Storm event · Carson County, Texas
Hail damage in Claude, TX on Jul 17, 2021
On Jul 17, 2021, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Claude, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Claude has 16 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 99/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 17, 2021 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 2021 | 1.75" | Claude, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Claude on Jul 17, 2021).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jul 17, 2021, up to 1.75") 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 Claude, TX on Jul 17, 2021?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Claude on Jul 17, 2021. It's one of 16 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Claude on Jul 17, 2021 measured 1.75". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 1.75" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Jul 17, 2021 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 (Jul 17, 2021) and hail size (1.75") — 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 Jul 17, 2021 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Claude, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.