In the heart of monsoon season, Arizona often experiences strong winds that can lead to dust storms, often called a haboob. To protect your home from the elements, including rain, wind, and dust, the roof is designed to deflect these components. However, Mother Nature can be fierce and often the roof cannot withstand what she throws at it.
As a homeowner, understanding the signs and effects of wind damage to your roof are essential. To help you know what to look for, we’ve put together this quick guide of what to look for while inspecting your roof. Like always, safety should always be a priority and if you do not feel safe performing an inspection, contact your local roofer for a professional inspection.
Signs of Wind Damage
1. Missing Shingles or Roofing Tiles
This is likely one of the most noticeable and immediate signs of wind damage. Winds can pull shingles off or knock tiles loose from the roof. When the wind is strong enough, it also has the ability to completely blow the entire roof off. The age and condition of your roof will play a massive role in how well it will hold up during a windstorm.
Standing in your yard and examining your roof, you should be able to see if any shingles or tiles are missing. Replacing them as quickly as possible will help prevent additional damage to the roofing system.
2. Leak Inside The Home
A common sign that a roof has wind damage is a leak inside your home. When various parts of the roof shift or go missing from high winds, it opens the roofing system up for water damage. A leak inside your home can be a result from wind damage and especially if a significant amount of rain falls shortly after.
If you notice water marks on the ceiling of your top most floor, you will want to inspect the rest of your roofing system for a leak. Accessing your attic space and examining the underside of your roof should give you a clear indication of where the leak is. To prevent further damage that will likely cost even more, contact your local roofing company to repair the leak as quickly as possible.
3. Debris On The Roof
Winds can cause large branches, sticks, and other debris to land on your roof. With high winds and debris flying around, your roof is at risk of being punctured and damaged. After heavy winds, examine your roof for debris and remove it if you can do so safely. Leaving it on the roof for an extended period of time will increase the likelihood of damage in the future.
To help prevent your roof from this type of wind damage, be sure trees are trimmed and loose items are put inside. Maintenance is the best way to help prevent damage to your roof. Be sure to prepare yourself and your home before the next windstorm.
Understanding the signs of wind damage is essential as a homeowner.
This is even more important as monsoons bring high wind and heavy rain to the East Valley. Before the next storm blows through, ensure large branches are trimmed and loose debris is put inside. After the heavy rains, look for signs of a leak inside your home. You will also want to examine the exterior of your home for missing shingles or tiles as wind can blow them off of your roof.
If you discover damage to your roofing system, getting it repaired as quickly as possible will help prevent further damage. Craven Construction is your trusted roofing company serving the entire East Valley. Our team is available to assess any damage to your roof and provide you with the best possible solution for repair. Contact our office today to schedule your FREE estimate!
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