Carroll County hail on August 18, 2024: roof claim guide
On August 18, 2024, radar estimated hail up to 0.96 inches (penny size) in Carroll County, largest around zip code 30180 (Villa Rica). Hail around three quarters of an inch can bruise shingles that are already aging and dent soft metals; newer roofs often come through it, so an inspection is how you find out.
Zip codes in Carroll County
| Zip | Area | Radar estimate |
|---|---|---|
| 30180 | Villa Rica | 0.96 in (penny size) |
| 30182 | Waco | 0.90 in (penny size) |
| 30117 | Carrollton | 0.76 in (penny size) |
| 30116 | Carrollton | 0.75 in (penny size) |
| 30185 | Whitesburg | 0.50 in (pea to dime size) |
Ground reports
- Treasure Lake: hail 1.0 in
- 2 ESE Bowdon Junction: wind
- 1 NW Clem: wind
Filing a claim for this date
That was about 2.2 years ago. Many homeowners policies require notice of a loss within a set period and limit lawsuits to a set period after the loss, so check your policy before assuming an older storm is still claimable. Use August 18, 2024 as the date of loss only if this is the storm that hit your home; your carrier will check weather data for your address. Get the roof inspected first, then report the loss, be present for the adjuster, and compare the estimate line by line.
Next reads: choosing the date of loss, test squares, and Carroll County storm history.