Not Water: The Real Culprits Behind Storm Damage

Storm damage comes in many forms, but all is destructive in nature. In the Twin Cities and neighboring areas, where nature is not so friendly, storms could ravage your home in different ways depending on the culprit.

Contrary to popular belief, water is actually the least of your problems. Downpours can cause floods, but they don’t really impair intact and well-designed roofs on their own. To help you be more vigilant when evaluating your roofing’s condition from the street, Krech Exteriors discusses the forces for which you should look:

Wind

Thunderstorms are damaging, not necessarily because of the heavy rain they bring, but due to their high winds. After all, your roofing system should keep your interior dry unless the wind blows your shingles off. In some cases, thunderstorms are strong enough to tear roofs, including the underlying wood deck, apart. Also, they could uproot tall trees and damage homes indirectly.

Hail

High-velocity hailstones can leave visible and hidden bruises to roofs. Asphalt shingles with low-impact resistance could develop cracks on the surface or back, creating gaps that cause water leaks. All experienced roofing repair contractors would recommend having a comprehensive maintenance program to identify causes for concern before they do costly damage.

Snow

The weight of heavy snow could suffice to render roofs structurally unsound. The inability to shed snow effectively could lead to moisture-related problems as well. With poor attic ventilation, ice dams would form and cause a host of different roof-related issues.

Lightning

Lightning damage happens more often than most people think. Lightning strikes are a common cause of structure fires and property damage due to fallen trees.

At Krech Exteriors, we offer a wide range of services to help stormproof your roof. We’re the authority in installing GAF’s complete roofing systems, including the brand’s impact-resistant and Class A fire-rated shingles. Our Master Elite™ designation means we can give you access to GAF’s strongest levels of protection. We also provide routine maintenance solutions and emergency repairs to mitigate any storm damage and restore your roof ASAP.

To schedule your FREE, in-home consultation in St. Paul, Minneapolis, or any nearby area, call us today at (651) 968-8888.