As a Shawnee homeowner, you have come to expect severe Oklahoma weather—ranging from intense wind gusts to devastating hail—to occur. As you walk around your property or look for signs of weather-related damage inside your home, there’s one component you may overlook —your attic.
Storm damage restoration in Shawnee homes often focuses on the attic, as this is the area separating your living space from the weather that pelts the roof. Understanding how water enters your roofing system after an Oklahoma storm is the first step toward preventing water damage.
How Your Roof Can Allow Water Damage to the Attic
Storms can compromise the integrity of your attic in subtle yet crucial ways. Water can seep into your attic through:
- Hail Impact & Granule Loss: While hail doesn’t necessarily create a hole in roofing material, it causes damage to the roof in the form of bruises that result in the removal or ‘loss’ of roofing granules. As a result, asphalt shingles become vulnerable to UV exposure because the roofing’s matting starts to deteriorate.
- Uplift Due to Strong Winds & Flashing Separation: Strong wind gusts can cause uplift along the edges of shingles, breaking the seal between them. The wind can also cause flashing to be uplifted or displaced. The flashing refers to the metal used to seal the edges of chimneys, vents, or valleys. These small areas are less visible but allow wind-driven rain to seep between roofing materials.
- Debris Punctures: Smaller debris in the air can puncture the roof deck or scratch the waterproofing material beneath the roofing shingles. Although a hole may not be visible from ground level if the debris isn’t heavy enough to create one, water seepage can still occur.
Complete Professional Inspections When the Storm Passes
Experts should:
- Examine roofs for areas of granule loss, raised edge shingles, and damage to soft metals (such as vents/gutters).
- Inspect the attic for signs of damp insulation, staining, or structural damage.
- Run non-invasive moisture meters to detect hidden areas of moisture in decking or walls.
A Phone Call from Help
We move quickly to inspect for hidden storm damage that other restoration contractors may miss. From emergency roofing to complete construction solutions, we dry water damage, prevent mold growth, and restore peace of mind. When the storm hits, contact BISON Restoration at (405) 225-2024.
