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Roof Inspection Services in Dallas, Texas

Know your roof's real condition before it becomes an emergency. 23 local roofers listed, 20 verified.

Short answer: A professional roof inspection in Dallas costs $150–$400 for a standard home, and many roofers do it free when you are getting a repair quote; after a hail day or 50+ mph wind, book one before you file a claim. In Dallas: 49.5% of homes built before 1980. 20 of the roofers below have a license we checked; for any other, ask for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

Get a free quote See Dallas in numbers
  • 49.5%of homes built before 1980
  • 1980median year homes were built
  • 68hail days (1 inch+), 2014–2026
  • 42.4%of homes are owner-occupied

How much life is left in my Dallas roof?

Typical lifespans are published ranges for each material; for a Dallas house, real life also depends on installation, attic ventilation and the weather Dallas gets.

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Dallas in numbers

Public records for Dallas and its county, not estimates. Each figure shows its source.

  • #8of 212Dallas ranks #8 of the 212 cities we cover for hail days of 1 inch or more.
  • #18of 212Dallas ranks #18 of the 212 cities we cover for largest hailstone on record.
  • #44of 213Dallas ranks #44 of the 213 cities we cover for median home value.

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2026* 13 2017 13 2018 20 2019 9 2020 29 2021 12 2022 51 2023 28 2024 16 2025 28 2026*
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2026*
201713
201813
201920
20209
202129
202212
202351
202428
202516
2026*28

219 recorded events across 9 full years plus 2026 to June represented in the data, about 21.2 per represented full year. 2023 had the most events among represented full years: 51.

2026 covers only January to June: NOAA's file ends there, so it is not counted as the worst year or in the yearly average.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2017–2026*

Costliest storm day on record

Oct 20, 2019

8 reports that day (3 hail, 3 tornado, 2 wind); reported property damage $1,960,025,000; county FIPS 48113, 2014–2026 (2026 runs to June)

Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014–2026

When storms hit Dallas

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 5 Jan 0 Feb 38 Mar 73 Apr 46 May 40 Jun 2 Jul 6 Aug 18 Sep 10 Oct 2 Nov 1 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan5
Feb0
Mar38
Apr73
May46
Jun40
Jul2
Aug6
Sep18
Oct10
Nov2
Dec1

Most hail reports come in April; the season runs March to October. Book inspections and repairs before that window, not after.

Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014–2026

Roofing trade around Dallas

  • 243 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 2,760 people; 72% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $46,990 a year (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Dallas storm record: Dallas County

What the National Weather Service logged in Dallas County in 2014–2026. County level, because storm reports are filed by county, not by city limits.

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  • 430 ft (131 m)Elevation
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  • 1001 to 1.74 in
  • 341.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 62.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 4 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

191 reports of 1 inch or larger have coordinates; the map shows the 140 largest. Each dot is a reported location, not a storm path.

Sources: NOAA, Census county outline

Biggest hail days

DateLargest hailReports that dayWhere it was reported
June 12, 2023 4 in, about the size of a grapefruit 9 Cedar Hill · $2 million damage
June 6, 2018 3 in, about the size of a teacup 5 Coppell
April 25, 2026 3 in, about the size of a teacup 5 Lakeview
“A social media photo indicated 4-inch diameter hail near Cedar Hill.”
National Weather Service report, June 12, 2023
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

April 27, 2026

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 16 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF4 · December 26, 2015

It stayed on the ground for 9.21 miles and was up to 550 yards wide. The Garland and Rowlett tornado began in Sunnyvale, where several mobile homes were destroyed along a wide and long path. The full tornado length was a little over 13 miles, with nearly ten miles within Dallas County.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

96 mph · May 28, 2024

Intense thunderstorm winds produced significant damage across Garland. A NWS Storm Survey determined wind speeds up to 95 mph moved through the city. Widespread tree, fence, and minor roof damage was observed throughout much of Garland, consistent with straight line winds in the range of 65 - 80 mph.

Storm data: NOAA Storm Events (public domain). City facts: Wikidata (CC0).

What it costs in Dallas

Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, adjusted for Dallas labor and material prices. Your quote depends on roof size, pitch and scope.

That typical price is about 3.5% of the median Dallas home value ($295,300).

Source: Census ACS (Dallas city) · data as of 2019–2023

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What Dallas's climate means for roof inspection

  • Schedule a Dallas inspection within 30 days of any major hail — adjusters and contractors both rely on prompt documentation before damage weathers away.
  • Annual inspections in Dallas target the freeze-thaw weak points — sealant, valleys, and flashing — where leaks begin before they show inside.

Roofers in Dallas, TX

23 listed, first 20 shown. Roofers we verified against a public registry come first.

This list covers roofing companies generally. Confirm roof inspection experience, materials, insurance and current availability with each company. A Verified badge refers to the registry check, not a confirmed specialty.

Roof Inspection in Dallas: questions

How do I find a roof inspection company in Dallas?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Dallas, TX. This is a general roofing directory; confirm roof inspection experience and availability with each company. A Verified badge describes a separate registry check, not a confirmed service specialty or insurance check. Confirm scope, insurance and availability directly. Requests go to one contractor at a time, with up to three attempts; a response or start date is not guaranteed. Free for homeowners.
Will insurance pay for storm-related roof inspection in Dallas?
Coverage, deductibles and reporting deadlines depend on your policy and circumstances. Document damage safely, contact your insurer promptly and ask for a written repair scope. This directory cannot determine coverage.
How big does hail get near Dallas?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Dallas measured 4 inches, about the size of a grapefruit. Hail of an inch or more fell on 68 days in the same record. The biggest day was June 12, 2023, with 9 reports. The National Weather Service calls hail of 1 inch or larger severe; the bigger the stone, the more likely it is to crack a shingle.
How long does a Texas insurer have to answer a roof claim?
Texas sets time limits in writing. For example, the insurer must acknowledge your claim within 15 days (Tex. Ins. Code §542.055(a)(1)). The full list and a date calculator are on our Texas claim-deadlines page: pickaroofer.com/claim-deadlines/tx.
When is hail season in Dallas?
April is the worst month: 30% of the 241 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. 97% of reports fall from March to October; the other 8 come in January (5), November (2), December (1). The hail record does not say when crews are free, so ask each roofer for its current start date.
What does roofing cost in Dallas?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model asphalt-shingle re-roof at $6,510 to $14,415 in Dallas, around $10,450 in the middle. That is about 3.5% of the median home value of $295,300. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
How many roofing companies work around Dallas?
The Census Bureau counts 243 roofing companies with payroll in Dallas County, employing about 2,760 people. 72.4% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $46,990 a year (BLS).
How old are the homes in Dallas, and does it matter for the roof?
In the city of Dallas, the median home was built in 1980, and 49.5% of homes date from before 1980 (Census ACS). A roof on a home that old has often been re-covered at least once, so ask the roofer whether there is a second layer underneath: it changes the tear-off cost. The area sees about 32 freeze-thaw days a year, which loosens flashing and sealant.
Do I need a permit for roof inspection in Texas?
Permit requirements depend on the property, scope of work and local jurisdiction. Check with the city or county building department and confirm who will obtain any required permit before work starts.

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Figures above: NOAA Storm Events Database (hail, wind, tornado; county of the city, 2014–2026), U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year estimates (housing), NASA POWER (temperature and rain, 2014–2023). Prices: our published price method. How we collect data.