Can I replace a few shingles myself?
Honest answers from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Harrison, OH.
You're standing on your driveway in Harrison, looking up at a couple of shingles that blew off in the last storm. You're handy, you own a ladder, and you don't want to pay a service call for what looks like a simple nail job. But that small patch might be hiding bigger damage underneath.
Those bare spots on your roof after a Harrison windstorm mean the sealant strip that held the shingles down gave way. Once the seal breaks, wind lifts the shingle and tears it off. You may see exposed felt or wood. It looks like an easy fix, but there's more to it than nailing on a new piece.
Replacing one shingle yourself might cost under $50 in materials. But if you use the wrong nails, you can crack the shingle or break the seal on the shingles around it. A pro repair from a local roofer usually runs between $200 and $500, depending on the slope of your roof and how many shingles are damaged. That price includes a warranty and peace of mind.
If you've lost more than two shingles, stay off the ladder. Call TruRoof for a free inspection. They'll check for hidden storm damage and help you file an insurance claim if needed. For a single shingle, you can try it yourself only if you have the right roofing nails, asphalt sealant, and safety harness. But one misplaced nail can turn a small fix into a big leak.
Once the repair is done, you won't have to watch the weather forecast with worry. Your shingles will match, the seal will hold, and your home in Harrison stays dry through the next storm. No more buckets in the attic.
What people in Harrison 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 Harrison 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 Harrison and the area around it.