Wind first
Placitas's open hillsides take gusts from several directions. Wind damage often starts small — a lifted shingle edge, a loose piece of metal trim, a peeled corner of membrane — and lets water in during the next storm.
Then hail
Summer thunderstorms coming off the mountains can drop hail. It bruises shingles, cracks tile, dents metal and punctures flat roof coatings — often without obvious signs from the ground.
What to do
- Look for interior stains and dripping
- From the ground, look for loose trim, missing pieces, dented vents and debris
- Stay off the roof
- Call (505) 230-4024 for an inspection
- Get photos and a written estimate
- If you file a claim, your insurer decides what's covered
After big storms
Out-of-town crews sometimes go door to door after hail. Check for a New Mexico license, get everything in writing and avoid big upfront payments.
Questions homeowners ask
My roof looks fine from the ground. Should I still have it checked?
After a significant hail or wind storm, yes.
Do you make temporary repairs?
When it's safe, yes, to stop water until permanent repairs.
Will you talk to my adjuster?
We can share our photos and estimate.