You may be unaware of the damage that hail can do to your roof until it’s too late! All it takes is one cracked tile to let rainwater into your home to create further damage. Understanding the impacts of hail damage is important for all property owners to ensure you can protect your investment.
Signs of hail damage
Signs of hail damage on a roof can be difficult to tell from the ground. But there are a few things we at Mumberson Roofing Specialists can check for during an inspection:
- Cracked Tiles: Hailstones can cause cracks in your roof tiles which may not be visible from a distance.
- Broken skylight: The glass of a skylight takes the full force of a falling hail stone which can easily cause it to crack.
- Damage to your Gutters and Downpipes: Hail damage can also result in cracks, dents and defects to your gutters and downpipes with the potential to cause leaks and drainage problems.
- Interior Water Damage: Occasionally hail damage can result in a leaky roof, which can result in interior ceilings and walls developing water stains and moisture buildup that can be very costly to restore.
The impact hail damage has on your home
Ignoring hail damage can have a major impacts on the lifespan and integrity of your roof. There are a few negative outcomes of hail damage:
- Shortened Lifespan: Hailstones can do severe damage to your roof’s metal sheeting and tiles, shortening its lifespan.
- Roof Leaks: Hail damage can crack your roof’s tiles and gutters allowing water to enter your home where it doesn’t belong. This water damage can be difficult to repair once in your home as it is easily trapped within the internal walls.
- Growth of Mould and Mildew: If water gets into your house, it may lead to the growth of mould and mildew. It can be highly costly to remove and puts you and your family’s health at risk.
- Reduction in Property Value: If hail damage is not repaired, it may turn off prospective buyers and lower the value of your home.
How to fix hail damage
Hail damage needs to be fixed as soon as possible to prevent further damage occurring to your home. A timely repair is crucial to prevent further costly repairs down the track. Here are some steps you can take:
- Schedule an Inspection with a Qualified Professional: Give us a call so we can inspect your roof for damage and provide our repair recommendations.
- Repair or Replace Damaged Roof Tiles: Depending on the severity of the damage, minor roof repairs such as the replacement of broken roof tiles or gutters may be all your roof needs. We have a range of roof repair and maintenance services to get your roof back to working order.
- Think About Re-Roofing: To reduce the chance of further damage, you may want to think about re-roofing your home with a newer, more resilient material.
What Should You Do?
As you can see, hail damage can create variety of problems for your home. To minimise further damage to your roof, contact us to arrange an inspection for your home so we can repair it as soon as possible.