--- title: "North Texas Hail Season and Your Windows: What to Do" description: "Hail can break windows across Dallas and Fort Worth. See what the National Weather Service and Texas Department of Insurance say, and how to plan your repair." url: https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/blog/north-texas-hail-season-and-your-windows publisher: Honey Rock Window and Door phone: +1-214-484-9982 quote: https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/contact-us --- # North Texas Hail Season and Your Windows: What to Do Large hail can strike North Texas at any time of year, and the National Weather Service says it is most common in spring. If hail breaks your windows, file a claim fast, photograph the damage, cover openings to keep rain out, and get more than one repair estimate before you sign anything. Published September 8, 20265 min read ![A limestone home with tall arched black doors](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/_astro/project-02.BO5Nd01q_Z7hxAb.avif) ## When is hail season in North Texas? Hail season in North Texas peaks in spring. The National Weather Service office in Fort Worth says storms with tornadoes, damaging winds and large hail can occur throughout the year, but they are most common in the spring months. That wording matters for planning. Spring is the time to check your windows, know your policy and have a plan. A storm in October or January is still possible. The agency does not say hail is limited to one season, so a calendar is a guide, not a promise. This post does not give a hail count per city. The National Weather Service pages we read do not publish one, and we will not invent a number. ## How bad can a North Texas hailstorm get? A single storm can cause billions of dollars in damage. On May 5, 1995, a cluster of severe storms crossed Tarrant and Dallas counties. The National Weather Service Fort Worth summary says the storms caused an estimated $2 billion in damages and calls the event one of the costliest hail storms in history. The same summary says the storms struck the Mayfest festival at 7:10 pm. More than 10,000 people were in the open. Hail up to the size of softballs fell, and more than 400 people were injured. The agency also says more than 350 cars sustained weather-related damage. The lesson for a homeowner is simple. Large hail is not a rare idea in this region. Your home is a place where glass, frames and seals take the first hit. ## What should you do after hail damages your windows? File your insurance claim as soon as you can, then protect the house from more damage. The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) gives a short list. The table below restates it in plain words. Read the full TDI page for your own claim. Step What TDI says to do Why it matters for windows File early File an insurance claim as soon as you can. Early filing starts the process while you protect the house. Document Take pictures and video. List damage inside and outside. Broken glass, dented frames and wet trim all count. Keep items Do not throw damaged items away until the insurer says so. An adjuster may want to see a cracked unit. Stop more damage Remove standing water. Cover broken windows and holes. Save receipts. Your policy may pay for temporary repairs. Be there Be available when the adjuster visits. You can point out every damaged window. Track calls Keep a list of everyone you talk to at the insurer. You will have a record if details change. TDI also notes that if you cannot stay in your house after a storm, most policies cover some related costs. Keep those receipts too. ## How do you avoid repair fraud after a storm? Get more than one estimate and never pay in full up front. TDI warns that storms bring contractors who knock on doors. Its advice is to compare bids, check references, and call the Better Business Bureau to see if a contractor has complaints. Three more rules from TDI are worth printing: 1. Do not make your final payment until the work is done. 2. Avoid any contractor who offers to waive your deductible. TDI says it is illegal under state law to do this. 3. Never sign a contract that has blank spaces. A custom window or door has a long lead time, so ask each bidder to put the schedule and the scope in writing. We do not publish lead times for any product here. The maker sets them, and they change. ![A white brick home with black-framed windows and a Japanese maple](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/_astro/project-03.BtO7XoR4_Z1cP9pG.avif) ## What can you plan for when you replace windows after hail? Plan the glass, the frame and the opening together. Glass type affects how a window handles impact. Our glossary explains [impact-resistant glass](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/impact-resistant-glass), [laminated glass](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/laminated-glass) and [tempered glass](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/tempered-glass) in plain terms. It also explains the [insulating glass unit](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/igu) that most modern windows use. Be careful with any “hail-proof” claim. We do not make one. Jada, for example, publishes no impact ratings on its product pages. So the honest path is to ask each manufacturer for written test data and read the results side by side. Questions worth asking before you order: - Which glass build do you recommend for my exposure, and why? - Do you have written test results for this exact window or door? - Who handles removal, opening repair and flashing? - What does the schedule look like from order to install? Honey Rock works with Jada, Bertrand and Sun Windows, and describes its work as running “From the initial design process to the final installation.” Hail repairs often turn into upgrades. If you are already opening walls, read our guide on [planning a window and door project](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/guides/planning-a-window-and-door-project) and the page on [window replacement in Dallas](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/window-replacement-dallas). Permits and historic rules still apply after a storm. Some neighborhoods have design rules for windows. See our post on the [M Streets window rules](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/blog/m-streets-window-rules-dallas) for one example, and confirm what applies to your address with the city. ![Arched wood doors with divided lites in a stone wall](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/_astro/arched-window-stone-yellow-01.UK_Vazh1_C4K3b.avif) ## What should you check on your windows after a storm? Check the glass first, then the frames and seals. This is a practical checklist, not a rule from a weather