Hail damage rarely looks dramatic from the street, and it may not leak for months. The good news is you can find plenty of clues without ever climbing a ladder.
Walk around your property
- Gutters and downspouts: look for small round dents.
- Downspout outlets: piles of black granules are a sign shingles have been hit.
- AC units: dented fins are one of the easiest clues to spot.
- Window screens and wood fences: look for tears, spatter marks or fresh chips.
- Siding: check the side of the house that faced the storm for cracks and chips.
What hail does to shingles
A hail strike can knock off the protective granules and bruise the mat underneath. These soft spots may look dark, and they age faster than the rest of the roof. You can only confirm this up close, which is why a roof inspection matters.
Why you should not wait
Insurance policies set deadlines for reporting storm damage, and damage is easier to document when it is fresh. Waiting can make your claim harder. Check your policy and book an inspection soon after any serious storm.
We offer free roof inspections across the Austin metro, with a photo report you can keep. If we find nothing, we will tell you so.
