Storm and Hail Damage Roof Repair in Cleburne
Cleburne gets large hail in most years. If a storm just passed, here is how to check the roof, protect yourself and get the damage fixed properly.
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Hail around Cleburne, by the numbers
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 53 hail reports within 10 miles of Cleburne from 2015 through 2024. Thirteen of them were 1.75 inches or larger. The largest stone measured 3 inches, on May 3, 2021.
Large hail showed up in 7 of those 10 years, more often than not. Johnson County homeowners should treat a roof check after a big storm as routine, not as a sign that something is wrong.
Age raises the stakes. Half of Cleburne homes were built before 1983 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). Older shingles are more brittle and crack more easily under impact.
That combination is why we see so much storm work in older parts of town. A roof that would have shrugged off a hailstorm when it was new can lose many shingles to the same storm twenty years later.
Check these after a storm
Dents on gutters, downspouts, vents and the air conditioner fins.
Granules piled at the end of downspouts.
Dark round spots or cracks on shingles you can see from the ground.
Torn screens or chipped paint on the side facing the storm.
New stains on ceilings or wet insulation in the attic.
Hail, wind or wear?
Hail
Random round hits, bruises or cracks, and dents on soft metal nearby.
Wind
Lifted, creased or missing shingles, often along edges and ridges. See wind damage vs. hail damage.
Normal wear
Even granule loss, curling and cracking spread across sun-facing slopes.
Why it matters
Insurers generally treat storm damage and wear differently, so the inspection should separate them clearly.
Act soon, but do not rush to sign
After a big storm, door knockers and flyers show up fast. Take the time to get a real inspection and a written estimate, and check that the contractor is licensed and insured. Our guide on questions to ask before hiring a roofing contractor lists what to verify.
At the same time, do not wait for a leak. Many policies set time limits for reporting a loss, and damage is easier to tie to a storm when it is documented soon after. If water is already coming in, call for emergency roof repair first.
What GemSco does
Inspect
We check every slope, the flashing, vents, gutters and attic.
Document
Photos show the damage and where it is. Our list of photos to take after storm damage helps you add your own.
Estimate
You get a free written estimate describing what needs repair or replacement.
Repair
We fix or replace the damaged roof and parts, from shingles to vents.
Insurance without guesswork
Coverage for hail damage depends on your policy and on the decision your insurance company makes after its own inspection. No contractor can promise approval. Before you file, look at your deductible and whether your policy pays actual cash value or replacement cost. Our guide on actual cash value vs. replacement cost explains the difference.
If a claim is denied or underpaid, you still have options. See what to do if your roof insurance claim is denied. You can also visit our roof insurance claims page or the general hail damage roof repair service.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if hail damaged my roof in Cleburne?
Look for dents on gutters, vents and the AC unit, and granules at the downspouts. Those are signs the hail was big enough to affect shingles. The roof itself is best checked up close, since bruises and cracks are hard to see from the ground. An inspection with photos settles it.
My roof is old. Will the insurer just call it wear?
Insurers decide based on what their own inspection finds and on your policy. Wear and storm damage can exist on the same roof. Clear photos that show hail hits, dented metal and the storm date help separate the two. We cannot promise an outcome, but we document what is there.
Should I sign with the first roofer who knocks after a storm?
Take your time. Ask for a written estimate, proof of licensing and insurance, and a clear scope of work. Compare more than one if you want. Our article on questions to ask before hiring a roofing contractor lists what to check before you sign.
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