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Storm Damage Roofing in Southfield, MI documented
After hail, high wind or a limb coming down on your Southfield home, you need to know what actually happened to the roof. We inspect it, photograph the damage and give you a detailed scope you can share with your insurance adjuster.
- Free storm inspection
- Photos of all damage
- Scope for your adjuster
- Repair or replacement
Free roof inspection & estimate
Southfield homeowners. A roofer, not a call center, gets back to you.
What the storm really did to your roof
Storm damage on a Southfield home isn’t always obvious from the driveway. Hail bruises shingles and knocks granules loose without leaving holes. Wind creases tabs and breaks the seal strip, so a shingle that looks fine today lifts off in the next gust. And on streets lined with tall, mature trees, a falling limb can crack decking or crush a gutter in a spot you can’t see from below.
Before you call your insurer, it helps to know what you are reporting. We get on the roof, photograph each type of damage, check vents, flashing, gutters and downspouts, and look in the attic for daylight or wet decking. You get those photos and a detailed scope of the work the damage calls for.
Your adjuster and your insurance company decide what is covered; we don’t. What we do is make sure the damage is documented clearly so the conversation starts from facts. If the roof needs temporary protection until repairs can be made, we can take care of that too. And if we don’t find storm damage, we tell you that as well.
Storm damage we look for
Some of it is obvious. Most of it is not, until it leaks.
Hail bruising
Soft spots and a fractured mat under the surface, often hard to see without getting on the roof.
Granule loss
Hail knocks granules off and exposes the asphalt to the sun, which speeds up aging.
Wind-lifted shingles
Broken seal strips and creased tabs let the next storm peel shingles off.
Flashing & vents
Dented vents, bent flashing and cracked pipe boots open paths for water.
Gutters & siding
Dented gutters and cracked or loose siding are often part of the same storm.
Interior leaks
Ceiling stains or wet insulation after a storm mean water is already getting in.
Your roofer, your adjuster, your decision
An insurance claim involves several people, and it helps to know who handles what. We inspect the roof and document the damage. Your adjuster inspects on behalf of your insurer and makes the coverage decision. You decide whether to file and who does the work.
Our part is the evidence: clear photos of the damage, a written scope of the repair or replacement, and answers to your questions in plain language.
Read your policy, and call your insurer or agent with questions about deductibles and coverage. If the storm damage turns out to be minor, we will tell you, and a simple roof repair may be all you need.
| Step | Kincaide | Your insurer |
|---|---|---|
| Roof inspection | Photos, every slope | Adjuster visit |
| Documentation | Written scope | Claim file |
| Coverage | Not our call | Decides |
| Payment | Not our call | Per your policy |
| The work | Repair or replace | — |
From storm to a sound roof
Clear documentation first, then honest options.
Storm inspection
We inspect the roof, gutters and siding and photograph every sign of hail or wind damage.
- Free inspection
- Every slope photographed
- Attic check where needed
Photos & scope
You get the photos and a written scope of the repair or replacement to share with your adjuster.
- Photos of all damage
- Detailed written scope
- Plain explanations
Repair or replace
When you are ready, we do the work with the house protected and the yard cleaned every day.
- Owens Corning shingles
- Daily cleanup & briefing
- Dumpster included
Leaking after a storm?
Call us and we will talk through what can be done to limit the damage until it is repaired.
After the storm
Repairs, a new roof, or the gutters the hail dented.
Roof Repair
Leaks, missing shingles, flashing and storm damage found and fixed, with photos of every repair.
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Roof Replacement
Full tear-off and a new Owens Corning shingle system, with the yard protected and cleaned up every day.
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Gutters
Seamless gutters and downspouts sized for the roof, with guards that cut down on clogs.
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Homeowners across Metro Detroit on how we document the work.
“Kincaide roofing went above and beyond our expectations. Scott (the owner) took pictures of every step and fix he made. They were punctual, thorough and very professional. No B.S. with Scott, the communication was straight forward and gave us briefings every night before they left.”
“Kincaide did a phenomenal job fixing up my garage roof and siding. They also cleaned up the area after so my dog wouldn’t get hurt. Everytime there was any issue found during installation, they provided picture evidence. They also were the best cost when compared to other companies. Highly recommend.”
“Very awesome, professional experience with Kincaide!!! Scott and his crew is wonderful. They do good work, really put things in terms so that people can understand things better. We will definitely be sticking with KINCAIDE!!!”
Big trees, open roofs and Michigan storms
Southfield’s mature tree canopy is one of its best features, until a summer storm rolls through.
Many Southfield neighborhoods have oaks, maples and other large trees that are as old as the houses beneath them, especially along the Rouge River and on the older streets. When a summer thunderstorm brings hail and straight-line wind, those trees drop limbs onto roofs, gutters and service lines. Winter adds its own damage: gusts working at brittle shingles and heavy wet snow loading the eaves.
After a storm, look for shingles or vent pieces in the yard, dents in gutters and downspouts, broken branches on the roof and new stains on ceilings. Then call for an inspection so you know what you are dealing with.
Hail
Bruised shingles, dented vents and gutters, and loose granules, often worst on one side of the house.
Wind
Creased and lifted tabs, missing ridge caps and torn shingles along long ranch rakes and eaves.
Fallen limbs
Punctured decking, crushed gutters and broken fascia where branches come down on the roof.
- Southfield
- Lathrup Village
- Northland area
- Detroit
- Oak Park
- Farmington Hills
- Bingham Farms
- Franklin
- Beverly Hills
Storm damage & insurance questions from Southfield homeowners
What to do after a storm, and what we can and can’t do for your claim.
A storm just went through Southfield. Should I call my insurer or a roofer first?
A tree limb fell on my Southfield house. What should I do?
Do I need a permit for storm repairs in Southfield?
Do you decide what my insurance covers?
Can you cover a damaged roof until it is repaired?
What if the adjuster says there is no storm damage?
Book a free storm damage inspection in Southfield
We’ll get on the roof, photograph what the storm did and give you a scope you can share with your adjuster.