Resource - Should I file an insurance claim for hail damage to my roof?

To file, or not to file–that is the question. If your property has recently been the subject of a hail event, you may be wondering if it makes sense to file an insurance claim for your roof. It can be hard to know what kind or how much damage is “enough” damage to warrant a payment from your insurance company.

Roof damage caused by sudden and unexpected events that cannot be controlled or prevented are considered “Acts of God”, and are the very reason homeowner’s insurance exists. Hail damage falls under this description.

How much hail damage does it take to replace a roof?

Only a few minutes of intense hail activity with stones ½ inch or bigger can shave years of the life of your roof. If you’ve experienced a hail event and have not had your roof inspected for hail damage, now is the time to schedule an inspection.

Unsure of your storm history? Hailscale can help, delivering you a weather history and risk rating in seconds.

What is the cost for a roof inspection?

After a storm, many homeowners may be hesitant to schedule an inspection of their roof due to fears surrounding cost or inconvenience. Hailscale removes those barriers by offering no-cost, no-obligation roof inspections. Schedule a FREE, comprehensive roof inspection with Hailscale and find out if you should file a claim.

Schedule a Free Roof Inspection in Minnesota with Hailscale

Finding an inspector you can trust is top priority. Hailscale inspectors are local, licensed General Contractors in the industry who have been inspecting and restoring homes in Minnesota and the Twin Cities area for over a decade.

Inspections through Hailscale are free, and take as little as 20 minutes to complete. And we check more than just your shingles! Hailscale inspections assess your home’s roof, windows, and siding to ensure no damage goes undetected.

Scheduling your inspection is simple. After receiving your Hailscale rating, simply pick the exact time and date you’d like your inspection performed, and we’ll take it from there. If hail damage is found, our experts can assist you in filing an insurance claim, working directly with your insurance company adjuster to verify and review the documented damage.

When it comes to hail damage, don’t let out of sight mean out of mind. Hailscale inspectors can see what you can’t. Schedule a free, professional roof inspection today.