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Storm damage, strong winds and hail.

How it can affect your roofing system.

Wind Damage to Your Roof

Wind damage to your roof might be caused by a hurricane, tornado, or even a heavy thunderstorm. A roof can be harmed by the wind in two ways. Individual shingles might be blown off by strong winds. If a single shingle is missing, it can generate leaks that can cause catastrophic damage if not addressed. Winds from a very strong storm can sometimes blow an entire roof off. It is almost never the wind that causes the roof to blow off. Instead, air pressure variations above and below the roof cause the damage. Low air pressure is caused by fast flowing air from a storm. Meanwhile, within the home, the motionless or slower flowing air retains a higher air pressure. A plane wing can lift a massive jetliner high into the sky in the same way. In the case of your roof, though, the pressure difference can literally lift the roof off your house. During high-wind storms, this is also the source of broken windows, as the glass is forced outward toward the low-pressure zone. A plane wing can lift a massive jetliner high into the sky in the same way. In the case of your roof, though, the pressure difference can literally lift the roof off your house. During high-wind storms, this is also the source of broken windows, as the glass is forced outward toward the low-pressure zone.

Hail Damage to Your Roof

When hail reaches a diameter of around 1 inch, it begins to cause damage to most roofing materials. Hail damage to shingles typically appears as pock marks or little dimples. Hail can also tear off pieces of shingle or tile from the shingle's or tile's edges. More serious damage will be caused by larger hail. The length of time that hail falls makes a significant influence. A single burst of hail larger than 1 inch in diameter will cause considerable damage, but a continuous hailstorm can severely destroy a roof, necessitating extensive repairs or possibly replacement.

Metal roofs are more resistant to the elements than other types of roofing. However, depending on the material and kind of roof, big hail can dent some metal roofs. Copper is a soft metal that is the most susceptible to hail damage. If you have a metal roof, inspect it after a heavy hailstorm for damage. Steel roofs, the most popular type of metal roof, are protected against corrosion by a zinc or zinc alloy coating. A large enough dent can puncture the coating, allowing rust and eventually a leak to develop. Eagle Watch Roofing will inspect your metal roof for free to ensure that it is free of damage that could jeopardize its long-term stability.

How to Prevent Shingles from Blowing Off Your Roof

There are a few basic things you can take to reduce the chances of shingles blowing off your roof. Damaged shingles are significantly more vulnerable to high winds than healthy shingles, so keep a check on your roof for any damage before a shingle blows away. Curling along the edges of a shingle or loss of granules on an asphalt shingle are both signs of damage. Shingles that have been damaged by hail or falling debris must also be replaced. In the event of a storm, replacing damaged shingles will keep your roof secure.

You may prevent wind damage to your shingles by installing shingles with a high wind rating, in addition to correcting existing damage. Check the average and peak wind speeds for your specific location. A shingle with a wind rating of 100 mph will survive gusts of up to 110 mph, so choosing the appropriate choice early on will save you money on future repairs.

Lifted shingles can help water penetrate your home.

The longer you wait, the greater the damage can be. Waiting too long to contact a roofing company can result in serious dollars of damaged goods.

Lifted shingles can help water penetrate your home.

The longer you wait, the greater the damage can be. Waiting too long to contact a roofing company can result in serious dollars of damaged goods.

Moss = Mess

Algae can grow and grow and before you know it, your entire roof is covered in moss. Algae can also penetrate your shingles and reach your decking structure causing decay and a weakened decking system, putting your family's safety at risk.

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