Can I replace shingles myself after a storm?
Honest answers from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Colerain Township, OH.
You're in your driveway in Colerain Township, staring at a patch of missing shingles after a storm blew through. High winds off I-275 or hail near Northgate Mall left your roof with a few gaps. You think, 'I can just nail new ones down.' You're handy and don't want to pay a service call for something small. But is it safe to do it yourself?
Shingles lock together with a sealant strip that melts in the sun, bonding them into one water-shedding layer. When wind or hail tears a few off, the surrounding shingles often stay put. But if you slide a new shingle under the old ones, you can crack their seal. That creates tiny gaps you won't see from the ground. Water sneaks in, and a simple fix turns into a ceiling stain.
Replacing one or two shingles takes about an hour if you have matching shingles, the right roofing nails, and a tube of asphalt sealant. You also need a sturdy ladder and a harness for steep roofs. If you don't have leftover shingles from the original install, a pro can match the color and type. A small repair by a roofer often costs less than you think—far less than fixing a leak later for rotten decking or mold.
This week, if you see missing shingles, don't climb up without a plan. If you try it yourself, only work on a dry, calm day and never step on loose shingles. For anything more than one or two shingles, call TruRoof. We inspect the damage, note what hail or wind did, and write a report that helps with your insurance claim. The repair gets done fast and right.
Your roof is sealed tight again. No more worrying every time it rains. You didn't create extra damage or risk a fall. The shingles match, the attic stays dry, and you saved money by catching it early.
What people in Colerain Township say
"I'm reviewing my two new roofs, on my house and my garage, installed by TruRoof. The company, and Damon Chuke, their representative, helped me work with the insurance company, and with understanding all the details of the whole process. They took out an obsolete chimney, were on time and professional, and the finished roofs and flashing are beautiful. Many compliments from neighbors. Highly recommended by me."
"We have a beautiful condo in a historic building from the 1840s. Late November had a bad leak in the dining room area. I called Britt at TruRoof who came out and inspected the entire roof of the building. He said to do the entire roof could be around $50,000. But then he started laughing and said you need to caulk the area around one of the chimneys. I thought he was nuts, but I did the caulking, which cost me about 25 bucks worth of outdoor caulk, and there are no more leaks. I cannot express my appreciation for his diligence and his honesty. That kind of a company and a person is rare these days. Highly, highly, highly recommend these guys."
"TruRoof did an outstanding job from start to finish. Communication leading up to the start date was great. Once on site and the project started, everything went as discussed, and the crew was very professional."
Other things people in Colerain Township ask
will insurance pay for hail damage to roof
A free hail inspection with photos tells you if there is a claim, and we meet the adjuster so nothing gets missed.
how bad does hail damage have to be to replace a roof
Bruised mat and granule loss are what count. We document hits per test square the way the adjuster does.
what to do if you have roof damage from a storm
Photograph everything, get a tarp on any opening, and get an inspection before you call the insurance company.
missing shingles after storm
Do not climb on the roof. Take photos from the ground. Call a roofing company that handles storm damage. They will check for hidden damage and help you decide if you need a repair or a full replacement.
how to get insurance to pay for hail damage roof
Get a roofer who knows insurance claims to meet the adjuster with you. They can document the damage, show the adjuster what needs to be fixed, and handle the paperwork so the claim matches your policy. TruRoof can meet the adjuster and document the damage.
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TruRoof handles storm and hail damage roof repair in Colerain Township and the area around it.