Hail-damaged roof in Cherry Valley, IL? Martin Exteriors Roofing & Siding handles the inspection and the repair from our Rockford office at 6019 Fincham Dr Ste 4, a short drive from the village. It costs nothing to have us look, every hit gets photographed, and a written plan comes before any work. Call (815) 209-9054. Someone picks up 24/7.
What Hail Does to Cherry Valley’s 1990s and 2000s Roofs
Cherry Valley is a young village by Stateline standards. The median Cherry Valley home dates to 1997, according to Census estimates, and roughly 68% of homes went up between 1990 and 2009. A lot of those houses are still on their first or second roof, and many original shingles are now old enough that hail finds them easier to hurt.
As shingles age, the asphalt dries out and the granules loosen. A hailstone that would leave a light mark on a new roof can knock a clean bald spot into an older one, or crack a tab that has lost its flex. The seal strips that hold each course down also weaken with age, so the same storm’s wind can lift tabs that hail has already loosened.
Hail Bruise or Just an Aging Roof?
On roofs this age, the first question is often whether the damage came from the storm or from time. Here is how we tell them apart:
- Hail hits are random. Marks are scattered across a slope, often heavier on the side the storm came from.
- Each hit has a center. Granules are pushed out of a roughly round spot, sometimes with a soft or cracked mat underneath.
- Aging is even. Granule loss from age spreads across the whole roof, with curling or cracking along shingle edges.
- Soft metal backs up the story. Fresh dents in vents, the chimney cap or the AC unit point to hail, not age.
We photograph both kinds of wear so you can see which is which. Schedule a roof inspection or fill out the free inspection form. For leaks that are not storm related, see roof repair in Cherry Valley.
Townhomes, Duplexes and Association Roofs
About 38% of Cherry Valley homes are not detached houses. Townhomes, duplexes and condo buildings make up a big part of the village, and one storm can touch several owners under one roofline. We document hail damage building by building and slope by slope, and we put the findings in writing so every owner and the association are looking at the same photos.
Two-Story Siding Facing the Storm
Two-story homes and bonus rooms over garages are common here, which means a lot of siding facing whatever direction the storm came from. Vinyl can crack or punch through on that side, and fiber cement can chip. Damaged pieces come off and new boards or sections go on in their place. Filler and sealant are never the fix. We also check whether your color and profile are still available.
As a Certified James Hardie Installer, our first recommendation is James Hardie fiber cement, with vinyl as the other option. Details are on our Cherry Valley siding page.
The Older Blocks Near the Village Center
About 8% of Cherry Valley homes date to before 1940, many on the blocks around the small brick buildings at the center of the village. Those houses tend to have steeper roofs, chimneys and porch roofs tied into the main roof. After hail we spend extra time at the chimney, the porch joint and any valleys, and we check whether more than one layer of shingles is hiding damage underneath.
After You Call Our Rockford Office
- Call (815) 209-9054. Someone answers 24/7. Stay off the roof and keep pets and kids away from fallen limbs.
- Free inspection. We check the roof, the attic if it is accessible, the soft metal and the siding.
- A photo report and a written recommendation. You see every hit and get a clear call on repair or replacement.
- Tarping within 24 hours if water is coming in. That keeps rain out while the full repair gets on the calendar.
When a New Roof Makes More Sense
If the shingles were already worn across whole slopes before the storm, patching hail hits may only buy a season. A new roof is the better use of your money at that point, and we will show you why with photos. We lead with GAF shingles. Owners who want more hail protection can choose a Class 4 impact-resistant shingle, which carries the top impact rating. Every eave gets ice and water shield, and most roofs are done in a day. See roof replacement.
Why Cherry Valley Homeowners Call Martin
Martin Exteriors holds GAF Master Elite status, which GAF gives to fewer than 2% of roofing contractors. That status lets us offer a 50-year GAF warranty with up to 30 years on workmanship on qualifying roofs (GAF eligibility rules apply). Separately, GAF has given us 2-Star President’s Club recognition. Inc. named us to the Inc. 5000 four times (2021 to 2024), and we have been voted What Rocks Rockford Best Roofer, 6 years running (2020 to 2025). We have served the Rockford area since 2006, and financing runs as low as $149/month for qualified buyers.
More for Cherry Valley
Our Cherry Valley roofing page covers everything we do in the village. For a leak that has nothing to do with hail, start with Cherry Valley roof repair. For the walls, see siding in Cherry Valley. Sitewide, we have pages on hail damage repair, wind damage repair and storm damage repair. Next door, see hail damage roof repair in Belvidere, or our Rockford and Loves Park pages. Request a free inspection online or call (815) 209-9054.
Cherry Valley Hail Damage FAQ
How can I tell hail damage from normal aging on my Cherry Valley roof?
Hail leaves scattered, roughly round hits, often heavier on the storm side, and dents nearby soft metal. Aging wears the whole roof evenly, with curling or cracked edges. We photograph both so you can see the difference.
Can you document hail damage for our Cherry Valley townhome association?
Yes. We inspect each building and slope, photograph the hits and put the findings in writing so every owner and the board see the same facts.
Do you charge to inspect hail damage in Cherry Valley?
No. Roof inspections are free for everyone. We photograph every hit and give you a written recommendation to repair or replace.
Can a few hail-cracked siding panels in Cherry Valley be patched?
No. Patching, filling or sealing leaves a broken panel on the wall. We swap out the damaged boards or sections and check whether your color and profile are still available. Call (815) 209-9054 to set up a free look.
Are Class 4 shingles worth it for a Cherry Valley roof replacement?
If hail has hit your roof before, they are worth a look. A Class 4 shingle carries the top impact rating, so it stands up to hail better than a standard asphalt shingle. We bring GAF samples and walk through the tradeoffs at the free inspection.
