First, it’s important that you remember that a lot of storm  damage to your roof isn’t always visible. While large hail, trees, or fallen limbs can cause visible damage to your roof, there are usually other types of damage that are easy to overlook. The most obvious damage is to your the integrity of your shingles which can compromise the integrity and longevity of your roof. If hail comes with high winds or lasts longer than a few minutes, even small-sized hail can create severe damage to your roof shingles and degrade protective granules. Losing shingle granules will significantly reduce the lifespan of your roof and can expose the glass based center of the shingles to UV rays from the sun. Deterioration of your roof shingles can occur in a short period of time. So,  it’s always a good idea to have your roof inspected by an experienced roofing contractor after bad weather or a severe storm.