Hail Season in Winnipeg: What to Do Before and After the Storm

When hail season hits Winnipeg

Most Winnipeg hail arrives between June and August, riding the same prairie thunderstorm systems that bring our dramatic summer skies. Damage is rarely obvious from the ground — hail bruises shingles rather than punching through them — which is why so many claims fail: by the time a leak appears, the storm date is hard to prove.

Before the storm

A little preparation makes any future claim much smoother:

• Know your roof's age and last inspection date — keep records
• Photograph your roof and property in good condition once a year
• Review your insurance policy's hail coverage and deductible
• Keep a local roofer's number saved: 204-963-9081

After the storm

The days right after hail are when claims are won or lost:

• Photograph hail stones next to a ruler or coin before they melt
• Note the exact date and time of the storm
• Get a professional inspection BEFORE filing — know if damage justifies a claim
• Document soft metals: dented vents, flashing and eavestroughs are trusted evidence
• Don't sign with door-knocking crews until your own inspection is done

Why documentation wins claims

Adjusters approve claims with evidence, not adjectives. A proper storm report includes roof diagrams, test squares, and soft-metal photos formatted the way insurers expect. If your shingle is discontinued, that documentation matters too — it often means a full replacement is covered instead of a patch. We prepare this report as part of every hail inspection, free with your quote.