Stanley Roof and Solar provides expert storm damage roof repair for wind, hail, and debris damage throughout Vancouver, WA and the Portland metro. As a Malarkey Premium Certified Contractor, repairs range from $150 to $24,000, backed by insurance-ready documentation.
A windstorm or hailstorm rarely damages just one visible spot, and treating it that way is how homeowners end up back on the phone a few months later with a new leak. Storm damage repair is part of our broader roof repair work, and it’s the specific roofing service call that spikes every time a windstorm or hailstorm moves through Clark County and the Portland metro.
Storm damage doesn’t always announce itself. Sometimes it’s a handful of missing shingles visible from the driveway, and sometimes it’s bruised shingles or lifted flashing that only shows up on a close inspection. Either way, Stanley Roof and Solar assesses the entire roof, not just the obvious damage, before recommending a fix, so nothing gets missed until the next storm finds it.
Storm damage that goes unaddressed rarely stays contained to the spot it started. A few lifted shingles or a small flashing gap can seem minor, but every subsequent rain event pushes water further into the roof system, gradually compromising decking and insulation before it reaches the ceiling. According to the National Weather Service, the Portland-Vancouver metro regularly experiences windstorms and heavy rain tied to Pacific weather systems moving through the Columbia River Gorge, so storm exposure here is a recurring pattern, not a rare event.
Prompt repair also protects your insurance claim, since damage documented and fixed shortly after a storm is easier to attribute to that event than damage discovered months later, which can raise questions about ongoing neglect instead.
Hail bruises and cracks shingles, strips protective granules, and dents soft metal like gutters, vents, and flashing. According to National Weather Service thresholds, hail around 1 inch (quarter-size) marks the point where standard asphalt shingles typically begin showing functional damage, while hail 1.75 inches or larger causes widespread, visible damage across most roofing materials. Hail damage is often more visible on gutters and flashing than on the shingles themselves, which is why we check both during every inspection.
Wind speeds of 45 to 57 mph can begin lifting and unsealing shingle tabs, especially on older roofs, while gusts of 58 mph or higher are classified as severe and can tear off shingles even in good condition. The Portland-Vancouver metro sees this kind of wind exposure regularly, particularly from windstorms funneling through the Columbia River Gorge, making wind one of the most common storm damage causes we repair in this region.
While this region doesn’t experience hurricanes, severe Pacific windstorms can produce hurricane-force wind gusts capable of widespread shingle loss, torn flashing, and structural stress across large sections of a roof. These events often require the same scale of assessment as major storm damage anywhere else in the country, a full-roof inspection rather than a spot check, since damage from a single severe windstorm can affect multiple areas simultaneously.
Heavy tree cover throughout Clark County and the Portland metro means falling limbs and wind-blown debris are a common third cause of storm damage. Impact damage can puncture decking, crack shingles, or dent metal roofing in ways that look different from wind or hail wear, often requiring a more localized structural assessment of the affected area rather than a broad surface inspection.
Not all storm damage is visible from the ground, and some of the most important warning signs only show up on close inspection. Here’s what to look for after any significant weather event.
Wind and hail damage a roof at different, well-documented thresholds, and knowing them helps explain why one storm leaves a roof untouched while the next one causes real damage. The chart below shows the wind speeds and hail sizes most often linked to roof damage, based on National Weather Service and roofing-industry data.
Damage Source | Threshold | Typical Effect on the Roof |
Wind, 45 to 57 mph | Non-severe, but still damaging | Lifts and unseals shingle tabs, most often on older roofs |
Wind, 58 mph and above | Classified as severe | Can tear off shingles even in good condition |
Hail, under 1 inch | Sub-severe | Rarely visible on newer roofs, but can speed up granule loss on older ones |
Hail, 1 inch (quarter-size) | National Weather Service severe thunderstorm threshold | A well-established point where standard asphalt shingles begin to show functional damage |
Hail, 1.75 inches or larger (golf ball-size) | Severe | Causes widespread, visible damage across most roofing materials |
Thresholds reflect National Weather Service and roofing-industry data. Actual damage always depends on roof age, material, and condition, which is why we inspect in person rather than estimate from storm reports alone. Damage from either cause can be easy to miss from the ground, which is why we check the whole roof, not just the section that looks affected.
Storm damage rarely shows up as one clean, isolated problem, it tends to affect several parts of the roof system at once. Here’s a closer look at what we repair most often after a windstorm or hailstorm moves through the region.
Storm damage repair costs vary a great deal depending on what’s damaged and how much of the roof is affected. The table below shows typical price ranges for the most common storm-related repairs, though your exact cost depends on your roof’s size, pitch, and material.
