Storm Damage? Your Roof Needs More Than a Quick Fix.

From the ground, look for missing or lifted shingles, dented gutters and downspouts, and shingle granules washing out of your downspouts after rain — a telltale sign of hail impact on asphalt shingles. However, the most consequential damage — cracked decking, torn underlayment, and small hail strikes that compromise a shingle’s weather seal — isn’t visible without a hands-on inspection. If your area experienced hail larger than 1 inch or wind gusts over 60 mph, schedule a professional inspection even if everything looks fine from the street.

Most standard homeowner’s insurance policies cover storm damage caused by wind, hail, and lightning. What you’ll actually receive depends on your deductible, your roof’s age and condition, and your insurer’s internal guidelines. Holthaus Roofing has worked with every major insurance carrier operating in Central Illinois. We document damage thoroughly, meet adjusters on-site when needed, and help homeowners in Canton, Peoria, Lewistown, and surrounding communities get fair settlements — without pressuring you toward unnecessary work.

Most Illinois homeowner’s insurance policies require you to file within one year of the damage event, though some carriers have shorter windows — and the clock starts on the date of the storm, not the date you discovered the damage. Delayed repairs can also create secondary damage (water intrusion, mold) that your insurer may argue isn’t covered. Our advice: call us soon after any significant storm so we can document conditions while they’re fresh and help you understand your filing timeline.

Storm chasers are out-of-state contractors who follow major weather events. They move fast, offer aggressive pricing, and are often gone within weeks — long before any warranty issues surface. Local contractors like Holthaus Roofing have been in Canton since 1990. Nick Holthaus answers his own phone. Our Illinois contractor license is #104.007039. We’ll be here next year and the year after that. That accountability matters when a repair fails two winters from now.

Most residential storm damage repairs are completed in one to three days once materials are in hand and insurance is approved. Full replacements typically require one to two days of active work on your home. The overall timeline — from inspection to final repair — depends on the extent of damage, material lead times, and how quickly your insurance adjuster responds. We’ll give you a realistic schedule at inspection and keep you updated at every step.

Yes. Holthaus Roofing provides free storm damage inspections for homeowners throughout Central Illinois — Canton, Lewistown, Farmington, Havana, Macomb, Peoria, and surrounding areas. Our inspection covers shingles, flashing, gutters, fascia, and decking, with photo documentation you can use to support your insurance claim. Call 309-647-9209 or 888-692-6915 to schedule. We typically get out within 24–48 hours of a significant storm event.