What Kind of Damage Can you Expect From a Hailstorm

7/4/2019 (Permalink)

Roof damage caused by recent storms

There’s no doubt that hail storms in Northeast Texas can lead to roof damage. Even the smallest hailstones can cause problems with enough force, especially on older commercial roofing. The extent of the damage can depend on the type of roof, the size of the hailstones, even wind speed. Learn about the three types of hail damage you can come to expect.

1. Exterior Damage

In a hailstorm, your business’s rooftops will always take the brunt of the damage. Shingles can end up cracked or missing, while other types of roofing can take major impact damage that leads to cracking, splitting, peeling and more. Some damage may be purely cosmetic, unsightly but not overly problematic. Other roof damage may cause functional issues that lead to the next type of damage – interior damage.

2. Interior Damage

Interior damage from hail storms occurs when the roof is cracked enough for water leaks to occur. When the roof is no longer watertight, you can end up with rain and melted hail or snow seeping into your building’s interior. Long before you notice dripping and dark spots on the floors, you could end up with water damage in your building’s attic, wet insulation, and rot in your structural framework.

3. Peripheral Damage

The last type of damage you can expect other than roof damage and interior damage is peripheral damage. While your roof may take the brunt of the storm, any equipment installed on your roof or around your building may also suffer impact damage. This can include satellite dishes, antennae, and exterior housings for HVAC or other building systems.

Prepare in Advance

The best offense is a good defense, and one of the best ways to avoid hail damage is to prepare in advance. Preparing can include repairing or upgrading roofing, or working with professionals to “toughen” your building’s resiliency to hail storms and impact. Don’t wait until the damage is already done; take precautions in advance.

If your property suffers hail damage, call SERVPRO of Texarkana (903)832-4400, we can make it "Like if never even happened."