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Monsoon and hail roof damage in Albuquerque

New Mexico’s monsoon typically runs from mid-June through September. Afternoon cells can drop hail, drive wind under shingles, and overwhelm drains on the flat and low-slope roofs that are common around the metro.

What to look for after a storm

  • Ceiling stains, a musty attic, or water around a canale or scupper.
  • Missing or creased shingles, granule piles in gutters, or dark “bruises” where hail knocked the surface off.
  • Dented flashing, vents, or downspouts — often easier to see from the ground than bruises on the shingles.
  • Standing water on a flat roof. Water that remains more than a couple of days is no longer a puddle; it is weight and a leak risk on TPO, foam, or modified bitumen.

What to do first

If water is coming in, move belongings, catch the drip, and call for emergency tarping rather than climbing a wet roof. Take dated photos for your records. A professional inspection can document hail hits that are not obvious from the street. Localized damage can often be repaired; widespread bruising or wet decking may point toward replacement — that is a judgment on the specific roof, not a rule of thumb from this page.

Insurance notes

If you file a claim, keep your own photos and any written inspection. A roofer can document findings; the claim decision stays between you and your insurer. Verify that anyone you hire is licensed with the NM Construction Industries Division.

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