Hail Damage and your Property!

4/1/2021 (Permalink)

Hail damage to siding of a customers home. SERVPRO's ReconstructionTeam completed repairs to damaged windows, siding and roof.

There are many storms and natural occurring events that can impact your property. Flooding, thunderstorms, wind, wildfire, mudslides, hurricanes, tornadoes, and hail damage. Some areas of the US are more susceptible to certain types of disasters than others, but when it comes to flooding and hail these affect most areas throughout the country.  

Hail can be anywhere from ¼ inch in size to 4 ¼ inch in size. On Average it is more commonly under an inch in diameter, with the largest on record being close to 8 inches, according RMIIA.

Hail can cause severe damage to property, automobiles, and Crops. Larger hail can break windows, damage siding, and roofs. According to statistics culled from NOAA's Severe Storms database There were 5,382 major hail storms in 2019, In 2018, 4.610 major hailstorms occurred, resulting in $810 million in property and crop damage.

How can SERVPRO Help? Following a major storm such as flooding, our mitigation specialists are out there in affected communities until the cleanup is done. With Storms that cause roof, window and siding damage, our Repair Coordinators are out there providing Roof Tarps and Board ups and securing properties from further damage. Exterior damage and easily turn into interior damage, broken skylight windows & damaged roofs can leave your property vulnerable to water damage and mold. Our Team can respond and provide emergency services, moisture readings, and help determine the root of the issue and what it will take to get your property whole again.