Storm event · Webb County, Texas
Hail damage in Laredo, TX on Apr 28, 2023
On Apr 28, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Laredo, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Laredo has 6 recorded hail events since 2022 (severity score 33/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Apr 28, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2023 | 1" | Laredo, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Laredo on Apr 28, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Apr 28, 2023, 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 Laredo, TX on Apr 28, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Laredo on Apr 28, 2023. It's one of 6 hail events logged in the area since 2022.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Laredo on Apr 28, 2023 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 Apr 28, 2023 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 (Apr 28, 2023) 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 Apr 28, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Laredo, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.