Start here
Quick, low-risk steps
- Visit the NOAA Storm Events Database website.
- Select Texas and the county for your property.
- Choose the date range around the suspected storm.
- Look for hail events and note the date, size, and location details.
- Save or print the event page for your records.
- Share the event information with your insurer or roofing professional.
Why Official Hail Dates Matter
When you file a roof damage claim, your insurance company will ask when the storm occurred. An official record from NOAA can help establish the date of a hail event in your area. This is not proof that your roof was damaged, but it supports your timeline.
Keep in mind that hail can be very localized. One neighborhood may get large hail while another gets none. The NOAA database records events by county or zone, so use it as a starting point, not the final word on your property.
- Provides a dated, official record of hail in your area
- Helps you answer the insurer's question: 'When did the damage happen?'
- Supports your claim timeline, but does not prove property damage
- Can be combined with your own photos and notes
- Free to access and search online
How to Search the NOAA Storm Events Database
The NOAA Storm Events Database is a public tool. You can search by state, county, and date range. For Dallas–Fort Worth, you will likely search in Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, or Denton counties. Enter the date you think the storm hit, or browse a wider range to find all recent hail events.
Once you find an event, the database shows the date, time, hail size, and a short narrative. You can print or save the page. This record is useful to share with your insurance adjuster or a roofing professional when they inspect your roof.
- Go to the NOAA Storm Events Database page
- Select Texas and your county from the dropdown menus
- Set the date range to cover the suspected storm period
- Look for 'Hail' in the event type column
- Click the event to see details like hail size and location
What the NOAA Record Does Not Tell You
The NOAA database confirms that a hail event was reported in your county. It does not confirm that hail fell on your specific roof or that your roof was damaged. Hail size in the report is an estimate and may differ from what hit your home.
Also, the database may not capture every small hail event. If you suspect hail damage but find no record, you can still talk to a roofing professional. They can look for physical signs of hail impact on your roof and other surfaces.
- Does not prove hail hit your exact address
- Hail size is an estimate, not a precise measurement
- Small or isolated hail events may not be recorded
- Does not replace a professional roof inspection
- Use it as one piece of evidence, not the only piece
Next Steps After Finding a Hail Event
After you find a hail event record, document any visible damage from the ground. Take clear photos of dents on gutters, downspouts, or air conditioning units. Do not climb onto the roof. Then contact your insurance company to report the potential claim.
When you meet with an adjuster or roofing professional, share the NOAA event record along with your photos. They will inspect the roof and help determine if the damage is from hail or normal wear. Always get a written scope of work before authorizing any repairs.
- Photograph collateral hail damage from the ground
- Contact your insurer to start the claims process
- Share the NOAA event record with the adjuster
- Get a written roof inspection report from a professional
- Compare written scopes before hiring a contractor
Take this with you
Evidence and scope checklist
- NOAA event date and county match your location
- Hail size in the report noted
- Photos of collateral hail damage (gutters, downspouts, AC units)
- Date of first damage discovery recorded
- Insurance claim number and adjuster contact
- Written roof inspection report from a professional
- Written scope of work from any contractor
- Permit requirements checked with local building department
Common questions
What homeowners ask next
Does a NOAA hail record prove my roof was damaged?
No. It shows a hail event was reported in your county, but it does not confirm damage at your property. A professional roof inspection is needed to determine if your roof has hail damage.
What if I can't find a hail event for my exact date?
Small or isolated hail may not be recorded. You can still have a roofing professional inspect for hail damage. They look for physical signs like impact marks, not just storm reports.
How do I share the NOAA record with my insurance company?
You can print the event page or save it as a PDF. Provide it to your adjuster along with your photos and notes. It helps establish the date of the storm.
Evidence
Sources used for this guide
Research checked July 31, 2026
- NOAA Storm Events DatabaseNOAA National Centers for Environmental Information
Dated official storm-event records; an area event does not prove damage at a property.
Optional next step
Need an on-site professional?
Use the guide and worksheet first so you can describe the situation and compare the full scope. A referral is optional; you can also contact a licensed local provider directly.
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