Roof Replacement in Highland Village: Building for the Next Storm
A new roof in Highland Village has to handle more large hail than most. Here is how to tell when it is time, and how to choose a roof built for the conditions.
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Highland Village by the numbers
4.25-inch hail
The largest stone NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged within 10 miles of the city from 2015 through 2024, on March 26, 2017.
54 large-hail reports
Reports of hail 1.75 inches or larger in that same area and period, out of 171 total.
Built before 1993
Half of local homes date from before 1993 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024).
92% owner-occupied
Most homes are lived in by the owner, who makes the call and lives with the roof for years.
What those numbers mean for your roof
Hail fell here in 8 of the 10 years from 2015 through 2024. A roof in Highland Village is likely to see several damaging storms over its life, not just one. That changes the math. A cheaper roof replaced after every big storm can cost more over time than a tougher roof that holds up.
Home age matters too. A house that is 33 years old may have decking, vents and flashing from an earlier roof. A replacement is the moment to fix all of that, not just swap the shingles. Our guide on things to do before replacing your roof is a useful checklist.
Ventilation is worth a separate look. A hot attic bakes shingles from below, and many older homes were built with less intake and exhaust venting than a new roof needs. Fixing it during a replacement costs far less than adding it later. Our article on how roof ventilation protects your home explains why it matters in Texas heat.
Signs you are past the point of repair
Hail damage across most slopes after a large storm.
Repeated leaks in different parts of the house.
Shingles curling, cracking or losing most of their granules.
Soft spots when you walk the roof or sagging seen from the attic.
A roof that has reached the end of its expected life. See how long roofing materials last in Texas.
Roof options for a hail-heavy area
Impact-rated shingles
Asphalt shingles tested to UL 2218 Class 4 resist cracking better than standard shingles and look the same from the street.
Metal
Sheds water and wind well. Large hail can dent some panels, so ask about panel thickness and finish.
Stone-coated steel
Steel panels with a stone finish that gives the look of shingle or tile with the strength of metal.
Tile
Long-lasting and heavy. The framing has to be checked before switching from shingles.
Getting the project started
It starts with an inspection and a free written estimate. If the replacement follows a storm, coverage depends on your policy and your insurer, and our page on roof insurance claims explains the process. If you need to spread out the cost, financing is available through roof financing.
Before you sign, compare written estimates line by line. Look for tear-off, decking, underlayment, flashing, ventilation and clean-up. A low price that leaves out the deck or the flashing is not a lower price once the job starts.
GemSco is an elite contractor for Owens Corning and GAF, family owned, and fully licensed and insured. See our roof replacement service or our work in Highland Village.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Class 4 shingle worth it in Highland Village?
With 54 reports of hail 1.75 inches or larger nearby from 2015 through 2024, many homeowners here find impact-rated shingles worth comparing. They resist cracking better than standard shingles. Some insurers treat impact-rated roofs differently, so ask your insurance company what applies to your policy.
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most homes take a short stretch of days, but the size of the roof, the material, the weather and any decking repairs all change it. Our article on how long a roof replacement takes in Texas covers what affects the schedule.
Should the gutters be replaced with the roof?
If the gutters are dented, sagging or leaking, doing them together makes sense. The roof edge is open during the job, so fascia rot can be fixed before new gutters go on. See gutter installation in Highland Village for more.
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