1-inch hail reported 5 mi N of Bridgewater
Hail was jagged, with some as long as a quarter, but most of it was pea to nickel sized.
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Metal roofs are less forgiving than shingles: seams, flashing and fastening details decide how long they last. Choose an installer who can show finished metal jobs and who uses the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
For McCook County, NOAA lists 12 hail reports (largest 1.75 in), 9 damaging-wind reports (up to 65 mph) and 2 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Hail was jagged, with some as long as a quarter, but most of it was pea to nickel sized.
A brief tornado was observed in an open field by a storm chaser around 1 mile north of Bridgewater. The tornado was estimated to touch down around one-half mile north of the Zion Bible Church on the north edge of Bridgewater. The...
Hail damaged young crops in the fields.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Salem
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Metal roof (panels) | $15,000 – $35,000 |
| Standing seam metal roof | $20,000 – $45,000 |
National planning ranges for an average ~2,000 sq ft home, not quotes. Local labor, roof pitch, layers to remove, materials and permits change the price.
Ask for local references, photos of completed metal jobs, proof of insurance and the panel manufacturer’s certification if they have one.
Not equally well. Metal needs different tools and flashing details; experience with metal specifically is important.
Many cities and counties require a building permit for roof work; the roofing company normally pulls it. Ask who is responsible and request a copy. Check with the McCook County building department for local rules.
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