How to Spot Wind Damage on Your Home: Signs, Risks, and What to Do

Living in Austin Texas means dealing with the occasional powerful windstorm—often sudden, and sometimes severe. While the damage may not be as visually obvious as hail, high winds can quietly compromise your home’s structure, leading to leaks, insulation problems, or worse.

At AllDone Construction, we’ve seen firsthand how wind damage often goes unnoticed—until it causes expensive repairs or insurance disputes. Here’s how to recognize the signs, assess the risk, and take action the smart way.

What Causes Wind Damage?

Wind damage doesn’t always require tornado-force gusts. In fact, sustained winds of just 40–50 mph can:

• Rip off loose or aging shingles

• Dislodge roof flashing or ridge caps

• Tear off gutters, soffits, and fascia boards

• Push debris or tree limbs into siding and windows

It’s not just the strength of the wind—it’s how it interacts with the edges and seams of your home.

5 Warning Signs of Wind Damage

1. Missing or Lifted Shingles
   Look for uneven rows, lifted corners, or full sections blown away. These gaps expose the roof deck to moisture.

2. Flashing or Ridge Cap Displacement
   If metal components around chimneys or roof edges are bent, detached, or missing, water can seep into your attic.

3. Detached or Bent Gutters
   Wind often pulls gutters away from the fascia, causing improper drainage and potential water intrusion.

4. Cracked or Loose Siding
   Siding may show stress cracks or pull away from its anchor points. This is common near rooflines and corners.

5. Window Frame Damage or Broken Seals
   Wind pressure or flying debris can warp window frames or break thermal seals, leading to drafts or moisture buildup.

The Risk of Ignoring Wind Damage

Even if everything looks fine from the street, small issues can snowball. Wind-damaged roofs often lead to:

• Interior water damage

• Mold growth in attics and insulation

• Long-term structural weakening

• Insurance disputes due to delayed detection

What to Do After a Windstorm

1. Inspect Your Property from the Ground
   Walk around your home and look for missing shingles, bent gutters, or siding damage.

2. Document What You See
   Take photos of anything out of place, including displaced landscaping or broken branches near your home.

3. Call AllDone Construction
   Don’t call insurance first—let us inspect and document the damage first. We’ve helped homeowners across Austin handle thousands of storm damage claims. We know what insurance adjusters look for, and we’ll make sure nothing is overlooked.

We’re Here to Help

Whether you just went through a strong thunderstorm or noticed a few shingles on the ground, it’s always better to check than wait.

Contact AllDone Construction for a professional wind damage inspection. We’ll walk you through what we see, explain what’s urgent, and help you decide on the next best steps—without pressure.