Hidden Wind Lift
Hidden Wind Lift | Storm Damage Restoration | Roofing | Evensville
When sudden gusts twist shingles out of sight and rainwater sneaks beneath the surface, the damage often hides until it’s too late. HEP’s specialists know how to spot and correct “hidden wind lift”—the subtle peeling and uplift along the roof deck that weakens your home with every storm that follows. From the first free inspection in Evensville to the final shingle laid, we document every detail for your insurance claim and restore your roof with premium materials built to outlast the next big blow.
Count on our certified crew for prompt, no-nonsense storm damage restoration that brings your roof back to full strength—and your life back to normal—quickly and cleanly. We arrive when we say we will, maintain tidy job sites, and back our workmanship with industry-leading guarantees. Call HEP today and let Evensville’s trusted roofing team shield your home before the next storm arrives.
FAQs
What is hidden wind lift and how can it damage my roof?
Hidden wind lift happens when strong gusts slip beneath shingles or other roofing materials, loosening nails and breaking the seal between the shingle layers without fully tearing them off. Because the shingles usually fall back into place, the damage is not obvious from the ground. Over time, the loosened areas allow rain to blow underneath, leading to soaked underlayment, wood rot, interior leaks, and even mold. Left unrepaired, hidden wind lift dramatically shortens the life of the roof and can void manufacturer warranties.
How can I tell if my Evensville home has hidden wind lift damage after a storm?
Signs can be subtle, but look for slightly raised shingle edges, fine creases across the middle of a shingle tab, granule loss forming dark spots, or small debris caught under shingle corners. Indoors, check your attic for damp insulation or water stains on decking. Because hidden wind lift often can’t be seen at ground level, the safest way to confirm is to schedule a professional post-storm inspection. Our HAAG-certified inspectors in Evensville know how to lift test shingles, measure wind direction, and document damage that insurance adjusters recognize.
Why is it important to address hidden wind lift roofing damage quickly?
Even though the roof may look intact, the adhesive bond and nail hold have been compromised. Each subsequent wind event can tear the shingle off completely, exposing underlayment and decking. Meanwhile, the open seal lets driven rain infiltrate, causing leaks that may not appear inside the home for months. Prompt repairs preserve structural integrity, prevent costly interior damage, and keep your claim within the allowable filing window of most insurance policies in Indiana.
Will my homeowner’s insurance cover repairs for hidden wind lift storm damage?
Most standard homeowner policies in Indiana list wind and hail as covered perils, which includes hidden wind lift as long as the damage resulted from a recent storm event. The key is proper documentation. Our team photographs and video-records every affected area, prepares a damage report in Xactimate (the software used by insurers), and meets with the adjuster on-site to ensure nothing is missed. You would be responsible only for your deductible unless your policy has specific cosmetic exclusions.
What does your hidden wind lift inspection and restoration process involve?
1) Free roof and attic inspection within 24 hours of your call. 2) Moisture meter and shingle lift tests to detect compromised seals. 3) Drone imagery and high-resolution photos for your records and insurance. 4) Emergency tarping if active leaks are present. 5) We assist you in filing your claim and meet the adjuster to advocate for full replacement or repair, depending on damage scope. 6) Once approved, we install code-compliant underlayment, ice & water shield, and new shingles that match or upgrade your existing roof. 7) A final quality check and lifetime workmanship warranty documentation are provided.
How long will roof repairs take and will you help with the insurance claim paperwork?
For most single-family homes in Evensville, a full roof replacement due to hidden wind lift takes 1–2 days once materials arrive; partial repairs can often be finished in a single afternoon. Weather permitting, we schedule work within a week of claim approval. Our restoration specialists handle the entire insurance process—initial claim filing, supplemental requests, depreciation recovery, and final invoicing—so you only have to review and sign documents. We stay in communication with both you and your adjuster until the project is 100 % complete.