Burleson County
Caldwell, Texas Roofing & Property Protection
Roofing guidance, storm damage documentation, gutters, painting, and repairs for Caldwell homeowners in Burleson County, from The Roof Shepherd, based in Round Rock.
Updated November 1, 2026
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The short version
- Caldwell, in Burleson County, is about 68 miles and 1 hour 30 minutes by road from our Round Rock base.
- Hail 1.75 inches or larger was reported 16 times near Caldwell from 2000 to 2026, 118th of the 207 cities on this site.
- 2018 was the worst season here from 2006 to 2025: 2 reports of hail 1.75 inches or larger, the largest 4.25 inches on March 18.
- The median home in Caldwell was built in 1990, and 49 percent of homes here were built before 1990.
- Two of its three nearest neighbors had more large hail.
Call or text 512-575-5052 or use Get Help to start with a documented inspection in Caldwell, Burleson County.
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Caldwell At A Glance
What homeowners in Caldwell should know
How Caldwell ranks for large hail and home age, and who sets permit rules here.
Caldwell, in Burleson County, is about 68 miles and 1 hour 30 minutes by road from our Round Rock base. Roofing permit rules are set locally, and Texas has no statewide roofing license, so we confirm the rules for your address before work starts.
Roofing Insight
Caldwell’s blackland soil foundation movement can manifest as roofline distortion and flashing gaps. Documenting these conditions separately from storm damage establishes a clear baseline before any insurance conversation.
Hail & Storm Exposure
Hail 1.75 inches or larger, golf ball size, was reported 16 times within ten miles of Caldwell from 2000 to 2026. That ranks 118th of the 207 Texas cities on this site, and 34th of 71 in the region around Round Rock.
Exterior & Painting Note
Caldwell’s Czech heritage architecture includes original wood-frame and brick construction. Exterior painting on wood-frame structures in blackland prairie regions benefits from oil-based primers to handle moisture cycling.
Common Roofing Issues
The common problems in Caldwell are the same as across Central Texas. Sun wears off granules. Hail dents vents and gutters. Pipe boots fail. Older attics vent poorly. The specific soil and humidity conditions in Burleson County add local nuance to each.
Caldwell Snapshot
Weather history & local facts
Hail and wind on record near Caldwell, in Burleson County, plus a few local facts worth knowing.
Hail and wind on record here
Caldwell’s verified NOAA record since 2018 includes 4.25 inch hail at Caldwell Muni Arpt on March 18, 2018, 2 inch hail at Cooks Pt on December 24, 2024, and 1.5 inch hail at Davidson on March 15, 2025. 10 thunderstorm wind events and 1 tornado report sit inside the same 10 mile window. Peak hail months here: March and June. Across Burleson County as a whole, NOAA logged 28 hail events from 2016 through 2025, with hail to 4.25 inches, plus 22 damaging thunderstorm wind events and 3 tornado reports.
Worth Knowing
Caldwell is the seat of Burleson County and home to the annual Kolache Festival, reflecting the strong Czech immigrant heritage that shaped this region’s culture and architecture.
What the storm record means locally
After major hail events, out-of-state contractors arrive quickly. A written record of visible conditions before any repair decision protects your position, whether you file a claim or not. The Roof Shepherd documents first. Decisions come after.
Local Note
Burleson County’s Blackland Prairie soil expands and contracts significantly with moisture changes, a condition that creates distinct foundation movement patterns affecting roofline alignment over time.
Sources behind these numbers
Hail data sourced from NOAA SPC filtered reports, 1″ or larger within 10 miles of city center. Not a formal risk assessment.
On record
What has actually fallen on Caldwell
42 hail events are on record within ten miles of Caldwell, the largest 4.25 inches on March 18, 2018.
