Flashing is the metal bordering the roof, and after a hailstorm, you should check for dents in the metal. This is one of the most obvious and easy-to-spot signs of hail damage.

After a storm, your gutters may have detached from your shingles. A malfunctioning gutter can lead to more extensive water damage, so it’s important to repair gutters and downspouts as quickly as possible. Along with roof repair, we also offer gutter repair and siding repair, which you may need after a destructive storm.

If you have asphalt shingles, you may be able to see round or tear-drop shaped spots where the hail damaged your roof. If these damaged shingles are not replaced, the water will pool there and become absorbent, eventually causing water damage to the underlayment and decking below the roofing shingles.

Hailstones aren’t the only thing that causes storm damage, wind can also damage your roof. If a storm has brought winds of 45 mph or higher to your Northern Colorado building, it’s time to call in a professional roofing contractor to take a look. Loose or missing shingles are the biggest sign of wind damage, but you might also notice chimney issues or curling or peeling shingles.

Slate and tile roofs are very beautiful and unique, but like any roofing material, they can be damaged by hail or wind. Check to see if any broken tiles have fallen into your yard or if you can see cracks from your vantage point. Identifying damage to slate or tile is relatively easy since it creates crisp, clean holes and cracks. Again, if you notice any damage, be sure to contact our roofing company for an inspection.

Just like you scour your pots and pans after cooking, your metal roof can be scoured by an intense storm. You may see scratch marks or dents, and — depending on the size of the hail — there may even be fractures in the metal. While some hail damage may only be cosmetic, if the protective coating has been removed, the roofing material can rust and lead to further damage. If you have Pride Roofing & Construction inspect your roof, we’ll let you know whether the structural integrity has been compromised or whether your roof has only suffered minor aesthetic damage.

Not every sign of hail damage is on the exterior of your home — there are a variety of things you may notice inside that could be related to a hail damaged roof. If you notice things like water stains on your ceiling or walls, mold or mildew, water seepage in your attic, or wet insulation, you may have a roof leak caused by storm damage. If you see these signs at any time, it’s vital to call a roofing company to come to inspect your roof.

A large storm can also damage your siding as well as your roof. On siding made of wood, vinyl, or aluminum, you may see impact marks from hail blown into your building. Often, these masks are simply an aesthetic problem, but sometimes the hailstones do pierce holes through the surface of your siding and damage the structural integrity of your siding. If that is the case, you will need to repair it as soon as possible to prevent further damage. Along with roof repair, Pride Roofing & Construction can also repair and install siding, so contact us today if you are having any problems.