2 Common Misconceptions About Roof Wind Damage

Wind is one of the most destructive forces that affect roofs as any roofer would tell you. Your roof is exposed 24/7 to the elements. Whenever the wind picks up or whenever a storm blows by, your roof is at risk of suffering damage.

Shingles don’t get blown off by wind every time, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t suffer damage. As a matter of fact, if you look closely, you will find signs of damage. This is a part of one of the two most popular misconceptions about the effects of wind on roofs. Read on to learn more.

“Roof Wind Damage Isn’t Always Obvious”

This is a misconception. If you ask a professional roofer to inspect your roof after a wind event, the contractor will find signs of wind damage or uplift. Strong winds against a roof leave a mark. The most obvious mark, of course, is missing shingles. But it’s also possible for some shingles to be missing only portions. Some shingles may crease, fold or tear. Whenever a shingle is exposed to strong winds, even the smallest sign of uplift can get worse. The bigger the part that’s lifted, the more wind it catches, and the worse the damage caused by wind uplift.

“Poorly Adhered Shingles Have Been Damaged by Wind”

It is true that wind uplift can affect shingle adhesion, but shingles with poor adhesion aren’t always the effect of wind. If a roof installer blames poor adhesion of your new shingles to wind uplift, you should also consider the weather when the shingles were installed. If it was cold, that’s probably the reason for the poor shingle adhesion. Shingles adhere properly when they are installed during warm weather. 

Another possible reason for poor shingle adhesion is manufacturing defects if the roof is new. But if it’s old, the roof’s age is probably the culprit.

Get in touch with Jack The Roofer, a trusted roofer company, if you would like your roof inspected, repaired or replaced. Call us today at (720) 722-2255, or schedule a free, no-obligation consultation here. We work with Denver homeowners.