Will my roof survive the next hailstorm?
New Mexico averages 3–5 hail events per year across the Albuquerque metro, with stones between 0.75″ (pea) and 2.75″ (tennis ball). Score your roof against a typical storm — and see what upgrading would change.
This roof is likely to fail during the next 1.5″+ storm. Consider a proactive replacement before your carrier ages out the policy or excludes hail coverage.
Upgrade to Class-4 impact shingle: +30 pts
What hail actually does at each size.
| Size | Comparison | Typical damage | Claim likelihood |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.75″ | Pea / marble | Cosmetic — granule loss, scuffed screens | Rare |
| 1.00″ | Dime | Mat bruising, gutter dents | Moderate |
| 1.25″ | Nickel | Cracked mat on aged shingle, dented vents | Likely |
| 1.50″ | Quarter | Widespread bruising, cracked tile, siding damage | Very likely |
| 1.75″+ | Half-dollar | Full replacement usually approved | Approved |
| 2.00″+ | Golf ball | Total loss; broken windows; skylight failures | Approved |
Three things to do in the first 48 hours.
Wide shots + close-ups of gutters, screens, siding, and roof from the ground. Time-stamped. Do this before ANY contractor knocks.
Not a roofer. Get a claim number. Contractors who ask you to skip this step are running an insurance scam.
We'll drone-scan the roof, mark hits per square, and give you a written report — free. (505) 595-7203.
Storm just hit? Free 45-minute hail inspection — (505) 595-7203.
Book the free on-site inspection, or send a photo and we'll tell you what to do next. No sales pitch — we don't install roofs.