Winter Roofing Challenges and How to Prevent Damage in Texas
One week you’re grabbing iced coffee from H-E-B, the next you’re waking up to frost on the shingles. It’s the season when Texas roofs face stress from sudden temperature drops, unexpected freezes, and moisture that settles in the worst places. And if you’ve ever noticed a mysterious ceiling stain in January, or heard odd cracking noises from the attic at night, you’re not alone. Thousands of Texas homeowners deal with winter roofing issues each year. A study by the Insurance Information Institute shows that over 30 percent of winter property claims are roof related . This guide walks you through the exact problems winter brings to Texas roofs and what you can do right now to avoid costly damage. What Makes Texas Winters Tough on Roofs Texas doesn’t get the long, heavy winters you see in Colorado or Minnesota. What we get is worse for roofing materials. Temperature swings . Sudden cold snaps . Moisture trapped under shingles . These fluctuations cause materials t...
