Dallas County
Mesquite, Texas Roofing & Property Protection
Know your roof before you sign anything. The Roof Shepherd brings documentation-first inspection, storm damage documentation, and property guidance to Mesquite homeowners.
Updated September 15, 2026
Mesquite At A Glance
What homeowners in Mesquite should know
In Mesquite, roofing permit and inspection rules are set by the city and can vary from one community to the next. Texas has no statewide roofing license, so confirm requirements with Mesquite’s building department before work begins. The Roof Shepherd documents your roof’s condition and explains your options. If you decide to move forward, The Roof Shepherd manages the whole project, from the contract and materials to the crew, the final walkthrough, and your written workmanship warranty.
Hail Alley
Mesquite sits in North Texas, which records the most hailstorms in Texas in a typical year, the state logged 878 major hail events in 2024. Documentation after a storm protects your position before any contractor conversation. Mesquite is an established Dallas County city east of Dallas, with a mature housing stock in the heart of North Texas hail country.
Hail & Storm Exposure
NOAA’s 30 year record holds 112 verified hail reports within 10 miles of Mesquite since 1996, inside the North Texas hail alley. The busiest single year in that record was 2023, with 12 reports inside the ring.
HOA & Material Considerations
Many Dallas County neighborhoods have an HOA with rules on shingle color and material. Given the hail exposure, impact-resistant (UL 2218 Class 3 to 4) shingles are worth discussing. Confirm HOA rules before selecting materials.
Common Roofing Issues
Repeated large hail leaves bruised shingles, lost granules and dented vents and flashing. A documented inspection records those before the next storm makes them worse.
Mesquite Snapshot
Weather history & local facts
Hail and wind on record here
Mesquite’s verified NOAA record since 2018 includes 1.75 inch hail in Mesquite on June 13, 2023, 1.75 inch hail at Balch Spgs on June 1, 2019, and 1.5 inch hail in Mesquite on April 8, 2024. 22 thunderstorm wind events and 1 tornado report sit inside the same 10 mile window. Peak hail months here: April and June. Across Dallas County as a whole, NOAA logged 196 hail events from 2016 through 2025, with hail to 4 inches, plus 140 damaging thunderstorm wind events and 12 tornado reports.
Worth Knowing
Most storm damage to a roof isn’t visible from the ground. A documented inspection captures bruising, lifted shingles, and flashing issues before they turn into leaks.
Local Note
Mesquite sits in Dallas County, within North Texas. Roofing guidance and storm documentation are available region-wide, and The Roof Shepherd manages installation with subcontractor crews under our direction.
What the storm record means locally
Storm facts were checked against NOAA and National Weather Service records and local news from the time.
On record
What has actually fallen on Mesquite
Reading the public storm record
Every figure below is the public storm record for a 10-mile radius around Mesquite, 2000-2026. It is not an estimate and not a sales figure. If your roof was under one of these dates, that is a documentation question worth answering.
| Hail events on record | 106 |
|---|---|
| Reached 1.75 in or larger | 24 |
| Largest stone recorded | 4.00 in · April 11, 2016 |
| Busiest year | 2023 · 12 events |
| Most common months | April and June |
| Strongest gust in the archive | 70 mph · March 29, 2017 |
| Radar hail days, 1 in or larger | 277 days · 2000-2026 · largest signature 4.00 in |
| Preliminary reports, last 12 months | 3 reports of 1 in or larger · largest 2.00 in on April 27, 2026 |
Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database · Dallas County · 2000-2026 · within 10 miles of the Mesquite centroid. Counts are reported events, so they undercount: a stone that fell where nobody reported it is not in the record.
Checked September 7, 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 Mesquite, 2006 to 2025
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 Mesquite, from the National Weather Service archive. 74 reports from 2006 to 2025, 21 of them at or above the 1.75-inch severe threshold. Counting only stones of one inch or larger, the busiest year in this table was 2023. 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 | 1 | 1.75 in · March 25 |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 | 1.50 in · May 28 |
| 2023 | 12 | 4 | 2.00 in · June 12 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 1.00 in · December 13 |
| 2021 | 9 | 0 | 1.25 in · April 9 |
Show all 20 years (2006 to 2025)
| Year | Reports 1 in+ | 1.75 in+ | Largest stone |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 1.00 in · July 5 |
| 2019 | 3 | 1 | 1.75 in · June 1 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 1.75 in · April 6 |
| 2017 | 3 | 2 | 2.50 in · June 2 |
| 2016 | 1 | 1 | 4.00 in · April 11 |
| 2015 | 6 | 0 | 1.00 in · May 10 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | 1.00 in · October 6 |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | 1.00 in · March 23 |
| 2012 | 8 | 6 | 3.50 in · April 3 |
| 2011 | 8 | 1 | 1.75 in · April 30 |
| 2010 | 4 | 2 | 1.75 in · January 20 |
| 2009 | 0 | 0 | none reported |
| 2008 | 2 | 2 | 1.75 in · February 5 |
| 2007 | 3 | 0 | 1.25 in · April 24 |
| 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 Mesquite 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.
