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[ MODIFIED BITUMEN ROOFING · RICHARDSON ]DFW METROPLEX · TX

Richardson, TX

Modified Bitumen Roofing in Richardson

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Service infoDFW · est. 2023
  • (469) 405-7870
  • Serving the entire DFW metroplex. We come to you
  • Mon–Sat · 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • 5-Year Written Workmanship Warranty, transferable
  • Family-owned & operated · residential + commercial
Direct answer

Modified bitumen (mod-bit) is asphalt roofing engineered for low slopes: multi-ply redundancy and a puncture toughness single-ply membranes cannot match.

Modified bitumen earns its place on Richardson buildings through layers. Two or more plies of polymer-modified asphalt build a roof with backup, so a puncture has to get through redundancy rather than a single membrane. It stands up to rooftop foot traffic, which suits buildings whose roofs double as equipment yards, and modern cold-applied and self-adhered systems have retired most of the old torch-down fire concerns. Every assessment includes a free written estimate and photo documentation. We never waive a deductible because Texas law does not allow it, and we are not a public adjuster.

Why extra plies pay off on a Richardson roof

Redundancy is a sensible answer for a city that gets hit as often as Richardson. Hail an inch or larger has fallen within 6 miles in 14 of the last 20 years, and April 20, 2023 brought stones measuring 3.0 inches. On a single membrane, one hard strike can open a leak. On a multi-ply mod-bit roof, the top ply can take damage while the plies beneath keep the building dry until repairs are made, which is why we inspect and photograph after major storms rather than waiting for a ceiling stain. Equipment-heavy roofs deserve the same attention, since service traffic and storm impacts often land in the same spots. Richardson sits in Dallas County, and the same crews install and service mod-bit in Plano and Addison.

THE SYSTEM

Modified Bitumen Roofing, up close.

An overhead view of a commercial flat roof, showing a granulated surface with visible seams, patches, and a vent pipe. In the background, other commercial buildings and power lines are visible under a cloudy sky.
Modified bitumen. Granule-surfaced torch-down sheets, lapped and sealed, an asphalt system laid flat.
PUBLIC RECORD

The local record behind Modified Bitumen Roofing in Richardson

How a roof system holds up in Richardson depends on the storms it has to take and the houses it sits on. Here is what the public record shows.

36
Hail days, 1 in.+ since 2006
12
Golf-ball-size hail days
3 in.
Largest stone on record
1986
Median year homes built

Hail near Richardson

NOAA's Storm Events Database lists 36 days since 2006 with hail one inch or larger reported within 6 miles of Richardson. On 12 of those days, the stones were golf ball size or bigger. Hail that size was reported in 14 of the last 20 years. The largest stones on record nearby measured 3 inches (teacup size) on April 20, 2023. The most recent report: 1.75-inch hail on April 27, 2026.

How old Richardson homes are

The median home in Richardson was built in 1986, and 44% of the city's 47,960 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 6 miles of Richardson); U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Data pulled September 2026.

Common questions about modified bitumen roofing in Richardson

Is torch-down roofing safe?

Modern mod-bit rarely needs torches, since cold-applied adhesives and self-adhered sheets install without open flame. Where torch application is used, certified crews and fire-watch protocols are non-negotiable.

When does mod-bit beat single-ply in Richardson?

Heavy rooftop traffic and equipment service. The multi-ply build tolerates the abuse that punctures single membranes. Buildings whose roofs are working platforms are mod-bit's home field.

Should we match the original material when re-roofing in Richardson?

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 Richardson?

NOAA's Storm Events Database lists 36 days since 2006 with hail one inch or larger reported within 6 miles of Richardson, including 12 days with golf ball size stones or bigger. Hail that size was reported in 14 of the last 20 years. The most recent report was 1.75-inch hail on April 27, 2026.

How old are most homes in Richardson?

The median home in Richardson was built in 1986, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey. 44% of the city's housing units predate 1980 and 21% were built in 2010 or later. Many homes here are reaching the age when original roofs come due.

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