Can I replace a few shingles myself?
Straight advice from a storm and hail damage roof repair team in Montgomery, OH.
You lost a few shingles after that last storm rolled through Montgomery. You are handy and think you can just nail new ones on. You do not want to pay a service call for something small.
Missing shingles leave the underlayment bare. Water gets in fast. Wind can lift the edges of nearby shingles and crack the seal. If you see bare spots, check for creased or flapping shingles too. A small patch can hide bigger damage from hail or flying debris.
One or two shingles is a quick fix if you have matching spares, roofing nails, and sealant. You need a safe ladder setup on uneven ground. The tricky part is not breaking the seal on good shingles around the patch. Nail in the wrong spot and you create a new leak. Anything more than a couple of shingles gets risky and time-consuming.
Check your gutters for granules first. If you find a lot, the shingle surface is worn and new pieces will not bond well. Take photos from the ground. Then call TruRoof for a fast inspection. We check for hidden hail hits, lifted seals, and soft decking. We also help document the damage for your insurance claim.
Once fixed, your roof sheds water like it should. No drip stains on the ceiling. No worry when the next Montgomery storm hits. The repair blends in and the seal holds tight.
What people in Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery and the area around it.