Hail Damage Repair for Webster Roofs
Webster does not see hail every year, but when it comes it can be large. Here is how to check your roof and handle repairs and claims.
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The hail record around Webster
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 31 hail reports within 10 miles of Webster from 2015 through 2024.
8 of those reports were 1.75 inches or larger, about golf ball size.
Large hail showed up in 2019 and 2024.
The biggest stone measured 2.75 inches, reported on May 31, 2024. That is about the size of a baseball.
Webster sits in Harris County, part of the Houston metro area (U.S. Census Bureau).
Why a 2024 storm still matters today
Hail damage does not always leak right away. A hit can fracture the shingle mat and knock off granules while the surface still sheds water. Over the next summers, sun and rain work on that weak spot until a leak appears. Read why roof damage may not cause an immediate leak.
Half of Webster's homes were built before 1991 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024). Older shingles are more brittle, so the same hail can do more harm on them than on a newer roof.
A 10-mile radius also covers a lot of ground. A report nearby does not prove that your street was hit, and a quiet map does not prove it was spared. Only a look at your own roof settles it.
What to look for from the ground
Dented metal
Dings on gutters, downspouts, vents and the AC unit show hail was big enough to leave marks.
Granules at downspouts
Piles of sand-like grit after a storm mean shingles lost their protective layer.
Dark spots on shingles
Random dark marks can be bruises. Learn how to identify hail damage on asphalt shingles.
Damaged screens and siding
Torn window screens and chipped paint help confirm the storm reached your property.
Cracked skylights
Hail can crack skylight lenses and the plastic domes on some vents, letting water in quickly.
What to do after hail
Take photos first
Shoot the roof from the ground, gutters, cars and hail on the lawn with dates. Use our list of photos to take after roof storm damage.
Cover any opening
If water is getting in, a temporary cover limits the damage. Call for emergency roof repair.
Get the roof inspected
GemSco inspects, documents the damage with photos and gives you a written estimate.
Talk to your insurer
Coverage depends on your policy and your insurance company. Our roof insurance claims page explains deductibles and terms.
Repairing the right way
Some hail damage is a repair: a few cracked shingles, a dented vent, a bent drip edge. Wider damage on an older roof may call for replacement, and impact-rated shingles tested to UL 2218 Class 4 are worth asking about. Be careful with anyone knocking on doors after a storm; read before signing a roofing contract after a storm.
See our hail damage roof repair service and the Webster roofing page.
Keep copies of every photo, estimate and letter in one folder. If a claim is underpaid, our guide on what to do when your roof insurance claim is underpaid explains the next steps. Repairs are easier to plan when all the paperwork tells the same story.
Frequently Asked Questions
My roof did not leak after the May 2024 storm. Should I still check it?
Yes. Hail of 2.75 inches was reported within 10 miles of Webster on May 31, 2024. Bruised or cracked shingles can hold for a while and then fail. An inspection with photos tells you whether there is damage while the storm date is still easy to connect to it.
Will my insurance pay for hail damage?
That depends on your policy, your deductible and your insurance company. Some policies pay actual cash value and others replacement cost. What GemSco provides is an inspection, photo documentation and a written estimate, which give you clear information when you deal with your insurer.
Do gutters get damaged by hail too?
Often. Aluminum and steel gutters dent easily, and dents can trap water and loosen seams. Dented gutters are also useful evidence of hail size. If they no longer drain well, see our gutter installation page for Webster.
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