A summer thunderstorm rolled in off the ocean, and for a few minutes it sounded like gravel hitting the house. Now the storm’s gone and the roof looks about the same from the yard, but you can’t shake the feeling something’s wrong. If you’re looking for hail damage roof repair in Daytona Beach, the first thing you need is a clear look at what actually happened up there.
Hail damage is hard to judge from the ground, and that’s what makes it stressful. A neighbor says their roof is “totaled,” someone knocks on your door with a contract, and you have no idea whose story to believe. You deserve evidence, not a sales pitch.
APC Roofing is GAF Certified, licensed in Florida (CCC1337030) and insured. We inspect storm damage for free and show you photos of everything we find. Call 386-259-8425.
Yes, it hails in Daytona Beach
Most people think of hail as a Midwest problem, but Florida’s summer thunderstorms produce it too. The stones here are usually smaller than the ones that hit the Plains, and they often come with strong straight-line winds. That combination matters, because wind can lift and crease shingles at the same time hail is knocking granules loose.
Small hail can still do real damage to a roof that’s already been baking in the Florida sun for years. Older shingles are drier and more brittle, so they bruise and crack more easily than new ones.
What hail damage looks like on your roof
Asphalt shingles
Hail leaves dark, round spots where the granules have been knocked off. Press on one and it may feel soft, like a bruise on an apple. That’s a sign the mat underneath is cracked. Without granules, the sun breaks the asphalt down faster in that spot, and it can start leaking months later.
Metal roofs
Hail dents metal panels. Small dents are often cosmetic. Dents at seams or around fasteners can matter more, because they can open a path for water.
Tile roofs
Hail can crack or chip concrete and clay tile. A cracked tile exposes the underlayment beneath it, which is the layer doing the real waterproofing.
The soft metal around the roof
Gutters, downspouts, vent caps and flashing dent more easily than the roof itself. Dents there don’t always mean the roof is damaged, but they’re a good clue that hail hit hard enough to check.
Why hail damage shouldn’t wait
Hail damage doesn’t always leak right away. A bruised shingle can hold for a season and then fail during the next round of afternoon storms. By the time a stain shows up on your ceiling, water may have been soaking the deck for a while. Photos taken soon after the storm also give you a much clearer record of what happened and when.
Repair or replace after hail?
If the damage is limited to a few shingles or a small section, a repair is often all you need. Matching can be tricky on an older roof, since sun-faded shingles rarely match new ones exactly, and we’ll show you the closest option.
When hail has bruised shingles across whole sections of the roof, replacing those slopes or the whole roof may make more sense than patching dozens of spots. You’ll see the photos and make the call.
If wind did more of the damage than hail, our wind damage roof repair page covers what to look for.
Hail damage and your insurance
If you decide to file a claim, you file it with your insurer and pay your own deductible. We inspect the roof, document the hail damage with photos and measurements, write an estimate and work with your adjuster so the damage is clearly shown. Our roof insurance claims page walks through the process.
Watch out for storm chasers
After a hailstorm, crews from out of the area often go door to door. Some do fine work. Others are gone by the time something goes wrong. Take your time:
- Don’t sign anything on your porch the day of the storm.
- Ask for a Florida license number and proof of insurance.
- Be wary of anyone who offers to waive or cover your deductible.
- Get the scope in writing.
How it works
- Book your free inspection. Call 386-259-8425 or request a free online estimate.
- Get a clear, honest assessment and estimate. You’ll see photos of every hit we find, along with any areas that came through fine.
- Get your roof repaired and the yard cleaned up. The crew fixes what’s damaged and cleans up before leaving.
Financing is available through Aqua Finance, Fortifi, Hearth and Home Run Finance.
Hail damage questions
How do I know if hail damaged my roof?
Look for dented gutters, vent caps or downspouts, and granules piled up at the bottom of your downspouts after the storm. Those are good reasons to have the roof checked. Don’t climb up yourself.
Can hail damage show up later?
Yes. Bruised shingles can lose granules and crack over the following months, and leaks may not appear until later storms.
Does a hail-damaged roof always need replacing?
No. Limited damage can often be repaired. Widespread damage across whole slopes is when replacement comes into the conversation.
Do you work in Daytona Beach Shores?
Yes. We serve homeowners across the greater Daytona Beach area, including the beachside communities.
Know what the storm really did
The worst outcome is finding out about hail damage a year later, from a ceiling stain. A free inspection now tells you whether there’s anything to fix.
Then you can listen to the next thunderstorm without worrying about what it’s doing to the roof. Call 386-259-8425 to book your free inspection, or see our other storm damage roofing services in the Daytona Beach area.
