Hail season in North Texas usually runs from March into June, with the heaviest storms often in April and May. A little work before then makes a storm easier to deal with, and a lot easier to file a claim for if it comes to that.

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Look the roof over before the first storm

You can do most of this from the ground with binoculars or a phone camera zoomed in:

Missing, cracked or curling shingles

Shingles that look lifted along ridges and edges

Flashing that has pulled away from the chimney or walls

Rubber vent boots that look cracked or split

Moss or dark streaks on shaded slopes

If you see any of these, get them fixed before storm season. A roof with weak spots takes more damage from the same storm.

Clear the gutters and downspouts

Clogged gutters overflow in a heavy downpour. Water backs up under the shingles at the roof edge, spills against the siding and pools by the foundation. Clean them out, check that downspouts drain away from the house, and make sure the gutters are fastened tightly. Loose gutters are the first thing high wind pulls off.

Trim trees near the roof

Limbs that hang over the roof drop debris into valleys and can come down in high wind. Cut back branches that are touching or hanging close over the roof. For large limbs near power lines, call a licensed tree service.

Check the attic

On a sunny day, go up with a flashlight and look for:

Daylight coming through the decking

Water stains or dark spots on the underside of the roof

Damp or matted insulation

Signs of animals getting in

Any of these are easier to fix before a storm than during one.

Take pictures of the roof now

This step is the one most people skip. Photos of your roof in good condition, dated before the storm, make it much easier to show an adjuster what the storm did.

Walk around the house and photograph each side of the roof from the ground

Photograph gutters, downspouts, vents and the AC unit

Save the photos somewhere you will find them, like a shared album or cloud folder

Keep a copy of your insurance declarations page with them so you know your deductible and whether you have replacement-cost coverage.

Know when to call for help

If your roof is more than ten years old, or you have not had it checked since the last big storm, a professional inspection before hail season is worth it. It costs you nothing, and it gives you a documented baseline if you need to file later.

Questions homeowners ask

When is hail season in DFW?

Roughly March through June, though severe storms can hit in fall as well.

Should I upgrade to impact-resistant shingles?

If you are replacing the roof anyway, Class 4 impact-resistant shingles hold up better to hail, and many Texas insurers offer a premium discount for them. Ask your agent what the discount would be.

Call (855) 741-ROOF to schedule a pre-season inspection.

How to Prepare Your Roof for Storm Season in DFW