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Storm Damage Roofing in Dearborn, MI documented
After hail or a hard wind in Dearborn, we inspect your roof, siding and gutters, photograph every problem we find and give you a detailed scope to share with your insurance adjuster. Your insurer decides coverage.
- Free storm inspection
- Photos of all damage
- Scope for your adjuster
- Repair or replacement
Free roof inspection & estimate
Dearborn homeowners. A roofer, not a call center, gets back to you.
Storm damage on older roofs is easy to miss
When a summer storm rolls through Dearborn, the damage is not always obvious from the sidewalk. Hail bruises shingles and knocks granules loose. Wind lifts tabs and breaks the seal strip, especially on steep bungalow roofs where gusts catch the eaves. Branches from big street trees scrape shingles and dent gutters on the way down.
On older houses it is harder to sort out what the storm did and what was already worn. That is exactly why the photos matter. We inspect every slope, the ridge, the flashing at chimneys and dormers, vents, gutters and siding, and we photograph each problem with enough context that someone who was not on the roof can understand it.
You get those photos and a written scope you can give your adjuster. If the adjuster wants to see the roof in person, we can be there to point out what we found. We do not decide what your policy covers, and we will tell you plainly if what we see looks like age rather than storm damage. If something needs to be covered right away to keep water out, we can talk about temporary protection while the claim is sorted out.
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!!!”
What a Dearborn storm leaves behind
The same storm can do very different damage from one street to the next.
Dearborn’s mature trees are one of the best things about the city, and after a windstorm they are also one of the biggest sources of roof damage. Along the Rouge River and in the older neighborhoods off Ford Road and Michigan Avenue, limbs come down on roofs, gutters and garages. Hail tends to show on the softer, older shingles first. Any of it can turn into a leak once winter freeze-thaw cycles start working on a lifted tab or a cracked boot, so it pays to have the roof checked soon after the storm.
Hail
Bruised shingles, loose granules and dented vents, gutters and downspouts.
Fallen limbs
Punctured shingles, cracked decking and bent gutters from mature street trees.
Photo documentation
Clear photos and a written scope you can hand straight to your adjuster.
- Dearborn
- East Dearborn
- West Dearborn
- Dearborn Heights
- Detroit
- Melvindale
- Allen Park
- Lincoln Park
- Taylor
- Inkster
- Westland
- Redford Township
Storm and insurance questions from Dearborn homeowners
What to do after hail or wind, and how we help with the claim.
A tree limb fell on my Dearborn roof. What should I do first?
How do I know if hail damaged my roof?
Will my insurance pay for a new roof?
Can you meet the adjuster at my house?
Do storm repairs in Dearborn need a permit?
Is the storm inspection free?
Storm hit your roof in Dearborn?
Book a free inspection. We’ll photograph the damage and give you a scope to share with your adjuster.