Here are some examples of hail damage on a metal roof.
Slight damaged metal roofing.
According to the national weather service slight damage can begin when winds reach 45 mph but this range is considered non severe.
Clay slate roofing will have cracks and or gouges and metal roofing will have impact dents like we saw on the gutters at the beginning.
When a metal roof is hit by hail the galvanized coating is cracked which leads to corrosion and the destruction of the roof.
So what wind speeds do you need to be worried about.
Metal roofing is one of the easiest to spot for hail damage.
Some metal roofing can withstand wind speeds of more than 150 mph.
Underside corrosion if the metal is improperly coated on the underside of the panel corrosion could take place.
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Craftsmanship is also important.
Metal shakes metal shingles and metal tile.
Longevity durability strength.
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Even though you have a metal roof when a hail strikes with force it can damage the metal and reduce the lifetime of your roof.
Most metal roofing has protective paint systems or coatings specifically engineered to resist corrosion but there are special circumstances that could occur including.
These non severe winds may cause some tree branches to break off and can cause damage to already loose or susceptible shingles.
It will also form dents that will collect water.
With its team of metal roofing specialists altek roofing helps clients navigate the complex world of roof construction and then replaces their existing damaged roof with one guaranteed to last many years.
Sooner or later it will lead to rust.
If this air space is present you can bend and damage the metal roof by simply walking on it.