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Extent and location of damage
Isolated wind-lifted shingles or a small leak at flashing may be repairable. Widespread hail impacts across multiple facets, repeated valley leaks, or saturated decking often push conversations toward replacement.
Age and remaining life
Asphalt roofs approaching the end of typical service life may not justify patching large sections when adjacent areas will soon fail. Manufacturers publish broad lifespan ranges; actual condition varies with ventilation, installation quality, and storm history.
Decking and structure
Soft or spongy decking, rot around penetrations, or sagging planes may require more than surface fixes. Opening small areas during repair sometimes reveals whether deeper work is prudent.
Building codes and layers
Local codes govern how many shingle layers may remain, ice barrier requirements in vulnerable zones, and ventilation minimums. A permitted replacement addresses those rules holistically; spot repairs work within what is already on the roof.
Insurance context
Carriers apply their own policies to storm claims. We document what we observe; we do not guarantee approval or dollar amounts. See timing basics and storm documentation.
When to call
If you are unsure whether damage is localized or systemic, schedule an inspection and ask questions until the recommended scope makes sense for your timeline and budget.