Storm event · Reeves County, Texas
Hail damage in Barstow, TX on Aug 27, 2019
On Aug 27, 2019, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Barstow, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Barstow has 7 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 54/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 27, 2019 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2019 | 1" | Barstow, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Barstow on Aug 27, 2019).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Aug 27, 2019, up to 1") for your address, which is the evidence adjusters look for. A confirmed 1"+ hail event on your roof, paired with an inspection, is what turns a claim into an approval.
Common questions
Did it hail in Barstow, TX on Aug 27, 2019?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Barstow on Aug 27, 2019. It's one of 7 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Barstow on Aug 27, 2019 measured 1". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; sizes near 1" can still cause damage worth documenting.
Can I still file a claim for the Aug 27, 2019 storm?
Often yes. Most Texas policies allow hail claims for a window after the storm (commonly up to a year), subject to your policy. A claim is far stronger when you document the exact date (Aug 27, 2019) and hail size (1") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Texas?
Most Texas homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The Aug 27, 2019 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Barstow, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.