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Storm Damage Inspection

If left unattended, storm damage can get worse, therefore it needs to be repaired right away by a reputable roofing contractor. When a storm passes through your neighbourhood, you should always check your roof for any potential storm damage. Have an experienced roofing professional who always takes care of the problem as soon as you notice any indication of damage to your roof.

Storm Damage inspection report will be useful to whom?

  • Homeowners who have experienced property damage but are unaware of the magnitude of the problem, what is claimable, or what needs to be done to make it right.
  • If the owner resides out-of-state or is unable to assess the property after an incident, rental property owners and property managers find an independent building inspection to be especially helpful.

Benefits of hiring Structural Engineers for your Storm Damage Inspections

They Don’t Ignore Minor Problems
It’s not necessarily a bad idea to climb a ladder to inspect your own roof. Most likely, you’ll be able to see any significant damage so that experts can assess it and fix it. It’s not a good idea to rely only on that inspection, though. There are other minor, unseen problems that may arise during a storm. These problems are probably going to go unnoticed if you forego the professional assessment and only repair the more obvious flaws. No matter how minor or significant the damage is, it is essential to have it addressed right away. If you don’t, future repairs could be more extensive and costly.
They even keep an eye on Invisible damage
It’s unlikely that you will be able to spot flaws that aren’t evident from the ground, though you might, with any hope, be able to identify any significant issues. Many folks will step outside after a severe storm to simply look around. If there are no outward indications of damage, the storm is deemed to have been successfully withstood. Unfortunately, unless you acquire a ladder and climb up to your roof, a lot of storm damage is invisible. Even if you follow these steps, you might not be sure where to look. A qualified eye will be able to evaluate the roof for these specific conditions during a professional roof inspection.
Can assist in managing insurance claims

After a significant storm, having a professional storm damage inspection is one of the finest things you can do because it makes filing an insurance claim simple. Insurance companies demand images and copious amounts of documentation to prove that there has been damage of any kind. We will always make sure to document all damage with images during your thorough inspection and will write up a detailed report of what went wrong. Since each of our reports has professional certification, your insurance provider won’t be able to reject it. Additionally, a price estimate is created after doing the complete inspection, thereby saving you time and effort.

Long-Term Cost Savings
After a significant storm passes through if you decide to forego getting your roof inspected by a professional, be prepared to dig deeper into your budget later. Even while seemingly minor or imperceptible issues will eventually lead to a wide range of issues, they won’t seem like much at the time. In fact, if minor repairs go unattended, it’s possible that they’ll grow worse. Having professional inspections done will significantly increase the lifespan of your roof and enable you to act fast. For your roof to have a long and healthy lifespan, preventative maintenance is the recommended course of action.
The structural Engineer covers all the aspects stated below in Storm Damage Inspection Service in the USA:
  • Check the effectiveness of earlier repairs. Some roofs have sections that require more maintenance than others, so we always make sure that our inspections include a review of these high-maintenance areas.
  • Look for damaged, loose, or missing materials. Since roofs age from the moment they are placed, materials may become loose or disappear when the weather conditions become worst. Additionally, loose materials in one region could be the first sign of the same components breaking down in other areas, necessitating a detailed inspection of the entire roof.
  • Look for any indications of leaks, such as water stains on acoustic tiles and/or a mildew odour, in the attic if the building has a lowered ceiling or an attic. Pay close attention to any structures, such as vents and ducts, that extend through the roof deck as they are more likely to experience leaks.
  • Check the roof flashing for any obvious signs of wear and tear to ensure that the seals are still in place. Leaks could also be indicated by vents that fit crookedly inside their flashing.
  • Check for obstructions in the gutters and downspouts - Open gutters may easily be seen and inspected, but enclosed drainage systems, such as downspouts, may need water poured into them.

Why Choose Structural Engineers for your Storm Inspection Services?

Our experts have a lot of experience writing thorough and in-depth reports on roof repairs and inspections. By having a professional storm damage inspection company evaluate your roof, you might find issues early. As a result, you may address problems as they arise rather than having to replace your roof before the warranty has even run out. These small fixes will extend the life of your roof because, in general, roof defects deteriorate quite quickly if not addressed right away. Professional roof inspections can be thought of as an investment in your roofing due to the high expense of roof replacements. They let you continue to use your roof even beyond the expiration of their warranty, which saves you a tonne of money that you could use elsewhere.