Hail damage can be a lot more serious than other types of
damage when it comes to your roof – whether you own a traditional home or a
large commercial building. Gutter damage and damage incurred by pests and mold
can be ignored over a short period of time provided that the problem doesn’t
have that many immediate repercussions. However, hail damage will often result
in damaged flashing and leaks that have to be addressed as soon as possible.
Your roof’s flashing is one of the most essential components
that keep water out of your home when it rains. The flashing present on your
roof has the role of protecting sensitive areas, and can sometimes be damaged
quite severely following a powerful hail storm.
Another reason why hail damage has to be addressed sooner
rather than later is because it can lead to further deterioration over a short
period of time. Water damage can make its way to your decking or attic, as well
as to the interior layers of your roof, if you own membrane roofing. This can
be very problematic, because the repairs would often require roof repair Barrington roofers to
partially or completely strip off your existing roof, just to get to the
problematic area.
