Hail damage roof repair in Longview
Updated 2026-11-02
After a hailstorm, get the roof inspected, photograph everything, and file your claim promptly. In Texas you must pay your own deductible, and any roofing contract of $1,000 or more expected to be paid from an insurance claim must include a deductible notice in bold type (HB 2102).
How can you spot hail damage?
- Dents in gutters, downspouts, vents and AC units
- Dark spots where shingle granules were knocked loose
- Cracked or bruised shingles that feel soft
- Dings on window screens, siding and fences
Which Texas rules apply to your claim?
- Waiving or rebating the deductible without insurer consent is a Class B misdemeanor (§27.02)
- Ask your insurer whether your wind and hail deductible is different from your other deductibles (TDI)
- Roofers can't negotiate the settlement for you (TDI)
- Claim deadlines depend on your policy, so check it and file soon after the storm
How do you avoid storm-chaser scams?
The Texas Attorney General warns about contractors who promise to "get around" deductibles, advises getting multiple estimates, and notes you can cancel a door-to-door contract within three days. Problems can be reported to the AG at 800-621-0508 (Texas AG).