Dallas and the surrounding area sit right in Hail Alley, and spring and early summer storms routinely bring hail, straight-line winds, and flying debris. After a big storm passes through Plano, Irving, or anywhere in between, your roof is often the part of your home that took the worst of it.
Start with what you can see from the ground: dented gutters and downspouts, bruised or missing shingles, granules piling up at the bottom of downspouts, or cracked siding and window screens. Any of these is a sign the roof itself may have damage you can't spot from below.
Wind damage often shows up as lifted or creased shingles, especially along ridges, hips, and edges where the wind grabs first. Hail damage is more subtle — dark spots on shingles where granules have been knocked loose, or soft, bruised areas that can lead to leaks months later if left alone.
Don't forget your gutters and flashing. Storms frequently loosen gutters or drive debris into the seams, and flashing around chimneys and vents can pull away in high winds. Small failures there let water into your decking and attic long before you see a stain on the ceiling.
If you spot any of these warning signs, the safest next step is a professional inspection. ZZ TEST Bright Roofing 10240007 handles storm damage repair, roof replacement, and gutters across Dallas, Plano, and Irving, and we'll give you an honest read on what your roof actually needs. We offer a free roof inspection so you can get answers without any obligation.