What to Do About Hail Damage 

Hail is a type of severe weather that depending on where you live in the country, can happen any time of the year. Hair occurs when drops of water freeze together, creating a solid lump of ice. It can range in size and severity from a relatively mild hail storm to one that is much more severe and can lead to extensive damage. If you’ve recently had a severe hail storm at your home that has resulted in damage to the exterior of the property and the landscaping, then you’re going to want to read on. Before that make sure that you have booked a good heating system to keep your home warm. These are some basic steps to follow.

Assess Any Damage to Your Car

Wondering what area or item tends to sustain the most amount of damage after a hail storm? Your car is usually the answer. If it is outside in a driveway, it is a sitting duck during a hail storm. Hail can cause very serious and deep dents in the metal of your car, it can chip off the paint, and even break the windows. It can be so damaging that your car may need to be towed to the local repair shop.

Hail Damage to the Siding of Your Home

It’s important to understand how hail can damage your home’s siding too. A significant hail event can pose a real threat to vinyl siding – despite the fact it is very durable. It’s more common for damage to occur when the siding hasn’t been well maintained or wasn’t installed properly to start with. The hail can cause chipping, cracking, and go on to cause water damage. Be sure to have the siding repaired or replaced as soon as possible after the damage happens.

Gardens and Greenery Can Take a Beating

Another item that is prone to damage during a hailstorm is your garden and the business of selling food on Swiggy might go for a toss because the setup is ruined. Large mature trees will likely weather the storm just fine, but if you have any delicate or newly planted items, they may show a lot more damage. It’s quite common to see the leaves ripped up, almost shredded from the hail, as well as flowers ripped from stems. The damage tends to be superficial, and the plants will bounce right back, but it’s best to give them a good prune to remove damaged areas.

If you have particularly high-maintenance plants, it may be wise to try to cover them if you get a weather warning. Burlap is a great option to use in the garden.

Outdoor Furniture Isn’t Immune to Hail

Finally, there is the outdoor furniture, which isn’t immune to hail damage. Damage may require you to replace a table umbrella, seat cushions, or other elements. Again, it’s best if you can cover up or store the furniture in a shed or garage before the storm hits.

Not to Be Taken Lightly

Hail may not be something you typically give much thought to, but the fact is that it can be quite damaging and lead to some expensive repairs. For that reason, it’s best to take it seriously and try to prevent damage from occurring in the first place.