Hail doesn't always leave obvious marks, and that's exactly what makes it tricky. Some damage shows up right away, while other issues take weeks or months to reveal themselves as leaks or deteriorating shingles. Knowing what to look for helps you act before a small problem grows into a bigger one.
- Granule loss on asphalt shingles: Hail knocks the protective granule layer loose, leaving bare or thinning patches that reduce your roof's ability to shed water properly.
- Bruised or dented shingles: Impact from larger hailstones can leave soft spots or visible dents in shingles, weakening the material beneath the surface even when it looks intact.
- Cracked or split shingles: Hailstones over 2 inches in diameter can crack shingles outright, creating gaps where water can get in.
- Damaged or dented gutters: Gutters and downspouts often show hail marks before you can see anything on the roof, making them a useful first indicator after a storm.
- Exposed or lifted flashing: Hail and accompanying wind can loosen flashing around chimneys, vents, and roof edges, leaving seams vulnerable to leaks.
- Dark spots or streaking on ceilings: Interior staining can signal that hail damage has already allowed water to reach your home's structure.
If you notice any of these signs after a storm, scheduling a professional inspection quickly gives you the clearest picture of what your roof actually needs.
Shingle Replacement Matched to Your Existing Roof
When shingles need to be replaced after hail, we match the new material to what is already on your roof in terms of style, weight, and color. A well-matched repair holds up structurally and does not leave your home looking like a patchwork job.
Flashing Resealing Around Vulnerable Roof Openings
Chimneys, vents, and roof edges are common spots where hail and wind break the seal on flashing, leaving gaps that let water in long after the storm has passed. We reseal and reposition flashing as part of the repair so those transition points are watertight again.
Roof Deck Repair Where Impact Has Caused Deeper Damage
Larger hailstones, and Viroqua has seen stones reach up to 3 inches, can push past surface shingles and compromise the roof deck underneath. If the roof deck has been cracked, softened, or weakened, we address it directly rather than layering new shingles over a damaged foundation.
Gutter and Downspout Repair Tied to the Roofing System
Gutters take a beating in a hailstorm, and dented or misaligned gutters can no longer move water away from your home the way they should. Because the gutter system works together with your roof to protect your home's structure, we address hail damage to gutters as part of the overall repair rather than leaving that piece unfinished.