Storm Barra
Severe weather warnings for strong winds had been in place for eight counties, most of them coastal, including Dublin, Louth, Mayo, Sligo and Wicklow. In County Donegal meteorologists recorded gusts of up to 120km/h (75mph). On Tuesday the storm caused floods, power cuts and disruption to travel as well as damage to property and trees across Ireland. Storm Barra is the second named storm this season, and came just 10 days after Storm Arwen struck on 26 November, causing disruption and three fatalities across the UK.
After a strong storm passes through town, it’s important to go outside and assess the possible roof damage it might have caused. Knowing what to do after storm damage occurs is the first step in keeping your roof in good condition as even a small leak caused by heavy winds or rains can cause big problems for you and your roof in the future.
Some of the biggest dangers of strong wind storms are the deterioration of your shingles and the possibility of debris falling onto your roof and damaging it. Shingles can lift, come off, be punctured and leave spots open for leaks come the next rainstorm.
As roof damage from wind storms isn’t always obvious, especially in the case of missing flashing in the crevices in your roof, it’s important to do a thorough inspection after strong winds rattle your home.
As a leading cause of roof damage in the spring and fall, hail is a major threat to the integrity of your roof. The dings and holes created by hail can cause problems right away if they’re severe enough, but sometimes, they can go undetected for the next few storms until the true extent of the damage is realized.
Performing a thorough inspection after a hail storm and knowing what to do after storm damage does occur can help you avoid the common pitfalls that come along with hail roof damage.
The mother of all roofing issues, rain roof damage is the most common and of the most noticeable of all the types of storm damage that happens to your roof. Your roof’s lifelong enemy is water, and when leaks caused by other types of storms or just the old age of your roof start to expose the internal layers of your roof to moisture, problems start to happen.
Mold, rot, leaks and structural damage are all signs of rain damage and indicators that your roof may need to be replaced.
Sometimes, the signs of roof damage are pretty obvious, like water spots on a ceiling and curled or missing roof shingles. You may also see broken or damaged roof flashing, wet walls, water issues around your home’s exterior, or winter ice damming.
- Shingle condition. Missing shingles are one obvious sign, but pay attention to the granule buildup on your shingles as well as early signs of damage. Hail storms can cause dings and dents in asphalt shingles and should be noted as well.
- Missing flashing along the edges of the roof and along skylights, vents, and chimneys.
- Loose or pealing sealant along those same penetration points.
- Water damage in the attic or along the ceiling.
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