Can I replace a few shingles myself?
Honest answers from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Erlanger, KY.
You lost a few shingles in that last storm that rolled through Erlanger. You are handy, you own a ladder, and you think you can just nail some new ones on. But you do not want a small fix to turn into a big leak.
Missing shingles after a storm usually means wind got under the edge and tore them loose. You might see bare spots on your roof or find shingle pieces in your yard near Doe Run Lake. Hail can also crack shingles without tearing them off. The damage is not always what you can see from the ground.
Replacing one or two shingles yourself is possible. You need matching shingles, roofing nails, and sealant. A bundle of shingles costs around $30. But one wrong nail placement can crack the shingle above it. If you break the seal on surrounding shingles, you create gaps that let water in. A small DIY job can turn into a $3,000 ceiling repair.
If you see more than two missing shingles, or if any shingles look cracked or curled, call a pro. TruRoof offers free inspections in Erlanger. We check for hidden hail damage, document everything for your insurance, and handle the repair. Do not wait until the next rain shows you where the leak is.
Once it is fixed right, your roof is sealed tight. No buckets in the hallway, no wet insulation, no surprise rot. Just a roof that does its job.
What people in Erlanger 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 Erlanger 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 Erlanger and the area around it.