As a homeowner, we know that there are many things to consider when it comes to maintenance and protecting the integrity of your home. Gutters can seem to be a random accessory to your roof and home, but they play a very big role in protecting your home in many ways. We also know that the different elements of your roof, such as your gutters, can be pretty low on the priority list, and that’s ok. How to know when you need a gutter cleaning service or when you might be at risk of needing a gutter replacement isn’t something we expect you to know. So we’re going to cover that in today’s blog.

We’re in our winter months here in Columbus, Ohio and it’s been ‌pretty mild this year, but there have been moments where we’ve gotten some harsh weather such as high winds, freezing rain and heavy snow that has caused a lot of damage and issues for homeowners. So let’s chat about some potential winter related damage that you may be facing at this very moment and potentially help you identify the problem.

If you live in Grove City or any of the surrounding areas, you’ve more than likely been visited by someone insisting that your home sustained major hail or wind damage and that your roof can be replaced for free by your insurance company. Unless you were hit by hail that was big enough to damage your car or took on significant damage from high winds and debris, chances are your roof does not need to be replaced and may even be perfectly fine.

Have you been approached by a someone claiming they can have your roof replaced for free recently? A small hail storm passed through town a few weeks back and we’ve noticed this happening to a few of our neighbors, so we’re here to share our thoughts and some advice on how to handle these pop-in roof inspections.