What a NOAA Hail Report Really Tells You
NOAA Local Storm Reports contain structured fields including event date, county, GPS coordinates, hail size in inches, and spotter comments. The 1.00-inch threshold defines severe ...
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What 388 Recent NOAA Hail Reports Tell Us About Summer 2026
From July 1 to 14, 2026, NOAA recorded 388 hail reports at 1.0 inch or larger, with 81 reaching golf-ball size (1.75") or greater. South Dakota led with 60 reports, followed by Neb...
Hail in Texas, 2014 to June 2026: What Our Data Shows
Texas recorded 15,822 hail events across 253 counties from 2014 to June 2026, the highest total in our database. The 2023 peak of 1,912 events was the largest single-year count for...
How We Verify Roofing Contractor Licenses
PickARoofer verifies roofing contractor licenses against state-specific requirements: Oklahoma requires a CIB license, Arkansas requires an ACLB license for jobs over $2,000, Texas...
Roof Age and Hail: When Repair Beats Replacement
Whether to repair or replace a hail-damaged roof depends on the roof's age, how widespread the damage is, and whether your insurance policy uses ACV or RCV valuation. Newer roofs w...
Hail in Arkansas, 2014 to June 2026: What Our Data Shows
Arkansas recorded 2,574 hail events across 75 counties from 2014 to June 2026, the smallest total among the four states in this series. The peak full year was 2023 at 346 events, a...
Why Exclusive Leads Beat Shared Leads for Roofing Contractors
Shared roofing leads — where one homeowner inquiry is sold to multiple contractors at once — create a race-to-price dynamic that benefits neither side. PickARoofer delivers exclusi...
Metal vs. Asphalt Shingle Roofs: Which Is Right for You?
Metal roofs last longer and perform better in extreme weather, but they cost significantly more upfront. Asphalt shingles dominate the market for good reasons. Here's how to decide...
How to Choose a Licensed, Insured Roofing Contractor
Most roofing scams follow the same pattern. Here's what to verify before any contractor gets on your roof -- and the contract terms that protect you if something goes wrong.
How Much Does a Roof Replacement Cost?
Roof replacement costs depend on size, material, pitch, and your local market. This guide breaks down the real drivers of price so you know what you're comparing when bids come in.
How to File a Roof Insurance Claim After a Storm
Filing a roof insurance claim correctly makes the difference between a full payout and a denied claim. Here's the step-by-step process, and the mistakes to avoid.
Roof Repair vs. Replacement: How to Decide
The right choice between repair and replacement depends on your roof's age, the extent of damage, and your plans for the home. Here's how to think it through without getting upsold...
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