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CIAK Said: The gravel as I understand it is to keep the UV from deteriorating the membrane & asphalt. Asphalt will deteriorate in the open sun. I never consider gravel keeping water off the membrane or asphalt. Odd question. Im curious why it was asked.

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Adjuster is disputing damage to roof. They hired engineering firm who confirmed dislodged gravel and 2" hail. Adjuster seems to be arguing even with engineer they hired.

Xactimate says $285 for sweep back & reflood. Customer will apply $285 toward our roof system.

Our point is that when gravel is applied, some of it sinks to bottom of hot bitumen, and ths some is in contact with membrane. Thus, chipping it loose with hail leaves risk of moisture entry on membranes through areas where gravel was dislodged.

I have never had an adjuster deny sweep & flood when his own engineer confirms 2" hard hail.

The gravel as I understand it is to keep the UV from deteriorating the membrane & asphalt. Asphalt will deteriorate in the open sun. I never consider gravel keeping water off the membrane or asphalt. Odd question. I'm curious why it was asked.

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