Planning a Roof Replacement in Fort Worth
Replacing a roof is a once-in-a-long-while project. In a city with frequent large hail, the timing and the materials you choose carry more weight.
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Materials worth comparing
Asphalt shingles
The most common roof in the area. Architectural shingles have a thicker, layered look.
Class 4 shingles
Tested to UL 2218 for impact resistance. Not hail-proof, but built to take hits better.
Metal
Light, long-lived and quick to shed water. See asphalt shingles vs. metal roofing in Texas.
Stone-coated steel
Steel with a granular finish that mimics shingle, shake or tile.
Tile and wood shake
Distinct looks for certain home styles. Tile needs framing strong enough for its weight.
The Fort Worth case for planning ahead
NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 31 reports of hail 1.75 inches or larger within 10 miles of Fort Worth from 2015 through 2024. Large hail came in 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023 and 2024. The biggest stone measured 3 inches, on October 10, 2019, a reminder that big hail is not only a spring event.
Half of the homes in Fort Worth were built before 1994 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). Many are now on a second roof that has been through several of those storm years. 57 percent of homes are owner-occupied, and the rest are rentals, where the owner makes the replacement call. Either way, it pays to choose materials with the storm record in mind.
A planned replacement also gives you choices a rushed one does not. You have time to compare bids, pick a color and material without pressure, and schedule the work outside the busiest weeks after a storm. When a roof is replaced right after a hail event, many owners are deciding at the same time, and crews and materials are in high demand.
Signs you are past the repair stage
Repairs keep moving from one slope to another.
Shingles are curled, cracked or bald across most of the roof.
Granules fill the gutters after every rain.
The deck feels soft in more than one area.
Hail damage covers several slopes. Read roof repair vs. replacement.
How the project runs
Inspection
We photograph every slope, the flashing and the attic when we can reach it.
Written estimate
Materials, underlayment, flashing and deck repair are spelled out. See what to include in a roof replacement estimate.
Tear-off and deck check
The old roof comes off and damaged boards are replaced.
New roof
Underlayment, drip edge, flashing, shingles and ventilation go on.
Final review
We clean up and walk the finished roof with you.
Budget and next steps
GemSco gives free written estimates, and financing is available. Military, first responders and seniors receive discounts. See roof financing and how to budget for a roof replacement.
If hail caused the damage, read hail damage roof repair in Fort Worth before you start. If you plan to add solar, replace the roof first so the panels do not have to come off later. More on the service at roof replacement.
Before the crew arrives, clear the attic area under the roof of fragile items and move cars out of the driveway. Our guide on what happens during a professional roof replacement explains the day itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a new roof add value to a Fort Worth home?
A new roof removes a major concern for buyers and inspectors, which helps a sale go smoothly. How much value it adds depends on the market and the house. Read does a new roof increase home value in Texas for the factors that matter most.
Can I replace my roof before insurance approves the claim?
You can, but it can make the claim harder, because the adjuster may want to see the damaged roof. If water is coming in, a temporary repair protects the house while you wait. Read can you replace your roof before insurance approves before you decide.
Is a fall roof replacement a good idea?
Fall often brings milder temperatures that suit installation, and it gets the work done before spring storms. Hail can still fall then, as the 3-inch stones on October 10, 2019 showed. The best time is the one that lets you plan, compare estimates and schedule without pressure.
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