Storm Damage Roof Repair in Waco, Texas
Hail or wind damage? Get a free assessment and insurance help. 26 local roofers listed, 1 verified.
Short answer: After hail or wind damage in Waco, 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 Waco: 38 days with hail 1 inch or larger, 2014–June 2026. 1 of the roofers below have a license we checked; for any other, ask for a license number and a certificate of insurance.
- 38days with hail 1 inch or larger, 2014–June 2026
- 4.5 inlargest hailstone reported
- 10tornadoes in the county, 2014–2026 (strongest EF2)
- 1977median year homes were built
How much life is left in my Waco roof?
Typical lifespans are published ranges for each material; for a Waco house, real life also depends on installation, attic ventilation and the weather Waco gets.
If insurance covers it, what do I pay in Waco?
Only if the claim is approved. The ACV math is a straight-line example over a 25-year life; insurers writing Waco policies use their own schedules, so check your policy.
Has hail hit my Waco roof since it was installed?
County-level hail reports for Waco from the NOAA archive this page uses; a county report is not proof of damage at your Waco address.
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- Move valuables out from under the leak, put a bucket under the drip, and cut power at the breaker to any area where water is near an outlet or fixture — if you can do that safely.
- Stay off the roof. A wet or storm-damaged roof is a fall hazard, day or night — leave the climbing to a licensed contractor.
- Take dated photos and video of the damage, inside and out, before you clean anything up — insurance claims usually need this.
Storm-damage roof repair is routine in Waco: 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 Waco, but insurers expect a claim within a year of the event — get a contractor to document damage before it weathers away.
Waco in numbers
Public records for Waco and its county, not estimates. Each figure shows its source.
- #9of 209Waco ranks #9 of the 209 cities we cover for largest hailstone on record.
- #38of 209Waco ranks #38 of the 209 cities we cover for hail days of 1 inch or more.
- #171of 209Waco ranks #171 of the 209 cities we cover for damaging thunderstorm-wind days (low end).
- #171of 209Waco ranks #171 of the 209 cities we cover for freeze-thaw days (low end).
Hail reports per year in the county
| 2017 | 11 |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2025 | 14 |
| 2026* | 12 |
123 recorded events across 9 full years plus 2026 to June represented in the data, about 12.3 per represented full year. 2023 had the most events among represented full years: 23.
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
Apr 26, 2023
14 reports that day (10 hail, 2 wind, 2 tornado); reported property damage $7,352,000; county FIPS 48309, 2014–June 2026
Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014–June 2026When storms hit Waco
| Jan | 0 |
|---|---|
| Feb | 0 |
| Mar | 9 |
| Apr | 65 |
| May | 37 |
| Jun | 13 |
| Jul | 0 |
| Aug | 0 |
| Sep | 1 |
| Oct | 5 |
| Nov | 2 |
| Dec | 5 |
Most hail reports come in April; the season runs March to June. Book inspections and repairs before that window, not after.
Source: NOAA Storm Events · data as of 2014–June 2026Roofing trade around Waco
- 28 roofing companies with payroll in the county, employing about 282 people; 54% have fewer than 5 employees.
- A roofer's median pay here is $49,000 a year (Waco, TX Metro Area).
Waco storm record: McLennan County
What the National Weather Service logged in McLennan County in 2014–2026. County level, because storm reports are filed by county, not by city limits.
- 1849Founded
- 469 ft (143 m)Elevation
- Waco tribeNamed after
Where hail of 1 inch or more was reported in McLennan County
- 711 to 1.74 in
- 241.75 to 2.74 in, golf ball to tennis ball
- 102.75 in and up, baseball
Largest plotted stone: 4.5 in. Bigger dots are bigger stones.
105 reports of 1 inch or larger have coordinates. Each dot is a reported location, not a storm path.
Sources: NOAA, Census county outlineBiggest hail days
| Date | Largest hail | Reports that day | Where it was reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 26, 2023 | 4.5 in, about the size of a softball | 10 | Waco · $7 million damage |
| June 16, 2023 | 3.5 in, about the size of a teacup | 7 | Lorena |
| April 28, 2026 | 3 in, about the size of a teacup | 9 | West |
“Large hail up to 4.5 inches was reported 2 miles east of Waco. Numerous vehicles and buildings were damaged from the large hail that fell in and around Waco.”Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · data as of 2014–2026
National Weather Service report, April 26, 2023
Last big hail on record
April 28, 2026
Hail of 1.75 inches (golf ball) or larger fell on 15 days in 2014–2026. Our records end where NOAA's do, so a newer storm may not be listed yet.
Strongest tornado
EF2 · April 26, 2024
It stayed on the ground for 3.68 miles and was up to 165 yards wide. A tornado developed north of Tours, just west of Berger Road. This tornado initially damaged trees and a shed, but strengthened as it crossed Czech Hall Road. The tornado hit a property on County Line Road causing EF-2 damage to a barn and a shop on the property.
Strongest thunderstorm gust
81 mph · April 8, 2021
Two neighboring properties were damaged by winds between Lorena and Moody. On one property, the porch of the home was damaged and a 30x40 metal barn with a steel frame was demolished. On the second property the roof was torn off a barndominium. Large trees were also damaged on both properties.
What it means for storm damage repair
In 2014–2026, NOAA logged 15 days with hail of 1.75 inches or larger in McLennan 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 Waco
Asphalt-shingle re-roof, 2,000 sq ft home, adjusted for Waco labor and material prices. Your quote depends on roof size, pitch and scope.
$6,510 Typical $10,450 High
$14,415
That typical price is about 5.2% of the median Waco home value ($199,600).
Source: Census ACS (Waco city) · data as of 2019–2023What Waco's climate means for storm damage repair
- After Waco'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.
- Tornado-force wind around Waco lifts ridge caps and peels field shingles; a contractor should scope decking and fastener pull-through, not just the surface.
Roofers in Waco, TX
26 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.
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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.