Hail Damage Roof Repair Austin TX
Hail damage is the #1 cause of insurance roof claims in Texas. Most of it is invisible from the ground — and most adjusters undervalue it. We find what they miss.
What Hail Actually Does to Your Roof
Hailstones knock granules off shingles, bruise the mat underneath, and crack the sealant that waterproofs every tab. From the street, your roof looks fine. From up close, it’s failing. Granule loss accelerates aging by 5–10 years. Bruised shingles split at the next freeze cycle. This is why a professional inspection matters — and why adjusters often miss it.
- Granule loss — the most common and most undervalued damage
- Mat bruising — invisible from the ground, shows as soft spots
- Sealant fractures — creates wind uplift vulnerability
- Metal components (gutters, vents, flashing) — dented and documented
- Ridge cap and hip damage — often completely missed by adjusters
What Different Hail Sizes Mean for Your Roof
½” — Pea Size
Minimal shingle damage but significant granule loss possible on older roofs. Metal components may show denting. Worth documenting if your roof is 10+ years old.
¾” — Marble Size
Moderate granule loss and potential mat bruising. Most adjusters look for this threshold to approve claims. We document every impact point.
1″ — Quarter Size
Definite shingle damage across the entire roof surface. Most insurance carriers approve full replacement at this size. Gutters and metal components heavily affected.
1.5″ — Golf Ball
Severe shingle damage including cracking and splitting. Decking often affected. Metal components crushed. Full replacement and structure assessment required.
2″+ — Egg to Baseball
Catastrophic damage. Shingles shattered, decking penetrated, possible structural damage. Emergency tarping and immediate replacement required.
All Sizes Matter
Even small hail can qualify for a claim on older roofs with existing granule loss. We assess based on your specific roof age, condition, and the storm event.
Common Questions
- How do I know if my roof has hail damage?In most cases, you can’t tell from the ground. Signs include granule-filled gutters after a storm, cracked or bruised shingles visible with binoculars, or dented metal vents and gutters. The only reliable way to know is a professional inspection — which we provide free.
- My neighbor got a new roof — does that mean I qualify too?Not automatically, but it’s a strong indicator. Hail is geographically consistent. If your neighbor filed a successful claim, your property almost certainly has similar damage. Let us inspect.
- The adjuster already came and said I didn’t have damage. Can I challenge that?Yes. Adjuster decisions are not final. We provide a re-inspection with our own documentation and can file a supplemental claim or request a re-inspection. We do this regularly.
- How long do I have to file a hail claim in Texas?One year from the date of the storm event. This is the Texas Insurance Code deadline. After this, carriers can deny your claim regardless of damage. Don’t wait.
- What if I can’t find the exact date of the storm?We can look up historical hail storm data for your zip code. We have access to storm verification services that can confirm hail date and size for your specific address.
What Austin Homeowners Are Saying
After the April hailstorm I had no idea where to start. Texas Roof Damage came out the next day, handled my entire State Farm claim, and I got a brand new roof for just my deductible. Incredible service.
My adjuster missed half the damage. These guys brought their own documentation and got the full replacement approved on appeal. Crew was clean, fast, and professional from start to finish.
Called three roofers after the storm. Texas Roof Damage was the only one who got on my roof and showed me the damage on video before I committed to anything. Transparent and professional.
Get Your Free Hail Damage Inspection
Free, no-obligation inspection. We find what adjusters miss and document everything needed for a successful claim.
- Free inspection — same-day or next-day
- Full photo and video damage documentation
- We fight adjuster underpayment
- Texas 1-year deadline — don’t wait
- $0 out-of-pocket for most homeowners