Reliable Wind & Hail Damage Roofing in Skokie, IL

Hail Damage: What It Looks Like

Identifying Impact Damage on Your Roof

Shingle Dents: Hail creates visible dents in shingles. Small impacts appear as round indentations. Larger hail creates cracks or breaks in shingles.

Granule Loss: Hail strips protective granules from shingle surfaces. Areas with missing granules appear darker—underlying asphalt becomes exposed.

Cracks and Breaks: Larger hail (1+ inches) cracks shingles or breaks them completely. Cracked or broken shingles leak water immediately or soon after.

Holes: Very large hail (golf ball-sized or larger) creates holes in roofing. Holes leak immediately and require urgent repair.

Bruising Without Breaking: Some hail damage doesn’t crack shingles but damages the interior fibers. This damage isn’t visible but compromises shingle integrity.

Flashing Damage: Hail damages metal flashing around chimneys, vents, and skylights. Dented flashing may leak even if not visibly separated.

Gutters & Fascia: Hail damages gutters and fascia boards. While cosmetic, gutter damage affects water drainage affecting roof protection.

Wind Damage: What It Looks Like

Identifying Wind-Related Roof Damage

Missing Shingles: High winds blow shingles completely away. Missing shingles expose underlayment to direct water intrusion.

Lifted or Curled Shingles: Wind lifts shingle edges upward. Lifted shingles create openings for water to enter underneath.

Shingle Separation: Nails loosen or fail, allowing shingles to separate from the roof. Separated shingles flap and eventually blow away.

Blown-Off Flashing: Wind tears metal flashing away from roof edges, chimneys, or vents. Missing flashing creates major leak sources.

Chimney or Vent Damage: High winds can damage or separate chimneys and vent boots from roofing. Damage creates water intrusion points.

Gutters Blown Off: Extreme winds tear gutters away from fascia. Damaged gutters prevent water drainage, causing water to back up under roofing.

Soffit or Fascia Damage: Wind tears soffit panels and fascia boards. Damage creates openings for water intrusion and pest entry.

Skokie’s Spring Storm Season

Hail and Wind Threats

April-June Peak Season: Skokie experiences most severe hail and wind damage April through June. Spring thunderstorms bring golf ball-sized hail and straight-line winds.

Wind Speed Impacts: Winds over 60 mph cause serious roof damage. Winds exceeding 75 mph cause catastrophic damage. Skokie storms regularly exceed these thresholds.

Hail Size Range: Pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) causes minor damage. Quarter-sized hail (1 inch) causes significant damage. Golf ball-sized hail (1.75 inches) causes extreme damage.

Multiple Events: Skokie experiences multiple hail and wind events annually. Cumulative damage from repeated storms accelerates roof deterioration.

Late Summer Possibilities: While peak season is spring, hail and wind damage can occur anytime severe weather develops.

Damage Assessment Process

Professional Evaluation for Insurance Claims

Comprehensive Roof Inspection: We inspect every roof section systematically. We look for visible hail impacts, missing shingles, damaged flashing, and structural concerns.

Photography Documentation: We photograph hail dents, missing shingles, wind damage, and affected areas from multiple angles. Clear photos prove damage to insurance adjusters.

Damage Mapping: We identify which roof sections suffer the most damage. We map damage extent to help adjusters understand severity.

Underlying Damage Assessment: We assess whether damage extends to underlayment or decking. Structural damage affects repair complexity and cost.

Ventilation & Flashing Review: We examine flashing condition and ventilation impact. Wind and hail damage often affects ventilation systems.

Written Report: We provide detailed written assessment explaining damage type, extent, cause, and recommended repairs. Reports support insurance claims.

Insurance Claims for Wind & Hail Damage

Maximizing Your Coverage

Claim Timing: File claims immediately after hail or wind events. Insurance adjusters respond faster to recent claims. Documentation decays over time.

Our Documentation: We provide photographs, written assessment, and repair estimates insurance adjusters use to determine claim amounts.

Adjuster Coordination: We meet with adjusters, answer technical questions, and explain damage details. Professional coordination often increases approved claim amounts.

Coverage Understanding: We explain what wind and hail damage is typically covered. We clarify deductibles and coverage limits so you understand expectations.

Estimate Accuracy: Our estimates itemize labor and materials clearly. Detailed estimates support higher claim approvals.

Appeal Process: If adjusters underestimate damage, professional documentation supports appeal. We help you challenge insufficient estimates.

Most homeowner’s policies cover sudden wind and hail damage. Deductibles typically range $500-$2,500. We help you maximize coverage.

Temporary Wind & Hail Damage Protection

Preventing Escalation While Insurance Processes

Emergency Tarping: We immediately install tarps over damaged roof sections. Tarps prevent water intrusion and stop damage escalation.

Shingle Replacement: For wind-blown missing shingles, temporary replacement prevents water from entering until full repair occurs.

Gutter Repair: We repair damaged gutters temporarily to restore water drainage.

Flashing Sealing: We seal damaged flashing with marine-grade sealant stopping leaks until permanent repair.

Debris Removal: We remove fallen branches and debris preventing safety hazards and further damage.

Temporary protection typically costs $300-$1,200 and prevents expensive water damage while insurance claims process.

Wind & Hail Damage Repair

Professional Restoration to Pre-Damage Condition

Shingle Replacement: We replace hail-damaged or wind-blown shingles using matching materials. Proper installation ensures they resist future wind uplift.

Flashing Repair & Replacement: Damaged flashing is replaced with new material installed to current code. Quality installation prevents future leaks.

Structural Assessment: If underlying structure suffered damage, we assess and repair. Structural integrity is verified before closing repairs.

Gutter Restoration: Damaged gutters are repaired or replaced ensuring proper water drainage.

Soffit & Fascia: Blown-off or damaged boards are replaced restoring structural integrity and aesthetic appearance.

Quality Assurance: Every repair is inspected for quality before completion. We verify wind and hail damage is completely addressed.