EPDM, the black rubber membrane, has half a century of track record on commercial roofs, and plenty of Arlington buildings are wearing it right now.
EPDM earns its place on proven longevity and easy repair: the rubber tolerates decades of weather, and crews who know the system can patch it cleanly. The drawback in Arlington is the black surface, which absorbs Texas heat and adds to operating costs, so new installs usually weigh TPO first while existing EPDM roofs often qualify for repair or restoration instead of replacement.
The estimate is free and written, the inspection is recorded in photos, and no deductible gets waived, per Texas law. Cedar Crest is not a public adjuster.
Existing EPDM roofs across Arlington
Arlington is an established city, with a median home build year of 1986 and just 8 percent of housing built in 2010 or later, so most of the EPDM we see there is already on a building with years of service behind it. The real question is how that rubber has handled the storms. Hail an inch or larger has hit within 9 miles of the city on 41 days since 2006, in 15 of the last 20 years.
An EPDM roof that has come through that many storms deserves a close look at seams, flashings, and penetrations before anyone recommends a fix. We photograph what we find, explain whether repair or restoration is realistic, and say so plainly when replacement is the honest answer. Crews covering Arlington also cover Pantego, Grand Prairie, and the rest of Tarrant County.
THE SYSTEM
EPDM Roofing, up close.
EPDM membrane. Fully-adhered black rubber in seamless sheets: the low-slope workhorse.
PUBLIC RECORD
The local record behind EPDM Roofing in Arlington
How a roof system holds up in Arlington depends on the storms it has to take and the houses it sits on. Here is what the public record shows.
41
Hail days, 1 in.+ since 2006
21
Golf-ball-size hail days
5 in.
Largest stone on record
1986
Median year homes built
Hail near Arlington
Hail is a regular event around Arlington. NOAA's Storm Events Database lists 41 separate days since 2006 with hail one inch or larger reported within 9 miles of the city, and on 21 of those days the stones reached golf ball size or bigger. Hail that size was reported in 15 of the last 20 years. The largest stones on record nearby measured 5 inches (softball size) on June 12, 2023. The most recent report: 1-inch hail on April 26, 2026.
June 12, 2023: 5-inch hail (softball size)
May 27, 2024: 3.25-inch hail (teacup size)
June 13, 2012: 3-inch hail (teacup size)
May 24, 2011: 2.75-inch hail (baseball size)
June 1, 2025: 2.5-inch hail (tennis ball size)
How old Arlington homes are
The median home in Arlington was built in 1986, and 33% of the city's 153,137 housing units predate 1980. Many of these houses are likely on their second roof or nearing the point where they need one.
Sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database (hail reports since 2006 within 9 miles of Arlington); U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Data pulled September 2026.
Common questions about epdm roofing in Arlington
Is EPDM outdated compared to TPO in Arlington?
No, different trade-offs. EPDM has the longest single-ply track record and repairs well; its black surface absorbs heat that white TPO reflects. Existing EPDM in sound condition usually argues for maintenance, not replacement.
How long does EPDM last?
Decades. Well-maintained EPDM commonly reaches twenty-five to thirty years, and restoration coatings can extend sound membranes further.
Should we match the original material when re-roofing in Arlington?
Not automatically. A roof on its second or third cycle is a chance to rethink: Class 4 asphalt for the insurance math, metal or premium systems where the home and horizon justify them. We quote the honest options against your actual house.
How often does hail hit Arlington?
NOAA's Storm Events Database lists 41 days since 2006 with hail one inch or larger reported within 9 miles of Arlington, including 21 days with golf ball size stones or bigger. Hail that size was reported in 15 of the last 20 years. The most recent report was 1-inch hail on April 26, 2026.
How old are most homes in Arlington?
The median home in Arlington was built in 1986, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey. 33% of the city's housing units predate 1980 and 8% were built in 2010 or later. Many homes here are reaching the age when original roofs come due.
