Storm & Hail Damage in Lansing, MI
Summer thunderstorms in Mid-Michigan can bring strong gusts and hail. Damage isn't always obvious from the driveway, so a careful look after a big storm is worth it.
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Gusts lift shingle tabs and break the seal strip, or tear shingles off entirely. Lifted tabs often fail in the next storm if they aren't resealed.
Hail damage
Hail knocks granules off shingles, leaving dark spots, and dents gutters, vents and metal flashing. Bruised shingles wear out faster even if they don't leak right away.
Fallen limbs
Branches can puncture the deck or crack rafters. If a limb is on the roof, keep everyone out of rooms below and leave removal to professionals.
Emergency tarping
A tarp secured properly over damaged areas keeps rain out until repairs can be made.
Documenting damage
Photograph the roof, gutters, siding and any interior water before cleanup. Keep receipts for emergency work.
Storm chasers
After major storms, out-of-town crews go door to door. Check any roofer's Michigan license and avoid signing on the spot.
Get an inspection
Tell the roofer when the storm hit and what you've seen. Send a request and a roofer will get in touch.
Siding and screens
Dents in siding and torn window screens are good clues that hail hit the roof as well.
Book quickly
Damaged shingles can let water in during the next storm, so arrange an inspection soon after the weather clears.
Frequently asked questions
- Can hail damage be missed?
- Yes. Small hail bruises may not be visible from the ground. A roofer checking up close can spot them.
- Should I file a claim before a roofer looks?
- Many homeowners get an inspection first so they know what's damaged. Your insurer can tell you its process.
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