Schertz, TX

Schertz is one of the fastest-growing cities in the San Antonio metro, with over 43,000 residents and new subdivisions still breaking ground. We’re Holmes Roofing & Exterior Solutions, and we’ve been serving Schertz homeowners since day one — it’s the next city over from our home base in Selma, and we’ve worked on roofs across Schertz from FM 78 to the Cibolo Creek corridor. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the SA metro with 43,000+ residents and new subdivisions still breaking ground along the FM 3009 growth corridor, Schertz needs contractors who stick around — not storm chasers.

Whether you’re a military family stationed at JBSA-Randolph looking for honest roofing work, a retiree in Scenic Hills taking care of your home, or a new homeowner in The Crossvine dealing with your first Texas hail season — we’re here to help.

Roof Replacement — The typical Schertz home has a composition shingle roof on a concrete slab foundation. Depending on the age of your neighborhood, you may be on your original builder-grade shingles (15-20 year lifespan in South Texas heat) or approaching a second replacement. We provide a detailed written estimate that breaks down materials, labor, disposal, and permits — no hidden line items.

Roof Repair — Wind-lifted shingles, cracked pipe boots, damaged ridge caps, and flashing failures along dormers and chimneys are the most common repair calls we get in Schertz. These are focused fixes, not an excuse to pitch you a full replacement. If your roof has 5-8 good years left, we’ll tell you that.

Hail & Storm Damage — Schertz sits in the same I-35 hail corridor as Selma, Cibolo, and New Braunfels. When storms move northeast out of San Antonio, Schertz often takes the first hit. The 2025 storm season generated record insurance payouts across central Texas, with hail damage claims running into the billions statewide. We provide free post-storm inspections — usually on your roof within a day or two — photograph all damage for your insurance file, and handle the entire claims process including supplements.

Hail come through the Schertz corridor? Call (210) 440-1013 for a free inspection — no strings attached.

Gutter Systems — Schertz’s gently rolling terrain and clay soil create drainage challenges, especially in subdivisions built along the Cibolo Creek floodplain. Properly sized seamless gutters with correctly positioned downspouts prevent the foundation problems that are common in this part of the metro.

Siding, Decks & Exterior — We handle Hardie board, vinyl siding, wood fence repair, and deck construction. For homeowners in Schertz neighborhoods with HOA-governed exteriors, we coordinate material approvals and color matching before work begins.

The Crossvine

One of Schertz’s newest master-planned communities with homes starting in the high $300s. These newer builds typically feature Class 4 impact-resistant shingles, which earn insurance discounts of up to 28% on your wind/hail premium. If you’re buying in The Crossvine and the inspection report flags the roof, call us for a second opinion before negotiating credits — we see inspectors both over-flag and under-flag regularly.

Scenic Hills

This active-adult community dates to 1982, making it one of Schertz’s most established neighborhoods with 204 homes. Roofs here span multiple generations — some on their third set of shingles. The smaller lot sizes and mature tree canopy mean we see more moss and algae growth on north-facing slopes, plus branch damage from overhanging live oaks. We work carefully around established landscaping and always do a post-job cleanup walk with the homeowner.

Ashley Place & Doerr Lane Area

Homes built in the early 2000s in the central Schertz corridor. These neighborhoods are hitting the 20-25 year mark, which means original roofs are at or past their functional life in the South Texas climate. If your home was built 2000-2006, even if the shingles look acceptable from the ground, the granule loss and underlayment degradation underneath may tell a different story. We do attic inspections as part of every free estimate.

Wortham Oaks & Country Club

Larger lots with more complex roof lines — multiple valleys, hip-and-ridge configurations, and sometimes a mix of shingle and metal over patios. Complex roofs cost more to replace, but they also suffer more hail damage because there are more penetration points, valleys, and edge conditions where water can intrude. We price by the square foot of actual roof area, not the footprint of the house.

Green Valley Ranch & FM 3009 Corridor

The growth corridor along FM 3009 toward Garden Ridge. Newer construction with modern energy codes — these homes should have radiant barrier decking and R-38 attic insulation. If your home was built to these specs but your energy bills are still high in summer, the problem may be inadequate ridge or soffit ventilation trapping heat in the attic despite the insulation. We inspect ventilation as part of our standard roof assessment.

Schertz Building Codes and Permits

The City of Schertz adopted the 2018 International Building Code Series with local amendments. A building permit is required for roof replacement work. Schertz uses CityView, their online portal at development.schertz.com, where permits can be tracked. We pull all permits as part of our standard service — you don’t need to visit City Hall or navigate the portal yourself.

Military Families and JBSA-Randolph

Schertz is one of the most popular off-base housing areas for families stationed at JBSA-Randolph, which is about 11 miles away. If you’re renting and your landlord needs roof work, we work directly with property owners and management companies. If you own and are facing a PCS move, a fresh roof with transferable warranty documentation increases your home’s value and removes a negotiation point for buyers. We provide all warranty paperwork in a format that title companies accept at closing.

The South Texas Heat Factor

Schertz averages over 100 days above 90°F per year. Roof surfaces in direct summer sun routinely exceed 160°F on dark shingles — temperatures that visibly distort asphalt and break down adhesive compounds. This daily thermal cycling — expansion during the day, contraction overnight — degrades shingle adhesive faster than the rated lifespan assumes (most manufacturer ratings are based on moderate climates, not subtropical Texas).

The practical impact: a “30-year” shingle in Schertz typically performs for 20-25 years. A “20-year” shingle may give you 15-18. We factor this into our recommendations. If you’re choosing between standard architectural and premium architectural shingles, the upgrade often pays for itself in South Texas longevity.

Insurance Carriers Common in Schertz

USAA (very common near JBSA-Randolph), State Farm, Allstate, Nationwide, Liberty Mutual, and GEICO homeowners. We’ve worked claims with all of them and know their adjuster processes. If your initial insurance estimate seems low, we handle the supplement process — a second round of documentation that addresses items the first adjuster missed or underpriced.

Answers by Joshua Holmes, Owner — Holmes Roofing & Exterior Solutions, Selma, TX.

How do I get a roofing permit in Schertz?
Schertz handles building permits and inspections through its Code Enforcement office at 1400 Schertz Parkway (210-619-1750). For a full roof replacement, we pull the permit and schedule the inspection on your behalf — you don’t deal with the city. (We confirm the exact current application requirements with the office before filing, since cities update them.)

How do I know if hail actually damaged my roof?
Hail bruising often isn’t visible from the ground — it shows up as soft spots, fractured mat, and granule loss that an adjuster looks for up close. After a storm, the safest move is a free roof-level inspection rather than guessing from the driveway. We photograph everything so you have documentation whether or not you end up filing.

How long does a roof replacement take in Schertz?
Most single-family homes are a one-day tear-off and install once materials are on site and the permit is in hand — larger or steeper roofs can run two days. We give you a realistic window up front rather than a vague ‘soon.’

How soon after a hailstorm should I get inspected?
Within 7–14 days. Texas was the #1 state in the country for hail events (1,123 statewide in 2023, per the Insurance Information Institute), and Schertz sits in the active Guadalupe County / I-35 corridor hail zone. Early documentation protects your claim. Inspections are free.

Is the estimate free?
Always. Call (210) 440-1013 for a free, no-obligation inspection — Schertz is minutes from our Selma base.

Storm damage, aging shingles, or buying/selling a home — give us a call and we’ll come take a look. You’ll get an honest assessment with photos and a written estimate. No pressure, no scare tactics.

(210) 440-1013 or schedule your inspection online.