Golf ball-sized hail detected near Springfield, MO on June 25, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Springfield 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 was located approximately 13 miles north of downtown Springfield — one report was logged across Greene County that day. At 2 inches, golf ball-sized hail is above the functional damage threshold for architectural asphalt shingles: expect cracked or missing tabs, significant granule loss, and potential bruising that shortens shingle life even when it isn't immediately visible. Older 3-tab shingles or wood shake — common in Springfield's established neighborhoods — are more vulnerable at this size and may warrant replacement rather than spot repair. Greene County's largest recorded event reached 4 inches on May 26, 2024, so this event is meaningful but not the worst the area has seen.
On a $165,200 home with a 2% wind/hail deductible, the out-of-pocket threshold is roughly $3,304. Typical repair cost for a 2,000 square foot roof runs $5,941 (range: $4,861–$7,021), and full replacement averages $9,902. 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 Springfield inspection
Springfield repair cost reference
Historical context
This event ranks 26th out of 336 hail events of 1 inch or greater recorded in Greene County over the past 10 years — solidly in the upper tier by magnitude. The largest event on record reached 4 inches on May 26, 2024. June has historically been below average for this county, with only 16 events in 10 years; May, with 162 events, is the peak month.
Storm system
The June 25 storm was not isolated — 1.75-inch hail was reported in Jasper, MO the same day, and quarter-sized hail hit both Tulsa, OK and Jackson, MO, pointing to a broader regional severe weather system rather than a localized cell.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs running 4–8 weeks in Springfield; scheduling sooner rather than later reduces wait time. The city intake assessment rates storm chaser risk as high — door-to-door solicitation from out-of-state roofing crews typically begins within 24–48 hours of a significant event here. Missouri does not require a state-level roofing license, but contractors are subject to RSMo § 407.725, which prohibits offering to waive or rebate any portion of your insurance deductible as an inducement to sign — that practice is a consumer protection violation, not a deal. Before signing anything, verify general liability coverage, workers' compensation insurance, and a verifiable local business presence.
Permits & building code
At 2 inches, the outcome depends heavily on shingle age and condition — some roofs will need full replacement, others targeted repair. Either way, Springfield requires a permit ($150–$400) pulled by the contractor, and an inspection is required upon completion. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Missouri insurers.
- 1Photograph your roof, gutters, downspouts, and any exterior surfaces from ground level before conditions change — date-stamp every image.
- 2Schedule a professional roof inspection with a licensed, locally verifiable contractor — do not rely on a free 'storm damage assessment' from a door-to-door crew as your only evaluation.
- 3Contact your insurer to report potential damage and ask about your wind/hail deductible and the claim process.
- 4Before signing any repair contract, request proof of general liability insurance, workers' compensation coverage, and confirmation the contractor will pull the required permit.
- 5Keep a written record of all contractor visits, estimates, and conversations with your insurer — dates, names, and what was said.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Springfield inspection
Hail data for this event is sourced from NOAA NEXRAD radar via SWDI and is radar-confirmed, with a full NWS write-up pending.