Missing shingles after a wind storm?
What to do next, and how to get it fixed in Greendale, IN.
The storm passed, but you found shingles in the yard. Your roof has bare spots, and you wonder if water is getting in. Many homes in Greendale, from the historic streets near the Welcome Center to newer developments off US 50, face this after high winds whip through the Ohio Valley.
Missing shingles leave the underlayment exposed. Wind gets under the edges and peels them back. Once the seal is broken, rain can seep into the decking. You may not see a leak inside yet. But moisture can sit in the wood and cause rot over time. Even one missing shingle is a problem.
A small repair on a patch of missing shingles often takes a few hours. The cost depends on how many shingles are gone, the roof pitch, and if the decking underneath is damaged. Most storm repairs in this area range from a few hundred dollars for minor work to more if water got in. You only know the full scope after an inspection.
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground with your phone. Then call a roofer who works with storm damage. TruRoof offers free inspections for homes around Greendale, including near I-275 and Route 50. We check for lifted shingles, broken seals, and hidden water damage. We also help you talk to your insurance company if the damage is widespread.
After the repair, your roof is sealed tight again. The bare spots are gone. You do not worry every time the wind picks up. Your home is protected, and the shingles stay where they belong.
What people in Greendale 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 Greendale ask
water dripping from ceiling light fixture
Turn off the electricity to that room at the breaker. Place a bucket under the leak. Call for emergency roof repair right away. The roof needs a tarp and a permanent fix to stop water from getting into the wiring.
can you repair just part of a roof
A partial repair is normal when the rest of the roof has life left. An honest inspection tells you which one you need.
attic wet after rain
Mark the wet area with tape. Check the roof directly above it for missing shingles, cracked flashing, or a bad pipe boot. Water travels downhill, so the entry point may be higher than the stain. Get a pro to trace it before it rots the decking.
how much does roof repair cost
Small repairs like replacing a few shingles or sealing flashing can cost $300 to $800. Bigger repairs with decking replacement run higher. Ask for a repair quote before committing to anything larger.
Ready to talk?
TruRoof handles roof repair in Greendale and the area around it.