Missing shingles after the storm? Here's what to do.
Straightforward advice from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Erlanger, KY.
You walked out after the wind storm that hit Erlanger and found shingles scattered in your grass near Doe Run Lake. Now you see bare spots on your roof, and you're worried the next rain will soak through. It's a stressful moment, but you're in the right place.
High wind lifts the edges of shingles and snaps the adhesive strip that holds them down. Once the seal breaks, shingles peel away, leaving the underlayment exposed. Even if you only see a few missing tabs, the wind may have loosened dozens more around them. In Erlanger, storms that barrel through Kenton County often cause this kind of widespread but hidden damage.
Repairing a handful of missing shingles usually takes a crew half a day and costs a few hundred dollars. The job gets bigger if the roof deck is wet or if the damage spans several roof slopes. If your roof is older or the wind ripped off large sections, your insurance may cover a full replacement. Every claim is different, but we help you understand what your policy actually covers before you commit to anything.
Do not climb up to inspect the damage yourself. A wet or steep roof is dangerous, and walking on loose shingles can make things worse. Take clear photos from the ground, then call TruRoof at the number on this page. We dispatch a crew fast to tarp any openings, then do a full inspection and help you file your insurance claim.
After we finish, your roof will be watertight again, and you won't flinch every time it rains. Your yard will be cleared of debris, and you'll have a solid record of what was fixed for your home file. The stress of that first morning after the storm will be a memory, not a leak.
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.
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.
can I replace shingles myself
You can replace a single shingle 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. For anything more than one or two shingles, call a roofer.
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TruRoof handles storm and hail damage roof repair in Erlanger and the area around it.