We here at Tennessee Shingle support our troops and would like to remind you of GAF's Roofs for Troops program. GAF is offering a $300 rebate and has helped over 1,000 military families get new roofs. See below for details!
This past January, GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, announced its Roofs for Troops program offering rebates to both active military and veterans as a display of gratitude for their service. The concept has been such a success that as of early May, the number of military families submitting rebates has surpassed 1,000!
“We are excited to offer the Roofs for Troops rebate program and are thrilled that GAF has now helped over 1,000 military families to put a new roof on their homes – a number that continues to grow rapidly,” stated Paul Bromfield, senior vice president of marketing at GAF. “GAF is truly honored to show its support of the U.S. military and to help protect the homes of the brave men and women who protect our country.”
Through Roofs for Troops, active military, veterans, and retirees who use a GAF factory-certified contractor can receive a $300 rebate from the manufacturer when they purchase a new GAF Lifetime Roofing System and provide proof of purchase for GAF Lifetime Shingles and at least three qualifying GAF accessories. The program runs through the duration of 2012; details can be found by visiting www.military.com/discounts or www.gaf.com/military. GAF factory-certified contractors can be located easily through the home page of the GAF website at www.gaf.com.
GAF also supports the roofing industry through CARE, the Center for the Advancement of Roofing Excellence, which has provided education to over 125,000 professionals. CARE’s mission is to help professional contractors and distributors build their businesses through sales and management education, and to provide product and installation training to contractors, distributors, architects, property owners, and related industry personnel. For more information about GAF, visit www.gaf.com.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Watch this video from the March 2, 2012 storm!
This is from a Belle Meade residence before they had to head to the basement due to tornado warnings. Tennessee Shingle has helped multiple residences in the Belle Meade area replace their roofs damaged by wind and hail.
In the past few months there has been severe hail and wind storms in the Nashville area. Tennessee Shingle is currently helping multiple family's in the Nashville area restore there damaged roofs. I thought it would be a good idea to place our FAQ on the blog to help answer any questions you might have. Of course feel free to call us anytime at 615-815-1436
Hail and Wind Damage
Q. How can I tell if my roof has sustained hail/wind damage? A. It
is almost impossible to see this type of roof damage from the ground.
The sooner the roof is inspected by a trained professional, the better.
Damaged shingles can lead to roof leaks and these leaks can cause major
damage to your home and your belonging Q. What can hail/wind damage do to a roof?
A.
Hail damages shingles by impacting the shingle at around 90MPH
resulting in asphalt shingle blistering. In other words, hail can remove
mineral granules from an asphalt shingle. There may be dents, bumps or
protrusions in the shingle’s surface. There may also be craters or black
pits showing that protective minerals have been compromised. High winds
can cause shingles to become loose and to fold in the wind. This causes
shingles to form a crease and eventually shear off. Q. If I suspect my home’s roof has suffered hail or wind damage, what should I do? A. Simply call Tennessee Shingle
to receive an inspection at no cost to you. If evidence of hail or wind
damage is found, We will make arrangements to meet with an adjuster
from your insurance company to review the damages. Q.What happens after Tennessee Shingle meets with my insurance adjuster? A. If your roof sustained enough damage, the insurance company will pay to replace the roof and Tennessee Shingle will
schedule a meeting with you to pick out the shingle color and schedule
the installation of your new roof. If there is not enough damage for a
total replacement, repair monies are typically paid to the homeowner for
specifically damaged areas of the roof and/or any other
interior/exterior damaged property.
Why should I use Tennessee Shingle?
Q.Do I have to use Tennessee Shingle to get a new roof? A.
No. However you will find that our ability to eliminate the hassle and
streamline the insurance process is a large benefit that we provide at
no cost to you. We take care of all of the necessary paperwork from
inspection to installation and are able to work directly with the
insurance company to secure the proper funds for your new roof. We also
take the time to meet ON THE ROOF with the adjuster to make sure all
damage is accounted for so that you aren’t left wondering whether a fair
assessment was really made. Most homeowners who attempt the process on
their own call their local agent and are then usually required to call
numerous roofers to get estimates, wait to receive the estimates, and
then submit them back to your insurance company for review. After all
the hassle and time, your insurance company will select the cheapest
estimate which only ensures that you now have the cheapest roofer in the
area installing your roof. When you work with Tennessee Shingle,
your insurance company will decide on a Replacement Cost Value per
industry standard and we simply install your new roof for that amount.
This eliminates the hassle and need for competitive bidding/haggling and
ensures you get the best possible roof not the cheapest. It’s that
simple. Q.What are some advantages of using Tennessee Shingle? A. There are many reasons to use Tennessee Shingle and here are a few:
1. We are a LOCAL, family owned and operated company and are licensed, bonded & insured.
2.We
are certified installers which means your installation will not only
look great, but will also comply with the manufacturer’s specifications
to ensure you receive the material warranty the product carries. If the
roof isn’t installed per the manufacturer’s specs, the manufacturer will
NOT honor the material warranty.
3.
Not only are we experts in the roofing industry, we are also insurance
specialists which guarantees you the BEST CHANCE of getting a roof
replaced while at the same time eliminating the hassle of attempting it
yourself.
4. We
are able to send supplement request(s) to the insurance company in the
event the adjuster missed an item needing to be repaired. This ensures
that Tennessee Shingle will be able to complete the job and that the homeowner will not be held responsible to pay for these items (if any).
