Ping pong-sized hail detected near Fishers, IN on August 11, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Fishers 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 landed approximately 7 miles northwest of downtown Fishers, with one hail report logged in Hamilton County that day. At 1.5 inches, this size sits at the functional damage threshold for standard architectural asphalt shingles — the material covering most Fishers homes. Granule loss, cracked tabs, and compromised mat integrity are realistic outcomes, particularly on roofs older than 10–12 years. The single county report suggests a narrow impact corridor, so actual damage will vary sharply by exact location.
On a median-value Fishers home of $370,200, a 2% deductible works out to roughly $7,404. Typical repair cost on a 2,000 square foot home runs $7,335, with a range of $6,002 to $8,669. 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 Fishers inspection
Fishers repair cost reference
Historical context
This event ranks 17th of 46 hail events of 1 inch or greater recorded in Hamilton County over the past 10 years, placing it in the middle of the county's hail history. The largest event on record reached 2.75 inches on June 19, 2021 — nearly twice the diameter of today's hail. August is historically quiet here; only 3 August events appear in the 10-year record, compared to March, which accounts for 28.
Storm system
This was not an isolated storm. The same system produced hail across a wide corridor on August 11, including 2.75-inch hail in Tippecanoe County to the northwest, 4-inch hail in St. Joseph County, and 1.5-inch hail in Marion County — indicating a broad, organized weather event rather than a localized cell.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs of 2 to 4 weeks in Fishers following storm activity. The intake assessment rates storm chaser risk as moderate, consistent with what typically follows any regional hail event affecting the Indianapolis metro. Indiana does not require a state roofing license, but the Home Improvement Contracts Act and Indiana Code § 22-3-2-5 require contractors with employees to carry workers' compensation — verify that, along with general liability coverage and proof of a local business address, before signing anything. Any contractor who offers to waive or cover your deductible is violating Indiana law under the Home Improvement Contract Act and should be turned away immediately.
Permits & building code
At 1.5 inches, outcomes split between spot repair and full replacement depending on roof age and pre-existing condition — a qualified inspector can tell you which applies. In Fishers, the contractor pulls the permit, inspections are required, and permit costs typically run $150 to $350. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Indiana insurers.
- 1Photograph your roof, gutters, downspouts, and any exterior surfaces from the ground — document before anything is disturbed.
- 2Schedule a professional roof inspection with a licensed, insured local contractor to assess actual damage.
- 3Vet any contractor before signing: confirm general liability insurance, workers' comp coverage, a verifiable local address, and willingness to pull the required permit.
- 4Keep records of all contractor communications, inspection reports, and any repair estimates you receive.
- 5Report any contractor who offers to waive your deductible to the Indiana Attorney General — it is illegal under state law.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Fishers inspection
Hail size and location are based on NOAA NEXRAD radar data (SWDI); a full NWS storm survey is pending and may refine these figures.