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Hail Damage and You: The Texas Hail Season
Hail Damage and You:
The Texas Hail Season
Texas storm season is upon us, and with that comes hail and hail damage. Hail is often underestimated as to how much damage it can cause. It has the same damaging effects as someone throwing rocks at multiple areas of your home, so don't treat hail damage lightly. If not treated correctly and quickly, it could have lasting effects to your home.
What Exactly IS Hail?
Hail forms when thunderstorm updrafts are strong enough to carry water droplets well above the freezing level. This freezing process forms a hailstone, which can grow as additional water freezes onto it. Eventually, the hailstone becomes too heavy for the updrafts to support it and it falls to the ground, sometimes causing slight to severe damage.
How Do I Know If I Have Hail Damage?
When there is a fear of hail damage, every homeowner needs to look for some of the telltale signs of hail damage. This can range anywhere from the most obvious, such as leaks caused by holes in the roof, to the smallest dings and dents in your gutters.
One tip that Classic Construction recommends is that if you don’t have a way to see if you have hail damage to the roof of your home, check other areas to see if they are affected. Some areas you can easily check are:
- Window panes - Drainage systems and gutters - Outdoor patio and/or furniture
If these areas suffered hail damage, it’s a safe bet that you may have some damage on your roof. It’s better to be cautious now, rather than have a leak when the next storm rolls through.
I’ve Got Hail Damage. What Do I Do Now?
It is highly recommended that you call a professional, such as Classic Construction, to come and assess the damage further. While there are telltale signs of hail damage, it can be more extensive than you think. For example, with roof damage, there is risk of having water damage inside of the roof or the walls of your home if not addressed immediately.
But don’t worry: Classic Construction is a team of trained professionals who are prepared for this year’s hail season in Texas. So, if you think that you have hail and storm damage to your home or property, give Classic a call.
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