Baseball-sized hail detected near Tulsa, OK on July 11, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Tulsa 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 10 miles east of downtown Tulsa, with one hail report logged in Tulsa County that day. At 2.75 inches, this is baseball-sized hail — well past the threshold for functional roof damage on architectural asphalt shingles, meaning structural integrity is likely compromised, not just surface appearance. Shingles older than 10 years are especially vulnerable; bruising, cracking, and granule loss at this size are expected rather than possible. Homes with 3-tab shingles or wood shake, which appear in older parts of the city, warrant separate inspection protocols given how differently those materials respond to impact.
On a median-value Tulsa home, a 2% wind-and-hail deductible works out to roughly $3,792. Typical repair cost for a 2,000 square foot roof runs $7,033, with a range of $5,754 to $8,312 depending on material and labor — full replacement averages $11,722. 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 Tulsa inspection
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Historical context
At 2.75 inches, this event ranks first out of 200 hail events of 1 inch or larger recorded in the county over the past 10 years, surpassing the previous largest recorded event of 2.5 inches on May 22, 2019. July is historically below average for hail activity in this county — only 6 July events have been recorded in the past decade, compared to May's peak of 133. The rarity of a July event at this magnitude makes it stand out further.
Storm system
The July 11 system was not isolated — the same storm complex produced 2.5-inch hail in Garfield County, Oklahoma and 1.75-inch hail in Washington County, Arkansas, indicating an organized severe weather event spanning multiple states. Quarter-sized hail was also reported in Greene County, Missouri the same day.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs running 4 to 8 weeks, so scheduling sooner reduces your wait. Storm chaser risk is rated high for Tulsa — door-to-door roofing solicitation typically begins within 24 to 48 hours of a major event, so approach unsolicited contractors with caution. Under the Oklahoma Roofing Contractor Registration Act, all contractors must be registered with the state before performing roofing work — verify that registration is current before signing anything. Also confirm active general liability and workers' compensation coverage, and be aware that under Oklahoma House Bill 1940, any contractor who offers to waive or absorb your deductible is violating state law, and your insurer is not obligated to honor that contractor's estimate.
Permits & building code
At 2.75 inches, full replacement is the more likely outcome than spot repair — this size hail rarely leaves a standard asphalt roof with only localized damage. In Tulsa, the contractor pulls the permit; expect a permit cost between $150 and $400, and an inspection is required before work is complete. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Oklahoma insurers.
- 1Photograph your roof, gutters, downspouts, and any exterior surfaces — document everything before weather or foot traffic alters the evidence.
- 2Contact your insurer to report potential damage and ask about next steps in their inspection process.
- 3Schedule a professional roof inspection promptly — backlogs are running 4 to 8 weeks locally.
- 4Verify any contractor's Oklahoma state registration, general liability insurance, and workers' compensation coverage before signing a contract.
- 5Keep all receipts, inspection reports, and written estimates in one file — you will need them throughout the claims process.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Tulsa inspection
Hail size and location are based on NOAA NEXRAD radar data via SWDI; a full NWS written confirmation is pending.