Weather is something that happens all over the world, every single day. There is a large variety of weather that can happen, as you’re probably aware. Sometimes you can even go from one kind of weather to another very rapidly. 

While some people love nothing more than sitting inside and watching the rain or snowfall outside, your roof is one of the many things that can take a beating from extreme weather conditions. 

There are several different types of weather damage that can occur to your roof, and in this article, we’ll explore some of the most common ones.

Whether you realize it or not, no pun intended, your roof can actually take quite the beating from various weather phenomena. Different weather events have different effects, and we’ll be taking a look at as many as we can throughout this article so you can have a better idea of what to expect from the world.

The Damage From Windstorms

Windstorms are some pretty serious business. A windstorm is any storm where the wind speed is equal to or greater than 58 miles per hour. There are a lot of kinds of storms that can cause or include a windstorm, including: 

• Tropical storms: 
  • These are storms that form over warm ocean waters and usually include high winds and heavy rain. 
• Squall lines: 
  • These are lines of thunderstorms that can form ahead of cold fronts. They can have very strong winds, and if they’re severe enough, they can be considered windstorms. 
• Downbursts: 
  • These are sudden downdrafts of air that can occur during thunderstorms. They can cause a lot of damage when they hit the ground, and if the wind speed is high enough, they can be considered windstorms.
• Winter storms: 
  • A winter storm is a storm that happens during the winter months. They can include snow, sleet, and high winds. 
• Hurricanes: 
  • A hurricane is a tropical cyclone that has winds of 74 miles per hour or higher. 
• Dust storms: 
  • A dust storm is a storm that is caused by a large amount of dust or sand being blown by the wind.

There are a lot of different types of storms that can cause wind damage to your roof. The damage that wind can do to your roof can be pretty severe, and it’s important to be aware of it so you can take steps to prevent it.

So, now that we know what a windstorm is, let’s take a look at some of the damage they can cause to your roof. One of the most common types of damage from a windstorm is missing or damaged shingles. 

Shingles are the small, individual pieces of roofing material that make up your roof. They’re usually made of asphalt or fiberglass, and they’re designed to protect your roof from the elements. 

When a windstorm hits, the high winds can cause the shingles to come loose or even fly off entirely. This leaves your roof exposed to the elements and can cause further damage down the road. 

In addition to missing or damaged shingles, windstorms can also cause damage to your roof’s flashing. Flashing is the material that’s used to seal the joints and gaps in your roof. It’s usually made of metal, and it’s very important for keeping your roof watertight. 

When the high winds of a windstorm hit, they can cause the flashing to come loose or even tear away from your roof. This can leave your roof vulnerable to water damage, as well as further damage from the elements.

Another type of damage that can be caused by a windstorm is damage to your gutters. Your gutters are an important part of your roofing system, and they help to keep water from pooling around your foundation. 

When the high winds of a windstorm hit, they can cause your gutters to come loose or even tear away from your roof. This can leave your home vulnerable to water damage, as well as further damage from the elements.

On top of all of that, if your gutters are full of debris, the high winds can cause them to overflow. This can lead to water damage around your foundation, as well as flooding in your basement or crawlspace. 

So, it’s important to keep your gutters clean and in good repair to avoid any damage from a windstorm.

Snow, Hail, and Rain Damage

Snow, hail, and rain are all forms of precipitation, and they can all cause damage to your roof. Let’s take a look at each one individually to see what kind of damage they can cause.

Snow is one of the most common forms of precipitation, and it can cause a lot of damage to your roof. The weight of the snow can cause your roof to collapse, and the melting of the snow can lead to water damage. 

In addition, the high winds that are often associated with snowstorms can cause damage to your shingles, flashing, and gutters. So, it’s important to keep an eye on the forecast and be prepared for a snowstorm to avoid any damage to your roof. 

Many people also prepare to remove the snow from their roofs, either by themselves or with the help of a professional. This can help to prevent any damage from the weight of the snow, as well as the melting of the snow.

Hail is another form of precipitation that can cause damage to your roof. The hailstones can cause damage to your shingles, and the high winds that are often associated with hailstorms can cause damage to your flashing and gutters. 

Hail is kind of like rain but in the form of balls or pellets of ice that fall from the sky during a thunderstorm. They can range in size from very small to very large, and they can cause a lot of damage when they hit your roof. 

It can cause massive damage to your home, car, and even to your person if you’re caught in a hailstorm. So, it’s important to be prepared for a hailstorm and to take precautions to avoid any damage to your property.

Last but not least, rain is another form of precipitation that can cause damage to your roof. The heavy rains can cause water damage. If you already have damage on your roof, the rain can also cause that damage to get worse. 

Rain is usually not the biggest concern, but the things that are often associated with nasty storms like thunder and lightning. If you live in an area that’s prone to severe storms, it’s important to be prepared for the possibility of a storm damaging your roof. 

You should have a plan in place for what to do if your roof is damaged, and you should also have insurance to cover the cost of roof repairs.

Thunder and Lightening

We touched on lightning in the last section, but it’s worthy of its own section. Lightening is a form of electricity, and it can cause a lot of damage to your roof. Lightning is an electrical discharge that occurs between the clouds and the ground during a thunderstorm. 

It occrs when the air is filled with water vapor, and the conditions are just right for an electrical discharge to occur. Lightning can cause damage to your shingles, flashing, gutters, and even your chimney. 

So, it’s important to be prepared for a thunderstorm and to take precautions to avoid any damage to your property.

Lightning can cause: 

• Fire: 
  • Lightning can cause fires in your home or on your property. It can also strike trees and other objects, which can then fall on your home and cause a fire. 
• Damage to electronics: 
  • Lightning can damage the electronic components of your roof, including your shingles, flashing, gutters, and chimney. 
• Power outages: 
  • Lightning strikes often cause power outages. If you live in an area that’s prone to thunderstorms, it’s important to be prepared for the possibility of a storm damaging your roof.

Sometimes thunder can even be loud enough to break glass, but that’s mostly unrelated to the topic at hand. Just be aware that thunderstorms can be dangerous for you, your roof, and the rest of your property. 

Because thunderstorms are usually combined with other major weather events, it can be very bad news for your roof if one is headed your way. Be sure to take the necessary precautions to avoid any damage to your property.

You and the Weather

Weather is a pretty cool thing that we have here on earth, but it can also be pretty dangerous. It’s important to be prepared for the different types of weather so you can avoid any damage to your property. 

There are a lot of different types of weather, and each one can cause its own type of damage. In this article, we’ve explored some of the most common types of weather damage to roofs. 

Now that you know a little bit more about the subject, you’ll be better prepared to deal with any damage that may come your way. Stay safe out there!