A New Roof for Your Southlake Home: Timing and Choices
In a town with this much hail, the roof you choose and when you replace it matter more than in most places. Here is a practical way to decide.
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Deciding if it is time
Check the age
Find out when the current roof went on. Home records, permits or the previous owner's paperwork can help.
Look at storm history
Note any hail claims or repairs since it was installed. Several storms can age a roof faster than the calendar.
Get an inspection
A roofer looks at every slope and the attic, with photos. Start at roof inspection in Southlake.
Compare costs
Weigh the price of ongoing repairs against a full replacement. Our guide on roof repair vs. replacement helps.
Plan the budget
Financing is available, and GemSco offers discounts for military, first responders and seniors.
Why Southlake homeowners face this decision often
The census shows 95% of homes in Southlake are owner-occupied, and half were built before 1997 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024). Owners here carry the full cost and the full benefit of the roof over their heads, and many of those roofs are on houses close to three decades old.
Then there is hail. NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 51 hail reports of 1.75 inches or larger within 10 miles of Southlake from 2015 through 2024. The largest, 4.25 inches, came on June 11, 2023. Stones that size can break through shingles outright. Even smaller large hail shortens the life of a roof, so a roof here may need replacing sooner than its age alone suggests.
Roof shape matters as well. A house with several roof planes, dormers and walls tying into the roof is more complex to replace. More planes mean more valleys and flashing joints, and each one has to be done right on a replacement.
Roofing materials for a hail-prone town
Class 4 asphalt shingles
Shingles tested to UL 2218 Class 4 for impact. They are not hail-proof, but they resist cracking better than standard shingles.
Stone-coated steel
Steel panels with a stone finish that can look like shingle, shake or tile. The coating can hide minor dents.
Standing seam and other metal
Long life and good wind resistance. Big hail can dent it even when it does not leak.
Concrete or clay tile
Heavy and long-lasting, but individual tiles can crack in a hard storm and the frame must carry the load.
Wood shake
A classic look that needs more maintenance and can split under impact.
What a complete estimate should list
Full tear-off down to the decking, not a layover.
How decking repairs will be measured and priced.
The brand and line of shingles or other material.
Underlayment, drip edge, valley and wall flashing.
Ventilation changes for the attic, if needed.
Cleanup, haul-off and a final walk-through.
Built by a certified team
GemSco is an elite contractor for Owens Corning and GAF, family owned, fully licensed and insured, with 20+ years of experience. We install asphalt shingle, metal, stone-coated, tile and wood shake roofs, and estimates are free. To understand how a new roof can affect your home's value, read does a new roof increase home value in Texas. Learn more about our roof replacement service, roof financing, or our work in Southlake.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Class 4 shingles worth it in Southlake?
Given how often large hail has been reported near Southlake, many owners choose them. Class 4 shingles pass the UL 2218 impact test and tend to hold up better than standard shingles. They can still be damaged by very large hail. Some insurers treat impact-rated roofs differently, so ask your agent.
Can I put a new roof over the old one?
Some codes allow a second layer, but a tear-off is usually the better choice. Removing the old roof lets the crew see and fix damaged decking, set new flashing and install fresh underlayment. A layover hides problems and adds weight to the structure.
What is the best time of year to replace a roof in Southlake?
Spring and early summer bring the most storms, and that is also when roofers are busiest. Fall often has steadier weather and easier scheduling. That said, a roof that is leaking should not wait for a perfect season. See our guide on the best time to replace a roof in Texas.
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