Can I replace a few shingles myself?
Honest answers from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Delhi Hills, OH.
You're standing in the yard of your Delhi Hills home, holding a shingle that blew off in last night's storm. You're handy, and a trip to the hardware store feels faster than calling a roofer. But before you grab the ladder, you need to know what you're really getting into.
After a storm, finding a few shingles in the yard is common. Wind and hail can break the seal or rip them off. In Delhi Hills, homes built in the 1960s and 70s often have asphalt shingle roofs that get brittle over time. A missing shingle might look small, but water can sneak under nearby shingles if the seal is broken. You might not see the real damage until a leak stains your ceiling.
Replacing one or two shingles yourself is possible if you have the right nails, sealant, and ladder safety gear. But if you break the seal on nearby shingles or nail in the wrong spot, you create a bigger leak. A small repair job can take a few hours, but roof work is dangerous on a two-story home. A professional repair for a few shingles often starts around $200 to $400, depending on the pitch. If your DIY fix fails, the water damage inside can cost thousands.
If you're missing more than a couple shingles, or if you see cracks, lifting, or granule loss around the area, call a roofer. TruRoof offers free inspections after storms in Delhi Hills. We'll check the whole roof, not just the obvious spots, and help you document damage for your insurance adjuster. A quick call today can save you from a wet ceiling tomorrow.
After the repair, your roof will be watertight and you won't notice the patch. You can relax during the next storm, knowing your home is protected. No more ladder wrestling, no more worrying.
What people in Delhi Hills 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 Delhi Hills 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 Delhi Hills and the area around it.