Roof repair does not mean you need a completely new roof but if you don’t spot the repairs needed, it could lead to needing more expensive repairs or a full roof replacement.

• Missing, Curled, Cracked Shingles: Having shingles with any of these issues is the first sign of needing roof repairs. Other than being an eye sore, these need to be repaired immediately to stop further damage.
• Water Leaks and Stains: If you experience either leaks or stains in your home’s interior, this is an indicator of needing roof repair services and more likely emergency repairs done as quickly as possible.
• Dramatic Energy Bill Increase: After living in a home for a bit, you get an understanding of what your average energy bill will be throughout the seasons. If you see a dramatic increase, it might not be a billing issue; instead, it is a roof that needs repairs.
• Damaged Roof Flashing: Not always thought of when thinking about roof repairs needed but if the flashing (joint and entry point sealer) is corroded or damaged, this can lead to major water damage.

Living in Wisconsin, we all know, can come with some severe weather during any time of the year. Snow storms, extreme heat, tornadoes, downpours, and more can cause roof damage to your home that needs to be repaired.

• Extreme Winds: Whether it be a full-on tornado or just some heavier winds than normal, these can cause shingles to be lifted or broken, leaving your roof exposed in multiple areas.
• Snow and Ice: Living in Wisconsin during the winter comes with ice dams. These can bulge causing drainage to be blocked and water to be forced under your roof’s shingles.
• Hail and Heavy Rain: With both hail and heavy rain, your roof and drainage system aren’t always accustomed to surviving this over and over. Hail can compromise shingles, while the heavy rain then seeps in.

If your roof is so damaged that you are starting to experience interior damage, there are a few steps to help with insurance documentation and to prevent further damage.

1. Once you’ve located the leak or stain on your ceiling or wall, move all furniture, decorations, and electronics away from the area as well as cover up any outlets nearby.
2. Put some sort of container to help stop the spread of water damage (towels, paper towels, or similar items might help for a bit but if the leak is serious, these will quickly soak up all they can and then allow the water damage to continue.).
3. Take videos and photos of the interior damage for proper insurance and repair documentation (and continue to if the water damage get’s worse).
4. This could be number one but give us a call at (262) 212-5853, as this will be the quickest way for us to help get that roof repaired.