If your Pine Island home has suffered storm damage in recent weeks you may be looking at hiring an experienced home repair contractor. Homes in Pine Island and southern Minnesota can experience home damage from many different weather conditions. Fallen trees & branches can leave siding and windows cracked, while wind can damage shingles and other parts of your home's roof. Ryan Windows & Siding is one of the highest rated home improvement contractors serving Pine Island. We also specialize in working with insurance companies and homeowners in the area. Some of the common home / storm damage repairs we work with include the following :
It has been drilled into our heads since we were children; go to a basement or an interior room and protect your head. But what do we do after the storm? After wind has tore off strips of siding or hail has stripped the granules off your shingles, and you are left looking at the mess feeling a little lost and overwhelmed. Severe weather awareness week did not prepare you for after the storm."Safety for yourself and for your family is always first and foremost," cautions Austin Ryan, Sales Manager of Ryan Windows & Siding. "If you suspect any structural damage to your home make sure to call an expert." Once you have assessed the safety and before you start cleaning up make sure to document the damage by taking videos or pictures and compile a written list of damage. These will help when you contact your insurance agency for the claims processes."Some of the most common storm damage that we see is hail damage to the roof, fascia, siding and wind damage that causes pieces of siding or shingles to detach and blow away. It is important to get these issues fixed right away so that more permanent damage is not caused," explains Ryan. Exposed areas in your home's exterior from failing or damaged siding or roofing can lead to mold, mildew, pests, and energy leaks in less time then you may think.If your Pine Island home suffered storm damage, it is important to hire a reputable, licensed and insured LOCAL contractor for an inspection and estimate. "When you choose a local contractor, you are ensuring that your project will be licensed and up to code and will follow the specifications required in our state. You also have the reassurance of established, brick and mortar business to call with questions or repairs after the fact," shares Ryan. Most established contractors will also work with your insurance company, alleviating the stress after the storm.
