Decatur's working buildings
Decatur is the Wise County seat, on US-287 and US-380 about 40 miles northwest of Fort Worth (Texas State Historical Association). Census estimates put it at 6,554 residents in the 2020 base and about 9,029 in 2025, roughly 38% growth. The Handbook of Texas describes Decatur as a center for petroleum production, manufacturing and Wise County agribusiness, and the commercial buildings along the highways reflect that: oilfield-service and contractor shops, ag and equipment buildings, distribution and light-industrial space, and the warehouse behind many a storefront. Most have a metal roof; some have a low-slope membrane; plenty have both.
What fails, and what we do about it
| Problem | Why it happens | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Leaks at screws | Sun-dried washers and backed-out fasteners on exposed-fastener panels | Re-screw with new fasteners; seal laps and trim |
| Leaks at end laps | Spliced panels on long runs loosen and rust | Seal and stitch, or replace the run with one-piece panels formed to length |
| Rusted, worn-out panels | Age, scratches, standing water at low points | Retrofit over the old roof or new PBR or standing seam |
| Sweating ceilings | Condensation under uninsulated metal on cool mornings | Insulation and vapor control added with the re-roof |
| Office or dock section leaking | Low-slope membrane seams and flashings | Repair, coating, or new TPO |
Hail around Decatur
| Date | Where NOAA logged it | Hail size |
|---|---|---|
| April 4, 2008 | Decatur | 4.25 in |
| March 9, 2013 | Decatur Municipal Airport | 2.75 in |
| November 5, 2015 | Decatur | 2.75 in |
| March 26, 2017 | Decatur | 2.00 in |
| April 8, 2024 | Boyd, about 7 miles south | 3.00 in |
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, Wise County, TX. NOAA lists 76 reports of 1.75-inch or larger hail in Wise County since January 2005. A report shows where hail was seen, not whether a given roof was damaged.
On a metal building we separate cosmetic dents from damage that lets water in: broken finish at the strike, cracked light panels, crushed ribs at laps, and damaged trim. We document the damage with photos and measurements and can be on the roof when your adjuster inspects. We don't adjust or negotiate claims; you work the claim with your insurance company. Texas law requires you to pay your deductible, and we never waive or rebate it.
Permits and scheduling
The City of Decatur's fee schedule (Ordinance 2025-09-33, effective November 1, 2025) lists a separate re-roofing permit for multifamily and non-residential buildings, so plan for it in the schedule. We plan the work around your yard traffic and shifts, open only what we can close the same day, and keep trucks and lifts out of your loading areas.
Close to home
Because our office is in Decatur, leak calls here are local. We offer same-day response in almost every case, and we answer leak and storm calls 24/7 at (817) 733-9228. We also handle small jobs, like a single leaking lap or a few cracked light panels. We've done commercial jobs from about $1,000 repairs to multi-million-dollar projects, and owner Blake Snow brings 30 years of large commercial and industrial project experience, including casino properties (Imperial Palace, Boomtown, Casino Magic and Hard Rock).
We're certified with GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, Atlas, Johns Manville, Carlisle, Tropical Roofing Products, Mule-Hide and Enviroshake. We send certificates of insurance before work starts; tell us your requirements with the bid request. Both 10-year and 20-year manufacturer NDL (no-dollar-limit) warranties are available. The price depends on which term you choose, and NDL warranties are issued after the manufacturer's own inspection.
Statewide guide: warehouse and industrial roofing.
More Decatur building types: warehouses · churches · mini storage · retail centers. Back to commercial roofing in Decatur or our Decatur office.
Commercial warranty: a workmanship warranty from 10 years up to lifetime, depending on the job, plus both 10-year and 20-year NDL (no-dollar-limit) manufacturer warranties (the price depends on which NDL term you choose). Manufacturer coverage depends on the product and brand, and on the project qualifying for that manufacturer's program. We put the exact warranty for your roof in writing.
Certified, with 30 years installing every major roofing brand, a family roofing business going back 75 years, and over $80 million in completed roofing projects. 5.0 stars on Google at all three of our offices.
Request a free inspection or call (817) 733-9228. Small repairs are welcome too.
