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Roofing & Storm Damage

What Hail Damage Does to a Shingle Roof (and Why You Can't See It)

Hail rarely rips shingles off. It bruises the mat, strips the granules, and turns cosmetic dings into leaks a year later — here's what to look for after a storm.

July 14, 2026 · 6 min read Read the post →