Practical, homeowner-first writing on hail damage, insurance claims, and how to tell a real roofer from a storm chaser.
After every major hail storm, out-of-state 'storm chaser' contractors flood affected neighborhoods with door-knockers, fake deals, and insurance fraud schemes. Here's how to tell them apart from a real local contractor.
Hail and wind damage are often invisible from the ground — but there are specific clues homeowners can spot from a driveway or sidewalk. Here's what to look for before calling for a free inspection.
A step-by-step walkthrough of filing a roof insurance claim after a storm — from first documentation through the adjuster meeting, supplemental claims, and final settlement.
A detailed walkthrough of the roof damage a certified inspector identifies after a hail storm — from bruised shingles to compromised flashing — and how inspection findings translate into a successful insurance claim.