Homeowner Tool
17-Point Storm Damage Checklist
Walk your property from the ground. Check each item. If you see two or more, schedule a professional inspection — most insurance claim windows close within a year.
Exterior · 17 Checks
Ground-level only- 1Missing, lifted, or creased shingles
- 2Granule loss at gutter outlets
- 3Dented gutters, downspouts, or fascia
- 4Cracked, holed, or wind-lifted siding
- 5Damaged ridge caps, valleys, or flashing
- 6Pipe-boot or chimney flashing issues
- 7Interior ceiling stains or active leaks
- 8Wet insulation or attic water staining
- 9Soft-metal dents (AC fins, vents, mailbox)
- 10Broken or cracked window seals
- 11Damaged screens or window frames
- 12Garage door panel dents or misalignment
- 13Deck or fence wind damage
- 14Tree limbs on roof or in gutters
- 15Skylight cracks or seal failure
- 16Soffit, fascia, or trim separation
- 17Detached or loose gutter sections
Do not climb on your roof. ZEUS / East-West inspectors carry insurance and certifications to safely access steep, wet, or high-rise roofs.
