




Hail doesn't care how solid your home is. It just hits. And when it does, it can leave behind damage that isn't always obvious from the ground - but it's there, and it adds up fast. This is a State Farm-approved hail damage replacement we're working through in Show Low, AZ, and it's a good one to walk through because it shows exactly how we approach a full residential roofing installation from the ground up.
We started with TRIBuilt synthetic roofing underlayment across the entire deck. This is the layer most homeowners never think about, but it's critical. It acts as a moisture barrier and secondary protection between your roof deck and the shingles on top. We don't skip corners here - the underlayment goes down tight, overlapped correctly, and secured before a single shingle goes on.
For this job, the homeowner went with GAF Timberline HDZ shingles in Barkwood. It's a great choice for the White Mountains area. The HDZ line is one of GAF's strongest performers - built with their LayerLock technology, which means each shingle mechanically bonds to the next. That translates to a tighter, more wind-resistant roof. Barkwood is also a natural-looking color that fits well with the pine surroundings up here in the Rim Country.
Working with insurance on hail claims can feel overwhelming. The back and forth, the documentation, the approvals - it's a lot. Being State Farm-approved means we already know the process, we speak the language, and we make sure the scope of work is done right the first time so there are no surprises on the backend. That matters when you're trying to get your home protected again without the headache.
If your roof took a hit from hail and you haven't had it looked at, that's worth addressing sooner than later. Damage that goes unchecked can lead to leaks, decking issues, and costs that go well beyond what a roof replacement would have run. We work with homeowners across Show Low, the White Mountains, and the broader Rim Country area to get roofs done right - from underlayment to the final ridge cap.