Storm Damage That Is Easy to Miss
- Small round dents or cracks in vinyl on the side of the house that faced the wind.
- Chips or spatter marks on painted fiber cement and trim.
- Dented gutter faces and crushed downspouts, often from hail.
- Gutters pulled away from fascia by the weight of water, ice or a falling limb.
- Siding panels unlocked at the seams, which can let rain blow behind them.
Look at the screens, mailbox and car too; hail marks there are useful evidence.
Documenting Tupelo Storm Damage for Your Claim
Our inspection covers every elevation, not just the roof. We photograph damage with reference points, measure affected areas and note the direction the storm came from. That gives you an organized record to share with your insurance company. When an adjuster visits, we can be present to point out what we found. The claim itself remains between you and your insurer; our role is clear evidence and an accurate repair scope. Our guide to insurance coverage for storm-damaged siding explains the basics.
Rebuilding After the Claim
Once coverage is settled, we order materials, protect landscaping and replace damaged panels or whole walls as needed. If matching siding is no longer made, we discuss options rather than leaving a mismatched patch. New seamless gutters go up last, sized for heavy rain and fastened with hidden hangers that resist pulling loose.
Getting Ahead of the Next Storm
Restoration is a good time to strengthen what failed. That may mean heavier siding panels, extra gutter hangers, gutter guards under large trees, or trimming limbs that overhang the roof. Our storm season preparation guide lists other steps worth taking.
Common Questions
How soon after a storm should I call?
As soon as it is safe. Early documentation helps your claim, and quick temporary fixes keep rain from getting behind damaged siding.
Will insurance pay for siding on the whole house if only one side was hit?
It depends on your policy and your insurer's decision. Some policies address matching, others do not. We provide documentation of the damage and the matching issue; your adjuster determines coverage.
Can you repair just my gutters after a storm?
Yes. If only a few runs are dented or detached we can replace those sections, though seamless runs are replaced end to end rather than spliced.
Do you only do siding and gutters after storms?
No. We also handle roofing and windows. We inspect the whole exterior so nothing is overlooked in your claim.