Reading the public storm record
To see the days radar recorded hail near your own address, use our hail history lookup.
| Hail events on record | 42 |
|---|---|
| Reached 1.75 in or larger | 16 |
| Largest stone recorded | 4.25 in · March 18, 2018 |
| Busiest year | 2004 · 5 events |
| Most common months | March and May |
| Strongest gust in the archive | 81 mph · January 25, 2012 |
| Radar hail days, 1 in or larger | 158 days · 2000-2026 · largest signature 4.00 in |
| Preliminary reports, last 12 months | none of 1 in or larger on file |
Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database · Burleson County · 2000-2026 · within 10 miles of the Caldwell centroid. Counts are reported events, so they undercount: a stone that fell where nobody reported it is not in the record.
Checked November 1, 2026 against two feeds that do not share the archive's bias: radar hail signatures from the NEXRAD hail detection algorithm (NOAA NCEI Severe Weather Data Inventory, same 10 mile radius, 2000-2026), counted as days with a signature of one inch or larger, and the Storm Prediction Center's preliminary reports for the last 12 months, which are unreviewed and never a competing total. A radar day and a reported event are different units and are not expected to match: the archive needs a witness and undercounts, radar needs none and can flag hail that melted before it landed. What fell on one roof is settled by a documented inspection, not by any of these counts.
Year by year
Hail in Caldwell, 2006 to 2025
One row per year of hail reports one inch or larger near Caldwell, newest first, from the weather archive.
Twenty seasons, one row each
One row per year, newest first. Each row counts the hail reports of one inch or larger within ten miles of Caldwell, from the National Weather Service archive. 24 reports from 2006 to 2025, 10 of them at or above 1.75 inches, golf ball size. Counting only stones of one inch or larger, the busiest year in this table was 2018. If you owned your roof through any of these dates, the row is the reason to know what it took.
| Year | Reports 1 in+ | 1.75 in+ | Largest stone |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 0 | 1.50 in · March 15 |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 2.00 in · December 24 |
| 2023 | 3 | 1 | 1.75 in · June 10 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | none reported |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 1.00 in · June 2 |
Show all 20 years (2006 to 2025)
| Year | Reports 1 in+ | 1.75 in+ | Largest stone |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | none reported |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 1.75 in · June 16 |
| 2018 | 4 | 2 | 4.25 in · March 18 |
| 2017 | 1 | 1 | 1.75 in · May 3 |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 | 1.00 in · January 9 |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | 1.00 in · April 19 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | 1.00 in · July 4 |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | 1.00 in · March 19 |
| 2012 | 0 | 0 | none reported |
| 2011 | 0 | 0 | none reported |
| 2010 | 1 | 1 | 1.75 in · April 26 |
| 2009 | 1 | 1 | 1.75 in · July 20 |
| 2008 | 1 | 1 | 1.75 in · April 4 |
| 2007 | 2 | 1 | 1.75 in · May 13 |
| 2006 | 0 | 0 | none reported |
Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database, hail events 2006 through 2025 within 10 miles of the Caldwell centroid. Reports are observer-driven, so a stone that fell where nobody reported it is not in the record, and small towns are undercounted relative to cities. Full calendar years only; the current year is not shown until it is complete.
Burleson County Storm Record
Documented storm exposure in Caldwell
The worst hail seasons near Caldwell from 2006 to 2025, year by year.
Hail Frequency
NOAA storm records log 15 hail events within 10 miles of Caldwell since 2018, 6 of them inside the city’s immediate 6 mile ring. Inside that ring, the largest verified stone measured 4.25 inches on March 18, 2018 at Caldwell Municipal Airport. Since 2018, hail here peaks in March and June.
Largest Recorded
Softball-size hail fell near Caldwell in March 2018, the kind of stone that bruises shingles and dents metal across a wide area, a benchmark for what Brazos Valley storms can produce.
The worst hail seasons near Caldwell, 2006 to 2025
- 2018: 2 reports of hail 1.75 inches or larger, largest 4.25 inches on March 18
- 2024: 1 report of hail 1.75 inches or larger, largest 2 inches on December 24
- 2023: 1 report of hail 1.75 inches or larger, largest 1.75 inches on June 10
Neighborhood Exposure
Burleson County sits in the transitional zone between the I-35 hail corridor and the Brazos Valley storm track. Events can arrive from the west or southwest with limited warning.
