Hailstorm hits Trenton —
here’s what to do.

If you live in Trenton or anywhere in Grundy County, you already know — the storms that rolled through recently left a lot of roofs in rough shape. We’ve had crews out assessing damage across the area, and we want to help you understand exactly what happened to your roof and what your next steps should be.

What the hail actually did

The storms brought hailstones large enough to bruise and crack asphalt shingles, dent gutters and downspouts, and damage soffit and fascia. Hail damage isn’t always obvious from the ground — the granule loss and bruising that matters most to your insurance adjuster is only visible up close on the roof surface itself.

What to look for from the ground before calling us:

• Dented or dinged gutters and downspouts
• Granules washed into gutters or downspout splashpads after rain
• Cracked or missing shingles visible from the yard
• Damaged window screens, siding, or AC unit fins (these confirm hail size)

Don’t wait on the inspection

Insurance companies have filing deadlines — most Missouri homeowner policies require you to report storm damage within one year, but the practical deadline is much sooner. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to prove the damage is storm-related rather than wear and tear. We recommend getting a professional inspection within the next few weeks while storm activity is fresh and adjuster timelines are in your favor.

How Whitney handles it

Our Gallatin crew knows the NW Missouri insurance process. Here’s what happens when you call us:

1. Free roof inspection. We get on the roof, photograph every impact point, measure hail strike density, and document damage to gutters, flashing, ridge caps, and pipe boots.
2. Insurance documentation. We put together a thorough damage report formatted the way adjusters expect to see it. We’ve worked with every major carrier operating in Missouri and know what they look for.
3. Adjuster walkthrough. We meet your adjuster on-site if you want a Whitney rep present. Having a contractor there often results in a more complete claim.
4. Repair or replacement. Once your claim is approved, we schedule your repair or full replacement and handle it start to finish — no subcontractors, same crew from estimate to cleanup.

Serving Trenton and all of Grundy County

We’re based in Gallatin and our crews are already working in the Trenton area. We serve all of Grundy County, as well as Daviess, Livingston, Sullivan, and Mercer counties. If your neighbor just had their roof done or you’ve seen our trucks on your street, that’s no coincidence — we’re active in the area right now.

Call or text (660) 605-0255 to schedule your free inspection. Same-week appointments available.