Roof Inspections for New Braunfels Homes
With large hail in half of the past ten years, an inspection is how you find out whether the last storm left anything behind.
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When an inspection makes sense
After any storm with hail or strong wind near your home.
Once a year, ideally before spring storm season.
Before you buy a house, so the roof is part of the negotiation.
Before you sell, so the buyer's inspector finds no surprises.
Before installing solar panels on the roof.
When you see a stain, find granules in the gutters or spot a missing shingle.
Reading the local numbers
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 44 hail reports within 10 miles of New Braunfels from 2015 through 2024. Eight of them were 1.75 inches or larger, and they came in 2015, 2019, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The largest was 2 inches, on March 23, 2021.
Half of the homes here were built before 2006 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). A roof that has been in place since then has likely seen several large-hail years. The damage may not leak yet, but it is wearing the roof faster. An inspection shows where that wear is and how serious it is.
What the inspection covers
Roof surface
Shingles, metal, tile or shake checked for impact marks, cracks, missing pieces and granule loss.
Flashing and seals
Walls, chimneys, skylights and pipe boots, where water most often gets in.
Gutters and edges
Dents, loose hangers, drip edge and fascia condition.
Attic and decking
Stains, damp insulation, soft boards and ventilation.
Written results
Photos of each issue and a free estimate if work is needed.
Why one storm is not the whole story
With large hail reported near New Braunfels in 2015, 2019, 2021, 2022 and 2023, many roofs have been through more than one damaging storm. Each storm adds a layer of wear, and old damage keeps aging after new damage arrives. Without dated records, it gets hard to say what happened when.
A yearly inspection solves that. Each report gives you photos of the roof on a known date. If a storm hits next spring, you can compare before and after instead of guessing. That record is useful when you plan repairs, budget for a replacement or talk with your insurance company about a specific storm.
Inspections when buying or selling
About 65 percent of occupied homes in New Braunfels are owner-occupied (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024), and homes change hands often in a growing city. A general home inspection covers the whole house but may only look at the roof from a ladder. A roofer's inspection looks closer at the shingles, flashing and decking.
For buyers, the photos help you understand what you are getting. For sellers, finding and fixing small items first can keep a sale on track. Our guide on does a new roof increase home value in Texas adds context.
After the report
Nothing found
Keep the photos as a record of the roof's condition on that date.
End of life
Plan a replacement on your schedule instead of after a leak.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during a roof inspection after hail?
The roofer checks every slope for bruises and cracks, looks at vents, gutters and flashing for dents, and checks the attic for leaks. Photos document each finding. Our article on what a roof inspection after hail includes explains each step, and our roof inspection service page has more detail.
Do I need an inspection if nothing is leaking?
It is a good idea after any storm with large hail. Hail damage often does not leak right away. The roof keeps shedding water while the damaged spots wear faster. Finding them early lets you repair them and keeps clear records tied to the storm date.
Can I check my roof myself first?
From the ground and the attic, yes. Look for missing shingles, dented gutters and vents, granules near downspouts and stains on the attic decking. Stay off the roof itself. Walking on it is risky and can damage shingles that are already bruised.
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