How these figures are corroborated
Hail data sourced from NOAA Storm Prediction Center (SPC) filtered reports. Reports reflect spotter-confirmed events within 10 miles of city center. Not a formal risk assessment.
Verified Storm Record
Verified hail and wind history across the Brazos Valley and the Central to Houston & Gulf Coast corridor, the region Caldwell sits in. Roof condition changes with every storm season, which is why the homeowner should own the documentation.
March 18 softball size hail
NOAA verifies 4.25 inch hail in Caldwell on March 18, 2018, a softball size stone.
May 13 baseball size hail
NOAA verifies 2.75 inch hail in Caldwell on May 13, 2004, a baseball size stone.
March 10 baseball size hail
NOAA verifies 2.75 inch hail in Caldwell on March 10, 2000, a baseball size stone.
September 20 golf ball size hail
NOAA verifies 1.75 inch hail in Caldwell on September 20, 1996, a golf ball size stone.
Where these figures come from
Figures drawn from public NOAA, National Weather Service, and Insurance Council of Texas records and contemporaneous reporting. Not a formal risk assessment.
Live NOAA record Since September 2024, NOAA has logged 5 hail reports within 10 miles of Caldwell, 2 of them inside 6 miles. The largest measured 2 inches on December 24, 2024, about 7.2 miles away. These are NOAA Storm Prediction Center preliminary reports covering September 30, 2024 to October 29, 2026. A report near a property confirms hail fell nearby. It does not confirm that any particular roof was damaged, and it is not a coverage determination.
About Caldwell
Local ground truth for Caldwell properties
Caldwell sits in Burleson County in the Houston and Gulf Coast region, home to roughly 4,820 residents (Census Bureau estimate, 2024). NOAA storm records log 15 hail events within ten miles since 2018. The largest stone in the full NOAA archive, 2000 to 2026, measured 4.25″ on March 18, 2018.
Roof age, by the census
How old the roofs in Caldwell are likely to be
Census figures on when Caldwell homes were built, which tells you roughly when their first roofs went on.
When the houses went up
Caldwell has 1,951 housing units in the Census Bureau's latest five-year estimate. The median home was built in 1990. 67 percent were built before 2000 and 49 percent before 1990; 16 percent have been built since 2010. Half or more of the homes here predate 2000. An original asphalt-shingle roof from that era is at or past the 20-to-30-year service life typically cited for asphalt shingles, and many will already be on a second roof, which is worth confirming from a permit or a receipt rather than assuming.
| Year built | Homes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later | 10 | 1% |
| Built 2010 to 2019 | 303 | 16% |
| Built 2000 to 2009 | 334 | 17% |
| Built 1990 to 1999 | 343 | 18% |
| Built 1980 to 1989 | 360 | 18% |
Show all ten brackets (1939 or earlier to 2020 or later)
| Year built | Homes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Built 1970 to 1979 | 156 | 8% |
| Built 1960 to 1969 | 158 | 8% |
| Built 1950 to 1959 | 103 | 5% |
| Built 1940 to 1949 | 101 | 5% |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 83 | 4% |
Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2023 five-year estimates, tables B25034 and B25035, Caldwell city. ACS figures are estimates with published margins of error; shares are rounded to whole percents. Year built is the structure, not the roof: it says when the first roof went on, not whether it is still there.
Roofer Near Caldwell
Everything we cover in Caldwell
All the work we do, in Caldwell and in all of Burleson County.
What we cover in Caldwell
Roofing, painting, gutters and home services, in Caldwell and across Burleson County. Caldwell, in Burleson County, is about 68 miles and 1 hour 30 minutes by road from our Round Rock base.
Services available in Caldwell
Every service below is available to Caldwell homeowners, as it is anywhere in Texas.
