Can I replace a few shingles myself after a storm?
Straight answers for homeowners in Monfort Heights, OH, from TruRoof, your local storm and hail damage roof repair team.
You lost a few shingles in that last storm that rolled through Monfort Heights. Your ladder is ready. You think you can just nail new ones on and save the service call. It seems like a small job. But one wrong nail can turn a quick fix into a ceiling leak.
Missing shingles after a storm are common in Monfort Heights, especially near Mt. Airy Forest where wind gusts whip through the trees. When shingles blow off, the waterproof seal on the row above often breaks too. You might not see that damage from the ground. Even one cracked seal lets water sneak under the remaining shingles and rot the wood decking below.
Replacing one or two shingles yourself can work if you have roofing nails, sealant, and proper ladder safety gear. But the cost of a mistake is high. A misplaced nail can puncture the underlayment. Breaking the bond on adjacent shingles creates a bigger leak path. The job gets expensive fast when water reaches your attic insulation or drywall. Most small repairs take a pro under an hour.
This week, check your ceiling for water stains and look in the attic with a flashlight. Do not use tar or spray sealant as a permanent fix. It traps moisture. If you see more than two missing shingles, or if the damage is near a valley or vent, call TruRoof for a free inspection. We will check the whole roof and work with your insurance adjuster if needed.
After the repair, your roof will shed water like it should. No more worrying every time dark clouds gather over I-74. Your ceiling stays dry. The shingles match. The seal is tight. You can move on and enjoy your home again.
What people in Monfort Heights 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 Monfort Heights 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 Monfort Heights and the area around it.