The storm has passed, the yard is full of branches and you’re not sure what it did to your roof. Maybe there are a few shingles in the grass, or a new stain on an upstairs ceiling, or maybe everything looks fine and the neighbors are already getting new roofs. If you’re looking for storm damage roof repair in Kansas City, you need to know what’s actually damaged, whether insurance is involved and who you can trust when trucks from out of town start showing up on your street.
Those worries are real. After a big storm, it’s hard to tell an honest roofer from someone who’ll be gone by the time the warranty matters.
APC Roofing is a GAF Certified roofing contractor, licensed and insured. Storm damage inspections and estimates are free. Call 913-398-5020 and a roofer will come out for a closer look.
What Kansas City storms do to a roof
Kansas City sits right in the path of spring and summer severe weather. Hail, straight-line winds and heavy rain can all arrive in the same storm, and each one damages a roof differently.
Hail knocks the protective granules off asphalt shingles and leaves round bruises. Hard hits can crack the mat inside the shingle. You usually can’t see this from the ground, but you can often see the signs nearby: dents in gutters, downspouts, metal vents, window screens or the top of an air conditioner. Our hail damage roof repair in Kansas City page goes deeper on hail.
Wind pulls hardest at the edges, corners and ridge. It breaks the seal strip that holds each shingle down, and a shingle that’s been lifted can crease even if it lies back flat afterward. Creased shingles leak later and blow off in the next storm. More on that on our wind damage roof repair page.
Falling limbs can puncture shingles, crack decking or tear up gutters. Even a branch that looks like it only scraped the roof is worth checking underneath.
Winter storms bring their own problems. Ice storms load the roof and the trees above it, and freeze-thaw cycles widen small cracks that a spring hailstorm started.
Signs of storm damage you can check from the ground
You don’t need to climb on the roof to spot clues. Please don’t. A storm-damaged roof can be slick and the decking may be weak.
- Shingles, ridge caps or pieces of flashing in the yard
- Dents or dings in gutters, downspouts, vents and AC units
- Granules piling up at the bottom of downspouts
- New stains on ceilings or walls, especially upstairs
- A leak that only shows up when the rain is wind-driven
- Daylight or damp insulation in the attic
If you see any of these, get the roof inspected. Storm damage that looks minor now often turns into a leak months later.
What to do right after the storm
If water is coming in, protect what’s underneath, keep people out from under any sagging ceiling and take photos of everything. Photos of the yard, the gutters and any damage inside help with an insurance claim, so take them before you clean up.
If the roof is opened up, it needs temporary protection until it can be repaired. A tarp done right runs over the ridge and is fastened down with wood strips. It’s a stopgap, though, and a tarp left up for months can damage the shingles under it.
Storm damage and your insurance claim
Hail and wind damage are often covered by homeowners insurance, while normal wear and age usually aren’t. Whether your claim is approved, and for how much, is up to your insurance company and your policy.
Here’s how it works with APC Roofing. You file your own claim and you pay your own deductible. We inspect the roof, photograph and measure the damage and give you a written estimate. We’ll meet with your adjuster so you’re both looking at the same facts. Be cautious with any roofer who offers or advertises to pay your deductible. Our insurance roof claims page has more detail.
Choosing a roofer after a storm
After a big hailstorm, a lot of new faces show up in Kansas City neighborhoods. A few questions sort out who’s who:
- Do they have a local address and phone number that will still work next year?
- Can they show proof of insurance?
- Will they put the full scope in writing, with the materials named?
- Are they pressuring you to sign today?
A good roofer won’t rush you. You should have time to get the inspection, read the estimate and talk to your insurance company.
Storm damage roof repair in Kansas City, or a new roof?
Sometimes storm damage is limited to one slope or a handful of shingles, and a repair is the honest answer. If replacement shingles won’t match your roof closely, you’ll hear about that up front. Other times the hail bruised the whole roof, or the storm finished off a roof that was already near the end. Then a roof replacement in Kansas City may make more sense, and you’ll see photos showing why.
How it works with APC Roofing
- Book your free inspection. Call 913-398-5020 or request a free online estimate.
- Get a clear, honest assessment and estimate. You get photos and measurements of the damage, the healthy parts of the roof included, in a written report you can share with your insurance company.
- Get your roof repaired and your yard cleaned up. The crew fixes what the storm broke and picks up debris and stray nails before leaving.
Financing is available through partners including Aqua Finance, Fortifi, Hearth and Home Run Finance if the job is bigger than expected.
Questions about storm damage roofing in Kansas City
How soon after a storm should I get my roof inspected?
As soon as you reasonably can. Many insurance policies have time limits for reporting damage, and small damage can turn into a leak with the next rain.
My roof looks fine. Could it still have storm damage?
Yes. Hail bruises and creased shingles are hard to see from the ground. Dents on gutters, vents or your AC unit are a good sign the roof took hits too.
Will filing a claim raise my insurance rates?
That depends on your insurer and your policy. Call your agent if you’re unsure. An inspection first tells you whether there’s damage worth claiming.
Can you replace just the damaged shingles?
Often, yes. If the damage is limited and matching shingles are available, a repair may be all you need.
Back to a roof you trust
Storm damage that sits rarely costs less later. Water finds its way into the decking and the insulation, and the next storm adds to what the last one started.
Once the repair is done, the next spring storm is just weather. The house stays dry, the paperwork is handled and you made your decision with the facts in front of you. Call 913-398-5020 to book your free storm damage inspection, or start with our free online estimate. You can also see all our roofing services in Kansas City.
