Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about impact-rated shingles, metal roofs, storm damage and how we work. Don't see your question? Call (817) 733-9228.
About the company
Who owns Snow Roofing & Exteriors?
Blake Snow, a third-generation roofer who lives in Bridgeport, Texas. The business has 75 years in roofing, and Blake has overseen large commercial projects, including casino properties.
Is Snow Roofing & Exteriors licensed and insured?
Texas does not issue state roofing licenses. We are insured and provide a certificate of insurance on request, and we are certified with GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, and Atlas.
Where are you located?
We have three offices: 1402 County Road 3336, Bridgeport, TX 76426, (817) 733-9228; 200 West Side Dr Suite 200, Decatur, TX 76234, (817) 733-9228; and 153 County Road 4713, Rhome, TX 76078, (940) 799-6920.
How far do you travel?
We serve every town and city within about 65 miles of Bridgeport, measured in a straight line. That covers Wise County and the towns around it, Weatherford, Granbury, Mineral Wells, Jacksboro, Bowie, Nocona, Henrietta, Gainesville, Denton, Fort Worth, Southlake, Westlake, Colleyville, and out to Plano, Dallas and Archer City. See our service areas page for the full list.
Shingles and impact ratings
Do you install standard shingles?
No. Every shingle roof we install is rated Class 3 or better under UL 2218, with Class 4 available, even on basic re-roofs.
What is the difference between Class 3 and Class 4 shingles?
Both are tested under UL 2218 by dropping steel balls on the product. Class 3 products withstood 1.75-inch balls, and Class 4 products withstood 2-inch balls without cracking through. Class 4 is the highest rating.
Will an impact-rated roof lower my insurance?
It might. The Texas Department of Insurance says insurers may give premium credits for UL 2218 roofs, the amount varies by company, and Class 4 generally earns the largest. We do not promise any discount. Ask your insurer. We provide TDI Form PC068 for qualifying installs.
Metal roofing
What types of metal roofs do you install?
Standing seam, exposed-fastener R-panel and PBR, stone-coated steel, metal shingles and metal tile, and roofs for barndominiums, shops, and agricultural buildings. We also repair metal roofs.
Should I get metal or Class 4 shingles?
Both resist hail far better than unrated shingles. Class 4 shingles cost less upfront and often earn the largest insurance credit. Metal lasts a long time and suits shops, barns, lake houses, and modern homes. Our metal vs. Class 4 guide compares them in detail.
Storms and insurance
Do you handle my insurance claim?
We are roofers, not public adjusters, and Texas law does not allow contractors to act as adjusters. We inspect and photograph the damage and meet your adjuster on the roof. You or your agent handle the claim with your insurer.
Can you cover or waive my deductible?
No. Texas law requires you to pay your deductible and makes it illegal for a contractor to waive, absorb, or rebate it. We never do.
Is a storm inspection free?
Yes. Storm inspections are free, with no obligation to hire us.
Exteriors and outdoor living
What else do you do besides roofs?
Gutters, siding, windows, soffit and fascia, exterior painting, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, and pool houses.
Can a pergola or pool house roof match my house?
Yes. We roof pergolas, outdoor kitchen covers, and pool houses with the same metal or impact-rated shingles as your home and tie them in with proper flashing.
Get a free roof inspection
We get on the roof, photograph what we find, and tell you plainly whether you need a repair or a replacement.