HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOUR ROOF HAS STORM DAMAGE ?
“We thought it was fine… until water started dripping into the kitchen.”
That’s what the Nguyen family in Beaverton told us after a major windstorm last winter. From the ground, their roof looked completely normal. But once we got up there, the damage was obvious. Here are three real Portland-area situations that show how storm damage actually appears — and when homeowners should act quickly.
Story 1 – Missing Shingles After Wind
David in Tigard noticed a few shingles in his backyard after a windy night. His roof was only 11 years old, so he assumed it wasn’t serious. When we inspected it, we found exposed nail lines and lifted shingles nearby. We replaced the damaged section before rain got underneath. Quick repair. No interior damage. Problem solved early.
Story 2 – The Leak Showed Up Weeks Later
The Chen family in Hillsboro didn’t notice any problems immediately after a storm. Three weeks later, they saw a ceiling stain near the hallway. The culprit? Flashing around a vent had loosened during high winds and slowly allowed water in during every rain afterward. We repaired the flashing and prevented thousands in larger repairs.
Story 3 – The “Looks Fine From the Ground” Roof
Mike in Lake Oswego walked around his home after a storm and didn’t see anything unusual. But during our inspection, we found: Lifted ridge shingles , Granule loss , Small puncture damage from fallen debris . None of it was visible from below. Catching it early prevented long-term moisture damage.
The Simple Rule We Use
If your roof went through: Strong wind , Heavy rain , Falling branches , Hail or debris …it’s worth getting inspected — even if everything looks okay from the ground. Storm damage often starts small before turning into leaks later.
We’ll inspect your roof honestly and show you exactly what we find — no pressure, no scare tactics. 📞 Call (503) 408-7112 and we’ll schedule your free inspection. We serve homeowners throughout the Portland metro area within 20–30 miles of downtown with our own local crews.
