What to Do Immediately After a Hail Storm Hits Your Roof

Caleb Cook
Jun 27
2 min read

When a hail storm hits, the steps you take in the first day or two can protect both your home and your insurance claim. Here is what to do right after the storm passes.

Stay safe and stay off the roof

Do not climb on your roof to look for damage. Wet, hail-struck roofs are slick and dangerous, and walking on damaged shingles can make things worse. Everything you need to check first can be done from the ground or from inside.

Document what you can see from the ground

Walk your property and photograph anything that looks off: dented gutters, downspouts, and metal vents, dings on the AC unit, shredded plants, and piles of shingle granules washed out by the rain. These ground-level clues often signal hail damage on the roof itself. For a full guide to what to look for, read what hail damage actually looks like.

Check inside for leaks

Look at your ceilings and walls for new water stains, and check the attic for damp insulation or daylight. Catching a leak early prevents the mold and structural damage that turn a small repair into a big one.

Schedule a professional inspection and do not wait to file

Most hail damage is invisible from the ground, so the next step is a professional inspection. Insurance claims also have deadlines, so the sooner you document the damage the better. We climb the roof, mark every impact, and give you a written report. Learn how our storm damage process works.