May 2026 DFW Hail Season Recap: What Homeowners Should Do Right Now
Brandon Fletcher
S&B Roofing & Exteriors
The Storms That Defined Spring 2026
The 2026 hail season delivered three significant events across the DFW Metroplex between mid-March and late April. Hardest-hit corridors included parts of Keller, Southlake, Colleyville, North Fort Worth, Frisco, and stretches of McKinney along the Highway 380 corridor. Hail sizes ranged from quarter to baseball, with the late-April system producing the most concentrated damage in northern Tarrant County.
If you live in any of these areas and have not yet had a professional inspection, now is the moment to act — not after summer heat starts disguising the bruising on your shingles.
Why Timing Matters in May and June
Most carriers operating in Texas enforce a one-year claim window from the date of loss, but in practice the window is much shorter:
Waiting until you spot an interior leak almost always means you have already missed something on the roof.
What an Honest Inspection Looks Like
A legitimate post-storm inspection in DFW should include:
If a contractor knocks on your door and immediately offers to file your claim before inspecting, that is your cue to close the door.
Filing the Claim Without Hurting Yourself
Order of operations matters:
Red Flags Showing Up Across DFW Right Now
We are already seeing the usual post-storm patterns from out-of-state crews:
Texas law requires roofers to be registered and to honor your deductible. If something feels off, it is.
What S&B Roofing Is Doing for May Inspections
For any DFW homeowner who suspects spring storm damage, we offer:
Suspect storm damage from this spring? Contact S&B Roofing to lock in an inspection before the summer rush.
