Texas winters are short, but they're not gentle. The freeze-thaw cycle — 70 degrees on Tuesday, ice on Friday — works water into every crack in your roof, freezes it, and pries things apart. A little prep in December saves drywall repairs in February.
Clear the gutters
Check your flashing and pipe boots
Most winter leaks don't come through shingles — they come through cracked pipe boots and loose flashing around chimneys and vents. These are five-minute fixes when caught early.
Look at your attic, not just your roof
Warm, moist indoor air condensing in a cold attic can mimic a roof leak. Make sure attic insulation isn't blocking soffit vents, and that bathroom fans vent outside, not into the attic.
Trim overhanging limbs
Ice-loaded branches snap. A limb that scrapes your shingles in October punches through them in an ice storm.
We do free winter checkups — if last summer's storms left anything marginal on your roof, better to find it now than during the first hard freeze.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Texas roof need winter prep?
Yes. Even mild Texas winters bring occasional freezes, ice, and storms. Clearing gutters, checking flashing and seals, trimming limbs, and fixing existing damage before winter prevents cold-weather leaks.
Can Texas roofs get ice damage?
Yes — hard freezes and the occasional ice storm can cause freeze-thaw damage and ice buildup at the eaves, especially on north-facing slopes. Sealed flashing and good drainage help prevent problems.
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