Laredo, TX · Storm Damage Repair

Storm Damage Roof Repair in Laredo, Texas

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Short answer: After hail or wind damage in Laredo, photograph the roof and book an inspection before you call the insurer: coverage and reporting deadlines depend on your policy and circumstances. This is general information; check your policy and contact your insurer promptly. In Laredo: 18 days with hail 1 inch or larger, 2014–June 2026. Ask any roofer for a license number and a certificate of insurance.

Get a free quote See Laredo in numbers
  • 18days with hail 1 inch or larger, 2014–June 2026
  • 3.25 inlargest hailstone reported
  • 1tornadoes in the county, 2014–2026 (strongest EF0)
  • 1996median year homes were built

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

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Storm-damage roof repair is routine in Laredo: the area logs around 8 significant hail events per year, and the bruising, granule loss, and dented flashing those storms leave are the leading reason local crews stay busy. Homeowners policies typically cover sudden hail and wind events in a high-risk area like Laredo, but insurers expect a claim within a year of the event — get a contractor to document damage before it weathers away.

Laredo in numbers

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

  • #194of 209Laredo ranks #194 of the 209 cities we cover for damaging thunderstorm-wind days (low end).
  • #194of 209Laredo ranks #194 of the 209 cities we cover for share of homes built before 1980 (low end).
  • #190of 209Laredo ranks #190 of the 209 cities we cover for yearly rainfall (low end).
  • #188of 209Laredo ranks #188 of the 209 cities we cover for freeze-thaw days (low end).

Hail reports per year in the county

Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025 9 2017 2 2018 1 2019 2 2020 13 2022 2 2023 10 2024 1 2025
Hail events per year in the county, 2017 to 2025
20179
20182
20191
20202
202213
20232
202410
20251

40 recorded events across 8 years represented in the data. 2022 had the most events among represented full years: 13.

Years without a data row: 2021. Missing rows are not treated as zero; no annual average is shown.

Source: NOAA hail events, county level · data as of 2017–2025

Costliest storm day on record

May 21, 2017

14 reports that day (8 wind, 6 hail); reported property damage $20,275,000; county FIPS 48479, 2014–June 2026

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

When storms hit Laredo

Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined 0 Jan 0 Feb 8 Mar 10 Apr 32 May 1 Jun 0 Jul 0 Aug 0 Sep 0 Oct 0 Nov 0 Dec
Hail reports by month in the county, all years combined
Jan0
Feb0
Mar8
Apr10
May32
Jun1
Jul0
Aug0
Sep0
Oct0
Nov0
Dec0

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

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

Roofing trade around Laredo

  • 9 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 39 people; 78% have fewer than 5 employees.
  • A roofer's median pay here is $46,030 a year (Texas).
Source: Census CBP · data as of 2023 Source: BLS OEWS, roofers · data as of May 2025

Laredo storm record: Webb County

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

  • 1755Founded
  • 449 ft (137 m)Elevation

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  • 301 to 1.74 in
  • 161.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
  • 42.75 in and up, baseball

Largest plotted stone: 3.25 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.

50 reports of 1 inch or larger have coordinates. 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
May 17, 2016 3.25 in, about the size of a teacup 2 Pescadito
May 21, 2017 2.75 in, about the size of a baseball 6 Aguilares
June 24, 2019 2.75 in, about the size of a baseball 1 Callaghan
“Television station showed pictures of hail through social media in excess of three inches in diameter in the community of Ranchitos Las Lomas. Several cars suffered broken windshields. Several homes had holes where hail went through the roof or walls. A county vehicle suffered hail damage.”
National Weather Service report, May 17, 2016
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026

Last big hail on record

May 13, 2024

Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 13 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.

Strongest tornado

EF0 · May 13, 2015

It stayed on the ground for 0.62 miles and was up to 50 yards wide.

Strongest thunderstorm gust

96 mph · May 21, 2017

Damage survey in connection with a severe thunderstorm revealed straight-line wind damage along a line around 5 miles in length and 1 mile in width across northwest Laredo.

What it means for storm damage repair

In 2014–2026, NOAA logged 13 days with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in Webb County. After a day like that, photograph the roof before anyone tarps it and keep the date: insurers ask for it.

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

What it costs in Laredo

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

That typical price is about 5.7% of the median Laredo home value ($182,400).

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

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What Laredo's climate means for storm damage repair

  • After Laredo's hail, check for bruised soft spots and granules in the gutters within 30 days — impact damage is rarely visible from the ground, so document it before filing.
  • Ice-dam leaks in Laredo surface as ceiling stains near the eaves; these are storm-related water claims worth documenting separately from ordinary wear.

Roofers in Laredo, TX

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

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

Storm Damage Repair in Laredo: questions

How do I find a storm damage repair company in Laredo?
PickARoofer lists roofing companies serving Laredo, TX. This is a general roofing directory; confirm storm damage repair 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 storm damage repair in Laredo?
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 Laredo?
The largest hail NOAA logged near Laredo measured 3.25 inches, about the size of a teacup. Hail of an inch or more fell on 18 days in the same record. The biggest day was May 17, 2016, with 2 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 Laredo?
May is the worst month: 63% of the 51 hail reports NOAA holds for the county came then. Reports run from March to May. Book the inspection before March, while crews still have open dates.
What does roofing cost in Laredo?
For an average 2,000 sq ft home we model asphalt-shingle re-roof at $6,510 to $14,415 in Laredo, around $10,450 in the middle. That is about 5.7% of the median home value of $182,400. Your quote moves with roof size, pitch and how many layers come off.
How many roofing companies work around Laredo?
The Census Bureau counts 9 roofing companies with payroll in Webb County, employing about 39 people. 77.8% of them have fewer than five employees, so most quotes come from owner-run crews. A roofer's median pay is $46,030 a year (BLS).
What hail damage should I look for after a Laredo-area storm?
Hail damage to asphalt shingles shows as random soft bruising (a spongy spot when you press the shingle), loss of surface granules, and sometimes cracking or splitting on direct impacts. Metal components tell the story more clearly: dented gutters, soffit, vents, and flashing photograph cleanly for an insurance adjuster. Because Laredo averages around 8 significant hail events per year, insurers here are familiar with the damage pattern — get a contractor inspection within 30 days while evidence is fresh and before the storm claim window tightens.
How quickly can storm damage be repaired in Laredo?
Timing for emergency tarping to stop active water intrusion depends on crew availability and weather, so ask when a contractor calls. Full storm-damage repair — tear-off, decking assessment, new shingles or panels — typically takes one to three days once materials are sourced. After a major regional storm event, expect scheduling delays of one to three weeks as local contractor capacity fills up. PickARoofer sends your request to a contractor serving your area, who contacts you directly.
Do I need a permit for storm damage repair 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.