Volunteer fire departments and rescue squad members are working to clear the roadways and help residents watkins said.
Roof damage from nearby fire.
Tarping the roof will prevent secondary damage while the roof is inspected and repaired.
Roof leak repairs should be your top priority because believe it or not water damage is a potential fire hazard.
Initial roof assessment should be completed from the ground as damage is not always visible.
He said midsouth credit bureau near premier nissan was damaged with half of the roof blown off two doors blown out and furniture from inside the business blown outside.
It can also lead to wire shorting issues.
The intense heat from a house fire or a nearby fire can cause heat damage to asphalt shingles that is noticeable in the following ways.
Vacate the premises in the event of major roof damage.
If you suspect damage to your shingles or structure contact a professional immediately.
In one case where it was obvious there was no heat damage the method of visual examination did not convince the owner.
Even wires protected by junction boxes and insulation materials are not completely safe.
Professional inspection for heat damage.
If your home was exposed to wildfire smoke and ash you want to make sure it and its contents get properly inspected tested cleaned treated and restored to pre exposure condition.
Our partners at gaf the premium shingle manufacturer used by feazel in our asphalt roofing projects recommend a close inspection of asphalt shingles if there has been a fire nearby.
Distortion in the top coating of the shingle.
Blistering due to heat or burning embers.
Damage from exposure to excessive heat to shingles can usually be determined by a visual examination of the shingles and their comparison with shingles clearly not exposed to excessive heat from the fire.
Some damage may be clearly visible some damage may require an expert s eye and or destructive testing to check hidden areas.
Extreme heat can damage roofs and roof underlayments siding stucco windows doors decking wiring gutters landscaping lighting hvac systems insulation sheathing and concrete.