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Hail causes an average of $1.42 billion in property and crop damage every year in the United States. Those icy balls of sleet can dent cars, break windows, and damage roofing. States in the Great Plains receive the most receive storms per year, mainly during the spring and summer months.
Just outside the edge of the Great Plains is Chicago. The third-largest city in the United States has had seven hailstorms in 2019, the most since 2012. One recent storm brought a deluge of hail and rain into the area and caused significant flooding.
Eliminate Holes and Cracks in Your Roof
Global warming has led to more severe weather. In addition to minimizing your impact on the environment, it is vital to take steps to weatherproof your home. The priority should be filling in any existing holes and cracks in your roof.
The process of finding and repairing holes is straightforward. More importantly, though, the little time you spend doing repairs now can save you thousands of dollars in the future. With nowhere for the water to go, your house will avoid flooding, mildew, rot, mold, and ruined insulation.
Upgrade Your Shingles
Asphalt shingles are satisfactory, but if you are serious about securing your home, you’ll need better protection. While asphalt shingles are cheap, they offer an inferior defense—against hail impact and rain leakage—compared to the competition. That is why metal, ceramic, and cedar shingles are all considered significant upgrades.
Replacing your roofing materials is beneficial beyond the improved protection. For instance, they can improve insulation and deflect solar radiation, which, in turn, lowers the cost of energy bills. Metal, ceramic, and cedar shingles also have lifespans at least three times longer than asphalt, which means fewer repairs and replacements in the future.
Get Storm proof Windows
Even if you do not have windows in your roof, consider upgrading the ones you do have. The impact-resistant glass prevents forced entry. That means hail has no chance of ending up on the inside of your home.
The list of benefits—beyond the added protection—is lengthy: Storm proof windows can add equity to your home and reduce insurance premiums; they reduce energy costs because of their energy-efficient design; they minimize noise from outside; they even block 99 percent of UV rays.
Final Thoughts
Do yourself a favor and take a moment to prepare your home for the next big storm. Even small upgrades can pay off huge dividends. The next time you see hail pouring from the sky you will have peace of mind knowing you are secure.
If you have any questions about upgrading your roof, contact the experts at Cittrix Roofing. We will be more than happy to discuss your unique situation and provide you with a free estimate for completely weatherproofing your home. You can reach one of our representatives at (847) 246-4004 today.
