Storm Damage · 6 min read
Hail & Storm Damage: A South Carolina Roof Owner's Guide
Carolina thunderstorms drop hail and 60+ mph winds every spring and summer. Here's what they actually do to your roof — and what to do next.
What hail damage looks like
Hail impacts knock granules off shingles and crack the mat underneath. The damage shows up as dark, round bruises about the size of a dime to a quarter. You'll often see matching marks on your AC fins, gutters, and downspouts — that's the easiest way to confirm the storm hit your property.
What wind damage looks like
Wind lifts and creases shingles even when they don't blow off. A creased shingle has lost its seal and will fail within months. Missing shingles, exposed nails, and flapping ridge cap are the obvious signs.
Don't wait — damage gets worse fast
Once shingles lose their seal, every rain works water under them. Decking rots, attic insulation soaks up moisture, and what could've been a full insurance claim turns into pre-existing damage the carrier won't cover. Schedule an inspection within 30 days of any major storm.
We respond fast across the area
After a Carolina storm, we run free inspections same-week throughout Greenwood, Ninety Six, Saluda, Abbeville, Clinton, and Simpsonville. Emergency tarping available 24/7.
Need help with your roof? Call Coster Roofing Co at (864) 554-0247 or request a free inspection.