How To Find Hidden Storm Damage

After a storm, not all damage to your property is obvious. For many homeowners, unless a tree has fallen and caused damage, they don’t consider that their home could have sustained serious storm damage.

Recognizing the hidden signs of storm damage is one of the best ways to ensure your home doesn’t continue to have problems, causing larger and more expensive damage. We’re sharing the most common signs of hidden storm damage below so you can be prepared to check your property after any storm.

Remember, addressing water and other storm damage can be dangerous, so follow recommended safety precautions and call in the professionals to help!

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Some storm damage is obvious, but more commonly, storm damage is subtle. Even if you don’t think a recent storm was “that severe”, it’s always a good idea to check your property and home for damage as soon as it’s safe to do so.

Wind Damage

This is one of the most common forms of storm damage in our service area in Northeast Indiana. From strong straight-line winds to tornadoes, we’re used to dealing with windstorms!

After a storm, wind damage is often overlooked once downed trees and branches have been cleaned up. Be sure to check your home (especially your roof and siding) for additional damage as well.

• Dings and dents on siding, windows, doors, and roof caused by debris
• Shingles that aren’t just missing, but lifted or cracked
• Splits and chips in your home’s siding
• Bent or dented gutters and gutter guards
• Gutters clogged with leaves and other debris

Water Damage

Water damage can be sneaky and it isn’t always as obvious or dramatic as flooded areas of your home. Signs of serious water damage are often hidden behind your home’s walls and can take time to appear as they get more destructive over time as more water collects.

Check your home for signs of water damage immediately following a storm, and continue to check on a weekly basis. If you notice any of the signs below, give us a call, and one of our expert restoration technicians will come out and evaluate your property.

• Discoloration on ceilings
• Musty smell (can indicate mold growth)
• Damp or water in crawl spaces
• Gaps or warped areas in your wooden floors
• Cracking wallpaper or bubbles forming underneath wallpapered areas

Hail Damage

Damage from hail tends to be more obvious, but it’s still important to check your home’s exterior for any damage following a hailstorm.

Look for:

• Cracked windows
• Torn window and door screens
• Chips and cracks in vinyl siding
• Dings or dents in metal siding

Roof damage is the most common after a hailstorm, so it’s often worth having a professional walk your roofline and check for damage you won’t be able to see from the ground. All parts of your roof should be inspected for dents and damage. 

Any areas where shingles are missing or lifted should be addressed as soon as possible to prevent water from leaking into your home and causing more serious damage.

Handling Storm Damage Safely

If you think your home has sustained storm damage that hasn’t been repaired, it’s time to call in the professionals. If left untreated, storm damage can cause larger problems to your home’s structure and foundation.

Don’t stress, we’re here to help! Our team of experts will walk you through the storm damage restoration process step-by-step so you can relax knowing your home is in the hands of professionals.

Our services include mold restoration, water damage cleanup, fire damage restoration, storm damage repair, and other necessary restoration services.