agency. After a storm, walk the house in daylight and look for cracks, chips, bent frames, torn screens and stains around the trim. A short check list: - Cracks or chips in glass, including the inner pane. - Dents or bent corners on frames. - Water marks on the sill, jamb or drywall. - Seals that look pulled away. - Doors that stick or no longer close squarely. Photograph each one with a date. Mark the window on a simple floor plan. An adjuster and a contractor will both use it. ## What this post cannot tell you This post does not replace your policy, your adjuster or an engineer. Insurance terms vary. TDI’s page covers general steps and does not decide your claim. Call TDI at the number on its page if you have a question about your rights. Rules and agency pages change. We read the sources below in November 2026. Check them again before you act. ## Next step If hail has damaged your windows or doors, or you want stronger glass in a new build, tell us about your project at [/contact-us](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/contact-us) or call (214) 484-9982. For how we think about replacement, see [window replacement in Dallas](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/window-replacement-dallas). ## Questions people ask ### When is hail season in North Texas? The National Weather Service in Fort Worth says storms with large hail can occur throughout the year but are most common in the spring months. Plan for spring first, and keep a storm checklist ready all year. ### What should I do first if hail breaks a window? The Texas Department of Insurance says to file a claim as soon as you can. Take pictures and video, cover broken windows and holes to keep rain out, and keep your receipts. Do not throw damaged items away until your insurer says you can. ### Can a contractor waive my hail deductible? No. The Texas Department of Insurance says it is illegal to waive a homeowners deductible under state law. Avoid any contractor who offers to do it, and get more than one estimate before you hire anyone. ### Does Honey Rock sell hail-proof windows? We do not claim any window is hail-proof, and we quote no impact rating that a manufacturer has not published. Ask each maker for written test data, then compare it. Call (214) 484-9982 to talk through your project. ## Terms on this page - [IGU (Insulated Glass Unit)](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/igu) - [Impact-resistant glass](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/impact-resistant-glass) - [Laminated glass](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/laminated-glass) - [Tempered glass](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/tempered-glass) - [Flashing](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/flashing) - [Jamb](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/jamb) - [Sill](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/glossary/sill) ## Sources 1. [National Weather Service Fort Worth: The Mayfest Storm, May 5, 1995](https://www.weather.gov/fwd/mayfest15) 2. [National Weather Service Fort Worth: The Mayfest Storm, May 5, 1995 (spring season)](https://www.weather.gov/fwd/mayfest15) 3. [Texas Department of Insurance: Hail damage to your home or car? What to do next.](https://www.tdi.texas.gov/tips/after-hail-or-windstorms.html) 4. [Texas Department of Insurance: Hail damage to your home or car? What to do next. (deductible)](https://www.tdi.texas.gov/tips/after-hail-or-windstorms.html) Written by Honey Rock Window and Door and checked against the sources above on September 8, 2026. Product specifications and city rules change, so check the linked page before you act. ## Keep reading - [Window replacement in Dallas luxury and historic homesBefore you replace windows in Dallas, confirm three things with the city: whether your work needs a permit, whether your home sits in a Landmark or conservation district, and what that district allows. As of November 2026, historic districts need approval before exterior work. Never assume a swap is exempt.](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/window-replacement-dallas) - [Planning a window and door project, from first drawing to install dayPlan in this order: design and openings, product and glass choices, a quote from your plans, permit and approval checks, then ordering, delivery and installation. Send plans, a window schedule, rough opening sizes and photos early. Ask each maker for a written lead time on your exact configuration; never assume one.](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/guides/planning-a-window-and-door-project) - [M Streets Window Rules in Dallas: Conservation DistrictOn the front facade and wrap-around of an M Streets house, the Dallas ordinance allows only transparent, stained or leaded glass, and windows must be taller than wide. Muntins and mullions must stand out at least one-fourth inch, and metal frames must match original wood finishes. Get a Work Review Form first.](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/blog/m-streets-window-rules-dallas) - [Glass options for windows and doors: Low-E, argon, triple and laminatedMost exterior glass is an insulated glass unit: two panes with a sealed, gas-filled gap. Low-E coatings cut heat flow, argon slows convection, a warm-edge spacer protects the edge, and laminated or tempered glass adds sound control or safety. Match the package to each wall, then ask for whole-window ratings.](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/guides/glass-options-for-windows-and-doors) - [Custom entry doors: swing, pivot, steel and wood-cladA custom entry door starts with how it opens: inswing, outswing or pivot. Then you choose the frame material, the glass and privacy level, the locks and the sill. In Texas, add the sun. A west-facing door needs low-solar-gain glass and a sill detail that suits its exposure.](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/custom-entry-doors) - [Energy-efficient windows for Texas homesIn Texas, the number that matters most is solar heat gain (SHGC), because summer sun drives cooling costs. Then check U-factor, visible transmittance and the NFRC label. Dallas and Tarrant counties sit in ENERGY STAR's Southern zone. Local energy codes differ by city, so confirm yours.](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/energy-efficient-windows-texas) ![A modern home with wide glass doors lit warm at dusk beside a pool](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/_astro/dusk-modern-home-pool-01.CeePxgPr_Z2giQin.webp) ## Let’s frame your view. Send your plans or a few photos of the openings. We will help you choose the system, the brand and the glass. [Start your project](https://honeyrock.multisites.ai/contact-us)[or call (214) 484-9982](tel:+1-214-484-9982)