Baseball-sized hail detected near Amarillo, TX on June 23, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Amarillo 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 center was approximately 19 miles west of downtown Amarillo, with one report logged in Potter County that day. At 3.25 inches, hail of this size causes functional damage to architectural asphalt shingles — not just cosmetic bruising. Expect cracked or missing granules, compromised mat integrity, and potential punctures on roofs older than 10 years; even newer shingles face measurable impact loss at this magnitude. Potter County's largest recorded event reached 4.25 inches on June 8, 2025, so this storm ranks below that threshold, but 3.25 inches is well above the size where a claim-worthy functional loss becomes the norm rather than the exception.
On a $350,000 home with a 2% deductible, your out-of-pocket threshold is $7,000 before insurance pays anything. Typical repair cost on a 2,000 square foot roof runs $5,657 — ranging from $4,628 to $6,685. Get a professional inspection before making any insurance decisions.
At these numbers, you're better off repairing out of pocket — the typical repair cost falls below your deductible. Filing a claim likely isn't worth it unless a full inspection reveals significantly more damage.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Amarillo inspection
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Historical context
Among 402 hail events of 1 inch or greater recorded in Potter County over the past 10 years, this event ranks third by magnitude. The largest on record is 4.25 inches from June 8, 2025. June is historically active here — 120 events in 10 years — though May, with 215 events, is the peak month.
Storm system
The June 23 storm was not isolated: same-day hail was detected in Lubbock, TX at 1.75 inches and in Finney and Seward counties in Kansas at 2 inches and 1.25 inches respectively, pointing to a broader regional system moving through the southern High Plains.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs running 4 to 8 weeks in the Amarillo market. The intake assessment rates storm chaser risk as moderate, consistent with Amarillo's pattern of outside contractors moving in after major regional events. Texas does not issue a state-level roofing license, so verify that any contractor holds a valid local business license, carries general liability and workers' compensation insurance, and is registered with the Texas Secretary of State if operating as a corporation or LLC. Under Texas Insurance Code § 707.002, any contractor who offers to waive or absorb your deductible is committing a Class B misdemeanor — walk away.
Permits & building code
At 3.25 inches, full replacement is more likely than spot repair on aging shingles, though a professional inspection determines scope. The contractor pulls the permit in Amarillo; expect a permit cost of $150 to $350 and a required inspection on completion. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Texas insurers.
- 1Photograph your roof, gutters, downspouts, and any exterior surfaces from ground level immediately — date-stamp every image.
- 2Get a repair estimate from a licensed contractor before contacting your insurer — at these numbers, out-of-pocket repair is likely cheaper than filing a claim.
- 3When vetting contractors, request proof of local business license, liability insurance, and workers' comp before any work begins.
- 4Keep a written record of every contractor visit, estimate received, and communication — include names, dates, and amounts.
- 5If you proceed with repairs, confirm the contractor will pull the required permit and that a post-completion inspection is scheduled per local code.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Amarillo inspection
Hail size and location are based on NOAA NEXRAD radar data (SWDI) and are radar-confirmed; a full NWS ground-truth write-up is pending.