Your roof is necessary for the protection of your home. If you hear leaking or a heavy storm comes through in the middle of the night, you may wonder what to do next. The first step is to find out what happened. No one anticipates needing emergency roof repair, but if you find any of the following circumstances, contact a roofing specialist immediately to prevent further damage. 

Situations That Require Emergency Roof Repair

1. Leaky Roof

After a thunderstorm, shingles may dislodge or rip off, creating a hole in your roof. It’s wise to check your attic and those areas of the roof you have access to following a storm or any other event that arouses your suspicion.

Otherwise, you may not notice water pooling in your attic until it reaches the ceiling on your top floor. As soon as you see droplets or staining on the ceiling, call for repair. Waiting too long could damage the wood, foundation, or insulation or cause mold to develop.

2. Missing Shingles

In addition to being vigilant after a storm, perform a cursory search every month or so to see if your roof has any damaged, cracked, curled, or missing shingles. Do this by looking around your property and the portion of the roof you can see from ground level.

Aside from visually inspecting your roof, you’ll also see shingle granules in your gutters if they’re starting to wear down. This is a sign that water may leak into your attic.

3. Mold Growth

Mold, fungi, moss, and algae will grow if there’s excess water pooling anywhere on the roof that isn’t immediately cleaned. Not only could these growth cause issues to your health, but they will also start to deteriorate and rot the roofing materials underneath it. Call for emergency roof repair to get to the source of this growth before it gets worse.

4. Impact Damage

Any damage occurring from a fallen tree, a snapped branch, or other debris should be dealt with immediately. In addition to roof concerns, if whatever slammed into your roof is still on top of it, it could be dangerous for anyone walking near your home. Have the debris removed immediately and initiate repairs. 

If you need emergency roof repair, trust the team at Custom Roofing and Construction in Hartford, AL, to help. For almost 25 years, they’ve served their community by delivering the finest repairs, installation, and roofing maintenance. They offer a 10-year warranty on their installations, including shingles, so you can feel confident their work will be long-lasting. They’ll also work with you to make sure your insurance claim has the best chance of being accepted. Call (334) 790-4418 today to learn more about their services or schedule an estimate.