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Roof Warning Signs to Check After Severe Weather

By Best Colorado Roofing Published November 5, 2026 Weather & Hail

Severe weather passed — now what? This is your systematic checklist of roof warning signs to check after severe weather. Work top to bottom, stay on the ground, and note everything: what you find in the next 30 minutes determines whether you need a roofer this week.

Exterior warning signs

Missing shingles — dark gaps in the shingle pattern, pieces in the yard.
Lifted or creased tabs — corners fluttering or folded.
Dented gutters, downspouts, and vents — hail's metal signature; if metal is dimpled, shingles took hits.
Granule piles at downspout exits — sudden heavy loss means hail stripped the armor.
Damaged flashing — bent or loosened metal at chimneys, walls, and valleys.
Debris impacts — branches on the roof, punctures, gouged areas.
Sagging areas — any dip in the roofline suggests structural or decking damage; treat as urgent.

Interior and attic warning signs

Ceiling stains — even faint rings; water travels, so the stain may be far from the entry.
Attic daylight — pinpricks of light through the deck in a dark attic.
Damp insulation or rafters — feel for moisture after rain.
Musty odors upstairs — slow leaks announce themselves by smell.
Peeling paint on exterior eaves or interior ceilings near the roofline.

What to do with what you find

Urgent (call now): active leaks, sagging, large missing sections, punctures. Soon (this week): missing shingles, heavy granule loss, dented metals, new stains. Monitor: minor debris, small dents with no other signs — but still worth a professional look, because hail bruising hides. Document everything with dated photos before cleanup.

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FAQs

How soon after severe weather should I check?

As soon as it's safe — downed lines, unstable trees, and slick surfaces first. The roof check itself takes 30 minutes from the ground.

I found nothing. Am I done?

Mostly — but remember hail bruising is invisible from the ground. If it was a real hail event, a professional inspection is still wise.

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