{"id":20011,"date":"2025-04-29T03:49:44","date_gmt":"2025-04-29T03:49:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=20011"},"modified":"2026-10-31T18:02:47","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T18:02:47","slug":"hail-and-water-damage-is-there-a-connection","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/blog\/hail-and-water-damage-is-there-a-connection\/","title":{"rendered":"Hail and Water Damage: Is There a Connection?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\" style=\"min-height:100vh;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"245\" height=\"206\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-20012\" alt=\"Large hailstone held in a hand above roof shingles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn-new\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/980\/2025\/04\/IMG_5371.jpeg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Living in Minnesota means you\u2019re no stranger to sudden weather changes, and when hailstorms hit, they often leave more behind than just dents and cracked shingles. At PuroClean of Lakeville, we are usually called to properties in Lakeville, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Prior Lake, Savage, Rosemount, Farmington, and nearby communities after hailstorms, not just for hail damage, but for water damage as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, what is the connection between hail and water damage?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Hidden Impact of Hail<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hailstorms can cause immediate and visible damage: broken windows, dented siding, and damaged roofs. But the real risk often begins after the storm ends. Hail can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crack or loosen shingles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Damage the roof flashing or vents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create tiny openings in siding or trim<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These vulnerabilities might not be visible from the ground, but they leave your home exposed to the next rainfall, which can lead to major water intrusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Hail and Water Damage Work Together<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once your roof or exterior has been compromised by hail, rainwater can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Seep into your attic or walls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soak insulation and drywall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lead to mold growth within 24 to 48 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compromise structural integrity over time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This chain reaction often goes unnoticed until the signs of water damage are visible \u2014 stains on ceilings, musty smells, or bubbling paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Homeowners Should Do After a Hailstorm<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Inspect Your Property<\/strong><br>Even if there is no obvious damage, a professional inspection can uncover small issues before they become big problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/services\/mold-removal\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/blog\/mold-in-attic\/\">Check Your Attic<\/a> and Ceilings<\/strong><br>Look for signs of leaks, moisture, or discoloration in the days following a storm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Call PuroClean of Lakeville<\/strong><br>Our team responds quickly to inspect, mitigate, and repair both hail and water damage before mold or structural damage sets in.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Choose PuroClean of Lakeville?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are proud to serve our neighbors in Lakeville, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Prior Lake, Savage, Rosemount, and Farmington, providing fast, compassionate, and professional service when storm damage strikes. We work with homeowners and insurance companies to ensure a smooth and transparent process from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you are dealing with a damaged roof, water-soaked insulation, or potential mold growth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/\">PuroClean of Lakeville<\/a> is ready to help restore your home and peace of mind. If hail or wind lets water inside, call for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/services\/water-damage-restoration\/\">storm water damage restoration<\/a>.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>5 Hidden Signs of Hail and Water Damage Inside Your Home<\/h2>\n<p>Hail and water damage often show up days or weeks apart. The roof gets hit in a June storm, and the stain on the ceiling shows up after the next heavy rain. Walk through your home after any hailstorm and look for these five signs:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>New ceiling stains.<\/strong> Yellow or brown rings on ceilings, especially on the top floor and around light fixtures, often mean water is getting past damaged shingles or flashing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Damp or matted attic insulation.<\/strong> With a flashlight, look at the insulation and the underside of the roof deck. Dark spots, wet insulation or daylight showing through the roof boards are early signs of hail and water damage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Peeling paint or bubbling drywall<\/strong> near windows, skylights and exterior doors where hail may have cracked seals or trim.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Water around window frames.<\/strong> Hail can crack glass or the caulk around it, which lets wind-driven rain inside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A musty smell.<\/strong> If a room smells damp a few days after a storm, water may be trapped inside a wall or ceiling.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/980\/2026\/10\/15-thermal-camera-moisture-detection.jpg\" alt=\"Thermal camera scan for hidden moisture caused by hail and water damage\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><figcaption>A thermal camera can show wet areas in a ceiling or wall before stains appear. Photo from a PuroClean of Lakeville water damage job.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Why Hail and Water Damage Go Together<\/h2>\n<p>Hail forms inside strong thunderstorms, and the same storms often bring heavy rain and high wind. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nssl.noaa.gov\/education\/svrwx101\/hail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NOAA National Severe Storms Laboratory<\/a> explains how hail grows in a storm&#8217;s updraft before it falls. When hail cracks shingles, dents vents or loosens flashing, the next rain has an easy way in. That is why hail and water damage so often show up on the same insurance claim.<\/p>\n<p>Gutters matter too. Hail can dent or knock gutters loose, and leaves and shingle granules can clog them. Water that spills over the edge lands next to the foundation and can end up in the basement.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Do After a Hailstorm<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Stay safe.<\/strong> Do not climb onto a wet or damaged roof. Look from the ground and from the attic instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Take photos.