Hail Damage Repair in Lynwood

What hail does to a roof, and when to have it checked

Hail is not a regular visitor here, which is exactly why it catches people off guard. A short burst during a winter storm can knock the protective granules off asphalt shingles, crack older clay or concrete tiles and dent metal flashing, vents and gutters. Most of it is invisible from the ground.

Those granules matter more than they look. They shield the asphalt from UV and reflect part of the sun's heat. When patches of them are gone, the shingle underneath ages faster and the roof deck soaks up more heat, which your attic and your air conditioner feel all summer.

If you heard hail on the roof, found granules in the gutters or saw dents on cars and patio covers, it's worth a look before the next rain. We'll tell you plainly whether the damage needs a repair, belongs on an insurance claim or can be left alone.

What our hail damage repair covers

A full roof walk with photos

Hail rarely lands evenly, so we go over each slope, ridge and valley on your home. You get photos of every bruise, crack and dent, plus the areas that came through fine, so you see the roof the same way we did.

Shingle and tile replacement

Bruised or fractured asphalt shingles are cut out and replaced with matching ones, sealed and nailed to the pattern. Cracked tiles are swapped and the underlayment beneath them is checked for tears.

Flashing, vents and metal parts

Dented vent caps, pipe boots and flashing can open small gaps where water gets in. We reseat or replace them so the roof stays sealed.

Gutters and downspouts

Hail dents gutters and clogs them with granules and debris. We clean them out and repair or replace damaged runs so water leaves the roof the way it should.

Help with your insurance claim

We work directly with your insurance claim, meeting the adjuster if you'd like and sharing our photos and measurements. The adjuster makes the coverage decision; our job is to show clearly what the hail did.

Cool-rated options when a larger area is replaced

If a slope or the whole roof needs replacing, we'll walk you through reflective shingle and tile choices. California's energy code can require a cool-rated surface on larger reroofs, and these materials help keep attic temperatures down.

Signs your roof may have hail damage

• Granules piling up

  Dark, sandy grit in the gutters or at the bottom of downspouts after a storm usually means shingles lost part of their coating.

• Dents on soft metal

  Look at gutters, downspouts, vent caps and the AC unit. If those show round dents, the roof took the same hits.

• Cracked or chipped tiles

  Broken corners or hairline cracks on clay and concrete tile can let water reach the underlayment, which wears out much faster once exposed.

• Dark spots on shingles

  Small, darker circles where granules were knocked loose, sometimes soft to the touch, are classic hail bruises.

• A warmer upstairs

  If rooms under the roof feel hotter than last summer after a storm season, worn or damaged roofing can be part of the reason. It's worth ruling out.

How a hail repair job goes

1. 1

   Your call and inspection

   Call us and we'll set a time for a free roof inspection. We work in English and Spanish, so the whole family can follow along.

2. 2

   Photos and a written estimate

   We show you the photos and explain what each one means. You get a free written estimate that lists the repairs line by line, with no pressure to decide on the spot.

3. 3

   Insurance, if it applies

   If the damage looks like a claim, we'll explain the steps and work with your adjuster. If it's minor, we'll tell you that too, so you don't file for something under your deductible.

4. 4

   Repair day

   We protect your landscaping and walkways, replace damaged materials and reseal flashing. Before we leave, we sweep the yard and driveway with a magnet for nails and walk you through the finished work.

What affects the cost of hail repair

Every hail repair is priced from what we actually find on your roof. Your written estimate shows each item so you know where the money goes. If the claim is approved, insurance may cover much of it, and financing is available through Service Finance Company, subject to credit approval.

How much of the roof was hit

A few bruised shingles on one slope is a small repair. Damage spread across every slope may make replacing a section or the whole roof the better value.

Roofing material

Matching asphalt shingles is usually simpler than sourcing tile that matches an older roof's color and profile.

What's underneath

Torn underlayment or soft decking found under broken tiles or shingles adds to the work, and we'll show you photos before doing it.

Metal and gutter repairs

Replacing dented vents, flashing or gutter runs is priced separately so you can see each piece.

Permits and energy code

Larger reroofs need a permit and may need cool-rated materials. We pull the permit and include it in the estimate.