A limb from the neighbor’s oak is lying across your roof. Or there’s a bare patch of black underlayment where a row of shingles used to be, and a drip in the upstairs closet that wasn’t there yesterday. You already know the storm did damage. What you need now is storm damage roof repair in Overland Park that’s done right, by someone who won’t turn a fix into a sales pitch.
It’s stressful to have part of your house open to the weather. You want it closed up properly, and you want to know whether this is a patch, a section, or the whole roof.
APC Roofing is a GAF Certified contractor, licensed and insured, in business since 2017, and your inspection and estimate are free. Call 913-398-5020 and a roofer will look at the damage, check what’s under it, and give you a clear plan to put the roof back together.
What storm damage roof repair in Overland Park involves
Every storm leaves a different mix of damage, so every repair starts by finding all of it. The spot you can see from the yard is often only part of the story.
Wind-lifted and missing shingles
Strong gusts catch the edge of a shingle, break the adhesive seal under it and fold it back. Sometimes it tears off. Sometimes it lies back down with a crease across it that you can’t see from the ground. Creased shingles have lost their hold and will lift again in the next wind. The repair is to replace each damaged shingle, nail it properly and seal it, and to check the shingles around it for broken seals. For more on this, see wind damage roof repair in Overland Park.
Ridge caps, edges and flashing
The ridge, the rakes and the eaves take the most wind. Ridge cap shingles crack or blow off, drip edge gets bent, and flashing at walls and chimneys can be pulled loose. These spots let water in fast, so they’re repaired or replaced as part of the job.
Tree limbs and debris
A falling limb can crack shingles, puncture the deck, and in a bad case crack a rafter. Once the limb is safely removed, the damaged decking gets cut out and replaced, any cracked framing gets repaired, and the roof is rebuilt in layers over it: underlayment, then shingles that are flashed and sealed to the old ones around them.
Hail hits
If the same storm brought hail, the roof needs a closer look for bruised and cracked shingles. Our page on hail damage roof repair in Overland Park covers what hail does.
Water that already got in
If rain came through before the roof was closed up, the job isn’t only on top. Wet decking may need to be replaced, and you’ll want to check attic insulation and ceilings for water. Drywall and insulation that stay wet can grow mold, so it’s worth drying them out quickly.
Matching new shingles to your roof
This is the part most homeowners don’t expect. Shingles fade over the years, and manufacturers change colors and discontinue lines. A repaired section on an older roof often won’t match exactly. Sometimes the difference is barely visible. Sometimes it’s obvious from the street. You’ll see samples and photos before the work so you know what to expect.
When the damage calls for a replacement
A repair makes sense when the damage is in one area and the rest of the roof is sound. A replacement starts to make more sense when:
- Damage is spread across several slopes
- The shingles were already near the end of their life and are brittle
- The roof has been repaired after earlier storms and keeps failing
- Matching is impossible and a patched section would stand out badly
You’ll get the photos and the reasoning either way, and the decision is yours.
Storm damage repair and your insurance
You file your own claim with your insurance company, and you pay your own deductible. We photograph and measure the damage, give you a written estimate and can meet your adjuster on the roof. Be wary of anyone who offers to waive your deductible. Our guide to roof insurance claims in Overland Park walks through the steps.
How it works
- Book your free inspection. Call 913-398-5020 or request a free estimate online.
- Get a clear, honest assessment and estimate. You’ll get photos of every damaged area, including what’s under the visible damage, and a written estimate for the repair or replacement. Financing is available through Aqua Finance, Fortifi, Hearth and Home Run Finance.
- Your roof gets fixed and the site gets cleaned up. The crew repairs the damage, checks the work, and cleans up shingle debris and nails before they leave.
An open spot on a roof gets worse with each rain. Water soaks the deck and the insulation, and a repair that would have been a few shingles can turn into new decking and drywall.
Storm damage repair questions
Can you repair just the damaged part of my roof?
Often, yes. If the damage is in one area and the rest of the roof is sound, a section repair is usually the right call.
Do you remove the tree limb?
Large limbs often need a tree service to remove them safely, especially if they’re resting on power lines or carrying a lot of weight. Once the limb is off, the roof can be repaired.
Will my repaired shingles match?
Close, but not always exactly. Weathering and discontinued colors make a perfect match hard on an older roof. You’ll see what to expect before the work starts.
Is a storm damage inspection free?
Yes. There’s no cost and no obligation.
Get your roof put back together
Call 913-398-5020 or book your free inspection online. For an overview of what storms do and what to check first, visit our Overland Park storm damage page.
When it’s done, the roof will be closed up and solid again, the closet will be dry, and you can stop checking the ceiling every time it rains.
