Emergency Storm Restoration · Howe, TX
Storm Damage Repair in Howe, TX
Howe took the strongest of three tornadoes to hit Grayson County in one night — fast, documented repair either way.
SCI Roofing & Remodeling inspects, documents, and repairs storm damage across Howe — handling the insurance side alongside the roofing work, so you’re not managing both on your own.
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Why Howe Trusts Us With Storm Repairs
Howe took the strongest hit of three tornadoes that struck Grayson County in one night
95-100 MPH
The same April 26, 2016 storm system that hit nearby towns produced an even stronger tornado in Howe — confirmed winds of 95 to 100 mph, the strongest of three tornadoes that touched down in Grayson County that night. It tore roofs off homes on the west side of town near Bois D'Arcade Street and North Avenue, closed Howe schools the next day, and left four people injured when their vehicles were caught in the storm. No deaths were reported. It's one of the more direct, well-documented tornado hits a small North Texas town has taken in recent memory.
Peak storm season
North Texas tornado activity peaks March through May — Howe's 2016 tornado hit right in that window.
Coverage across Howe
From Bois D'Arcade Street and North Avenue to the rest of town along the US-75 corridor, our crews work every part of Howe.
Response time
Most Howe calls get an on-site inspection scheduled within 24 hours — with emergency tarping dispatched same-day for active leaks.
What This Covers
Storm damage repair, explained
Storm damage repair covers what’s left behind after a tornado, high wind, or hail moves through Howe — torn or missing shingles, bent flashing, and roof-deck damage that isn’t always obvious from the ground. Howe’s 2016 tornado was strong enough to close the school district and injure people caught in vehicles — a reminder that this town has taken a direct, serious hit before, not just a passing storm. For everything else we handle after a Howe storm, see our Storm Restoration in Howe, TX overview.
Signs You Need This
How to tell if your Howe roof took storm damage
A tornado strong enough to close schools and injure people in vehicles left more roof damage than what made the news. Here’s what to check, wherever your home sits in town.
Shingles torn, lifted, or missing in patches
95-100 mph wind doesn't need a direct hit to loosen or tear shingles on homes outside the worst-affected blocks.
Bent, cracked, or missing flashing and vents
Often the first thing to fail in high wind, and easy to miss without climbing up for a look.
A rougher, bare patch where granules used to be
If hail came with the wind, this is the mark it leaves on the shingle surface.
A shingle that feels soft when pressed
A bruise in the shingle mat rarely shows as a visible crack, just a give under light pressure.
A ceiling stain that showed up after the storm
Usually means water's already found its way past the roofing layer, even in a home that looked untouched from the street.
- If it's ignored: in a town this size, attention naturally goes to the homes that lost roofs outright — but wind this strong affects a much wider area than the worst-hit blocks. Roofs a few streets from Bois D'Arcade and North Avenue often took real damage too, and it tends to show up as a leak later rather than right away.
Rapid Response
Same-day inspection for active storm damage. If there's an active leak, we prioritize temporary tarping to stop water intrusion before doing the full assessment.
Document & Coordinate Claim
Photo-documented damage report tied to the specific storm date, material selection, and — if you're filing a claim — coordination with your insurance adjuster.
Execute
Professional repair or replacement using manufacturer-certified materials, scheduled around your timeline once the claim or scope is approved.
Verify & Warranty
Final walkthrough, quality check, and warranty registration so the repair is documented and covered going forward.
Insurance & Claims
What to expect from the insurance side
How we work with your claim
We document damage against the specific storm date, provide a report your adjuster can work from, and can meet the adjuster on-site if you'd like a second set of eyes during the inspection.
What's typically covered
Sudden damage from a specific hail or wind event is usually covered under standard Texas homeowners policies, minus your deductible.
What's usually not covered
Damage from long-term wear, deferred maintenance, or age-related deterioration generally isn't treated as storm damage by insurers.
Financing & free inspection
Every quote starts with a free, no-obligation inspection. Financing options are available if you're not filing a claim or your deductible needs to be covered upfront.
- Most Howe homeowners pay a deductible in the $500–$5,000 range before coverage applies — the exact amount depends on your policy. We don't publish fixed repair prices here since cost depends on roof size, materials, and damage extent; your inspection includes a specific quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Storm damage repair in Howe — common questions
We prioritize Howe during active storm response and typically schedule inspections within 24 hours of your call. For active leaks, ask about same-day emergency tarping — we’ll stop water intrusion first and inspect fully once it’s safe.
Most Texas homeowners policies cover sudden storm damage from hail and wind, minus your deductible, typically $500–$5,000. Damage from long-term wear or deferred maintenance usually isn’t covered. We document your roof against the specific storm date to support your claim either way.
Most hail damage is invisible from the ground. Bruised shingle mat, cracked flashing, and granule loss only show up on a close inspection. If Howe has had hail in the last 12 months and you haven’t had your roof checked, that’s reason enough to schedule a free inspection.
No. Most storm damage inspections happen entirely on the roof and exterior. We’ll walk you through what we find by phone or in person, whichever works better for your schedule, and send photo documentation either way.
Most single-family storm repairs in Howe are completed in one to two days once materials and the insurance claim are approved. Full roof replacements from major hail events typically take two to three days depending on roof size and weather.
It’s consistent with it. At 95 to 100 mph, Howe’s tornado was confirmed as the strongest of the three that hit Grayson County that night, which lines up with the reported injuries and school closures. Stronger wind means a wider area of real roof damage, not just the homes that made the news — worth keeping in mind if your roof was never inspected after that storm.
Get a free storm damage inspection in Howe
No obligation, no pressure — just a clear report on what your roof needs, and help navigating the insurance side if you’re filing a claim.