Can I replace a few shingles myself?
Straight answers for Westwood homeowners after a storm, from TruRoof, storm and hail damage roof repair in Westwood, OH.
You lost a few shingles in last night's wind. You found them in the yard on Harrison Avenue. You're handy and think you can just nail them back on. You don't want to pay a service call for something small.
You can replace a single shingle if you have the right nails, sealant, and ladder safety gear. But wind often lifts and cracks the seal on nearby shingles too. You may not see the damage from the ground. If you nail in the wrong spot or break the seal on surrounding shingles, you create a bigger leak. Water gets under the shingles and rots the decking. That turns a small fix into a big repair.
For one or two shingles on a newer roof, you might spend $50 on materials and an hour of your time. But if the roof is older or the damage is near a valley or chimney, the job gets harder. Westwood homes range from 1920s Tudors to mid-century ranches. Each roof type has its own quirks. A repair that looks simple can uncover hidden issues like cracked flashing or soft decking.
If you see more than a couple missing shingles, call a roofer. TruRoof can inspect the damage and document it for your insurance adjuster. We work with storm and hail damage claims all the time. Do not wait until you see a water stain on the ceiling. That means the leak has already soaked through the sheathing and insulation.
Once the repair is done right, your roof is sealed tight. You don't worry about the next rain. Your ceiling stays dry. The job is handled, and you move on.
What people in Westwood 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 Westwood 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 Westwood and the area around it.