Hail History
Documented storm exposure in Mesquite
Hail Frequency
NOAA storm records log 42 hail events within 10 miles of Mesquite since 2018, 13 of them inside the city’s immediate 6 mile ring. The largest verified stone measured 1.75 inches on June 13, 2023. Since 2018, hail here peaks in April and June.
What To Document
Bruised shingles, granule loss, and soft-metal damage to gutters, vents, and flashing, often invisible from the ground.
What the storm record means locally
After a major hail event, out-of-state contractors arrive quickly. Documentation before any contractor conversation gives you a written record of visible conditions, and protects your position whether you file a claim or not. The Roof Shepherd documents first. Decisions come after.
Neighborhood Exposure
Neighborhoods across Mesquite differ in lot elevation, tree cover and roof age. A record of your block beats an estimate for the whole area. After any significant storm, a documented record of visible conditions protects your position.
Verified Storm Record
Verified hail and wind events across the Dallas and Fort Worth metroplex, the region Mesquite sits in. Roof condition changes with every storm season, which is why the homeowner should own the documentation.
June 13 golf ball size hail
NOAA verifies 1.75 inch hail in Mesquite on June 13, 2023, a golf ball size stone.
June 2 hen egg size hail
NOAA verifies 2 inch hail in Mesquite on June 2, 2017, a hen egg size stone.
April 11 softball size hail
NOAA verifies 4 inch hail at Lake Ray Hubbard on April 11, 2016, a softball size stone.
July 28 golf ball size hail
NOAA verifies 1.75 inch hail in Mesquite on July 28, 2004, a golf ball size stone.
Where these figures come from
Figures drawn from public NOAA, National Weather Service, and Insurance Council of Texas, U.S. Census, and Texas Department of Insurance records and contemporaneous reporting. Not a formal risk assessment.
Live NOAA record Since August 2024, NOAA has logged 9 hail reports within 10 miles of Mesquite, 1 of them inside 6 miles. The largest measured 2 inches on April 27, 2026, about 9.8 miles away. Damaging wind has been reported 1 time in the same period, most recently 60 mph on June 8, 2025. These are NOAA Storm Prediction Center preliminary reports covering August 13, 2024 to September 11, 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 Mesquite
Local ground truth for Mesquite properties
Mesquite sits in Dallas County in North Texas, home to roughly 150,140 residents (Census Bureau estimate, 2024). NOAA storm records log 42 hail events within ten miles since 2018. The largest stone in the full NOAA archive, 2000 to 2026, measured 4″ on April 11, 2016.
Roof age, by the census
How old the roofs in Mesquite are likely to be
When the houses went up
Mesquite has 53,968 housing units in the Census Bureau's latest five-year estimate. The median home was built in 1983. 86 percent were built before 2000 and 69 percent before 1990; 4 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 | 380 | 1% |
| Built 2010 to 2019 | 1,925 | 4% |
| Built 2000 to 2009 | 5,283 | 10% |
| Built 1990 to 1999 | 9,082 | 17% |
| Built 1980 to 1989 | 14,601 | 27% |
Show all ten brackets (1939 or earlier to 2020 or later)
| Year built | Homes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Built 1970 to 1979 | 9,196 | 17% |
| Built 1960 to 1969 | 6,647 | 12% |
| Built 1950 to 1959 | 5,754 | 11% |
| Built 1940 to 1949 | 539 | 1% |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 561 | 1% |
Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2023 five-year estimates, tables B25034 and B25035, Mesquite 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 Mesquite
Everything we cover in Mesquite
What we cover in this city
The Roof Shepherd is a documentation-first roofing contractor serving Mesquite homeowners from its Round Rock, Texas base. Every roof gets a documented condition record before any repair or replacement decision, so you decide from evidence, not sales pressure.
Services available in Mesquite
Every service below is available to Mesquite homeowners, delivered with the same documentation standard.
Roofing
Storm and insurance documentation
Painting, exterior and interior
Documentation First
Full property capability in Mesquite, documented first
Documentation You Own
Every visit produces a dated photo and video record of your roof, flashing, decking lines and gutters. You get a written account of what is visible before you talk to any contractor or decide on a claim.
Evidence, Not Pressure
Built on a law enforcement background of 16+ years. You get the record and a clear explanation, the decisions stay yours. No sales pitch, no obligation.
Coordinated & Accountable
In North Texas, The Roof Shepherd manages the roofing work and subcontractor crews do the installation under our direction, so the standard stays the same.
