Can you replace a few shingles yourself after a storm?
Straight answers from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Eastgate, OH.
After that storm, you found a couple shingles in your Eastgate yard. You're handy and think you can nail new ones yourself. You don't want to pay a service call for something small. But one wrong nail or a broken seal can turn a quick fix into a ceiling leak.
Missing shingles happen when wind gets under the edges and lifts them, or hail breaks the bond. Once a shingle is gone, the underlayment is exposed. Rain can get in and damage the wood decking. Even if it looks like just a few, nearby shingles may have cracked seals you can't see from the ground.
Replacing one or two shingles seems cheap. A bundle of shingles costs $30–$50. But you need matching color, roofing nails, sealant, and a ladder safe for your roof pitch. If you have to buy all that, it adds up. Plus, if you break the seal on good shingles walking around, you create new leaks. A small DIY job can become a $500–$1,000 repair.
If you're sure it's just one or two shingles and you have the right nails and sealant, you can give it a try. But if you see more than three missing, or any water spots on your ceiling, call TruRoof for a free inspection. We check for hidden damage and help with your insurance adjuster.
Once your roof is fixed right, you won't worry about the next storm. Your shingles will be sealed tight, and your ceiling will stay dry. You can get back to your weekend without a ladder in your yard.
What people in Eastgate 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 Eastgate 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 Eastgate and the area around it.