When severe weather like a thunderstorm, hailstorm, or tornado tears through your neighborhood, your roof takes the brunt of it. Whether it’s hail, wind, or rain, these elements can cause serious and costly roof damage—even if it’s not immediately visible. In Colorado, where hail and wind damage to roofs is common, knowing what to do after a storm is essential to protect your property and ensure your homeowner’s insurance provides proper coverage.
Here’s what to do after a storm and how Leading Edge Renovation, your trusted professional roofing contractor in Colorado, can help you recover with speed and confidence.
1. Inspect for Roof Damage After a Storm
After a hailstorm or wind event, step outside and inspect your home for visible signs of roof hail damage or storm damage. You may notice:
- Hail hits on shingles (bruised or missing asphalt shingles)
- Cracked or dented wood shingles, metal roofs, or tile surfaces
- Damaged vinyl siding, skylights, or roof drainage systems
- Debris such as tree limbs or branches
- Discoloration around the chimney, vents, or flashing
If you see any of these issues, your roof may be compromised. Even small punctures can lead to water damage, wear and tear, or mold growth over time.
2. Check Inside for Water Damage
After a major storm, check your ceilings, attic, and walls for interior roof damage. Signs of a leak can include:
- Stains or bubbling paint
- Dripping near light fixtures or vents
- Musty smells or soft spots in the ceilings
- Water is pooling around your flat roof or bitumen seams.
These problems often begin with unsealed or damaged areas around your chimney, skylight, or flashing and may indicate deeper hail roofing issues.
3. Schedule a Professional Roof Inspection
Don’t leave anything to chance—schedule a free roof inspection with Leading Edge Renovation. Our licensed roofing contractors have extensive experience with all types of roofs, including asphalt shingles, metal, wood, concrete, tile, clay, and slate.
We carefully inspect your roof for:
- Roof damage from hailstorms
- Hidden fractures in shingles or panels
- Weakness around drainage systems
- Debris damage from fallen trees
- Impact on protective membranes on flat roofs and commercial roofing
A professional assessment ensures you catch the problem early, before wear and tear becomes a structural failure.
4. Understand Your Insurance Policy and Coverage
If a storm damages your roof, your homeowner’s insurance may cover repair or roof replacement, but it’s important to understand your insurance policy. Here’s what to review:
- Deductible: What will you owe before your insurance kicks in?
- Actual Cash Value vs. Replacement Cost: Will you receive full value or a depreciated amount?
- Coverage Limits: Does your policy cover storm damage roofing, hail roof repair, or metal roof and hail impacts?
- Exclusions: Some policies don’t cover wear, manufacturing defects, or older roofing materials.
Leading Edge Renovation helps you navigate the process, from filing a claim to communicating with your insurance company or helping you find an agent. We’ll provide documentation and photos of all roof inspections, helping ensure your property insurance accurately reflects the damage.
5. Repair or Replace Your Roof Promptly
If you’ve experienced roof damage, waiting can result in escalating issues, including:
- Ongoing leaks and water damage
- Interior mold and insulation deterioration
- Reduced property value and higher cost of future repairs
- Voided warranty from product manufacturers like Owens Corning
Our team provides complete damage roof repair, including hail repair, roofing, and full roof replacement when needed. We use durable, storm-resistant materials like steel, bitumen, and hail-resistant metal roofing to provide long-term protection and peace of mind.
Why Colorado Homeowners Trust Leading Edge Renovation
With decades of combined experience in professional roofing, commercial roofing, and storm damage roof repairs, we’ve built our reputation on quality, communication, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
- Fully Licensed Roofing Contractors
- Specializing in roof hail repair, wind damage, and hail roof repair
- Knowledge of Colorado zip codes most affected by hail and snow
- Work with all major home insurance providers.
- Offer detailed inspections, contracts, and transparent payment options.s
- Exceptional customer service and long-standing local reviews
Start with a Free Roof Inspection Today
If your roof has been damaged by hail, wind, or storm debris, don’t wait for the next thunderstorm to expose the damage. Call Leading Edge Renovation for a no-obligation roof inspection and professional guidance on your next steps.
We proudly serve homeowners throughout Jefferson County, Denver, Lakewood, Westminster, Boulder, Cherry Creek, Highlands Ranch, and Superior.
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