Check your home’s exterior for common problem areas especially after experiencing a hail storm. These warning signs could prevent costly damage if corrected promptly! Neal’s offers a FREE professional inspection of your home– don’t delay, call us today to ensure your home is safe, energy-efficient and ready to stand up against the elements.
Potential Gutter Problems
![gutter problems](/images/gutter1.jpg)
![gutter problems](/images/gutter2.jpg)
![gutter problems](/images/gutter3.jpg)
- Visible holes
- Pools of water
- Cracked seams
- Sagging or leaking gutters
- Decay or rust
- Poor alignment
- Foundation damage
- Broken downspouts
- Rotted exterior wood
- Drains filled with debris
- Water flowing into the basement
Potential Window Problems
![Borken Storm Windows](/images/warningsign_windows_brokenstormwindows.png)
![Condensation on the inside](/images/warningsign_windows_condensationontheinside.png)
![Cracked Panes](/images/warningsign_windows_crackedpanes.png)
- Rotted or corroded frames
- Cracked panes
- Condensation on the inside
- Air leakage
- Broken storm windows
- Cloudiness between the panes
- Damaged caulking
- Hail damage
- Warped or swollen wood
- Sticking sashes
- Gaps in weather stripping
Potential Siding Problems
![Aluminum Siding Dents](/images/warningsign_siding_aluminumsidingdents.png)
![Warping](/images/warningsign_siding_warping.png)
![Wood Siding peeling](/images/warningsign_siding_woodsidingpeeling.png)
- Peeling or blistering paint
- Insect damage
- Wood rot
- Requires sanding and sealing
- Corrosion
- Needs frequent repainting
- Color fade
- Dents, dings, chips & scratches
- Warping
Potential Steep Roof Problems
![Loss of Granulation](/images/warningsign_roofingsteep_lossofgranulation.png)
![Missing Shingles](/images/warningsign_roofingsteep_missingshingles.png)
![Interior Water Damage](/images/warningsign_roofingsteep_interiorwaterdamage.png)
- Loss of granulation
- Missing shingles
- Interior water damage
- Interior water stains
- Loose attic insulation
- Drains filled with debris
- Poorly flashed pipes
- Cuts, tears, or cracks
- Visible leaks or cracks
- Stains or algae growth
- Standing or ponding water
- Open joints in the roof deck
- Roof is over 10 years old