You can say a lot of things about roofs, and most of them might be true. But one thing that nobody can argue with is that roofs are tops. This statement can be taken in several ways. A roof does for the top of your home. It can also act like a "top" or lid for your home, keeping the rain out. Then, there's the third meaning, which is the one we happen to like the most: roofs are the best. (People say things are "tops" when they really like them.) Since we like roofs so much, we've decided to write about them, and you've discovered the blog where we do that.
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Residential Roofing Repairs That Are Needed When High Winds Cause Damage
Brian Riley
When storms bring high winds, there may be issues with your roof that go unnoticed. Sometimes, the damage can happen without the storms due to high winds. Therefore, roof repairs may be needed for your home when winds cause damage. The following residential roof repairs might be needed for your home after winds cause damage:
Lifted Shingles That Leave Roofing Vulnerable
There are some areas of asphalt shingle roofs where winds can cause the roofing to be lifted up, such as at ridge caps or edges at eaves. These are areas that can be vulnerable to more damage when a gust of wind comes and gets beneath the shingles. This can cause sections of roofing to be blown off your home and more severe damage. Therefore, the areas where shingles have been lifted by wind need to be reattached and sealed to prevent further damage and reduce vulnerability to storm damage.
Tears On Shingle Tabs That Lead To Leaks
The biggest damage to asphalt shingles that goes unnoticed after high winds are torn tabs. This happens when the wind lifts tabs and they tear. These tears can leave your roof vulnerable to leaks and further damage during severe weather. Therefore, your roof should be inspected for problems with the shingle tabs being torn after high winds.
Missing and Loose Shingles That Are Vulnerable
The roof could also have problems with loose or missing shingles. This is often a problem that is isolated, and there may only be one or two missing shingles. If shingles are missing, it is likely that there are other problems with wind damage that need to be repaired. Inspect the roof for other issues with wind damage or vulnerabilities that can cause damage to your home during the next storm.
Missing Sections of Roofing That Leave Your Home Exposed
There might be more severe wind damage to your roof that needs to be repaired. These problems are often due to winds that blow off entire sections of the roof. This is the most visible wind damage to your home, and you might need to have a tarp installed before the repairs can be completed. You can call a residential roof repair service for help with the installation of an emergency tarp and get an estimate to repair the damage.
The problems with wind damage can be severe issues or minor damage that leaves your home vulnerable. Contact a residential roofing repair service to discuss the options to fix these problems after high winds have caused damage.
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