Colorado is known for many things – one of them is truly epic storms. When large thunderstorms roll through, they bring down bolts of lightning, sheets of rain, howling winds, and often huge chunks of hail. Out of all weather events short of a direct lightning strike, hail tends to be the most destructive to roofs.
Since hailstorms are a fairly common occurrence in Colorado, this raises the question of when the damage is severe enough to warrant roof repairs or even a full roof replacement. Keep reading to learn when hail damage can be repaired and when you might need roof replacement.
Roof Repair vs. Roof Replacement After Hail
When a storm in your area produces hail that is at least 1 inch in diameter – about the size of a quarter – you should schedule a roof inspection with a trusted local roofing contractor in Colorado. Professional roofers will thoroughly inspect your roof for any signs of hail damage.
Impacts from large enough hail will create dents in your roof shingles. The larger the hail, the larger the dents. Even a small ding can compromise the integrity of the afflicted roof shingle, making your roof more vulnerable to leaks. Hail the size of a softball or bigger – though fortunately rare – can cause much more severe roofing damage, potentially even splintering shingles and punching holes through your roof.
During a hail damage inspection, roofing contractors in Colorado will consider both the number of impacts and the severity of the damage before recommending your best course of action. If there are only a few spots of visible hail damage, none of them particularly severe, it will usually be most cost-effective for you to schedule roof repairs to fix the damaged shingles. However, if there are multiple damaging impacts and, especially, if some of them have destroyed your shingles, you’ll most likely need roof replacement to keep your home protected against future storms.
CO's Top Storm Damage Roof Contractors
When you suspect your roof may have sustained hail damage, it’s imperative to schedule a roof inspection. Give Incline Exteriors a call today if you’re in need of hail damage restoration services for your roof in the greater Denver-Aurora area!