Good advice overall, but I'd caution against assuming it'll always be a quick fix. Last year after a nasty storm, I thought I just had a few shingles blown loose. Climbed up there expecting a simple patch job, but turns out water had seeped underneath and rotted some of the decking. Ended up replacing a whole section—definitely more than a couple hundred bucks by the time I was done.
So yeah, definitely inspect thoroughly and don't underestimate hidden damage. If you're comfortable on ladders and know what you're looking for, DIY can save you quite a bit. But if something looks off or you're unsure, getting a pro to at least take a look might save you from bigger headaches later on. Better safe than sorry...and dry!
Can definitely relate to the hidden damage issue. Few years back, had some branches come down in a storm—thought it was just superficial gutter damage. Went up expecting a quick fix and found out they'd punched holes into the fascia and let water seep behind the siding. Ended up costing way more than planned.
"definitely inspect thoroughly and don't underestimate hidden damage."
Couldn't agree more. Always worth pulling things apart a bit to check what's underneath before calling it good. Saved me from worse headaches later on...
Yeah, storm damage is sneaky like that—what looks minor can turn into a whole can of worms once you start peeling things back. Good on you for catching it early, though...seen plenty of folks who didn't and ended up with moldy insulation and rotted framing.
"storm damage is sneaky like that—what looks minor can turn into a whole can of worms once you start peeling things back."
Haha, ain't that the truth...ever peeled back shingles thinking it's just a quick patch-up and ended up staring at daylight through your attic? Been there, done that. Honestly though, costs can swing wildly depending on how deep the damage goes. Ever thought about going green with repairs? Green roofs or reinforced materials might cost a bit more upfront, but they save you from playing whack-a-mole after every storm season.
Green roofs sound nice in theory, but the upfront costs can be pretty steep if you're on a tight budget. I've found that investing in solid flashing and proper sealing around vents and chimneys saves a ton down the road. Anyone else had luck with simpler fixes like that?
