Can I replace shingles myself after a Fort Mitchell storm?
Honest answers from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Fort Mitchell, KY.
Last night’s hail came down hard near Dixie Highway. You’re staring at three missing shingles, and you’re pretty sure you can fix them yourself. You’re handy, you’ve got the tools, and you don’t want to pay a service call for something small. Plenty of Fort Mitchell homeowners think the same way after a storm.
After a hailstorm, shingles can crack or blow off entirely. High winds lift the edges and break the seal. What looks like a simple fix—nail a new shingle—can hide damage underneath. If you don’t lift the surrounding shingles and check the seal, you might miss a future leak.
Replacing one or two shingles yourself might take an hour and cost $20 in materials. But if you break the seal on nearby shingles or nail in the wrong spot, you create a bigger leak. A professional repair ensures the seal is intact and the nail pattern is right. For anything more than a couple shingles, or if the underlayment is torn, you’re better off calling a roofer. The cost of a small repair is often less than you think, especially when you factor in the risk of water damage.
If you only have one or two shingles missing and you’re confident on a ladder, you can try it. Use the right nails (aluminum or galvanized) and sealant. But if you see any torn felt, or if the shingles are cracked across the surface, stop. Call TruRoof for a quick inspection. We can check the rest of the roof for hidden damage and help with your insurance claim.
Once the shingles are replaced properly, your roof is sealed tight again. You’ll sleep better knowing the next storm won’t turn a small repair into a big headache. And you’ll have the peace of mind that your home is protected from the inside out.
What people in Fort Mitchell 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 Fort Mitchell 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 Fort Mitchell and the area around it.