All services
Round Rock Extended
How service works in Caldwell
How far Caldwell is from our base, and who handles your project from start to finish.
Who runs the inspection
Caldwell, in Burleson County, is about 68 miles and 1 hour 30 minutes by road from our Round Rock base. David Rodrigues, the founder, looks at your Caldwell roof and writes down what he sees before anyone talks repair or replacement. If you go ahead, The Roof Shepherd runs the job from contract to walkthrough. Our project delivery page explains who does what.
Local Conditions
What is different about working on Caldwell homes
Caldwell side by side with its three nearest neighbors on this site.
What roofs face in this market
Nearby, from 2000 to 2026: Rockdale 5, Bryan 23 and College Station 23 reports of hail 1.75 inches or larger, against 16 for Caldwell. Of the other cities on this site, 52 percent have newer homes than Caldwell.
| City | Hail 1.75 in+, biggest stone |
|---|---|
| Caldwell | 16, 4.25 in |
| Rockdale (20 mi) | 5, 2.75 in |
| Bryan (21 mi) | 23, 3 in |
| College Station (24 mi) | 23, 3 in |
Severe hail: reports of 1.75 inches or larger, 2000 to 2026, within ten miles of each city center (NOAA NCEI Storm Events). Miles are straight-line between city centers.
The largest hail recorded near Caldwell, by date:
| Date | Largest stone |
|---|---|
| March 18, 2018 | 4.25″ |
| May 13, 2004 | 2.75″ |
| March 10, 2000 | 2.75″ |
Useful locally: NWS forecast for Caldwell before scheduling work.
Storm figures: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, events within a 10 mile radius, 2000 to 2026. Windstorm territory per Texas Windstorm Insurance Association county designations.
The rules here
Roof permits and code in Caldwell
What the city's own documents say about a re-roof permit and code here, and the date they were read.
What the city's own documents say
Caldwell requires a building permit to re-roof a home, whether replacing shingles alone or decking and shingles. The fee is based on project value and is paid when the application is approved.
A roofing contractor must register with the city, though a homeowner re-roofing a homestead does not. New roofing material needs at least a Class C fire rating, and the city uses the 2021 International Codes.
Read at the city's own pages and code on October 14, 2026. The city's current document governs if it changes, so we confirm the rule for your address before work starts. Our permits and codes by city page explains how Texas cities set these rules.
Exterior & Painting
What Caldwell homeowners should know about exterior work
Get the roof documented first, since a roof visit often turns up fascia, gutter and trim damage.
Local Paint & Exterior Note
Caldwell’s rural residential character means fewer HOA restrictions, but insurance underwriters may apply additional scrutiny to older structures. A condition record before any claim is a strong protection.
Sequence Matters
Caldwell’s older housing stock, many built on pier-and-beam foundations with wood fascia, can show blackland soil movement as roofline distortion and flashing gaps. Document these conditions separately from storm damage to establish a clear baseline. Get the roof documented first. Painting and exterior repairs come after. Condition notes from a roof visit often surface fascia rot, gutter separation, and trim damage that affect painting scope and cost.
Google Reviews
Homeowner Reviews
These are verified Google reviews from Texas homeowners we’ve served.
It has been a year since my roof was replaced by the Roof Shepherd crew, and so far no complaints, no leaks, and my roof looks amazing! Working with David since our first text message was so easy communicating my needs and expectations — I could not be happier.
Owner Response
Ofranel, thank you for sharing this. It means a lot hearing that a year later the roof still looks great, there are no leaks, and everything is holding up the way it should. I also appreciate you mentioning the communication and process. My goal is always to make the project clear, easy, and handled with care from start to finish. Thank you again for trusting me and The Roof Shepherd with your home.
We just got into town after a long-distance move, and after looking at our new house we realized the builder paint was pretty bad. We wanted to get all the walls repainted fast before we moved in, and ended up getting connected with David. We’re super happy with everything — David and his crew were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and communicative the whole time, and the work came out great. David even noticed some other builder issues and had the crew fix them while they were there. Turnaround was lightning fast, and we didn’t have to change our move-in schedule at all.
