Why Conroe Homes Get Hit Hard
Montgomery County sits in the path of storms moving northwest out of the Gulf. The warm, moist air that makes the area humid in summer is the same air that feeds severe thunderstorms in spring.
Most Conroe homes built since the 1990s carry architectural asphalt shingles. These are designed to handle moderate hail, but a stone over an inch in diameter will crack them — and the cracks are often invisible from ground level until the first heavy rain finds them.
What You Can Do Before a Storm
Trim overhanging branches. A branch that breaks in wind becomes a projectile. If it hits the roof, you have both impact damage and the branch itself blocking water flow.
Check your flashing. The metal pieces where the roof meets a wall, chimney, or vent pipe are the first place water enters after hail loosens them. If flashing is already lifting, a storm will finish the job.
Clear your gutters. Gutters clogged with debris cause water to back up under shingles. After a hailstorm, the volume of water hitting the roof in a short time can overwhelm a half-blocked system.
Document your roof's current condition. Take dated photos from the ground. If you file a claim later, having a before-and-after comparison makes the adjuster's job easier and your claim harder to dispute.
After the Storm
Do not climb on a wet or damaged roof. If you see missing shingles, dented gutters, or granules in the downspout splash zone, call a roofer to take a look. We provide free storm-damage estimates across our entire service area.