Roofing
Shingles, flashing, and penetrations on the slopes that took the hit.
Storm damage · Documentation / Arkansas
Storm damage? Start with a clear inspection.
After hail or wind, the first question is rarely what it will cost. It is what is actually damaged — and what is worth documenting before anyone starts cleaning up.
Let’s discuss your propertyA thoughtful starting point
Bring the picture
into focus.
Siding and exterior walls
Impact damage, displaced panels, and failed seams or trim.
Gutters and accessories
Hangers, fascia, downspouts, and drainage that bent or pulled away.
Documentation
Dated photographs, written notes, and an itemized list of observed conditions.
Observe / Document / Coordinate
Make the next step
easier to understand.
Keep visible conditions, photographs, and construction questions in one clear conversation. Discuss the scope and understand what needs further investigation.
Request a property reviewAS / PROPERTY REVIEWFIELD NOTES
A clear construction picture.
- 01 The visible condition
- 02 Supporting photographs
- 03 Questions for the next inspection
- 04 The proposed construction scope
Good documentation.
A more informed conversation.
01 / Hail and wind damage
What hail and wind leave behind
Some damage is obvious: broken tiles, missing shingles, a bent gutter pulled off the fascia. Other damage is subtle — soft spots, displaced sealant, lifted shingles that still look seated, or panel edges that no longer sit flush.
Because both readings matter, documentation is the first task rather than a preliminary step. What can be photographed and described tends to stay understandable; what is cleaned up before it is recorded tends to become a disagreement.
- Missing, cracked, or uplifted shingles, especially on windward slopes
- Dented or displaced siding panels and disturbed seams
- Gutters, hangers, or downspouts pulled away from the fascia
- Soft decking, moisture staining, or unexplained ceiling discoloration
- Damaged vents, flashing, or sealant around penetrations
02 / Documentation
What documentation actually helps
Useful documentation is dated, specific, and taken before the property is altered. Photographs of each affected area, notes describing what was observed, and an itemized list of proposed repair items give everyone reviewing the project the same starting point.
When a repair item is not visible from the ground, saying so plainly is more useful than guessing at it. Items that need further documentation are identified as such.
03 / Insurance-related construction
Insurance-related construction projects
We work on the construction and coordination side of a storm project: documenting visible property conditions, describing construction scopes, coordinating inspections, identifying repair items that may require additional documentation, and gathering project documentation.
- Documenting visible property conditions with dated photographs
- Reviewing and describing proposed construction scopes
- Coordinating inspections, contractors, and construction communication
- Identifying repair items that may need additional documentation
Alden Stone Group provides construction and project coordination services and does not provide public adjusting or legal services.
The Alden Stone approach
Clarity at every step.
One point of guidance. A considered path from the first inspection through completion.
- 01
Inspect
Take a closer look at the property and the visible conditions.
- 02
Understand
Make sense of the findings, the priorities, and your questions.
- 03
Plan
Define the scope, materials, and practical next steps.
- 04
Coordinate
Bring the right people and details together as work moves forward.
- 05
Complete
Review the work, the details, and the path ahead.
A little more clarity
Good questions.
Clear answers.
What should I photograph after a storm?
Every affected area, from more than one angle, before anything is cleaned up or repaired. Include a wider shot for context and a close shot of the specific condition, and keep the original files.
Does hail damage always mean a new roof?
No. Some hail damage is limited to specific slopes or individual shingles and can be repaired. The answer comes from inspecting what the storm actually did, not from the storm itself.
Can you work alongside my insurance company?
On the construction side, yes. We document conditions, describe the construction scope, and coordinate inspections. We do not negotiate with insurers, determine coverage, or guarantee any outcome.
Should I clean up before the inspection?
Not before the property has been documented. Material can be removed once the affected areas have been photographed and recorded, which keeps the assessment clear.
For Arkansas property owners / A sourced starting point
Understand the process.
Ask a clearer question.
Explore claim steps, estimate terminology and Arkansas consumer-handling standards. Construction documentation and insurance coverage are different conversations.
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A better project
starts with a conversation.
Tell us about your property. We’ll follow up to understand what you need and discuss a time to take a closer look.
Request a consultationA request starts the conversation. Your appointment is confirmed separately.
A practical take-away
Keep a useful storm record
A safety-first, printable checklist for observations, photographs and the next questions.
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