Manvel Hail Damage: What to Look For and What to Do
Manvel does not see hail every spring, but it has seen large hail. Knowing what to check saves time and stress after a storm.
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The Manvel hail record at a glance
Reports
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 15 hail reports within 10 miles of Manvel from 2015 through 2024.
Large hail
2 of those reports were 1.75 inches or larger, roughly golf ball size.
Years
Large hail showed up in 2015 and 2017.
Largest
The biggest stone was 1.75 inches, reported on May 26, 2015.
What that means for a Manvel roof
The record shows hail is a real but occasional threat here. That is exactly why damage can go unnoticed: storms are far enough apart that owners forget to check, and many roofs in Manvel are young enough that people assume they are fine. Half of the homes in Manvel were built before 2012 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024), so a lot of roofs were already on the house when the larger stones of 2015 and 2017 fell nearby.
A young roof is not immune. Golf-ball hail can crack the mat of a new shingle as well as an old one. The difference is that on a newer roof, a repair or a targeted replacement often makes more sense than tearing everything off.
Wind often rides along with hail. A storm that drops stones can also bring gusts that lift shingle edges and ridge caps. Those two kinds of damage look different and are documented separately, which matters if you file a claim. Our guide on wind damage vs. hail damage shows how to tell them apart, and keeping both in mind during an inspection gives a more complete picture of what the storm did.
Signs of hail damage
Dark, round marks on shingles where granules were knocked off.
Soft spots that feel spongy when pressed.
Dents on vents, ridge caps, gutters and the AC unit.
Fresh granules collected at the downspouts.
Cracked skylight lenses or chipped paint on trim.
For a deeper guide, see how to identify hail damage on asphalt shingles.
Step by step after hail
Note the date
Write down when the storm hit and save any weather alerts.
Take photos
Roof from the ground, gutters, vents, cars, fences. Our list of photos to take after roof storm damage helps.
Get it inspected
GemSco inspects the roof, documents damage with photos and provides a written estimate.
Insurance and TWIA in Brazoria County
All of Brazoria County is inside the TWIA catastrophe area. If your wind and hail coverage is through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, repairs generally need to be inspected and certified under the Texas Department of Insurance windstorm program, which issues a WPI-8 certificate. If your coverage is through a regular homeowners policy, the claim follows that insurer's process.
Either way, the outcome depends on your policy and your insurer. Read what to do after a hailstorm damages your roof and our roof insurance claims page. For repair options, see the hail damage roof repair service, and if you are replacing, ask about Class 4 shingles tested to UL 2218.
Frequently Asked Questions
My roof is less than ten years old. Can hail still damage it?
Yes. Shingle age affects how brittle the material is, but large hail can crack the mat of a newer shingle too. The good news is that on a younger roof, damage is often limited enough for a targeted repair. An inspection with photos tells you which case you are in.
How soon should I report hail damage?
Check your policy for deadlines and talk to your agent. In general, reporting while the storm date is recent makes the damage easier to connect to that event. Dated photos taken right after the storm are some of the most useful evidence you can have.
What if the insurance estimate seems too low?
Ask for a written explanation and compare it to a contractor's written estimate. Missing items like vents, flashing or decking are common reasons for gaps. Our guide on what to do when your roof insurance claim is underpaid explains the next steps.
Do I need a WPI-8 after hail repairs in Manvel?
If your wind and hail coverage is through TWIA, roof repairs generally need inspection and certification through the windstorm program. Brazoria County is fully inside the catastrophe area. Confirm with your agent before work begins, since certifying work after it is finished is much harder.
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