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Storm Damage Insurance Claims Require Expert Help
Storm Damaged Roof Repair in Raleigh, NC

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Raleigh and the Triangle area are hotspots for career opportunities, vacationing, and outdoor activities. If you plan on buying a home or starting a business in this section of North Carolina, it’s crucial that you know where to turn in case of a storm rolls through. Here at Raleigh Roofing Services, we cater to a wide service area and perform a variety of storm damage roof repair and replacement jobs to keep your loved ones and colleagues out of harm’s way.

If your roof leaks because of storm damage, the best way to keep from damaging other parts of your home is by fixing the roof quickly. At Raleigh Roofing Services, we understand how important it is to protect your home—that's why we offer emergency tarp and cover services. It's hard to assess the damage that has been done to a roof from inside of your home, so don't let "minor" issues convince you not to get an inspection. Even if only one or two shingles are missing, your roof could still be in danger of damage. Raleigh Roofing Services is experienced at inspecting homes for storm-related issues and will happily show you what we find during an inspection.

Our experience also helps us to streamline the insurance claims process and obtain quick payment for roof repairs. When you need a reliable professional to inspect your home following a storm or other type of damage, we are here to help.
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Common Damage
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Hail Damage
Hail damage can be serious and often goes unnoticed until it's too late. Indentations and holes in your roof’s shingles are caused by the minute shards of ice that get caught up in strong winds—even a little bit of hail damage is cause for concern because these cracks grow larger over time, eventually becoming irreparable.
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Wind Damage
Often, it is difficult to assess the extent of storm-related damage caused by wind. Residential asphalt shingles are designed so that a strip of tar adhering to each shingle matches up at its corners—during a strong enough gust this bond can break and cause the sheet metal on top to lift off.  A shingle that has been lifted from its base is not, in itself, a sign of damage.

If wind-blown debris attaches to the tar strip during a storm and prevents it from re-sealing, then your shingle will have problems. The easiest way to tell if this has happened is by getting a roof inspection performed
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Flying Debris
Debris that flies off a roof during a storm typically takes the form of branches, shingles and other irregular-shaped objects. This kind of debris can cause extensive damage to your home even if it does not fall directly on your house but impacts something else nearby—such as the tree in which it originated from or another structure like an electrical pole.

A roof inspection will reveal whether your roof is still functioning properly or if it needs to be repaired.

After The Storm
If you were in the path of a hail storm or a hurricane in North Carolina, here’s what you can expect to happen if you call Raleigh Roofing Services for help with any roof damage:

1)Your Raleigh Roofing Services representative will perform a 10-point inspection and documentation on your roof and surrounding areas of your home.

2) If damage is found, it will be suggested that you file a claim with your homeowner’s insurance company for damage.

3) Once a claim is filed, you will set an appointment for an insurance adjuster to come inspect your roof for the damage.

4) Your Raleigh Roofing Services representative will be at the adjuster’s meeting to make sure all damage found at the previous inspection is pointed out.

5) If the adjuster approves the claim and pays for roof replacement, your adjuster will give you their estimate and first check for your new roof replacement.

6) Your Raleigh Roofing Services representative will go over the estimate with you, discussing your options for replacement products and sign a contract with you.

7) Once the contract is signed with product and color choices and the first check has arrived, we will order product materials. Raleigh Roofing Services will schedule and install your new roof before the 2nd check (the remainder of the claim amount) arrives. You will owe us the remainder of the balance once your new roof is completed. We will submit to you a “Paid In Full Receipt” that you will send to your insurance company and they will release the remainder of the funds to you.

8) When the materials are delivered, one of our professional roofing crews will install your new roof system. This can take 1 day or 4 days, depending on the size of the roof. Your Raleigh Roofing Services representative will be there to answer any questions or concerns.

9) Once the job is done, we will send you and your insurance company a final invoice stating that all work per the insurance estimate was completed.

