This report covers a completed roof replacement in Anna, TX, where hail had caused widespread damage to a roof that was barely a year old. The homeowner’s son referred us for the job. Once our crew took a close look at the shingles and gutters, the extent of the impact damage became clear. We removed the old roof down to the deck, installed synthetic underlayment, and put on new CertainTeed Landmark shingles in Weather Wood, along with new flashing, vents, and gutters. The job took two days, the replacement passed final inspection, and we documented everything for the homeowner’s insurance carrier, AFICS.
What we found in Anna
The roof showed the pattern typical of hail impact: bruising and granule loss scattered across most slopes, along with damage to the gutters. The house was only about a year old, so the roof hadn’t had time to wear down from age or sun exposure. That made it easier to see how consistent the hail impact marks were across different sections of the roof. Our crew also noted a broken light fixture and a damaged window on the exterior during the assessment, consistent with the same wind and hail event.
Rainy Day’s role
As a family-owned company, we work as one company from first call through rebuild. That matters on a job like this, where roofing, exterior fixtures, and insurance documentation all needed to line up. We arrived the next day after the homeowner contacted us. Our crew assessed the roof and surrounding damage, then handled the scope of work directly with the homeowner and their insurance carrier.
The roof replacement in Anna, TX, step by step
Our crew performed a full tear-off of the existing roof, removing all shingles and old underlayment down to the deck. We installed new synthetic underlayment across the steep roof planes, then installed CertainTeed Landmark shingles in the Weather Wood color. We also replaced the flashing and vents as part of the same scope, since hail and the tear-off process can compromise these components even when they aren’t the most visible part of the job. Finally, we replaced the damaged gutters, light fixture, and window identified during the initial assessment.
What the photos show
The photo set documents the roof before tear-off, the deck once our crew removed the shingles, the underlayment installation, and the completed shingle field with new flashing and vents in place. Additional photos show the replaced gutters and exterior fixtures.
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Why hail damage is worth taking seriously
Hail damage isn’t always obvious from the ground, especially on a newer roof where shingles still look clean and intact. Bruised shingles can lose their ability to shed water properly over time, even if they aren’t visibly torn or missing. A homeowner might assume a one-year-old roof is fine simply because of its age. But hail impact doesn’t care how new the shingles are. Left unaddressed, this kind of granule loss and mat bruising can shorten the roof’s service life. It can also lead to leaks that show up well after the storm that caused them.
Result and next step
This roof replacement in Anna passed final inspection, and we documented the full scope, from tear-off through flashing and gutter replacement, for the homeowner’s insurance claim with AFICS. After we installed the shingles, we went into the attic to check that the water heater and furnace flue pipes hadn’t come loose during the work. Both were confirmed intact. No further roofing work is scheduled at this time.
Guidance for property owners in Anna and North Texas
If your home has been through a hailstorm, even a newer roof deserves a close look. Granule loss, bruised shingles, and damaged gutters or flashing are easy to miss without someone checking each slope directly. You can review North Texas storm patterns through the National Weather Service Fort Worth office to understand how local hail events develop. Checking the hail damage history for your area can also help you spot warning signs early. Documenting damage promptly, and keeping a clear record for your insurance carrier, makes the claims process smoother and helps ensure repairs are scoped correctly the first time.
Related guidance
For homeowners dealing with a suspected hail event, learn more about our roof replacement process, review the signs of hail damage to check for on your own roof, or get help from our team to schedule an assessment.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my roof has hail damage?
Look for bruised or dented shingles, granule loss in the gutters or downspouts, and damage to soft metals like vents, flashing, and gutters. A roof can have significant hail damage without any obvious leaks yet. That’s why a close inspection matters even on a newer home.
Can a roof that’s only a year old still need a roof replacement in Anna after hail?
Yes. Hail damage depends on the storm, not the roof’s age. In this Anna, TX project, the home was about a year old, but the shingles still showed widespread impact damage consistent with a hail event.
Does a full roof replacement include gutters and flashing?
Not always, but it can when those components are also damaged. In this job, we replaced the gutters, flashing, and vents along with the shingles because all showed damage from the same event.
How long does a full roof replacement take?
Timelines vary with roof size, pitch, and material. This particular tear-off and replacement in Anna, TX took two days to complete.
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