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June 19 Hailstorm Hammered the Twin Cities: What Homeowners in St. Paul, Roseville, and Maplewood Need to Do This Week

On Friday, June 19, 2026, a powerful hailstorm swept through a narrow but densely populated corridor of the Twin Cities metro, causing widespread roof damage and knocking out power to more than 20,000 Xcel Energy customers. If your home is in Roseville, northern or eastern St. Paul, Maplewood, North St. Paul, Woodbury, Shoreview, Fridley, Columbia…

The June 10 Storms Left Hidden Roof Damage Across the Twin Cities — Don’t Wait to Get It Checked

Just when Twin Cities cleanup crews were finishing work from previous storms, another round of severe weather hit on June 10, 2026. The system brought gusty winds, hail, and heavy rain — knocking out power to thousands of homes and leaving a trail of downed trees and debris across the metro. Minneapolis city crews described…

Minnesota Hail Claims Are Now Hitting $40,000–$60,000: What Every Twin Cities Homeowner Needs to Know Before Filing

If a hailstorm has hit your neighborhood recently, the financial stakes are higher than ever. A recent CBS Minnesota investigation found that hail damage insurance claims in Minnesota are now regularly reaching $40,000 to $60,000 — and that’s only part of the problem. At the same time claim costs have spiked, insurers are quietly rolling…

Twin Cities Spring Storms 2026: How to Inspect Your Roof for Hidden Hail and Wind Damage

Spring 2026 has already been brutal for Twin Cities homeowners. In mid-April, a powerful storm system tore through Minnesota, spawning up to three possible tornadoes and dropping hail as large as three inches in diameter across parts of southern Minnesota and the metro area. If your home was in the path of those storms —…

Wind Damage to Minnesota Roofs: What Every Homeowner Should Know

Wind damage to Minnesota roofs is one of the most common — and most overlooked — consequences of severe weather in the region. While hail often gets the headlines, high winds can be equally destructive, stripping shingles, lifting roof edges, and creating vulnerabilities that lead to costly leaks and structural damage. Whether you’re dealing with…

Hail Storm Damage to Minnesota Roofs: What Homeowners Need to Know

Hail damage to Minnesota roofs is a serious concern each spring and summer. Hailstorms can strike quickly and leave lasting harm — from granule loss on asphalt shingles to dented gutters and cracked fascia. Whether you live in the Twin Cities metro, Elk River, Monticello, or the surrounding area, understanding the warning signs and your…