10) Your insurance company will send you the 2nd check (usually the remainder of the claim amount) within a week or so.

Stay prepared for sudden changes in the forecast with your local experts. We have 25 years of hands-on experience fixing shingles, flashing, caulking, and more.
 
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Why Choose Us
The Need for Storm Damage Repairs

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Storms throughout spring and summer take us by surprise, bringing fast-moving clouds, thunder, and heavy rainfall. Quite often, the aftermath of an intense storm is enough to cause devastation to the exterior of your residential or commercial roof.

A storm roofing company is necessary to minimize further damage. Raleigh Roofing Services separates ourselves from the competition with 24/7/365 emergency storm damage services that save you the stress of handling the situation yourself.

Raleigh Roofing Services partners with your homeowner’s insurance company to determine not just the best route for repair, but also the overall budget for your project.

How Do I Know If I Have Roof Storm Damages?

Roof storm damages are difficult to spot from ground level. Use the following clues to see if a roof inspection from Raleigh Roofing Services is in order:
 
  • Your neighbors are getting their roofs assessed
  • There are visible dents on your vehicle
  • Gutters are detached from the house
  • There are shingles on your lawn

Cover and Tarp Roof Storm Damage Services
Every minute is vital when handling roof storm damages. If you have water entering the home through the ceiling, we offer cover and tarp services for those near Raleigh, NC. We encourage our customers to reach out at the first sight of a roofing problem. We’ll arrive onsite with waterproof materials and fasteners to shield your home or business until a complete storm damage roof inspection takes place.

Assessing roof storm damages is extremely dangerous, so do not attempt to attach coverings without the help of a professional. Instead, trust our storm roofing company to prevent leaks and punctures from getting worse. We charge a minimum of $500 for cover and tarp services, but this fee is usually covered by your insurance provider after filing an initial claim.

Storm Damage Roof Repairs We Perform

Raleigh Roofing Services is a GAF Master Elite® Company. We channel our years of industry experience to introduce home and business owners to cost-friendly solutions for storm damage roof repairs. Whether shingles are missing or cracked, we utilize industry-leading products manufactured by GAF to ensure long-lasting results.
It’s possible that only a few roof shingles were damaged as a result of a storm. We’ll remove and replace individual sections, focusing on the condition of sealants and coatings to rejuvenate your roof back to its normal appearance.

Storm Damage Full Roof Replacements

If your residential or commercial roof is beyond repair, look no further than Raleigh Roofing Services for storm damage roof replacement services. We have the expertise to work with diverse roofing materials, including asphalt and standing seam metal. Create the architectural look you’ve always wanted with GAF products available in numerous materials, colors, shapes, and textures.
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Hail Damage Roof Facts
 

Your adjuster will either approve or deny your claim. Filing a claim comes at NO COST to you. Your insurance premium will not be raised, even if damage is found. This is because hail and wind damage are considered Acts of God/Nature, and therefore come from no fault of your own.

If you are looking for a personal roofing professional that wants to be your contractor for life, not just one meeting, please call Raleigh Roofing Services today.
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Hail and wind CAN damage your roof. It is not visible from the ground. We will be able to document any damage with photos and show it to you after the inspection.
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It is important to have your roof inspected by a “LOCAL” reputable, professional roofing contractor before you contact your insurance company.
 
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Make sure to choose your roofing contractor very carefully! (There are many out of State “Roofing Storm Chasers” that cause issues in situations like this.
 
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The roofing contractor should have knowledge in dealing with insurance claim work.
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Your roofing contractor will give you a professional opinion on whether to file a claim or not.
 
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If you file a claim, your insurance claim adjuster will call you to set up an appointment for a roof inspection.
 
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Let your roofing contractor know when the meeting is so that the contractor can meet with the adjuster to explain the damage found.

Some important factors to understand when filing an insurance claim

When the insurance adjuster arrives, have a qualified roofing contractor with you. Your interests and your insurer's aren't aligned—they want to control costs; you deserve every penny towards getting your home back in shape.

