Ping pong-sized hail detected near Naperville, IL on June 24, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Naperville monitoring area. Actual impact can vary by neighborhood, so nearby homes should use this as a signal to check roofs, gutters, siding, and vehicles.
Damage assessment
The radar-confirmed strike centered approximately 14 miles north of downtown Naperville, with one hail report logged in DuPage County that day. At 1.5 inches, architectural asphalt shingles — the dominant material in Naperville — are at the lower threshold for functional damage: granule loss is likely, bruising is possible, and the outcome depends heavily on shingle age. Shingles older than 10–12 years are more vulnerable; newer shingles may show cosmetic damage only. DuPage County's largest recorded event reached 2.75 inches in April 2020 — this event was roughly half that magnitude.
On a $350,000 home with a 2% wind/hail deductible, the out-of-pocket threshold is $7,000. Typical repair cost for a 2,000 sq ft roof in this market runs $9,711, with a range of $7,945–$11,477. Get a professional inspection before making any insurance decisions.
At these numbers, the typical repair cost exceeds a standard 2% deductible. Contact your insurer — damage at this level is likely worth filing before you pay out of pocket.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Naperville inspection
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Historical context
This event ranks 26th of 111 hail events of 1 inch or greater recorded in the DuPage County area over the past 10 years, placing it in the middle tier by magnitude. The largest event on record reached 2.75 inches on April 8, 2020. June accounts for 15 events historically — consistent with the long-term average for this county.
Storm system
The June 24 system was regional in scope: golf ball-sized hail hit Brown County, WI at 2.25 inches the same day, and additional events were recorded in Dane and Winnebago counties in Wisconsin and Peoria, Illinois, pointing to a broad storm corridor across the upper Midwest.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs running 2–4 weeks in the Naperville market. Storm chaser activity in Naperville is assessed as moderate following regional events, and out-of-area contractors commonly move in to fill capacity gaps. Illinois requires roofing contractors to hold a state license through the IDFPR under the Roofing Industry Licensing Act (225 ILCS 335), with minimum liability coverage, workers' compensation, and a surety bond — verify any contractor's license at the IDFPR public database before signing. Under Illinois law, any contractor offering to waive or absorb your deductible is violating state law; treat that offer as a disqualifying red flag.
Permits & building code
At 1.5 inches, repair is the more likely outcome for newer roofs; full replacement becomes the conversation when shingles are aged or multiple layers of damage are found on inspection. In Naperville, the contractor pulls the permit, inspections are required, and permit costs typically run $150–$350. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Illinois insurers.
- 1Photograph the roof, gutters, downspouts, and any exterior surfaces from the ground before anyone walks the roof.
- 2Schedule an inspection with a licensed Illinois roofing contractor — verify their IDFPR license status before they arrive.
- 3Check the contractor's general liability and workers' compensation certificates; confirm the surety bond is in place.
- 4Contact your insurance carrier to report potential damage and ask about your policy's claim reporting window.
- 5Keep a written record of all contractor visits, estimates, and communications with your insurer.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Naperville inspection
Hail size and location are based on NOAA NEXRAD radar data (SWDI) and are radar-confirmed; a full NWS storm data write-up is pending.