We can sometimes for get that hail storms can do damage to more than just our vehicles, but your home and roof is put at risk as well. The roof, along with the sidings, can take a beating if the storm is bad and the damage can be catastrophic. But there are actually a few things that can determine the impact of hail stones on your home.
Barriers – The position of fixtures, such as neighboring buildings, fences, trees, etc. can significantly decrease the severity often damage caused in a hail storm.
Building Materials – The material that the building is made of take all of the impact during a hail storm. Some materials do better than other, when it comes to being able to withstand it. For instance, vinyl siding siding and wooden shingles can potentially crack, whereas the same size hail stones can make a considerable size dent or ding in aluminum siding, gutters, or asphalt shingles.
Size – Some hail stones can be as large as a softball or as small as a pea and can vary in density, too. Of course this can effect the overall damage that’s caused upon impact. Larger and heavier hail stones have the ability to puncture a roof.
Wind – The direction and wind of the wind during a hailstorms can change at any given time. Wind conditions can change the severity and location of where hail stones hit.
Hailstorms are no fun and although your vehicle maybe snugged safely inside your garage or under your awning, you home is still left to face the elements. So if you suspect that your roof has damage from storms or just from natural aging, contact the experts at Cincinnati Gutters and Roofing at 513-563-9988.
