Wind Damage
Seattle Wind Damage Roof Replacement Specialist
Wind damage is no joke. Especially in Seattle and around the Puget Sound area where vicious storms sometimes come off the Pacific with the potential to inflict substantial damage to your roof, compromising the safety and integrity of your home.
Signs of Wind Damage
Missing or Damaged Shingles
Bald spots on your roof or displaced shingles lying on the ground are clear signs of wind damage. High winds can easily lift and remove shingles from your roof, exposing the supportive under layer that can leave your home vulnerable to structural damage.
Granule Loss
Even if the wind doesn’t rip off entire shingles, wind or wind-blown debris may knock off their protective granule coatings. Asphalt shingles are coated with granules that protect them from UV rays and extend their lifespan. Strong winds can dislodge these granules and scatter them in your gutters, leaving noticeably shiny patches on your shingles that indicate their integrity has been compromised.
Loose or Lifted Flashing
Strong winds can lift or bend your roof’s flashing, which is the metal stripping that seals around penetrations in your roof, like chimneys and vents, and along ridges and valleys. When your flashing becomes loose, it can create gaps that allow water to seep through into your home’s interior. If there are visible separations between your flashing and your roof, or if you find water stains on the ceilings of your home or in your attic, it can be a sign that high winds have damaged your flashing.
Damaged Gutters and Downspouts
High winds can bend, detach or clog your gutters and downspouts with debris – all of which can prevent proper drainage, which can cause water to overflow, run off down the side of your home and pool around your foundation. If after a storm your gutters are sagging or seem to be pulling away from your roofline, or if your downspouts are disconnected or broken, call a roofing and gutter professional immediately.
Roof Vent and Attic Issues
Strong winds during a storm can cause your roof vents to bend, break or even tear completely off your roof in extreme cases. This can hinder ventilation to your attic, leading to increased moisture levels that can exacerbate your risk of mold and mildew growth.
Structural Damage
In extreme cases, wind may cause structural damage to your roof’s frame, creating noticeable sagging or bowing in your roofline. Homes with a higher roof pitch will be more at risk of severe framework damage from high winds. Cracks or splits in your roof beams are another indicator of structural damage. Even if you don’t see anything, you may hear unusual creaking or popping sounds overhead. If you think your roof is making strange noises, call a roofing professional immediately.
What Should I Do If My Roof Has Suffered Wind Damage?
After the storm has passed, do what you can to contain the water damage with tarps and buckets, then immediately call an emergency roofer to assist with a storm damage claim and repair your home. At Chet’s Roofing & Construction, we provide quick, 24/7 emergency roof repair services and will work hard to restore your home back to normal as soon as possible.
How Do I File a Wind Damage Claim?
Before a roofer starts fixing the damage, it’s important to take multiple photos and videos of the damage for your insurance claim. One bad storm could cost you thousands out of pocket in repairs and potentially roof replacement costs if your storm damage insurance claim is denied.
At Chet’s Roofing & Construction, we will work hard to increase your claim’s chances of success. Our team is well-versed in the claims process and can help with your application, providing a thorough inspection report, photographic evidence and a detailed estimate you can use to strengthen your application.
Seattle Homeowners Have Relied on Chet’s Roofing & Construction for Emergency Roof Repair for Over 15 Years
Our reviews speak for themselves. We provide personalized, fast-acting solutions to suit our individual customer’s needs and work hard to get roof wind damage repairs – or roof replacement if necessary – done quickly. We’ll get the job done right the first time, so you return to your normal home life as soon as possible. Reach us at (877) 611-1514 and receive a wind damage estimate today.
“The efficiency of the team at Chet’s is amazing. I called after discovering a leak and the job was completed in a timely manner. It was a Fair price for a quality, professional installed roof that I am confident will last.”
Mark F.
“From start to finish, Chet’s Roofing was great! The 5 person crew that replaced our roof were professional and polite. My husband and I are very happy with their work and our new roof looks wonderful! We would definitely use Chet’s Roofing again and highly recommend them!"
Cathy Harger
“Responded as agreed, did roof quickly, expertly and promptly. Cleaned up after. Can't imagine anyone better!”
