Repairs You Might Need To Do After A Fall Thunderstorm

In the event of a thunderstorm, anything can happen. The storm cloud may roll silently behind you, or it might crash your world in a moment. While most of the time thunderstorms are not something to worry about, in some cases, they can cause extensive damage to your property. That's why we've outlined the renovations you might need to perform after a fall thunderstorm. The following are some repairs and inspections you might need to do after a large storm.

Loose Shingles

Shingles can fall following a severe fall storm. Take time to look around your yard to see if you'll spot any shingles that might have landed there. If you find any shingles missing, you may tarp or patch the roof to protect your home. However, if many tiles have fallen, you may need to invest in total roof replacement to fix the damage. Make sure you first reach out to your insurance company. If you can prove that the damage to your roof was caused by the recent storm, your insurance will likely cover the cost of replacement or repairs.

Water Damage

In some cases, a fall storm will come with hail. Hail can cause considerable damage to tiles, and gutters, and even create holes in the roof. Thus, it's crucial to evaluate the severity of damage done to your roof following a thunderstorm. Leaks, if left unattended, can encourage mold growth and cause considerable damage to your ceiling. Following a severe thunderstorm, contact a reputable roofer to inspect your home for leaks. If you spot watermarks on the ceiling or walls, you should get the repairs done promptly. You will also want to check your basement for any signs of flooding. This can, unfortunately, be common after a large rainstorm and can cause a lot of damage if it isn’t taken care of immediately.

Structural Damage

Wind damage can dent a car, shatter glass, or even force a tree to fall on your house or car. If you notice that any of these damages occurred to your property, do what you can to cover all the openings to avoid further damage. You should protect your property against the elements as much as possible until you get the repairs done.

Plumbing Leaks and Damaged Water Lines

Severe fall thunderstorms may affect your plumbing system. If you experience broken water lines or find plumbing leaks following storm damage, turn off the water source first. Then, clean up the water and contact a professional to help you prevent further damage.

Damaged Power Line

Tree branches can fall across the power line and interfere with the power supply. If this happens, substitute the power with a generator to keep your home warm and cozy. Never attempt to get fallen branches off power lines near your home. If you notice this problem, call your local power company to shut off the power, and make the necessary repairs.

Broken Branches

Even if you don’t have any tree branches that have fallen on your power line, the branches can become weak from the storm. This can cause them to fall on power lines in the future. Because of this, you should inspect your trees after a storm. It could be a good time to hire a tree trimming service to prevent any issues for the next storm.

Replace Broken Windows

In some cases, a storm can cause broken windows. If this is the case for your home, you will need to have them replaced as soon as possible. While you are waiting for a professional window company to repair your windows, you will want to cover them temporarily. Take a tarp or piece of plastic and take it over the windows to prevent drafts or pests from coming into your home. It will also prevent further damage from occurring to your home interior.

Siding Damage

Powerful storms can cause damage to your home’s siding. After the storm, see if any siding panels have fallen off your home. Sometimes a repair might be something as simple as repainting some exposed wood. If you aren’t sure if your siding needs to be repaired, contact a siding or foundation company to inspect it for you.

Extensive thunderstorm damage to your property can cause panic, taking away your shelter and causing considerable damage that can destabilize you financially. Although you cannot control the weather and its devastating effects on your home, you can put the damage under control by performing the renovations outlined above.