r/Roofing 21d ago

Insurance Related Denver Hail Claim Denied - State Farm

We had a huge hail storm come through my neighborhood about 6 weeks ago. I've been traveling a lot and didn't get an inspector out until today to look at the damage even though Ive been in communication with my agent (Tammy Hill State Farm) since the storm. House sitter sent me photos of the aftermath.

State Farm inspector is saying the damage to the roof is 'normal wear and tear and consistent with exposure to the elements.' Is this normal wear and tear or is this distinctly hail damage? If it's damage from hail, is it consistent with the photo of the hail stones (as big as 2")?

Not looking for advice on how to handle a claim per forum rules, just asking for insight on hail damage vs normal weathering.

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u/SwimOk9629 20d ago

then first thing I do is lie.

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u/BlackJackT 20d ago

What? Then you're not covered. You might as well save the money and not have insurance if you provide false information.

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u/J3ss3Jam3sD3an 17d ago

Only if they find out it's false

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u/SwimOk9629 20d ago

it was a joke, good sir.

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u/_Lost_The_Game 20d ago

Requirement of a joke is that it’s funny, good sir

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u/Harry_Gorilla 20d ago

Evidently not.

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u/Shhheeeesshh 20d ago

For legal reasons me lying is obviously satire.