Companies vary from 7 - 13 hits per square (100 sq. ft of roofing). Adjusters will mark and photograph the amount of hits per square on at least (2) slopes of the roof, sometimes more. Other factors become involved and actually vary across the duration of a claim period.

I advise the following procedure unless you are a General Contractor yourself: Check the property for damage you can easily spot from the ground I do not advise homeowners crawl around on roof surfaces, especially steep ones. There is no need to. Check for dents in metal surfaces such as your mail box, trim pieces, gutters and downspouts. Check for hits (dis-colorization) on wood surfaces such as decks and fences. Check A/C coils for imprints.

It costs you nothing to file a claim. When in doubt, file a claim, If there is damage in your area or you see neighbors homes being inspected, file a claim. Find a General Contractor experienced in insurance claims, capable of performing all repairs on your property (not just a roof), and have them there to converse with the adjuster day of inspection. This is the absolute best and most cost effective way to deal with hail damage. Have your "pro" meet their "pro". *Hint - inquire how to offset your deductible through an advertising arrangement with your contractor.

Royce - claimimpact@gmail.com