5. We are proud to give each of our customers a 5 year No-LEAK warranty.
6. There is nothing to lose using Tennessee Shingle.
Why would a homeowner want to do it themselves when it doesn’t cost a
penny more to have us handle the process from inspection to
installation?
Q.What are some disadvantages of attempting to do it myself? A. Here some of the disadvantages:
1. Time consuming
2. Need for competitive bidding
3.
Even if you have a preferred roofer you want to use, you may not be
able to choose your roofer if the insurance doesn’t pay an amount high
enough to cover your preferred roofer. Insurance companies select the
cheapest estimate if you attempt the process on your own.
4. Homeowners are not typically familiar with the process which makes it difficult to know where to start.
5. Most homeowners are not trained in recognizing exactly what storm damage looks like on a roof or other personal property.
6. The chance of the roof getting replaced by insurance decreases dramatically.
Insurance Questions
Q. Do I need to replace my roof soon after hail or wind damage has been determined? A.
It is always best to act swiftly when something like this happens.
Further damage is likely to occur. In addition to this, insurance
companies have a “specific time limit” for filing claims. Taking care of
such situations quickly is always best. Call us today or fill out our
online form to get your free inspection. Q.How do I know if my insurance company will replace my roof? A.
Homeowner’s Insurance is designed to cover events like these. Your home
is a major investment. If your home has suffered hail or wind damage,
which caused a financial loss, your insurance company will compensate
you for your loss and pay to have the roof replaced. Q.Why
did my insurance adjuster initially fail to detect damage to my roof? I
requested a second inspection by the roofing company, and they found
hail/wind damage this time. Does this happen frequently? A.At
times, it is possible to miss hail or wind damage on roofs, especially
if the hits have not weathered yet. A second inspection will determine
without a doubt if damage exists or not. Q. What happens if gutters, siding, window surrounds, etc… are also damaged during the storm? Will my insurance cover this also? A.
Insurance companies are prepared to cover these expenses. We will look
for these items at the time of your inspection and note it with the
insurance company. We will also inform the adjuster of any damaged
items. Q. What is the depreciation (deduction) made by insurance companies as part of the adjustment? A.Insurance
companies decide up front on a Replacement Cost Value (RCV) for your
roof. They will typically give you a portion of the RCV at the time of
the adjustment known as Actual Cash Value (ACV) for the roof in its
present condition. They then hold the other portion of the Replacement
Cost Value (RCV) until they receive a signed contract from both you and
the roofing contractor as proof the new roof has been installed. You
will then receive the remaining funds in the mail so that you can pay
your roofing contractor. Q.Would
all insurance companies pay out the exact same Replacement Cost amount
for my roof or does it vary from insurance company to insuramce company? A. It varies from insurance company to insurance company. This is where working with Tennessee Shingle
helps. We complete each job to the same high quality standards that has
earned us our A+ BBB rating as well as zero complaints so you know if
we have accepted the job, these high quality standards WILL be met.
Certain insurance companies attempt to grossly underpay in order to save
them money. In this case, a roof cannot be replaced to these levels of
quality. We are able to send supplement requests to them and in most
cases receive the proper amount needed in order to complete the job to
the same level of quality. In the rare event they will not increase the
payout needed to ensure a proper job, you have the option to do whatever
you would like to do with the money. Remember, an inspection from Tennessee Shingle
only takes a few minutes to see if your roof is truly protecting your
largest investment. Call today or quickly fill out the form at
TennesseeShingle.com for a FREE INSPECTION!
Welcome
to Tennessee Shingle! We are a family-owned and operated,
Nashville-based roofing company that specializes in total roof
restorations due to storm damage. Your homeowner’s insurance may pay to
replace your roof, and we can help. We take all of the necessary steps
to schedule a meeting with your insurance company up on your roof. This
ensures that you not only have the best chance of getting your roof
replaced, but also that you will have a fair and thorough assessment of
all the damages. We also employ a staff of insurance experts that deals
directly with your insurance company to secure the payment for your new
roof. The insurance company simply comes up with what they deem the
replacement cost should be and we complete the roof for that amount! By
working with the insurance company, we also eliminate the need for
homeowners to spend valuable time getting several estimates from
multiple contractors. We do it all…from “inspection to installation”.
Sound simple? It is. All you need to do is fill out the short form on
the left or make a quick call to Tennessee Shingle to get your
inspection. Remember, insurance companies have a ‘specific period of
time’ to act, so contact us today! Storms have
produced hail and high winds throughout Tennessee in the past months.
Hail has caused permanent damage to roof shingles that will ultimately
lead to leaks and leave your home open to water intrusion resulting in
rotting wood, drywall damage, and even mold. High winds have caused
many shingles to lift up and this has resulted in shingle creases and
the loss of large amounts of protective granules. Lifted shingles are
also open to the elements which allow airborne debris to blow onto the
tar strips preventing future adhesion. While some damage like shingles
laying in yard or missing shingles is noticeable from the ground, many
insurance approved roofs actually appear to be in good working order!
We strongly suggest you to make a quick phone call or fill out the form
on the left to have Tennessee Shingle assess your roof for FREE. Tennessee Shingle takes care of everything so you can spend your time doing the things you want to do. We handle filing the claim, getting your roof approved, and installing your new roof. It is that easy and remember, the inspection isFREE!
