than three centimeters give the worst damage. Large and jagged hailstones accelerated by high winds have also been known to puncture older or weaker roofs and are dangerous on impact.
If you have a multi-layered shingle roof, then you’re likely more vulnerable to penetration from smaller sized hailstones. This is because these can easily strike the soft support area under the top shingle layer. They can cause just enough damage to trigger a roof leak, which can cascade into more problems such as mold buildup and rot in your inner roofing system.
If you’re planning to get a roofing inspection, make sure you call only the best roofing company in the area. Call ImproveIT! of Atlanta today at (770) 525-8836 or contact us through our convenient online form. We serve Sandy Springs, Marietta, Alpharetta, and surrounding GA areas.
