Missing Shingles
Missing Shingles | Roof Repair | Roofing | Harriman
Heavy winds and pounding storms can strip shingles from your Harriman home in seconds, but the damage that follows can linger for years. HEP’s skilled technicians arrive fast, inspect every layer of your roof, and match or upgrade your missing shingles so the repair blends seamlessly with the rest of your home. We handle permits, clean-up, and disposal—leaving you with nothing but confidence in a watertight roof.
From the first phone call to the final nail, our team communicates clearly and works around your schedule. The result is a hassle-free roof repair that restores curb appeal, safeguards your home’s structure, and preserves your warranty. Call or click today, and let HEP bring back the protection and peace of mind you deserve.
FAQs
What should I do immediately if I notice missing shingles on my Harriman home?
Act quickly. Exposed underlayment and decking can soak up rain, causing leaks and wood rot. First, photograph the damage for your insurance records. If rain is expected before we arrive, carefully place a tarp over the area if you can do so safely. Then call our Harriman roof repair hotline—our crew is on-call 24/7 for emergency shingle loss and can usually be on-site the same day.
How can missing shingles lead to bigger roofing problems?
Shingles form the roof’s first waterproof layer. When even a few fly off, wind can lift surrounding tabs and drive rain under the remaining shingles. Moisture then reaches the felt and wooden sheathing, causing swelling, mold, and eventually interior ceiling stains. Left unchecked, the damage spreads, weakening structural rafters and dramatically increasing repair costs compared with a simple shingle replacement.
Can I replace just the missing shingles or do I need a full roof replacement?
In most cases of localized wind or storm damage, only the affected shingles need replacing. We’ll inspect the entire roof to be sure the surrounding shingles still have adequate adhesion and granule coverage. If your roof is over 20 years old, has widespread granule loss, or multiple leak points, a partial repair may only postpone an inevitable full replacement. We’ll present both options with cost-benefit comparisons so you can decide confidently.
How quickly can your Harriman roofing team respond and repair missing shingles?
For emergency calls inside Harriman city limits we typically arrive within 2–4 hours, weather permitting. Standard service appointments can usually be scheduled within 24–48 hours. A typical small repair—replacing up to 20 shingles—takes about 60–90 minutes once we’re on the roof. Larger wind patches or decking repairs may extend the job to half a day.
Will my homeowners insurance cover the cost of replacing missing shingles?
Most policies treat wind or storm-related shingle loss as a covered peril, meaning you pay only the deductible. We’ll document the damage with photos, supply a written estimate in Insurance Scope format, and can meet your adjuster on-site to ensure all damaged materials are noted. Wear-and-tear or improper maintenance, however, is rarely covered, so it’s important to schedule repairs quickly after a storm to show the loss was sudden and accidental.
What shingle types and color-matching options do you offer for repairs in Harriman?
We stock the region’s most common 3-tab and architectural laminate shingles from GAF, Owens Corning, and CertainTeed in popular Tennessee colors like Charcoal, Weathered Wood, and Driftwood. If your original shingle has faded, we use manufacturer swatch books and sunlight exposure charts to find the closest match, or can replace an entire roof plane for uniform appearance. All replacement shingles carry the same manufacturer’s warranty as new installations and are installed to current code, including six-nail fastening for high-wind zones.