What are the first steps after a storm damages your roof?

The first priority is safety and limiting further damage. If water is entering the home, contain it and move valuables, but do not climb onto a wet or damaged roof. Photograph everything you can safely see, including interior water stains and any debris.

These northern Denton County communities — Lantana, Corinth, and Denton — sit squarely in North Texas storm territory, and the same hail and wind events that hit the metroplex hit here. Prompt action is what separates a clean claim from a denied one.

• Ensure personal safety first — never climb a damaged roof
• Contain interior water and move valuables out of the way
• Photograph interior and exterior damage as soon as it is safe
• Note the date and time of the storm for your claim

How do you handle the insurance claim correctly?

Most Texas homeowner policies cover hail and wind roof damage above the deductible, but claims succeed or fail on documentation and timing. The Insurance Information Institute’s guide to filing a homeowners claim walks through the process step by step and is a solid neutral reference.

Ranger Roofing documents storm damage with 4K drone footage, provides a detailed written estimate, and coordinates the claim from filing to final payment. The full storm process is laid out on the storm damage restoration page.

How do you choose the right roofer in Lantana, Corinth, or Denton?

After a major storm, out-of-state ‘storm chasers’ flood affected areas. The safer choice is a licensed, locally-established contractor who will be around to honor the warranty. Ranger Roofing is locally owned and operated from Flower Mound, A+ rated and accredited with the Better Business Bureau, and fully insured.

You can verify the company and its credentials on the About page before scheduling a free inspection.

• Choose local and licensed over out-of-state storm chasers
• Confirm general liability insurance and a workmanship warranty
• Check third-party ratings such as the BBB
• Get the estimate and scope in writing before work begins

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to file a storm damage claim in Texas?

Deadlines vary by policy but are often tied to the storm date, so file promptly. Delaying can jeopardize an otherwise valid claim.

Should I get a roof inspection before or after filing?

A professional inspection before or alongside filing gives you documented evidence of the damage, which strengthens the claim. Ranger Roofing’s inspections are free.

What if my damage is smaller than my deductible?

Then a claim may not make sense, and a straightforward repair could be the better path. An honest inspection will tell you which situation you are in.

How do I know if a roofer is a storm chaser?

Storm chasers often appear door-to-door right after a storm, use out-of-state phone numbers or plates, and pressure for a fast signature. A local company with a permanent address, a BBB record, and a workmanship warranty is the safer choice.

Does Ranger Roofing serve Lantana, Corinth, and Denton?

Yes. All three are within Ranger Roofing’s Denton County service area, handled from its Flower Mound headquarters.

Key Takeaways

• After storm damage in Lantana, Corinth, or Denton, act in order: safety, documentation, inspection, claim, licensed roofer.
• Most Texas policies cover hail and wind damage above the deductible, but timing and documentation decide the outcome.
• Avoid out-of-state storm chasers — choose a local, licensed, insured, BBB-accredited contractor.
• Ranger Roofing documents damage with drone footage, coordinates the claim, and backs work with a workmanship warranty.

Get a free roof inspection. Ranger Roofing serves the DFW metroplex from Flower Mound, Texas — A+ rated with the BBB and fully insured. Request your free inspection or call (940) 320-7663.