Dallas Zone
How service works in Mesquite
Who runs the inspection
Every Mesquite project starts the same way. David Rodrigues, based in Round Rock, Texas, explains what he sees and writes it down first. When a homeowner chooses to move forward, The Roof Shepherd manages the roofing work and subcontractor crews working across the DFW metroplex do the installation under our direction, so we can fully manage essentially any roofing job in Mesquite. How every job is managed, and who does the hands-on work, is explained on our project delivery page.
Local Conditions
What is different about working on Mesquite homes
What roofs face in this market
Mesquite sits in Dallas County, population 150,140. Counting hail reports of every size, the NOAA Storm Events archive logs 106 hail reports within ten miles of Mesquite from 2000 to 2026, 24 of them at or above the 1.75 inch severe threshold, the size generally associated with roof damage. The largest stone in that record measured 4.0 inches. Counting reports of every size, 2023 was the busiest year in that record, with 12 reports. Activity concentrates in April and June. The strongest recorded wind gust nearby reached 70 mph on March 29, 2017.
The largest hail recorded near Mesquite, by date:
| Date | Largest stone |
|---|---|
| April 11, 2016 | 4.0″ |
| June 13, 2012 | 2.75″ |
| April 3, 2012 | 3.5″ |
If your roof was on the house for any of those dates, that is worth documenting whether or not you ever filed anything. A dated condition record is far easier to produce now than to reconstruct later.
Permits are a Mesquite question, not a Texas question. Texas has no statewide building code for residential roofing. Each city and county adopts its own, so the threshold that triggers a permit, the fee, and whether a deck inspection is required before cover-up are all set locally in Dallas County. A contractor who cannot tell you which jurisdiction issues your permit, and who pulls it, has not done this here often. We pull it in our own name.
Useful locally: City of Mesquite official site for permit and inspection rules; NWS forecast for Mesquite 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.
Exterior & Painting
What Mesquite homeowners should know about exterior work
Managed by The Roof Shepherd
For exterior repairs (siding, painting, epoxy, wood) in North Texas, The Roof Shepherd schedules local subcontractor crews as they have openings. We document exterior condition during the roof visit so the work starts from an accurate record.
Sequence Matters
Get the roof documented first. Exterior work comes after. A roof visit often turns up fascia rot, pulled gutters and trim damage that change what the exterior job costs before any work begins.
Google Reviews
Homeowner Reviews
I happened to stumble across David while out walking my dogs and I am so glad I did! Godley had just been hit with a hail storm and needed someone to take a look at my roof to check for damage. David came the very next day to inspect. He showed me pictures of the damage and answered any questions I had. Thankfully the damage was not extensive that a roof replacement was needed but if indeed a replacement was needed I would’ve felt at ease with David completing the process. I especially liked his professionalism and knowledge. Should I ever need anyone for roofing services I will definitely be calling him!
Owner Response
Thank you, Dominique, for trusting The Roof Shepherd with your roof inspection after the hailstorm in Godley, Texas. I appreciate your kind words and am glad I could provide a thorough inspection and clearly explain what I found.
I also really enjoyed meeting your puppy during the visit. That was definitely a highlight of my day. If you ever have questions about your roof or need help after another storm, I will be glad to assist.
The Roof Shepherd LLC, came to my rescued in time when I was struggling to find help with my damaged roof. My home insurance at the time refused to provide help or pay for the damage to my roof at the time unless I pay the substantial amount they requested up front of ($28,500). I felt so lost, confused and helpless worrying on how to pay this and keep my home safe and prevent the roof from worse leaks due to bad weather and heavy rain our area was receiving at the time. Three months in praying asking God for help. On May 10th 2026, Saturday morning my doorbell rang. When I open the door I was met with a brighter smile of a man whom introduced himself as David Rodriguez and he wanted to speak with me about my roof. And that's when this beautiful blessed "Roof Shepherd" enter my heart ❤️, and my home. I praise God for His blessings and prayers answered. David the "Roof Shepherd" stuck with me and promise me that he will help me with my problems. He pray with, walked me through every difficult steps I needed to go through. From May 10th through November 7th we finally received the financial help I needed. I had also asked David to help me search for a new home insurance and yes, he came through that for me as well. God answered my prayers in time when I needed help and I could not thank Him enough. I thank you David for your service, you've never given up on me when I was struggling along the way. It was a long depressed and difficult 6 months but you were still there for me till end. I'm very proud to say, I now have a beautiful strong Roof on my house, and a reasonable well managed Home/Auto insurance. Yes I will and do recommend "The Roof Shepherd" 💯 to anyone and everyone who are struggling and are experiencing the same problem and difficult I've gone through with my Roof and home insurance. Please open your mind and give them a chance. They will answer all your questions and help you find the answers and solutions they see fit and helpful for you. They are very professional with their work. The whole staff are very friendly well manner respectful and hard working people . Thank you David "Roof Shepherd LLC" God bless you, your family and your work
Owner Response
Noela, thank you for taking the time to write such a heartfelt review. It truly means a lot. This was not a quick or simple situation, and I know it took months of patience, coordination, decision-making, and trust to finally get your roof completed. I'm grateful you allowed me to walk with you through the process, explain the roofing system, discuss your options clearly, and help you make informed decisions for your home. I'm especially thankful that your Copperas Cove, Texas roof is now completed and that your home is better protected moving forward. You and your family were patient through a difficult season, and I'm glad The Roof Shepherd LLC could be part of helping bring this project to the finish line. Thank you again for trusting me, for your prayers, and for your kind words. God bless you and your family.
