San Antonio roofs face hail, heat and sudden storms. The April 2016 hailstorm was one of the costliest in Texas history, and strong sun and long summers wear out shingles faster. After any big storm, it pays to have the roof checked before the next rain.
Sifixit is a free referral service. Call the number on this page and you will be connected with an independent roofing provider that serves the San Antonio area, where one is available for your ZIP code. Calling costs nothing and you are never obliged to hire anyone.
Roofing challenges in San Antonio
Hail
San Antonio sees damaging hail, and the April 2016 hailstorm damaged roofs across the city. Hail can bruise shingles without an obvious leak.
Heat and sun
Strong sun and long, hot summers age asphalt shingles faster, making them brittle.
Sudden storms
Hill Country storms can bring strong winds and very heavy rain in a short time.
Storm chasers
After big hail storms, out of town crews often go door to door, so check any roofer carefully.
Areas across San Antonio
Sifixit connects callers across the city of San Antonio, including neighborhoods such as Stone Oak, Monte Vista, King William, Southtown and the Medical Center area, and in nearby cities such as Alamo Heights, Leon Valley, Helotes, Converse, Schertz, New Braunfels and Boerne.
Sifixit does not have an office or staff in San Antonio. Providers you speak to are independent local businesses, and availability depends on your ZIP code and the job.
Permits and local rules
Cleanup itself does not usually need a permit, but the repairs that follow often do. Inside the city of San Antonio, larger drywall, electrical and plumbing repairs can require permits from the City of San Antonio Development Services Department. Homes in other cities, such as Alamo Heights, Schertz or New Braunfels, follow the rules of that city or county.
Mold work is regulated across Texas. Larger mold assessment and remediation jobs must be done by companies licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Seasonal risks in San Antonio
Never climb onto a roof during wind, rain or ice. After a storm, watch for fallen power lines and call 911 if anyone is in danger.
- Spring: the main hail and storm season.
- Summer: heat speeds up shingle wear.
- Fall: tropical moisture can bring very heavy rain.
- After any storm: watch for door to door roofers.
Be prepared
- Have your roof inspected after any hail storm
- Keep gutters clear before storm season
- Photograph your roof each year for insurance records
- Check any roofer’s license, insurance and local address
- Know your wind and hail deductible
Learn more before you call
Our main roofing guide explains the warning signs, what affects the cost, what you can safely handle yourself and the questions to ask before you hire. It applies in San Antonio just as it does everywhere else.
San Antonio questions
Is it legal for a roofer to pay my deductible in Texas?
No. Texas law makes it illegal for a contractor to offer to pay, waive or rebate your insurance deductible. Be wary of any roofer who offers.
Does insurance cover hail damage in San Antonio?
Hail damage is often covered, sometimes with a separate wind and hail deductible. Report it promptly.
Do I need a permit for a new roof in San Antonio?
Roof replacements inside the city often need a permit from the City of San Antonio Development Services Department. Ask your roofer to pull it.
Does Sifixit have an office in San Antonio?
No. Sifixit is a referral service. Providers you speak to are independent local businesses that serve the San Antonio area.
Sifixit is a free referral service and does not provide home services. Calls may be answered by a partner call center or connected directly to independent local providers, who are solely responsible for their work, pricing, licensing and insurance.