Inspect the roof after severe weather as this can, in the future, prevent you needing to spend thousands on a new one. Being quick to act also ensures that minor damage will not turn into expensive structural issues.
Safety First
Do not step on wet or damaged roof tiles. Inspect from the ground with binoculars or at a more detailed level, hire professionals. Do not check up-close until the area is entirely safe. For Roofing Gloucester, visit www.sovereignroofing.uk/
External Visual Inspection
There are clear indicators to notice such as the lack of shingles, shards and curled up shingles in addition to the underlay layer being exposed or scattered bits. Look for granule accumulation in gutters (extreme granules is a sign that the shingles have diminished). Look for chimneys, vents and the edge of the roof area for flashing movement or lifting.
Interior Warning Signs
Go to your loft with the flashlight. Inspect for water stains, damp insulation or daylight shining through the roof boards. Inspect ceilings in your home for browning, sagging or wet spots that were not present before the storm.
Document Everything
Once all these have been done, photograph the damage from different angles before cleanup commences. Essential documentation for insurance claims shows how widespread the damage is and where specific in-depth issues are located.
Professional Assessment
Initial inspections are critical in helping to identify any major problems, but professional roofers will pick up on smaller details that the average person might not. They can also give you a good idea about whether your roofing structure is still sound or if it may need full replacement versus just repairs and they help provide paperwork etc for insurance issues as well.
