Hail is what ends most roofs in Minneapolis metro before they ever wear out, and the damage rarely shows from the ground.
At a glance
- Hail damage looks like bruises and missing granules, not holes.
- You usually cannot see it from the ground, so a ladder is the only honest check.
- Your policy sets a deadline for reporting a storm, and it is shorter than people think.
- Get the roof looked at before you sign anything with somebody who knocked on your door.
Highly rated roofers across the county
Ranked by rating and review count. Call two or three before you decide.
MNRC
4.9 from 877 reviews
Sela Roofing & Remodeling
4.9 from 701 reviews
Advantage Construction, Inc.
4.8 from 747 reviews
Twin Cities Contracting Services Inc.
5.0 from 508 reviews
Stronghouse
4.7 from 703 reviews
Craftsmen Home Improvements, Inc.
5.0 from 464 reviews
Ashton McGee Restoration Group
4.9 from 518 reviews
NMC Exteriors / Apple Roofing
4.8 from 584 reviews
Keystone Builders & Exteriors
5.0 from 409 reviews
Common questions
How big does hail have to be to damage a roof
Stones around one inch across can mark an asphalt roof, and older or brittle shingles bruise at less than that.
Should I file a claim for hail damage
Get it inspected first. A roofer can tell you whether the damage is likely to meet your deductible before you put a claim on your record.
Does hail damage always mean a full replacement
No. Scattered hits on one slope can be repaired. Whether an insurer pays for one slope or the whole roof depends on the policy and on matching.