Can I replace a few shingles myself?
Honest answers from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Covington, KY.
A spring storm just rolled across the Ohio River into Covington. You stepped outside and saw a few shingles scattered on the grass. You're handy with tools, and you're already thinking about buying a bundle of shingles and nailing them down. You just want to know: is that a bad idea?
Covington's storms often bring strong winds that slide under shingles and break the adhesive seal. Hail can crack the brittle edges. When you see bare roof felt, you're looking at a direct path for rain into your attic.
A single shingle repair is a one-hour job if you're careful. You'll need a bundle of matching shingles, galvanized roofing nails, and a tube of roofing cement. If you slip and break the seal on the shingles next to it, you just created a bigger leak. A professional repair in Covington often runs $200–$400, depending on the roof pitch.
If you're determined to try, make sure you have a spotter and a safety harness. Never step on a wet roof. But if you see more than two missing shingles, or if the roof is steep, call TruRoof. We'll send a crew to assess the damage, handle your insurance claim, and fix it right.
Your roof is sealed tight. No more water stains on the ceiling. The insurance paperwork is done. You can sleep through the next storm without worrying.
What people in Covington 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 Covington 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 Covington and the area around it.