As a homeowner in Chicago, you know that the weather can be unpredictable and harsh. Storms can cause significant damage to your roof, leaving you with a number of questions and concerns. At Allied Emergency Services, we understand the importance of protecting your home and your family, which is why we have put together a…
Billion dollar cold wave disaster According to NOAA a historic cold wave and winter storm impacted many northwest, central and eastern states. Temperature departures exceeding 40.0 degrees F (22.2 degrees C) below normal occurred from Nebraska southward to Texas. The cold arctic air caused widespread power outages in Texas, as well as other southern states,…
On August 10–11, 2020, a severe derecho swept across the Midwest CPI-Adjusted Estimated Loss in U.S. Dollars Damage was severe across much of the affected area, as wind speeds of 80 miles per hour were common. The greatest damage occurred in eastern Iowa, and northern Illinois, where multiple tornadoes touched down. According to the National…
Severe Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Severe thunderstorms produced severe wind gusts, some significant. There were pockets of extensive wind damage, and two EF-0 tornadoes occurred in DeKalb and Kane counties. Hail larger than quarter size (1″ in diameter) was observed in portions of Winnebago County. If you live in an area between Chicago, IL and…
Is Hail Damage Immediately Noticeable? Definitely not always… hail impact may cause a gradual loss of granules that can, over time, result in premature aging of the roof shingles. Without visual damage, there is no real way to be sure how much hail damage shingles have encountered. Outward damage may not be apparent until months…
