Why Fix Hail Damage To Your Commercial Roof?

1/4/2021 (Permalink)

Storm damage is our THING.

Hail as small as 1 inch, can cause big problems for your business. While usually, hail less than 1.25 inches doesn’t damage commercial roof coverings, if you have three tab asphalt shingles, hail as small as an inch can create issues. 

Even without visible signs, or internal water leaks, your roof may have suffered serious damage. Signs of hail damage usually become apparent after a few years. It begins when hail hits your roof and knocks the protective granular coating off shingles, exposing the sublayer and causing these areas to become brittle and susceptible to leaking water. These small leaks then create more extensive problems, and from these tiny issues come big repair costs. Inspection after every storm, and prompt repair, can save businesses big money, when it comes to hail damage.

As well as the financial challenges that come directly from a damaged roof, cosmetically, an unsightly roof could be costing you customers. In today’s consumer lead market, we all seek the best product, service, and experience. Your buildings represent your brand, and the appearance of both may influence customers in deciding where to bring their business. Fixing hail damage should be part of routine maintenance to make sure your presenting the best image to represent your company. 

Finally, fixing hail damage on your commercial building’s roof is vital, because failing to do so may provide issues with your insurance provider later. If your claim is not submitted in a timely manner, your roof repairs may not be covered. Worse still, if the insurance company deems that damage was caused or worsened because your roof was left unrepaired after a storm, you could find yourself in violation of your policy and liable for all repairs out of your own pocket. 

In the event of severe weather, use the Roof Coverings and Best Practices Guide from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to best protect your roof. If your business does suffer weather damage, call our experts at SERVPRO Mesquite. Our team works fast and affordably to restore your building with minimal disruptions, "Like it never even happened."