Your roof is one of the most important components of your home. It protects you and your family from several threats, including extreme temperatures, storms, and heavy winds. Unfortunately, in doing so it can experience serious damage. Storms are especially notorious for wreaking havoc on roofs. This is where a roof replacement comes in. According to Roofing Insights, roof replacement makes up 90% of the overall North American residential and commercial roofing market. Because of this, you should always inspect your roof for damage following a storm or extreme weather event. Even if water didn't manage to get into your home, roof damage is still a possibility. Here are some signs of storm damage to a roof.

1. Missing Shingles

This is the most obvious sign of roofing storm damage. If you can see cracked, peeling, or missing shingles on your roof, that's a red flag that something's wrong. Shingles are at a major risk of being lost or damaged once wind speeds pick up. Fortunately, shingle damage is easy to notice. You can even inspect your roof from the ground and still notice that something's wrong with your shingles. However, you should hire a roof inspector to do a thorough examination. Only a trained professional knows exactly what indicators to check for.

2. Visible Water Infiltration

This is another sign that your roof has taken a beating. If you can see visible water infiltration, then something bad has happened to your roof. In such a case, it means that both the shingles and your roof's underlayment were damaged. This is the only way water can enter your attic or upper floor. The majority of visible leaks that you'll see on your ceiling are a result of wind damage. To find out more about the extent of damage, you should work with an experienced roofer. They'll do a full inspection of the roof and find all compromised areas.

3. Clogged or Broken Gutters and Downspouts

Violent storms can do some serious damage to different areas of your roof. This includes the gutters and downspouts. Once the storm is over and it's safe, you should inspect your gutters and downspouts. In some instances, a storm can cause them to bend and become dislocated. This will diminish their ability to drain water from your roof and should be fixed as soon as possible by a certified roofer.

Roofing storm damage may not always be obvious. Even if shingles appear intact, there may be some damage to the supporting elements. Because of this, it's essential to hire a professional to assess roof damage. Get in touch with Everlast Exteriors of Illinois Inc today if you need assistance. We'd be happy to help you!