Hail storms can move through the Midwest quickly, but the damage they leave behind can affect your home for years if it is not properly inspected and repaired. Even when your roof looks fine from the ground, hail can bruise shingles, knock away protective granules, dent gutters, crack siding, damage flashing, and create weak spots that may lead to leaks over time.
At Apex General Contracting, we provide professional hail damage inspections, roof repair, roof replacement, and exterior restoration services for homeowners and businesses throughout Illinois and Wisconsin. Our team understands the impact hail can have on roofing systems in the Midwest, and we know how to identify damage that is easy to miss without a trained eye.
If your property was recently hit by hail, do not wait for a leak to show up. Schedule a free hail damage inspection with Apex and get a clear recommendation for your next steps.
Hail damage happens when ice pellets strike your roof or exterior surfaces during a storm. The severity of the damage depends on the size and density of the hail, wind speed and direction, age of the roofing materials, and the condition of your roof before the storm. Perimeter Roofing’s hail damage page notes that hail can crack or dent shingles, dislodge granules, and cause damage that is not always visible right away.
For asphalt shingles, hail impact can loosen the protective granule layer, bruise the shingle mat, weaken the seal between shingles, or create openings where water can eventually enter. Apex’s existing hail damage page also emphasizes that un-repaired hail damage can allow moisture to seep into the roof system and weaken its structural integrity over time.
Some hail damage is obvious. Other damage is subtle and may only be visible during a professional roof inspection. After a hail storm, watch for:
If you notice damage to your gutters, siding, windows, or outdoor fixtures, your roof may have been hit as well. Hail damage often affects multiple parts of the exterior at the same time, not just the roof.
Hail damage does not always cause an immediate leak. That is one reason many homeowners delay calling a contractor. Unfortunately, small impact marks can turn into bigger problems after repeated rain, snow, ice, heat, and freeze-thaw cycles.
If left untreated, hail damage can lead to roof leaks, attic moisture, damaged insulation, mold or mildew growth, stained drywall or ceilings, weakened shingles, reduced roof lifespan, and more expensive repairs down the line.
Not every hail-damaged roof needs to be replaced. In some cases, targeted roof repairs may be enough to restore protection. In other cases, widespread hail impact, missing granules, cracked shingles, or storm-related leaks may make roof replacement the better long-term solution.
Apex can inspect your roof and determine whether your property needs emergency roof repair, shingle replacement, flashing repair, leak repair, a full roof replacement, gutter repair or replacement, and more.
Our goal is to give you an honest recommendation based on the condition of your roof, the extent of the hail damage, and the best way to protect your property moving forward.
After a hail storm, many homeowners are unsure what to do next. Apex General Contracting can help document visible damage, provide photos and inspection findings, and explain your repair or replacement options clearly.
If an insurance claim is involved, our team can help you understand the restoration process and provide the information needed to support the scope of work.
Apex General Contracting has served homeowners in Illinois and Wisconsin since 2006. Our expertise is storm damage restoration, especially hail damaged roofs.
We take time to inspect each key roofing components carefully.
We are experts at identifying wind & hail damage.
We have expert teams that handle both homes & commercial properties.
We use trusted materials and proven installation methods.
We keep you informed before, during, and after the project.
From repairs to replacement, our goal is to protect your property.
Common signs include bruised or cracked shingles, missing granules, dents in gutters or flashing, water stains, leaks, and damage to siding, windows, or screens. Some roof hail damage is not visible from the ground, so a professional inspection is recommended after a storm.
Yes. Hail can weaken shingles, loosen granules, crack roofing materials, and create openings where water can enter. Leaks may happen immediately or develop over time as damaged materials continue to wear down.
It depends on the extent of the damage. Minor damage may be repairable, while widespread impact marks, cracked shingles, granule loss, or active leaks may require roof replacement. Apex can inspect the roof and recommend the best option.
