Practical Reference

Roofing Resources for Dallas Homeowners

Reference content from 40,000-plus Dallas roofing projects. The insurance claim language, the code requirements, the product comparisons, and the contractor questions we wish every homeowner asked before signing.

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Insurance and Claims

FAQ: Roof Replacement with Insurance Eight questions Dallas homeowners ask after a hail event. RCV vs ACV, depreciation, deductibles, and what is actually legal. Texas Laws on Insurance Fraud Texas Penal Code Chapter 35 and Business and Commerce Code Section 27.02, in plain text with our notes. Xactimate Construction Pricing Software The line-item estimating system insurance adjusters use. How regional price lists work and what to actually look at on an estimate.

Materials and Products

Impact Resistant Shingles UL 2218 Class 3 and Class 4 shingle systems for hail-prone North Texas. Brand options and insurance discount eligibility. GAF Preferred Contractor Contractor GAF Preferred Contractor contractor in Dallas installing the Timberline HDZ and ArmorShield Class 4 system. Metal Roofing and Stone-Coated Steel Decra and SteelRock systems with a 40 to 70 year lifespan, Class 4 impact resistance, and 120-plus mph wind ratings. Misleading Building Product Names A 2-by-4 is 1.5 by 3.5. Thirty-pound felt does not weigh thirty pounds. What to specify on your roofing contract.

Process and Installation

Prepare for Roof Replacement What to do before the crew shows up. Pets, attic prep, gas vents, and the post-install walk-through. Too Many Roof Vents Mixing passive and powered vents short-circuits the system. How to ventilate a Dallas attic correctly with balanced intake and exhaust. Glossary of Roofing Terms An A-to-Z reference for every roofing term you might see on an estimate or in a contractor conversation.

Choosing a Contractor

The Integrity of Your Contractor A roof outlasts sales pitches and online reviews. Why honesty in documentation and materials matters more than the brand on the box. Roofing Scams and Sales Tricks in Dallas The seven most common roofing scams and sales tactics Dallas homeowners encounter after a hail event. Dallas Roofing Information Links Manufacturer sites, industry organizations, and homeowner references we trust.

From the Blog

More in-depth pieces on installation detail, insurance reality, and what we have learned in the field.

Bert Roofing Blog Every published post, filterable by category. Start with our piece on drip edge installation errors.