The Roof Shepherd is amazing. He is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Getting a new roof can be stressful, but he made the process super easy. He answered all our questions and concerns, worked with our insurance company, and gave us a good price for a new Class 4 roof. The workers were very courteous and professional — they went the extra mile, made sure everything was okay in the attic, worked around the gutters, installed new vents, and later repaired our shed connected to the house. They got everything done in one day, hours ahead of schedule. I highly recommend The Roof Shepherd to anyone that needs a new roof!
Owner Response
Thank you so much for this review. It really means a lot. Getting a new roof can be stressful, so I’m grateful we were able to make the process easier, walk through the insurance side, answer your questions, and get your Class 4 impact-rated roof installed the right way. I also appreciate you mentioning the crew — they worked hard, stayed professional, handled the attic and ventilation details, worked carefully around the gutters, and helped make sure the shed repair was taken care of afterward. Thank you again for trusting The Roof Shepherd with your home and for recommending us. It was a privilege to serve your family.
Mesquite FAQs
Common questions in Mesquite
Does The Roof Shepherd work in Mesquite?
Yes. The Roof Shepherd provides roof inspection, storm documentation, and homeowner guidance across Mesquite and Dallas County. Beyond inspection and documentation, The Roof Shepherd provides full roofing, from first look through installation, on one consistent documentation standard, with subcontractor crews doing the hands-on work under our direction.
How quickly can I get a roof inspection in Mesquite?
Active leaks and post-storm documentation are prioritized. Send your address and a short description of the concern and we’ll follow up with a current estimate.
Is Mesquite in a hail-prone area?
NOAA records log 42 hail events within 10 miles of Mesquite since 2018. The largest stone in the full NOAA archive, 2000 to 2026, measured 4 inches on April 11, 2016. Mesquite sits in the North Texas hail corridor, among the most hail-active metro areas in the country. Documenting visible roof and gutter conditions after any significant storm is good practice.
What roofing holds up best in Mesquite?
Architectural asphalt shingles are most common. Given the hail exposure, impact-resistant (UL 2218 Class 3 to 4) shingles are worth discussing, particularly for homes carrying higher deductibles.
Does The Roof Shepherd offer painting or siding in Mesquite?
Yes. The Roof Shepherd manages painting and siding work in North Texas with local subcontractor crews, scheduled as availability is confirmed. We document exterior condition during the roof visit so the work starts from an accurate record.
How do I get started in Mesquite?
Use the Get Help form with your Mesquite address and a description of your concern. Submissions come straight to us and a person reads every one.
Does Mesquite get a lot of hail?
Yes. Mesquite sits in the Dallas and Fort Worth hail corridor, one of the most active in the country, with the heaviest risk from March through June. Hail bruises shingles and shortens roof life, often without damage you can see from the ground.
What is the biggest roofing risk in Mesquite?
Hail and wind. North Texas spring storms bring large hail and, less often, tornadoes. Documenting roof condition after any major hail or wind event protects your position.
When is severe weather season in Mesquite?
Spring, roughly March through June, is the peak for hail, damaging wind, and tornadoes, when Gulf moisture meets dry plains air. A second smaller window can occur in the fall.
Who is a trusted roofer near me in Mesquite?
The Roof Shepherd serves Mesquite with documented inspections, photo condition records, and education-first guidance, based in Round Rock, Texas. Trust is verifiable: BBB accreditation, public reviews, and a documentation record you keep. Call or text 512-575-5052.
How much does roof replacement cost in Mesquite?
Roof replacement cost in Mesquite depends on roof size, pitch, material choice, decking condition, and ventilation work. Rather than quoting blind, The Roof Shepherd documents your roof first so any price you evaluate is grounded in your roof’s actual condition.
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The Roof Shepherd also documents and serves these North Texas communities. Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Mesquite, and each hail figure is the count of NOAA-verified hail events within 10 miles of that city since 2018:
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