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What to Do After a Hail Storm Hits Your Roof

After hail or a strong wind storm, it is hard to know whether your roof was damaged. This checklist helps you take the right steps in the right order.

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1. Stay safe

Do not climb on the roof. Keep away from downed power lines and damaged trees.

2. Look from the ground

Check for missing shingles, dented gutters and vents, and hail marks on cars, fences and outdoor furniture — they are clues the roof was hit too.

Hail damage on asphalt shingles: round dark spots where the granules were knocked off (coin for scale).
Hail damage on asphalt shingles: round dark spots where the granules were knocked off (coin for scale).
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3. Take photos and notes

Write down the date and time of the storm and photograph any damage you can see safely.

4. Check inside

Look at ceilings and in the attic for new stains or drips.

5. Contact your insurance company

Ask how they want you to report the damage and whether they want an adjuster to inspect first.

6. Get a professional inspection

A roofer can check the roof up close and document damage. See storm and hail damage repair.

7. Be careful who you hire

Take your time choosing a roofer. See how to choose a roofer.

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