Between the hail corridor that runs through Dallas-Fort Worth every spring and the straight-line wind events that follow, roofs, siding, and windows in North Texas take a beating most of the country never sees. Alpine Exteriors repairs storm damage for homeowners across Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, Arlington, Irving, McKinney, and Denton, and this page covers what that work actually involves — not a generic storm-repair pitch, but the specifics of doing this job correctly in this climate.
Storm damage repair starts with an honest assessment, because not every mark on a roof or a siding panel needs a full replacement. We inspect for hail bruising and granule loss on asphalt shingles, cracked or split fiber cement and vinyl siding, dented or creased metal flashing and gutters, broken or fractured window glass and screens, and wind damage to roof edges, ridge caps, and fascia. We also check for the damage that's easy to miss from the ground: soft spots in decking under a shingle mat that looks intact, lifted shingle tabs that haven't fully separated yet, and hairline cracks in siding that will let water in during the next rain even though the piece is still attached.
Scope of work ranges from spot repairs — replacing a section of shingles, swapping a few cracked siding panels, resealing flashing — up to full roof or elevation replacement when the damage is widespread or when an insurance adjuster's scope calls for it. We'll tell you plainly when a repair is the right call versus when patching a heavily hail-pitted roof is just delaying a full tear-off you'll need in a year or two anyway.
For roofing, we install architectural (laminate) asphalt shingles as the standard choice, and we offer Class 4 impact-rated shingles as an upgrade for homeowners who want better hail resistance and, in many cases, a discount on their homeowners insurance premium — check with your carrier, since Texas insurers vary on how much of a credit they actually apply. Metal roofing is available for homeowners who want a longer service life and strong wind uplift performance, though it carries a higher upfront cost and, on impact, will show cosmetic denting from large hail even when it hasn't failed structurally.
For siding, we work with fiber cement (James Hardie and comparable products), which holds up well to hail and doesn't warp in extreme heat, and vinyl siding, which costs less but is more prone to cracking under hail impact and can visibly warp or buckle near grills, dark-colored surfaces, or reflected sun off low-E windows during peak summer heat. We'll walk you through the trade-off directly: fiber cement costs more installed but resists both hail and thermal distortion better than vinyl, which is why we don't push vinyl as a blanket recommendation in this market even though it's a reasonable budget option for some homes.
For windows, we install impact-resistant and standard dual-pane options in vinyl and fiberglass frames, sized and sealed to handle the expansion and contraction that comes from North Texas's wide temperature swings between winter mornings and summer afternoons.
We start with a free on-site inspection, documenting damage with photos and, where relevant, chalk-testing the roof slopes for hail hits. If you're filing an insurance claim, we'll walk the roof with your adjuster when scheduling allows, since a second set of eyes on hail impacts — which can be subtle on some shingle types — often prevents a scope from getting shorted. From there we put together a written estimate broken out by material and labor, order materials (lead times can stretch during peak storm season when every roofing crew in DFW is booked), and schedule the work.
Installation itself typically takes one to three days for a roof, depending on size and complexity, and one to two weeks for a full siding elevation. We tarp and protect landscaping, run magnetic nail sweeps after tear-off, and do a final walkthrough with you before we consider the job closed. If damage turns out to be more extensive once we open things up — rotted decking under shingles, for example — we'll stop and get your sign-off before proceeding rather than quietly padding the invoice.
North Texas sits in one of the more active hail zones in the country, and repair decisions here need to account for a few things that don't apply everywhere. First, hail damage is often cumulative and not obvious from the street — a roof that "looks fine" after a storm can have granule loss and mat bruising that shortens its remaining life by years, which is why we recommend an inspection after any hail event with stones dime-sized or larger, even if nothing looks visibly broken.
Second, straight-line wind and downburst events are common here and can do as much damage as hail, particularly to ridge caps, roof edges, and loosely fastened siding. Wind-driven rain during these events also finds its way into any gap in flashing or siding laps, so we pay close attention to sealing details, not just replacing the visibly broken pieces.
Third, the region's clay-heavy soil and extreme summer heat contribute to foundation movement, which over time can cause siding gaps, window frame misalignment, and stucco or fiber cement cracking that isn't storm damage at all — it's a separate, ongoing issue. Part of an honest assessment is telling you which cracks are storm-related and covered by a wind/hail claim, and which are foundation-related and need a different kind of contractor.
Fourth, Texas windstorm and hail coverage is typically part of a standard homeowners policy here (unlike the separate windstorm pools some coastal states require), but most policies carry a separate, often percentage-based, wind/hail deductible that's higher than your standard deductible — know that number before you file. We're not a public adjuster and don't represent your insurer, but we document damage thoroughly enough to support your claim and can meet an adjuster on-site if you request it.
Finally, building codes vary by city in this region — Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, and the surrounding suburbs each administer their own permitting, and requirements around decking replacement, ice-and-water shield at eaves, and fastening schedules can differ slightly. We pull permits and build to the code that applies to your specific address rather than a one-size-fits-all standard.
Alpine Exteriors repairs storm damage throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, Arlington, Irving, McKinney, Denton, and the surrounding communities. If your address falls outside this list but is reasonably close, ask us — service radius shifts somewhat based on current crew scheduling and storm-season demand.
Some hail impact is genuinely cosmetic — metal that's dented but not cracked, for instance — while shingle bruising can compromise the mat underneath even when the surface still looks intact. The reliable way to tell is a physical inspection with chalk-testing on each roof slope, which is part of what we do on-site rather than relying on photos alone.
Most Texas homeowners policies cover wind and hail damage, but with a separate deductible that's often a percentage of your dwelling coverage rather than a flat dollar amount, and coverage details vary by carrier and policy year. We can't tell you what your specific policy covers — that's a conversation with your agent or adjuster — but we can document damage in a way that supports whatever claim you file.
It depends on your insurer and your risk tolerance. Class 4 shingles hold up better to hail impact and some carriers offer a premium discount for installing them, but not all do, and the discount doesn't always offset the higher material cost within a few years. Ask your insurance agent for their specific discount before deciding, and we're happy to give you pricing on both options so you can compare.
It depends on storm severity and how many properties in DFW were hit at the same time. After a major regional hail event, inspection scheduling can back up by one to two weeks because demand spikes across the whole metro at once. For isolated or less severe damage, we're usually able to inspect within a few days. Calling early, even just to get on the schedule, helps.
If a recent storm has left hail marks, wind-lifted shingles, or cracked siding on your North Texas home, don't wait for a small problem to become a bigger one during the next rain. Contact Alpine Exteriors for a free, no-obligation inspection, and we'll give you a straight assessment of what needs repair, what can wait, and what your options are.