Editorial update: Earlier local event details were removed because they were not verified. This is an educational preparation guide, not a live forecast.
Prepare a safe record
When safe, photograph visible changes from the ground and note the affected area and date you noticed them. Exterior dents, debris, or interior stains can be useful observations, but they do not establish hail size, roof condition, or coverage. Avoid power lines and damaged structures; do not climb onto a roof.
Ask the company to inspect, not confirm your assumption
Tell the company whether water is entering now, whether there are prior repairs, and which part of the property needs attention. Ask what the inspection found and what the proposed scope addresses. Our repair guide and retail replacement guide provide preparation questions.
For policy questions, ask your insurer or agent about coverage and reporting requirements. The Georgia ACV/RCV guide and adjuster preparation guide explain common terms and records, not outcomes.
One-company matching
A&E reviews requests first. A request may be shared with at most one available independent company based on location, project type, and current capacity. No match or response time is guaranteed. Submission is free to homeowners with no obligation to hire. The company performs any inspection, estimate, and work; A&E is compensated only when a job moves forward.
For damage involving other parts of the home, see restoration matching. The Roof Score is an optional self-reported tool, not a scheduled inspection.