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Hail Storms Sweep Chicago’s Northwest Suburbs on Aug 16, 2025

On August 16, 2025, strong thunderstorms dropped hail across multiple northwest suburbs—including Palatine, Rolling Meadows, Arlington Heights, Mount Prospect, Des Plaines, Cary, Port Barrington, and Woodstock—leaving dents, cracked shingles, and battered siding in their wake. If your home was in the path, you’re not alone—and Palatine’s Holda Roofing & Siding is here to help your neighborhood recover.

What Happens After a Major Hailstorm?

Hail can cause:

  • Roof Damage: bruised or fractured shingles, granule loss, cracked vents/flashing.
  • Siding & Gutter Damage: chips, dents, punctures; loosened downspouts.
  • Windows & Trim Damage: screen tears, beading and frame dings.


Even “minor” damage can lead to leaks, mold, and structural issues if ignored. A pro inspection catches problems that aren’t visible from the ground.

Why Act Quickly?

  • Damage isn’t always obvious—early inspections prevent small issues from becoming costly repairs.
  • Prompt documentation helps your insurance claim and speeds up scheduling during post-storm backlogs.

Insurance, Without the Headache

We coordinate with your carrier and adjuster—from documentation to scope—so you don’t have to. 

Many storm claims approve full roof and gutter replacements when warranted by inspection findings and policy coverage. Learn more about our process of addressing hail damage.

Cities That Were Hit By Hail on Aug 16, 2025

(sizes reflect the largest hail reported in/near each city)

  • Rolling Meadows – quarter-size (1.00″) around 4:28 PM.
  • Arlington Heights – quarter-size (1.00″) around 4:33 PM.
  • Mount Prospect – quarter-size (1.00″) around 4:39 PM.
  • Des Plaines – half-dollar (1.25″) around 4:44 PM.
  • Cary – half-dollar (1.25″) around 4:05 PM: State of Emergency declared.
  • Port Barrington – ping-pong ball (1.50″) around 4:04 PM.
  • Woodstock – quarter-size (1.00″) around 3:51 PM.


Other service-area communities saw severe wind impacts that can still damage roofs/siding (broken limbs, shingles, flashing, etc.): Palatine (55 mph gust near 4:26 PM), Schaumburg (wind damage ~4:30 PM), Lake in the Hills (52 mph gust ~3:59 PM), Algonquin (63 mph overnight gust after midnight).

How Our Storm Work Protects Homeowners

  • Hidden issues found: Drone and attic checks catch rotted sheathing and underlayment failures so they’re fixed the first time.
  • Joint inspections: Meeting adjusters on-site in heat or rain helps secure accurate, complete scopes—sometimes leading to full replacements.
  • Thorough hail mapping & test squares: Careful documentation (hits per slope, collateral damage) supports fair outcomes.
  • Curb appeal + protection: Customers love options like GAF Timberline HDZ® shingles paired with fresh gutters/downspouts.

Examples of Past Hail Damage Projects: Hail in Chicago's Northwest Suburbs

We had a similar chain of storms move through last year, and completed a blog at that time summarizing some of the projects approved for roof and/or siding replacements. Short summaries of these projects are included below:

Job #1: A Surprising Discovery

During a roof replacement for our client Dmitriy, covered by insurance due to hail damage, we used a drone to inspect the roof. In addition to the expected repairs, we discovered rotted plywood, which will be addressed and replaced as part of the project.

Job #2: Hot Weather, Cool Heads

On August 23rd, despite temperatures exceeding 100 degrees, we partnered with an insurance adjuster to inspect a hail-damaged roof in Palatine. The inspection revealed several repair areas, leading to approval for a full roof replacement, covered by insurance.

Job #3: The Power of Rigorous Inspection

A thorough inspection, involving our team and an insurance adjuster, uncovered nine hail hits on two roof slopes, leading to a full roof replacement. The homeowner was relieved to have both the roof and new gutters and downspouts fully covered by insurance.

Need an Automatic Quote?

At Holda Roofing & Siding, we believe in full transparency when it comes to pricing. You can check our price ranges for roofing, siding and gutters directly from our website and receive a free online quote for roofing through our automated system. Personalized quoting is then done after our thorough inspection process, where we not only check for exterior damage, but we also enter the attics of your home to check your roof decking and ventilation for leaks, condensation and other signs of damage.

Every homeowner receives a detailed, itemized quote that clearly explains the scope of work, materials, and costs—so there are no surprises. We walk you through each line, answer all your questions, and make sure you feel confident about the investment before any work begins.

Ready to Restore Your Home?

If you’re in Rolling Meadows, Arlington Heights, Mount Prospect, Des Plaines, Cary, Port Barrington, Woodstock, or nearby suburbs, schedule a FREE inspection today. We’ll assess your exterior, document storm impacts, and guide you through next steps.

Call 847-847-2883 or contact us online to book your inspection.