Can I replace a few shingles myself?
Straight answers from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Edgewood, KY.
You lost a few shingles in the last storm. You're handy and you think you can just nail new ones on. You don't want to pay a service call for something small in Edgewood. But a simple fix can hide bigger problems. Here's what you need to know before you climb that ladder.
After a storm in Edgewood, you might spot a few shingles missing. Wind lifted the edge and snapped them off. Hail cracks the surface. You think it's an easy fix. But a missing shingle often means the seal strip on the shingles next to it broke too. Those are loose now, even if they look fine.
Replacing one or two shingles costs about $20 in materials. You need matching shingles, roofing nails, and sealant. A sturdy ladder is a must. The real cost is risk. Fall from a roof and the hospital bill dwarfs any roofer's quote. Nail in the wrong spot and you puncture the underlayment. That leak rots the decking. A small job turns into a big one fast.
For one or two shingles you can try it yourself. Watch a video on proper nailing pattern first. But if you see more than a couple missing, or if the storm had hail, call a pro. TruRoof inspects the whole roof for hidden damage. We check the seals, the flashing, and the ridge vent. We document everything for your insurance claim. That matters in Edgewood, where storms can cause damage you don't see from the ground.
Once the repair is done right, your roof is sealed again. No more worrying about a leak every time it rains. You know the shingles are locked down and the underlayment is intact. It's a small fix with a big peace of mind.
What people in Edgewood 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 Edgewood 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 Edgewood and the area around it.