Repair Type | Common Cause | Typical Cost Range |
Shingle section replacement | Wind or hail damage to a limited area | $150 to $400 |
Flashing repair | Wind-lifted or torn flashing | $200 to $500 |
Gutter repair | Wind-torn or dented gutters | $195 to $625 |
Multi-area storm damage repair | Widespread wind or hail damage | $700 to $4,000, often insurance covered |
Full roof replacement | Extensive damage across most of the roof | $7,500 to $24,000 |
Your exact price depends on your roof’s size, pitch, and material, which is why we provide a free written quote before any work starts.
Wind and hail damage is common enough that about 1 in 35 insured U.S. homes files a related claim every year, according to the Insurance Information Institute, so insurers are well-practiced at handling this type of claim. What helps most is documentation from someone who actually inspected the roof in person, clear photos, a written scope of the damage, and a timestamp close to the storm date. Stanley Roof and Solar provides all of that as part of the free inspection.
Check your policy for its notice deadline, since insurers set their own windows for reporting a loss. Don’t wait to have the roof looked at once you suspect damage, the sooner an inspection happens, the stronger the documentation is for your claim.
The steps you take in the first day or two after a storm can make a real difference in both damage control and insurance outcomes. Here’s what to prioritize before calling for a professional inspection.
Every storm damage call follows the same clear steps, so you always know what’s happening and why. Here’s exactly what to expect from your first call to the finished repair.
Storm damage repair requires both speed and thoroughness, and that’s exactly the balance our team is built around. Here’s what sets Stanley Roof and Solar apart for homeowners and businesses throughout the region.
Browse completed storm damage repair projects in our project gallery to see the quality and craftsmanship we deliver across Vancouver, Clark County, and the Portland metro, and read what local homeowners and businesses say on our testimonials page or Google Business Profile.
No matter where a property sits within Southwest Washington or the greater Portland metro, Stanley Roof and Solar delivers the same thorough, Malarkey Premium Certified storm damage assessment and repair on every call. From wind damage in Vancouver to hail damage in Portland, homeowners and businesses throughout the region get the same full-roof inspection and honest documentation after every storm.
Our service areas include Vancouver, WA, Clark County, WA, Battle Ground, WA, Camas, WA, Longview, WA, Woodland, WA, Multnomah County, OR, Portland, OR, Beaverton, OR, Hillsboro, OR, Tigard, OR, and Lake Oswego, OR. For a full view of our coverage, see our service area page.
After a storm passes, the damage you can see from the ground is rarely the whole picture. Our team will inspect the entire roof, document everything clearly for your insurance claim, and give you an honest, straightforward plan for repair, with no pressure to agree to more than the damage actually calls for. The sooner an inspection happens, the stronger your documentation and the smaller the risk of a small issue turning into a bigger one.
Call us at (800) 433-4633 to schedule your free storm damage inspection today.
Whether you need a fast repair, a full roof replacement, or a solar system installed by a team that actually understands roofs, you’re one call away from a straight answer and a free estimate.
Look for missing or torn shingles, granules collecting in the gutters, dented vents or gutters, and any new leaks after a windstorm or hailstorm. Some damage is only visible on a close inspection, which is why we check the whole roof rather than just the spot you noticed.
Often, yes, since wind and hail damage is one of the most common covered causes of loss on a standard homeowners policy. Coverage still depends on your specific policy, so we recommend checking it and having the roof inspected as soon as you suspect damage.
As soon as possible, ideally within a few days. Documentation gathered close to the storm date is stronger for insurance purposes, and catching damage early prevents it from worsening with the next rain event.
Yes, hail can bruise shingles and strip granules without leaving obvious visible cracks. These less visible signs still compromise the shingle's ability to shed water and are often only caught during a close inspection.
Yes, in most cases. If the damage is limited to a section of the roof, we can repair just that area. Widespread damage across most of the roof is when a roof replacement becomes the better option.
We schedule most storm damage inspections within a few days of your call, and if the roof is leaking or exposed, our emergency roofing team can respond the same day to tarp it.
Most storm damage repairs range from $500 to $3,000 or more, depending on the extent of the damage. Stanley Roof and Solar provides a free inspection and written quote before any work starts, with financing available for larger repairs.
Yes, storm damage rarely stays isolated to one spot. Wind and hail tend to affect the whole roof surface unevenly, which is why a full inspection matters more than checking just the obviously damaged area.
Yes, we repair storm damage on both residential and commercial roofs, including low-slope membrane systems that show damage in a different way than shingles.
Whether you need a fast repair, a full roof replacement, or a solar system installed by a team that actually understands roofs, you’re one call away from a straight answer and a free estimate.