Raleigh Roofing Services will help you determine whether or not your damage is covered by insurance, including performing a thorough inspection of the affected area. Avoid giving the adjuster access to your home without a roofing contractor present. If you have a question about your claim, ask it in writing.  We document the storm damage with precision. We’ll give you a clear explanation of what will happen next and how we'll get your claim settled as quickly—and painlessly!-as possible.

Contact us for a roof assessment if you think your home or business may have sustained damage from the storm.
 


FAQ

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What does hail do to a roof?
Shingles are designed so that the granules block the UV of the sun and protect the asphalt underlayment. As the shingles age the granules fall off over time. As the asphalt is exposed to UV, it dries out and the shingle gets a “potato chip” appearance as the corners start to curl up. A shingle at the extreme end of its life is bubbled in appearance and is brittle to the touch. A 20-year shingle is warranted by the manufacturer to have a useful life, under optimal ventilation conditions, of 20 years. Hail does several things.
  • Accelerates granule loss
  • Accelerates shingle aging
  • Voids manufacturer’s warranties
  • Leads to other associated problems.
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Do I need to get my roof replaced right away?
The insidious nature of hail damage is that it may pose no immediate threat to the structural integrity of the roof. However, many insurance companies have a “statute of limitations” of how long a hail claim is viable. If you have experienced a loss such as hail damage it is prudent to take care of the problem in a timely manner before it leads to other associated problems.
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What does a hail hit look like?
A hail hit on a shingle looks like a “bruise” or a dark spot where the granules on the shingle have been knocked off and the asphalt underlayment and sometimes the fiberglass mat is exposed. New hail hits will have a shiny appearance because the asphalt has been freshly exposed and has not had time to weather to a dull color.
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Why would my insurance company replace my roof?
The purpose of homeowner’s insurance is to protect homeowners against losses in their property’s value due to damage that is beyond their control. If you have hail damage, you have experienced a financial loss in that your original investment of a 20-year roof (for example) has now been reduced to a 5-10 year useful life span. Your insurance company will compensate you for your loss and replace your roof.
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Why does the estimate read that there are more shingles to replace then there are to remove?
The amount of shingles to remove from your roof is the actual amount of square feet that it takes to shingle your roof. However, when putting on shingles, some shingles have to be cut to fit dimensions, ridges, hips and valleys. The insurance company adds 10% to regular ridge roofs and 15% to hip and ridge roofs to account for the loss of shingles.
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In my adjustment, my insurance company deducted some money for depreciation, what is that all about?
Different insurance companies call the amount that they hold back different things. Some call it depreciation; other companies figure it in as a dump and removal fee. What it represents is the amount of money the company will hold back until they receive a signed contract from you and a contractor for the work. When they receive a signed contract, you will receive another check for the amount they have held back.
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Why Join the Raleigh Roofing Services Family?

There are so many roofing companies in Raleigh to choose from. Why would you consider Raleigh Roofing Services for your homes roof replacement? We carry on the the reputable nature of one of the most respected and highly rated roofers in Raleigh and all around the Triad. We have performed thousands of roof replacements in Raleigh. This new division allows us to reach more homeowners searching for a roofer in Raleigh they can trust and count on to work with insurance adjusters as well as offer top notch financing for those who need it. Your home will received the best GAF Master Elite Roofing Contractors installing the number one roof shingles in America on your roof that will last you almost a lifetime. Raleigh Roofing Services is your LOCAL roofing contractor experts that will assess your roof’s condition, create a solution for you and your budget, and install a new roof system that will protect your home from North Carolina weather. Give our local roofing replacement specialists a call at 919-372-057

NOTE: The above answers to questions is simply our opinion from years of experience, therefore we cannot speak specific facts for any insurance companies about their policies and procedures. Please take the time to call your individual insurance company and seek the specific procedures on handling storm/hail damaged roofs.