The Savvy Adjuster Podcast

Diagnosing Wind Damage to Asphalt Shingle Roofs

Episode Summary

Returning guest and Alpine Intel Technical Education Trainer Kevin Huelsman, and Donan licensed Forensic Engineer Josh Hegenderfer join Senior Account Manager Chris Nichols to talk about how wind can damage asphalt shingle roofs and other perils that might be mistaken for wind. They share their respective insights as a former adjuster and an onsite inspector, so listeners can know when an objective expert assessment is beneficial and what to look for from the engineer’s investigation and report.

Episode Notes

Returning guest and Alpine Intel Technical Education Trainer Kevin Huelsman, and Donan licensed Forensic Engineer Josh Hegenderfer join Senior Account Manager Chris Nichols to talk about how wind can damage asphalt shingle roofs and other perils that might be mistaken for wind. They share their respective insights as a former adjuster and an onsite inspector, so listeners can know when an objective expert assessment is beneficial and what to look for from the engineer’s investigation and report. 

Discussed in This Episode

• Claim details that may point to the need for an objective assessment
• What engineers consider before their onsite roof inspection of reported wind damage
• How collateral indicators help experts draw their conclusions
• How shingle design, installation, and condition impact wind resistance
• Onsite evidence of wind damage vs. other causes of loss

Additional Resources

• Alpine Intel Resource Page: https://bit.ly/41mn3tq
• Donan Engineering: https://bit.ly/43qIw7f

Additional Wind-Damaged Roofing Resources:

• Article: Wind and Other Damage to Shingle Roofs: https://bit.ly/3FaKwqk
• Interactive Guide: Adjuster’s Guide to Residential Roof Types: https://bit.ly/3Dhy6fH
• Webinar Recording: Wind Damage to Asphalt Shingles Webinar Recording: https://bit.ly/4bxWOow