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Hail & Wind Roof Restoration - Des Moines Metro
When An Iowa Storm Hits Your Roof, Take Action.
Hail and straight-line winds are part of life in central Iowa, and your roof is the first thing they come for. Action Roofing & Construction has restored storm-battered roofs across the Des Moines metro since 2001, handling the damage and the insurance claim so you can get back to normal. One call starts it.
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The storm is over in minutes. The questions last for weeks.
You hear the hail hammer the house, and then it stops. The hard part is everything that comes next. Is the damage bad, or just cosmetic? Is it even covered? Who can you actually trust to climb up there and tell you the truth? In the meantime, that small lifted shingle is letting water into your decking, and the longer it sits, the worse and more expensive it gets.
This is exactly the moment Action Roofing was built for. We have walked Des Moines homeowners through storm damage for more than two decades, and we have turned a stressful, confusing process into a straight line: we look, we document, we deal with your insurer, and we rebuild. You stay in the loop the whole way, and you never have to guess what happens next.
Local Context
Why Des Moines Roofs Take Such A Beating
Central Iowa sits on the edge of what insurers quietly call hail alley. Spring and summer bring recurring hail and powerful straight-line winds, and on August 10, 2020, the derecho tore across the metro with winds over 100 miles per hour, shredding roofs from Waukee to Altoona in minutes. In July 2021, a single supercell dropped hail up to 3.25 inches across Windsor Heights. A storm season here can age a roof years.
Big storms also bring a second wave of trouble: out-of-state storm chasers who flood the metro, overpromise, and disappear long before your warranty is ever tested. Action Roofing is the opposite of that. We were here in 2001, we were here for the derecho, and we will be here the next time the sky turns green over Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Clive, Urbandale, and Johnston.
cycloneCentral Iowa Storm Record
A quick look at the local risk
Sources: NWS Des Moines, Iowa Dept. of Agriculture, State Farm
What Storm Damage Actually Looks Like
A quick walk around your home after a storm can tell you whether it is time for a professional look. Watch for these:
Missing or bruised shingles
Wind lifts and tears shingles, while hail leaves dark, soft bruises that quietly shorten a roof's life.
Granules in the gutters
Piles of shingle granules in your gutters or at the downspouts are an early fingerprint of hail.
Dents on metal and vents
Dings on gutters, downspouts, flashing, and roof vents are some of the clearest evidence of a hail event.
Interior leaks and stains
Water spots on ceilings or in the attic mean the roof has already been compromised and needs prompt attention.
Soft or spongy decking
A roof deck that feels soft underfoot points to trapped moisture and possible structural damage below.
Roof Hit In The Last Storm? Don't Wait For The Next Rain.
A free inspection today can save you a far bigger repair tomorrow.
call(515) 202-2173Free, no-obligation storm inspections
We Handle The Insurance Fight So You Don't Have To
The insurance side is where most homeowners feel lost, and it is where Action Roofing does the most for you. A storm claim usually covers the full, approved cost of repair minus your deductible, and we make sure the scope your adjuster signs off on reflects the real damage, not a lowball estimate. We have worked directly with adjusters and the major carriers for more than twenty years. Here is exactly how it goes:
Free inspection
We document every area of damage with photos so nothing gets missed.
File the claim
We help you open the claim with your carrier and prepare the evidence.
Meet the adjuster
We meet your adjuster on-site so the full storm scope is captured.
Approve the scope
Once approved, we walk you through the scope, materials, and your deductible.
Install fast
We schedule and install, often within the same week the claim clears.
A Local Roofer Or A Storm Chaser? It Matters Most After The Job.
Out-Of-State Storm Chasers
- closeHere for the storm, gone before the warranty ever matters
- closeNo local office and no real track record in Iowa
- closeHigh-pressure pitch to sign before you can think it over
- closeGood luck getting a callback a year from now
Action Roofing & Construction
- checkLocal and family-run since 2001
- checkBBB A+ accredited since 2004
- checkGAF Certified Plus warranties
- check4.9 stars, nearly 100 reviews
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We have used Action Roofing 3 times to repair hail damage. The crew does excellent work, and Albert's communication between us and the insurance company makes it a smooth process. I highly recommend Action Roofing.
- Byron R., Des Moines homeownerStorm Damage & Insurance: Straight Answers
How do I know if my roof has storm damage?
Look for missing, lifted, or bruised shingles, granules piling up in your gutters, dents on gutters, vents, and flashing, water stains on ceilings, and soft spots on the roof. Much hail and wind damage is not visible from the ground, so the only way to be sure is a professional inspection, which we provide free across the Des Moines metro.
Does homeowners insurance cover storm damage to my roof in Iowa?
Most Iowa policies cover sudden hail and wind damage, minus your deductible. Coverage depends on your specific policy and on the damage being from a covered storm rather than age or wear. We document the damage and meet your adjuster on-site so the full storm-related scope is captured.
How long do I have to file a storm-damage claim?
Filing deadlines are set by your policy and are commonly around one to two years from the date of loss, but they vary. Sooner is always better, because evidence fades and untreated damage gets worse. If you are not sure of your deadline, we will help you read your policy and act before it passes.
What does a storm-damage inspection cost?
Nothing. Our storm-damage inspections are free and carry no obligation. You get a clear report and photos whether or not you file a claim or hire us.
Why not just use the crews going door to door after a storm?
After a big Iowa storm, out-of-state crews flood the metro, sign up as many roofs as they can, and leave town before any warranty is tested. We have been local since 2001 and GAF Certified Plus, so we are still here when you need a callback or a warranty honored.
Let's Get Your Roof - And Your Peace Of Mind - Back.
Free inspection, honest answers, and a local team that has done this since 2001. We will take it from here.
call(515) 202-2173