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Storm damage & recovery
Throughout history, human’s development of roofing techniques has included a variety of natural resources, methods and applications. From wood, mud and straw, to tiling, shingles and beyond, one thing many of us take for granted is the necessity of a structurally sound and properly functioning roof – something that has been essential to man’s survival since the dawn of time.
A quality roof is designed to be a protective covering over the top of a building. The performance of any roof depends on an entire system of products working and performing together. A high-performance roof system is comprised of shingles, tiles, or slate and includes underlayment, flashings, fastener placement, ventilation and attic insulation.
To help you understand how a complete roofing system works together to protect your home, please contact us for a free roof consultation.
Hail Recovery
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), hail causes an average $1 billion in damage each year. Hail falls along paths scientists call hail swaths, which vary from a few square acres to large belts up to 10 miles wide and 100 miles long. The most severe hailstorms typically occur in the central plains states, where hail may grow to baseball or softball size due to strong thunderstorm updraft potential caused by complex atmospheric dynamics. In contrast, penny or quarter-sized hail is more common in other parts of the United States. Based on the size of the hailstones, hail fall can create concealed or extensive damage to the point of breaking windows and putting holes through roofing and siding.
Exterior Design of KC’s team of managers, sales staff, insurance recovery specialists, customer service agents and trained tradesman provides full storm recovery service throughout the U.S. We are committed to positive interactions with every customer as we provide property owners with storm recovery assistance.
Wind Recovery
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), hurricanes, tornadoes, and high winds cause a combined average of $7.3 billion in damage each year.
Roofing materials are subject to damage from strong winds and flying debris. Generally, roofs are not designed to withstand winds of hurricane and tornado intensity. However, roofs may also be damaged by winds of moderate intensity, such as gusts that may reach 50 to 75 miles per hour. These moderate winds often create roof damage that cannot be seen from the ground. The primary cause of this wind damage is the partial vacuum created by wind blowing over the edge of the roof. Nature tries to neutralize the low-pressure area by bringing in air from a higher-pressure area, usually from inside the building. This air pushes up on the bottom side of the roof assembly and, over time, loosens fasteners and breaks the adhesion, making the roof susceptible to damage from the next moderate or strong wind.
Violent winds can get underneath siding and separate it from the exterior wall of a structure. Windblown debris can puncture, scratch or gouge siding.
Exterior Design of KC’s team of managers, sales staff, insurance recovery specialists, customer service agents and trained tradesman provides full storm recovery service throughout the greater Kansas City metro area. We are committed to positive interactions with every customer as we provide property owners with storm recovery assistance. Exterior Design of KC’s strategic mobilization and rapid response plans help aid property owners during times of catastrophic loss.
News
1/21: Atrium Companies File for Voluntary Chapter 11
Dallas-based Atrium Companies Inc., which owns Atrium Windows and Doors, filed for Chapter 11 yesterday in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. Likewise, its Canadian subsidiary initiated reorganization proceedings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Toronto. MORE
Attention DIYers:
Save money, protect your home and show up the neighbors by installing your own gutter protection system! If you’ve got the motivation and know-how, we’ve got the Leaf Slugger Gutter Protection System ready for you to pick up and install yourself. Call or email for details.
10/09: WINDOWS FOR WINTER
Windows that currently qualify for the $1,500 ENERGY STAR federal tax credit will no longer qualify after April 1, 2010. So act now, and get information on the 2009-2010 tax credit for windows, doors, and skylights. MORE
Testimonials
"Exterior Design of KC did a great job -- the house looks nice! I would recommend you to anyone. We are really pleased."
-- Frances and Gene
"Fantastic! The team was efficient. Marvelous cleanup. Even all my neighbors were impressed."
-- Alan
"Sincerely I say thank you for coming all these many miles to make my old house new again! You’re the best! Kudos to all I talked to and worked with. You are a true first class company from the products you sold me to the labor forces who came to install. I will highly recommend your company and team to all who ask me. I carry your business card in my purse – I hope I can send more business your way!"