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Why A Hail Storm Might Be The Best Thing That Happened To Your Old Roof

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Hail storms are some of the most dangerous and harmful weather patterns for your roof. They can wreak havoc on your roof's structure, the top layers, as well as on the various accessories, such as gutters, chimney flashings or vents. What's more, sometimes hail storms usually come together with powerful gusts of wind and harsh rains that can add up to the overall damage, making your roof completely unusable.

On the other hand, hail storms will not damage the roof right away. Instead, they constantly pound the top layers, causing dents, divots and tears in the roofing material. These damages can evolve over time, creating ample holes in the roof with dire consequences for the whole building. To avoid these awful situations, a carefully scheduled roof inspection plan must be devised, together with your professional roofing company.

How can a hail storm be a good thing for your roof?

Especially for an old roof, surviving a vicious hail storm will come with multiple damages, so special care must be given to the inspection process. Additionally, the calm after the storm is the best period to assess damages, evaluate repair costs and establish a schedule for reconstruction. While many homeowners see the aftermath of a hail storm as a disastrous moment and a financial nightmare, some owners consider it a great opportunity for a new beginning. In essence, a hail storm can be the perfect time for a complete overhaul of your old roof and a possible redesign of the whole structure. You will be able to decide, together with a roofing specialist, the most appropriate roof materials, technical solutions and various accessories that will protect your home from a future storm.

What are your alternatives when building a new roof?

Some of the most common questions coming from homeowners after a hail storm are “How can I avoid future hail storm damages to my roof?” and “What should I do?”. Obviously, these questions come as no surprise, considering the amount of destruction a hail storm can bring even to a good roofing system.

Most roofing systems in the United States are made of fiberglass and asphalt composites that are very sensitive to hail and harsh rain. When replacing a roof, it is a good idea to avoid this roofing material if possible. Although it is one of the cheapest options available, it has a short lifespan and requires much maintenance work.

When it comes to materials, your best bet is metal roofing. Available in multiple varieties, from metal shingles and sheets, to multi-layered panels that also include thermal insulation, metal roofing systems are modern, elegant, easy to install and have a long lifespan.

One of the major advantages of metal roofs, especially when compared to ceramic tile or fiberglass shingle roofs, is the fact that they seldom suffer functional damage during a hail storm. They do suffer occasional dents and other cosmetic damage, but thanks to the elasticity of the metal, perforations or tears are very rare. On the other hand, ceramic tiles may crack or shatter during vicious hail storms. The only areas of a metal roofing system prone to hail damage are near the seams, around the ridge and at the hip caps, where improper installing may cause problems.

Metal shingles, metal sheets, and metal multi-layered panels are ideal roofing solutions for any building, from single family homes and small commercial buildings, to churches, warehouses and exhibition centers or sports arenas. They can be fashioned in any shape and are available in a huge range of colors and hues. Also, metal roofing systems can blend with almost any style of architecture and can be installed in every location across the country.

The writer of this article, Flaviu Mircea, is a home improvement buff who does everything he can to keep his home absolutely perfect. The roof, however, is too much for one man to handle. As such, he highly recommends the services of ReRoof USA. You can learn more about Flaviu from Google+.

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