Storm Damage Restoration Project in Big Lake
Storm Damage Restoration Project in Big Lake
🏠 Project Overview
After a severe storm in Big Lake, this homeowner noticed damage to the roof, siding, and gutters and reached out for a full inspection. Our team documented the hail and wind damage, worked with the insurance carrier, and put together a complete exterior restoration plan.
The project included a GAF Timberline HDZ roof replacement, Norandex Woodsman Select vinyl siding on the affected elevations, and new seamless aluminum gutters and downspouts to restore water management around the home. The goal was to bring the home back to pre-storm condition (or better) while meeting current codes and manufacturer standards.
🏗️ Roofing System – GAF Timberline HDZ
We started by protecting the home and landscaping, then removed the existing shingles down to the deck so we could inspect and re-nail the wood substrate before installing the new roofing system.
Weather Protection & Underlayment
- Installed 6′ of GAF WeatherWatch® Ice & Water Shield along gutter lines and three feet up valleys to help protect against ice dams and wind-driven rain.
- Installed GAF FeltBuster® synthetic underlayment across the remaining roof deck to keep the roof dry and stable.
- Used GAF ProStart® starter shingles along all eaves and rake edges to help lock in the first course and improve wind resistance.
GAF Timberline HDZ Roof System
- Installed GAF Timberline® HDZ™ Lifetime dimensional shingles in Charcoal per manufacturer specifications using 1 ¼” roofing nails.
- Finished hips and ridges with matching GAF Timbertex® hip & ridge shingles for a clean, dimensional look.
Flashing, Ventilation & Details
- Installed new valley metal in the roof valleys to safely channel water off the roof.
- Installed new ridge vent to improve exhaust ventilation.
- Installed a new bathroom exhaust roof vent to properly vent interior moisture.
- Upgraded perimeter flashing, including new step flashing and dormer flashing, to protect all roof-to-wall intersections.
- Installed new pipe flashings and sealed all penetrations with high-quality sealants.
Debris was loaded into a dumpster and removed from the property, with a final cleanup at the end of the project.
🧱 Siding System – Norandex Woodsman Select
The storm also damaged siding on the home and garage. As part of the claim, we replaced the affected siding and upgraded the weather barrier behind it.
- Removed the existing vinyl siding down to the substructure on the left elevation of the home and garage.
- Inspected the sheathing and replaced any damaged or rotten wood as needed.
- Installed housewrap and taped seams, then added Kingspan fanfold insulation behind the new siding for improved energy performance and a flatter finish.
- Installed Norandex Woodsman Select D4 straight lap vinyl siding (color: Sierra) on the specified elevations.
- Added matching Norandex J-channel, utility trim, starter strip, and outside corner posts to tie the system together.
- Installed PVC-coated aluminum trim coil in Sierra to wrap exposed trim and create a clean, finished look at edges and transitions.
- Installed new light fixtures provided by the homeowner where specified.
The siding work is backed by eRoof’s 10-year workmanship warranty for vinyl siding installation, with additional workmanship coverage for soffit, fascia, and window wraps per the contract.
💧 Gutter Replacement – Seamless Aluminum System
To finish the storm restoration and improve drainage, we installed a new gutter system along the back of the house and garage.
- Installed 5″ seamless aluminum gutters sized for the roof area.
- Installed 3″ x 4″ aluminum downspouts to handle higher water volumes and help move water away from the foundation.
- Included appropriate end caps, outlets, elbows, hangers, and fasteners for a secure, long-lasting installation.
The new gutters work together with the updated roof and siding to improve overall water management around the home.
📸 Storm & Hail Damage Gallery
🛡️ Warranty & Result
This Big Lake storm damage project left the homeowner with:
- A GAF Timberline HDZ Charcoal roof protected by a GAF Golden Pledge® Warranty (25-year workmanship and 50-year material coverage on installed components, per the job agreement).
- New Norandex Woodsman Select vinyl siding and trim on the affected elevations, backed by eRoof’s siding workmanship warranty.
- A new seamless gutter system designed to better control runoff from the updated roof.
With the roof, siding, and gutters all restored and upgraded, this home is now better protected against future storms and looks fresh from every angle.
📍 Storm Damage Roof & Siding Help in Big Lake
If you’re in Big Lake or the surrounding area and suspect hail or wind damage to your roof, siding, or gutters, our team can:
- Free Roof & Exterior Inspection
- Document issues for your insurance carrier
- Put together a complete restoration plan tailored to your home
- Full Roof Replacement
- Siding Replacement
- Gutter Replacement
