Get a Clear Picture After the Storm

What Storm Damage Assessment Involves

Severe weather is part of life in West Michigan, and a single storm can leave roofing damage that is easy to miss from the ground. A storm damage assessment from West Michigan BUILDIT | ROOFIT is a detailed evaluation of how wind, hail, and debris have affected your roof and exterior, paired with the documentation you need if you decide to file an insurance claim.

Hail can bruise shingles and knock away the protective granules that shield them from the sun. High winds can lift, crease, or tear shingles and loosen flashing. Debris can puncture roofing and damage gutters, soffit, and fascia. Some of this is obvious, but much of it is subtle, and untreated damage often turns into leaks months later.

Our Assessment Process

We begin by reviewing what happened and when, then we conduct a careful inspection of the roof and surrounding exterior. We document everything we find with photos and notes so you have a clear, organized record.

• Shingle bruising, granule loss, and impact marks from hail
• Lifted, creased, or missing shingles from wind
• Damaged flashing, vents, and roof penetrations
• Dented or detached gutters, soffit, and fascia
• Signs of water intrusion in the attic or ceilings

Help With Your Insurance Claim

Filing a storm damage claim can feel overwhelming, especially when you are not sure what counts as damage or how to describe it. We help by providing thorough, professional documentation that clearly shows the condition of your roof. If you choose to file, we can meet with your adjuster and walk through what we found together, so nothing legitimate gets overlooked.

We want to be clear and honest here. We assess what the storm actually did, and we document real damage. We do not exaggerate findings or encourage claims that are not warranted. That straightforward approach protects you and keeps the process credible.

Why Choose West Michigan BUILDIT | ROOFIT

As licensed and insured general contractors, we bring real construction knowledge to every assessment. We understand how roofing systems fail under stress and what quality repairs require. When work is needed, our craftsmanship is built to last, not just to pass a glance.

If repairs or replacement become necessary, we will explain your options clearly and can discuss financing through Michigan Saves for any portion not covered by insurance. Explore our exterior services or contact us after the next storm. We serve Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Muskegon, Norton Shores, Holland, and all of West Michigan.

How soon after a storm should I get an assessment?

Sooner is better. Prompt documentation strengthens your claim and helps you catch damage before it leads to leaks and interior problems.

Do you help with the insurance claim?

Yes. We provide professional documentation and can meet with your adjuster to review the damage together, so legitimate findings are clearly represented.

What if the damage is minor?

We will tell you honestly. If the storm caused little or no real damage, we say so rather than pushing an unnecessary claim or repair.

Is hail damage always visible?

Not always. Hail can bruise shingles and strip granules in ways that are hard to spot from the ground, which is exactly why a close inspection matters.