Common Misconceptions About Roof Wind Damage

Wind can deal considerable damage to roofs. Strong winds can blow shingles off, to the point that homeowners might even be forced to call contractors for a roof replacement job. That said, there are some misconceptions when it comes to the damage that wind can cause to your roofing shingles. These wrong ideas prevent homeowners from providing their roofs with adequate care, resulting in poor roofing that may need repair. Continue reading “Common Misconceptions About Roof Wind Damage”

4 Signs That Your Roof Sustained Wind Damage

Storms are often accompanied by strong winds. Unfortunately, more often than not, these strong winds can also cause damage to your roofing system, and, as a homeowner, it’s in your best interest to determine if your roof was indeed damaged by strong winds. Unfortunately, some homeowners neglect the inspection process for a reason: they don’t know what kinds of damage to look for.

In this article, the roof replacement pros at Texas Traditions Roofing share the signs that your roof sustained wind damage, beginning with:

Hail Damage and Carbon Monoxide Leaks: The Correlation

A hail storm is a weather phenomenon that no homeowner can avoid, and it can also cause various kinds of damage to your home. For instance, hailstones can inflict leak-causing damage to your roofing system, while your siding can sustain dents where the hail hits it. However, according to roof repair pros, there is another kind of damage that hail inflicts on your home but homeowners aren’t always aware of roof vent damage, which in turn can cause carbon monoxide leaks.
In this article, the roofing professionals of Texas Traditions Roofing reveal the correlation between hail damage and carbon monoxide leaks.
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Video: New Law Makes Waiving Insurance Deductibles Illegal

According to a new state law, roofing contractors can no longer waive insurance deductibles. This measure aims to protect consumers from contractor fraud.

Texas Traditions Roofing, a trusted expert in roof replacement, shares more details about this legislation.

A New Law That Curbs Roof Scams

Waiving deductibles is a way for unscrupulous roofing contractors to cut corners. They usually offer to waive the deductibles or absorb the homeowner’s deductible as a selling point. However, this often leads to roofers using lower-quality products or inflating the bill sent to the insurance company.

With the new state law, contractors or roofers can no longer waive a deductible or promise their customers a rebate for a deductible. Those who do will be found guilty of violating this law and could get up to a $2,000 fine and six months in jail.

Tips to Avoid Scams

Whether you’re hiring a roofer to carry out a simple roof repair or a complete roof replacement, it’s best to take the following precautions:

  1. Ask for a detailed estimate. Make sure it’s written on company letterhead with the company’s contact information.

  2. Check the contracts for blanks, and never sign an agreement with blanks on it.

  3. Compare quotes from different businesses so that you can get a better idea of what’s a reasonable price for your job.

  4. Verify company information and contact details.

  5. Be wary of roofers who only have references from outside your area. Also, be cautious when dealing with contractors who solicit door to door.

  6. Don’t pay the full costs upfront. Wait until the job is done.

Texas Traditions Roofing is a family owned business that’s founded on quality and customer satisfaction. We’re one of the most trusted residential and commercial roofing contractors in the area. Rest assured, your job will be accomplished on time. Call us at (512) 415-4590 or fill out our contact form to request a consultation. We serve customers in Georgetown, TX, and the surrounding areas.