Ian Flannigan

DFW has no shortage of roofing contractors after a hail event. Choosing the right one is one of the most important decisions in the process — here's what actually matters.

After a major hail event in DFW, contractors appear fast. Some are excellent. Many are not — and the ones who aren't will be long gone before the problems they leave show up on your ceiling.

Texas homeowners file more hail damage claims than almost any other state. Here's the step-by-step guide to doing it right — with Texas-specific rules that change the outcome.