If you search "how long does a roof last," you'll get the same answer everywhere: 20 to 30 years for asphalt shingles. That number isn't wrong. It's just not the full picture for anyone living in Medina, Summit, Cuyahoga, or Lorain County. Northeast Ohio is one of the hardest roofing climates in the country.

Most Ohio homeowners let the adjuster visit alone. That's where claims get undervalued. Here's the sequence that actually works for roof insurance claims in Northeast Ohio.

Hail gets all the attention, but wind damage is just as common and a lot harder to spot. Here's what to look for on your roof after any Northeast Ohio storm.

Golf ball-sized hail hit Medina, Summit, Cuyahoga, and Lorain counties on April 15. If you haven't had your roof inspected yet, here's what to do before your claim window closes.