Missing or out-of-place shingles
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Denali · Insurance & Storm
Storm Damage Inspection in Northeast Georgia
After wind or hail, a roof inspection documents what changed and shows whether the roof needs no work, a repair, or replacement.
Active damage
Water entering, roof open, or tree impact?
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Signs You May Have Storm Damage
Look from the ground or from inside the home. Do not climb onto a wet or storm-damaged roof.
New granules near the downspouts
A new pile of shingle granules after the storm is worth documenting. Granules can also loosen as a roof ages.
Dented gutters, downspouts, or AC fins
Dents on soft exterior metals show that hail reached the property. They are a clue to inspect the roof, not proof of roof damage.
An uneven roof edge or shifted flashing
A roof edge, chimney flashing, or vent detail that looks lifted or separated may have moved during high wind.
Fresh soffit, fascia, or siding damage
New cracks, loose panels, or displaced trim can show where wind or debris reached the exterior.
A new ceiling stain or damp spot
A stain that appeared after the storm can point to hidden moisture. If water is entering now, use Emergency Response.
What Do You See?
Choose the closest match. We’ll show you what to do next.
Good place to start
I See New Exterior Damage
Photograph what you can safely see from the ground. We inspect the roof and exterior, separate storm clues from normal wear, and give you written findings.
Hail, wind, or age?
We check the pattern and the roof's age
One dent or lifted shingle cannot establish the cause. We record where each clue appears and note age-related wear separately.
Hail
Hail often leaves scattered marks across the roof.
- Round bruises or localized granule loss
- Dents on gutters, vents, or AC fins
- Damage may not create an immediate leak
Wind
Wind clues tend to follow roof edges, ridges, flashing, or slopes that took the strongest gusts.
- Lifted, creased, or missing shingles
- Broken seals beneath tabs
- Shifted flashing or roof-edge materials
Normal Wear
Age and exposure usually show as broader, gradual changes rather than a pattern tied to one storm.
- Curling or cracking across many areas
- Even, widespread granule loss
- Long-term fading, brittleness, or surface wear
What to expect
What happens during the inspection
We photograph the roof, write down what we find, and explain the roofing options.
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Inspect and Document
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What You Receive
Roof photos and plain-language findings
You receive labeled roof photos, plain-language findings, and a roofing scope when work is needed.
Common questions
Questions After a Storm
Use this inspection path when the roof is closed and water is not entering.
Should I schedule an inspection if nothing is actively leaking?
Yes, if shingles, gutters, flashing, soffits, siding, or interior surfaces look different after the storm. The inspection documents what changed without assuming the roof needs work.
Can storm damage be hidden from the ground?
Yes. Wind lift, broken seals, hail marks, and flashing movement may not be visible from the yard. We inspect the roof so you can stay safely on the ground.
How do you separate storm damage from normal wear?
We look at the location and pattern of the conditions, photograph what we observe, and compare storm clues with broader signs of age and exposure.
What happens if the inspection finds no storm-related work?
You still receive the written findings. We do not turn a no-work result into a repair or replacement recommendation.
Does Denali decide whether my insurance covers the roof?
No. Denali documents roof conditions and writes the roofing scope. We do not interpret coverage or advise whether to file. You control the claim, and your carrier decides coverage. If a claim is already open, use Insurance Claim Help.
What if water is entering now or the roof is open?
Use Emergency Response instead of this inspection path. Active water, exposed decking, or tree impact may require protection first.
Know what changed
See what the roof needs.
You receive photos and written findings, plus a roofing scope if work is needed.