What To Do In The First 48 Hours After A Hail Storm

Start with safety. Stay off the roof and photograph what you can see from the ground — dented gutters, damaged screens, bruised siding, and any debris.

Next, get a professional inspection before you call your carrier. Knowing whether real damage exists protects you from filing a claim that gets denied.

Finally, document the storm date. Carriers verify hail events against weather data, and an accurate date strengthens your claim.