<\/strong> Photograph hail on the ground, dents on cars, siding and gutters, and any damage inside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cover openings.<\/strong> If a window breaks or the roof is open, cover it to keep rain out. We also offer board-up.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Call your insurance company.<\/strong> Ask how to report hail and water damage and what they need from you.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get the roof checked.<\/strong> A roofer can inspect for damage you cannot see from the ground.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dry the inside right away.<\/strong> If water got in, call PuroClean of Lakeville at <a href=\"tel:+19523778477\">(952) 377-8477<\/a>. Wet insulation and drywall can start to grow mold if they stay damp.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/980\/2026\/10\/08-technician-ppe-ceiling-removal-igh.jpg\" alt=\"Technician removing a wet ceiling after hail and water damage let rain into a home\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><figcaption>Removing a wet ceiling so the space above can dry. Photo from a PuroClean of Lakeville water damage job in Inver Grove Heights.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>How We Handle Hail and Water Damage Inside the Home<\/h2>\n<p>A roofer fixes the roof. Our job is the water that got inside. Our IICRC-certified team:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Finds wet areas with moisture meters and a thermal camera<\/li>\n<li>Removes water and wet materials that cannot be dried, such as soaked insulation or ceiling drywall<\/li>\n<li>Dries the structure with air movers and dehumidifiers, and makes follow-up moisture-monitoring visits until it is dry<\/li>\n<li>Treats areas where mold has started, and can eliminate any existing mold<\/li>\n<li>Handles repairs and reconstruction once everything is dry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Hail and Water Damage Insurance Tips<\/h2>\n<p>We work with insurance companies and help document claims. For hail and water damage, we take photos, moisture readings and notes you can share with your adjuster, and we can bill your insurer directly. Your insurer decides what your policy covers, so read your policy and ask your agent about deadlines for reporting storm damage.<\/p>\n<h2>A Simple Hail Season Checklist<\/h2>\n<p>In Minnesota, most hail falls with spring and summer thunderstorms. A little work before storm season can limit hail and water damage later:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clean gutters and downspouts<\/strong> so heavy rain after a hailstorm drains away from the house.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trim dead branches<\/strong> over the roof. Hail and wind can bring them down onto shingles and windows.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Look at the roof from the ground<\/strong> with binoculars each spring for missing or curled shingles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check attic vents and skylights<\/strong> for cracks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Test the sump pump<\/strong>, since hailstorms often come with heavy rain.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Save your policy and agent&#8217;s number<\/strong> on your phone so you can report hail and water damage quickly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Take &#8220;before&#8221; photos<\/strong> of your roof, siding and windows. They make it easier to show what changed after a storm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/980\/2026\/10\/m05-puroclean-van-side-neighborhood.jpg\" alt=\"PuroClean of Lakeville van in a neighborhood after a storm, ready to help with hail and water damage\" width=\"1179\" height=\"682\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><figcaption>A PuroClean of Lakeville van in a south metro neighborhood.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Hail and Water Damage at Businesses and Rentals<\/h2>\n<p>Flat commercial roofs, rooftop units and large windows can all let water in after hail. Water in an office, store, rental building or warehouse can stop work and affect tenants. We help offices, retail, rental and multi-unit properties, and industrial and warehouse buildings dry out and restore operations quickly. Property managers get photos, moisture readings and notes for owners and adjusters. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/commercial-services\/\">commercial restoration services<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Myths About Hail and Water Damage<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>&#8220;If I cannot see damage from the yard, the roof is fine.&#8221;<\/strong> Bruised or cracked shingles are hard to spot from the ground. A roofer&#8217;s inspection and a look in the attic tell you more.<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#8220;Small hail does not matter.&#8221;<\/strong> Even smaller hail, driven by strong wind, can damage older shingles, vents and window seals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#8220;A ceiling stain will dry on its own.&#8221;<\/strong> The surface may dry, but insulation and framing above it can stay wet. Trapped moisture can lead to mold and weaken drywall.<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#8220;I can wait until the next storm to deal with it.&#8221;<\/strong> Each rain after a hailstorm can add more water. It is better to fix the roof and dry the inside as soon as you can.<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#8220;Water damage after hail is always covered.&#8221;<\/strong> Every policy is different. Your insurer decides what is covered, so ask your agent and keep good records.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Hail and Water Damage FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3>How long after a hailstorm can leaks show up?<\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes right away, sometimes not until the next heavy rain or snowmelt. Check the attic and top-floor ceilings after each storm for a few weeks, and look again after the first big snowmelt. Ice and melt water can find the same openings that rain does.<\/p>\n<h3>Can hail cause basement water damage?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, indirectly. Damaged or clogged gutters can dump roof water next to the foundation, and that water can seep into the basement.<\/p>\n<h3>Do you serve my city?<\/h3>\n<p>PuroClean of Lakeville is based in the Lakeville area and serves the entire south metro. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/service-areas\/\">areas we serve<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<h3>Is the estimate free?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Call <a href=\"tel:+19523778477\">(952) 377-8477<\/a> any time for a free estimate on hail and water damage cleanup.<\/p>\n<p>Want to get ready before the next storm? Read our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/blog\/midwest-weather-is-coming-to-the-twin-cities-be-prepared\/\">Twin Cities severe weather<\/a> and our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/lakeville-mn\/blog\/what-to-do-in-severe-weather-and-tornadoes\/\">severe weather and tornadoes<\/a> safety steps.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Living in Minnesota means you\u2019re no stranger to sudden weather changes, and when hailstorms hit, they often leave more behind than just dents and cracked shingles. 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