Can I replace a few shingles myself after that storm?
Straight answers from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Oakley, OH.
A storm blew through Oakley and now you see bare spots on your roof. You found a couple shingles in the yard off I-71. You're handy and think grabbing a ladder and some nails will fix it fast. But what looks simple can turn into a bigger leak if you don't know where the old seals broke.
You lost shingles to wind or hail. The missing pieces expose the underlayment and nail holes below. Even one gap lets water sneak into the decking. In Oakley, where storm cells roll through fast off the interstates, loose shingle tabs often mean hidden cracks in the ones still attached. You might only see two missing, but the seals on ten more could be broken.
Replacing one shingle costs about $20 in materials if you already have the tools. But climbing a two-story Oakley home near Rookwood Commons takes fall protection and a steady hand. If you nail too high, water runs under the next row. Too low and the nail head rusts out in a year. Once you start lifting shingles, you can tear the seal strip on good ones and double your damage. For more than two shingles, the real cost is the leak you don't find until your ceiling stains.
This week, check your attic for damp spots before you touch anything outside. Take photos from the ground and mark where you see missing shingles. Then call TruRoof for a storm damage inspection. We match shingle color and profile to your existing roof and document everything for your insurance adjuster. You pay nothing out of pocket for the inspection, and you skip the risk of making a small problem big.
After a proper repair, your roof sheds water the way it should. Shingles lie flat and sealed. The attic stays dry even when the next line of storms rolls through Madisonville. You know the repair will last, and your insurance claim is handled cleanly.
What people in Oakley 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 Oakley 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 Oakley and the area around it.