Hail Damage & Insurance Claims

If you suspect that your roof or other exteriors have suffered storm damage of any kind, call your insurance company right away!  Most insurance companies work on a first come first serve basis and they receive thousands of calls during storm ‘catastrophes’; the closer you are to the front of the line, the faster your claim will be handled.

When you contact your insurance company they will schedule an adjuster to inspect the damages done to your property and determine if you have an eligible claim.  You may also have the option of having a qualified third-party inspector like Fortress Roofing & Exteriors complete the initial damage inspection.

Our Inspectors are HAAG Certified which is a requirement of most Alberta Insurance companies when determining whether hail or wind damages are severe enough to make a claim.  We can also help advocate on your behalf to ensure you receive all the coverage you are eligible for, which can sometimes be missed or overlooked by insurance adjusters that don’t have direct construction experience.

Inspect the damages and if you notice any potential for your roof to begin leaking, notify your insurance company right away. They will provide you with a company that can complete these repairs right away to avoid further damage to the home.

Once your insurance company's adjuster has visited your property and completed their assessment, they will go over the damages with you and provide an estimate for the cost to repair your roof, siding, and any other aspect of your home that's been damaged. They will then provide this assessment to the roofing contractor that is hired to complete the repairs.

Your insurance company will have a "preferred contractor" that will offer additional warranty options as well as help ensure that you have adequate liability insurance. However, depending on your insurance company's policies, you can also choose a contractor if you want to. It's important to note that you should always make sure that the contractor you choose has all of the proper skills, employees, and policies in place to perform the job.

Any estimate you receive should be reviewed and confirmed by a professional in the industry. This could be the company that is hired to do the repairs, a friend or family member, or an additional third party. All of the damage to your roof should be covered as any leftover damage can wreak havoc on your home. It's extremely important to make sure every aspect of your roof is repaired in full to avoid future damages and stress.

Any estimate you receive should be reviewed and confirmed by a professional in the industry. This could be the company that is hired to do the repairs, a friend or family member, or an additional third party. All of the damage to your roof should be covered as any leftover damage can wreak havoc on your home. It's extremely important to make sure every aspect of your roof is repaired in full to avoid future damages and stress.

Any changes to your home's design should also be considered and agreed upon in the contract. This includes any new products or colours that are being introduced into your home's exterior design.