Winter doesn’t take a break, and it seems that the storms and winds get worse every year. The effects of heavy storms that last for days and weeks and the winds that wreak havoc are usually easy to notice – Trees and plants are blown over, the garden items you didn’t pack away are all over the place, and everything is in disarray. 

But sometimes, the things you can’t see have taken on the most damage. For example, your roof is particularly susceptible to strong winds, and the problem is that you don’t always notice the damage immediately. However, it is imperative that after a terrible period of strong winds and stormy conditions, you check to make sure that no severe damage has occurred. 

Inspection After Heavy Winds

There are three steps you should take after periods of heavy winds. 

1 – Perform a Thorough Inspection

Once the winds have subsided, take a good look around your house. Check the garden, the walls, the alleys, and most importantly for our purposes here, the roof! You should document any severe damage you come across, and taking pictures is highly suggested. This will come in handy for insurance claims and for making contact with a roofing expert should you need repairs. 

2 – Check for Fallen Debris

One of the most common causes of damage to roofs after heavy winds are objects and debris that have fallen onto the roof. This includes trees, branches, and other heavy materials. In addition, when the winds are powerful, certain features of your roof, like the chimney and shingles, can become dislodged and cause severe damage to your roof. 

3 – Check for Leaks & Cracks

After the winds, you need to thoroughly inspect your roof and your ceiling inside the house for cracks and leaks that might have occurred from the winds. Remember that you may not always notice damage to something like the roof-tile formation immediately, and that’s why you should check the roof and ceiling thoroughly. 

What To Look For

The following are the most critical tell-tale signs of roof damage that you should look out for. 

• Curling from Peeling Shingles
• Missing Shingles
• Cracks & Tears 
• Damaged Soffit or Fascia
• Chimney damage

The presence of one or more of these issues means that you have sustained damage to your roof. 

Damaged Roof Repair

Depending on the severity of the damage, repairs can take anything from an hour to a couple of days. Another factor to consider is deciding to do the repairs on your own or making use of professional services that can assess accurately and responsibly. 

Another consideration is your insurance provider’s coverage you may or may not have. Depending on your provider and your plan, you might be able to claim the damages. A good roofing solutions expert will be able to provide you with all the advice you need, including the following: 

• Damage reports
• Insurance advice
• Obligation-free quotes
• Advice on ongoing maintenance 

Heavy winds can be an absolute breeze if you take the proper precautions and have the right team on your side. UPI Roofing offers reliable residential roofing services. Contact us to schedule a consultation, today!