Owner Response
Thank you so much for this thoughtful review. I know how stressful a long-distance move can be, especially when you’re trying to get settled and realize the home still needs work before move-in. I’m grateful you trusted us to help get the painting handled quickly, and I’m glad the crew were able to deliver quality work while keeping communication clear throughout the project. We also appreciate you noticing the extra details we addressed along the way. When we see issues that can reasonably be corrected while we’re already there, we try to do the right thing and help protect the home. Thank you again for trusting us, and we’d be honored to help with anything else you need in the future.
I needed help replacing my roof after a hail storm and David at The Roof Shepherd really helped me out. The team made the process really easy and streamlined. They were able to source excellent material and their work crew were professional and courteous at all times, and the quality of their work was top notch. I also appreciate how we were able to coordinate around my busy schedule.
Owner Response
Thank you for the thoughtful review. I really appreciate you trusting me and The Roof Shepherd after the hail storm. I’m glad we were able to make the roof replacement process easy, organized, and flexible around your schedule. It also means a lot that you recognized the crew’s professionalism, the quality of the materials, and the workmanship on the roof. Thank you again for giving us the opportunity to help protect your home.
Nearby
Nearby areas we serve
Nearby cities we also serve
The Roof Shepherd also documents and serves these nearby Texas communities. Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Caldwell, and each hail figure is the count of NOAA-verified hail events within 10 miles of that city since 2018:
Field Videos
From the field near Caldwell
Real inspections and real conditions, documented, from Caldwell and Burleson County.
Field videos from real roofs, each with a short note on what the inspection or the work showed.
Hail Alert on April 18, Austin to Georgetown
Active hail falling across the Austin, Round Rock and Georgetown corridor on April 18, the kind that bruises shingles without leaving a leak.
Watch on YouTubeHail Damage on a Garage in Round Rock, Texas
Hail hits on garage siding in Round Rock, the property level evidence that tells you the roof deserves a closer look.
Watch on YouTubeCaldwell FAQs
Common questions in Caldwell
Does The Roof Shepherd serve Caldwell regularly?
Yes. Caldwell is about 68 miles and 1 hour 30 minutes by road from Round Rock, our home base. We work across Texas, and Burleson County is part of that.
How often does large hail hit Caldwell?
Hail 1.75 inches or larger, golf ball size, was reported 16 times within ten miles of Caldwell from 2000 to 2026. That ranks 118th of the 207 Texas cities on this site, and 34th of 71 in the region around Round Rock. The largest stone on record within ten miles from 2000 to 2026 measured 4.25 inches, on March 18, 2018.
When is hail season in Caldwell?
From 2000 to 2026, hail within ten miles of Caldwell came most often in March and May. The busiest single year in that record was 2004, with 5 reports of every size.
What was the worst recent hail year in Caldwell?
2018 was the worst season here from 2006 to 2025: 2 reports of hail 1.75 inches or larger, the largest 4.25 inches on March 18. The table on this page lists every year.
How does Caldwell compare with nearby towns for hail?
Nearby, from 2000 to 2026: Rockdale 5, Bryan 23 and College Station 23 reports of hail 1.75 inches or larger, against 16 for Caldwell.
How old are the homes in Caldwell?
The median home in Caldwell was built in 1990, and 49 percent of homes here were built before 1990. Of the other cities on this site, 52 percent have newer homes than Caldwell.
What is the strongest wind on record near Caldwell?
The strongest thunderstorm wind gust reported within ten miles from 2000 to 2026 was 81 mph, on January 25, 2012.
How much does a new roof cost in Caldwell?
It depends on the roof’s size, pitch, material, decking and vents. We look at your roof in Caldwell first, so any price you weigh fits its real condition. Our price guides for all four trades are on the RPGs page.
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