Potter & Randall County Hail Damage Specialists Since 2014
Amarillo Roofing Contractor You Can Count On
Quick Summary
5 Star Roofing is headquartered at 2909 S Western St in Amarillo. We provide full roofing services across Potter and Randall Counties — residential, commercial, hail and wind damage repair, roof replacement, and Class 4 impact-resistant installations for every Amarillo neighborhood.
Your Trusted Roofing Partner in Amarillo, Texas
Amarillo is the largest city in the Texas Panhandle, the seat of Potter County, and home to a metropolitan area of more than 200,000 residents across Potter and Randall Counties. Our office at 2909 S Western St anchors a service area that covers every Amarillo neighborhood — from historic Wolflin and San Jacinto Heights to the newer developments along Soncy Road and Coulter. 5 Star Commercial Roofing has completed more projects in Amarillo than in any other city we serve.
Amarillo's economy spans agriculture, energy, healthcare, education, and a growing logistics sector along the I-40 corridor. The medical district, government and education facilities, retail centers, and industrial properties across the city all require specialized commercial roofing — TPO and PVC membranes for hail resistance, standing seam metal for warehouses, and built-up systems for the older low-slope commercial buildings downtown.
Texas Panhandle weather is the dominant constraint on roofing here. At 3,605 feet elevation with over 260 days of sunshine, Amarillo roofs face UV exposure significantly more intense than lower-elevation Texas cities. Hail Alley produces 8-12 significant hail events per year across Potter and Randall Counties, with baseball-sized hail multiple times annually. The May 20, 2019 storm dropped quarter-sized hail across Sleepy Hollow and multiple neighborhoods, with significant granule loss reported across thousands of roofs. Class 4 impact-resistant materials are strongly recommended for any Amarillo property.
Roofing Services in Amarillo
We provide a full range of residential and commercial roofing services throughout Amarillo and the surrounding Potter and Randall County communities. Select a service below for details.
Amarillo Neighborhoods We Serve
From the historic streets in Wolflin and San Jacinto Heights to the newer developments along Soncy Road on the southwest edge and Eastridge to the southeast, we work on roofs across every part of Amarillo. As a local outfit headquartered here since 2014, we know which Potter County and Randall County subdivisions get hit hardest by Hail Alley storms and which slopes catch the worst Texas Panhandle wind exposure.
Historic & Central
- ✓ Wolflin
- ✓ San Jacinto Heights
- ✓ Paramount Terrace
- ✓ North Heights
- ✓ Olsen Park
Southwest Amarillo
- ✓ Sleepy Hollow
- ✓ Tascosa
- ✓ Westcliff
- ✓ Bishopsgate
- ✓ Barrington Place
Surrounding Areas
- ✓ Soncy Road corridor
- ✓ Coulter / Loop 335
- ✓ All Potter County
- ✓ All Randall County
- ✓ Canyon & Bushland
Wolflin, Westcliff, Sleepy Hollow, and Colonies are among the larger HOA communities — we know each one's shingle color and material approval requirements and handle the architectural committee paperwork at no extra charge.
Recent Hail Events in Potter & Randall Counties
May 20, 2019 — Sleepy Hollow Hailstorm
Quarter-sized hail struck multiple Amarillo neighborhoods on May 20, 2019, with NWS storm reports specifically documenting impacts in Sleepy Hollow. Even quarter-sized hail causes significant granule loss and shortens shingle life, particularly on roofs already weathered by the Panhandle's intense UV exposure.
June 17, 2019 — Golf Ball Hail in Potter County
Hail measuring 1.75 inches struck northern Potter County, with multiple locations reporting damage across both Potter and Randall Counties. Severe hail measuring 2.50 inches was reported 14 miles north of Amarillo.
Annual Frequency — Ongoing
Potter and Randall Counties experience 8-12 significant hail events per year, with peak activity May through June. The National Weather Service Amarillo office documents these consistently — baseball-sized hail is a multiple-times-per-year occurrence, not a rare event.
Texas law gives you up to 2 years to file hail damage claims. After any hail event in Amarillo, get a professional inspection within 72 hours to protect your rights and catch hidden damage before water infiltration begins.
Roofing Challenges in Amarillo & the Texas Panhandle
Hail Alley Supercells
Amarillo's position in the southern Plains makes it a hotspot for supercell thunderstorms. Warm Gulf moisture clashing with cooler Panhandle air fuels storms capable of producing baseball-sized hail and damaging straight-line winds. Class 4 impact-resistant materials qualify for insurance discounts up to 30% and are strongly recommended for all Potter and Randall County properties.
Elevation, UV & Heat
At 3,605 feet with over 260 days of sunshine annually, Amarillo roofs receive UV exposure significantly more intense than lower-elevation Texas cities. UV breaks down asphalt binders, causes granule loss, and reduces expected roof life by 30-40% without premium UV-stabilized materials. Reflective metal roofing and white TPO commercial systems reduce cooling costs by 20-30% while standing up to the radiation.
Wind & Temperature Cycling
Sustained Panhandle winds frequently exceed 30 mph, with severe-weather gusts past 70 mph. The annual temperature range spans winter lows in the teens to summer highs near 100°F. The constant thermal expansion and contraction stresses sealants and fasteners, while wind events lift improperly installed shingles. We use enhanced fastening schedules exceeding minimum code requirements for all Amarillo installations.
HOA & Historic District Requirements
Amarillo's established neighborhoods come with HOA architectural requirements (Wolflin, Westcliff, Sleepy Hollow, Colonies) and the historic-district considerations of San Jacinto Heights and similar older communities. We handle architectural committee submissions, stock pre-approved Class 4 shingle colors, and use restoration-compatible materials where required.
Amarillo: Largest City of the Texas Panhandle
I-40 Corridor & Commerce
Amarillo's position along I-40 has made it the major logistics, retail, and hospitality hub between Albuquerque and Oklahoma City. The retail and commercial corridors along I-40, Coulter, Soncy, and Bell Street all require commercial roofing systems built for hail resistance and heat reflectance. Cadillac Ranch and the historic Route 66 district downtown bring additional tourism and hospitality properties to the commercial base.
Major Employers & Institutions
Amarillo's economic base spans Tyson Foods, the BNSF Railway, the medical district (Northwest Texas Healthcare System, BSA Health System), Amarillo College, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, and the Pantex plant outside the city. These institutional and industrial properties require specialized commercial roofing — chemical-resistant membranes, heavy-duty metal systems, and phased installations that work around active operations.
Medical District
Hospital campuses and surrounding medical office buildings requiring institutional-grade roofing with minimal operational disruption
Historic Route 66 / Downtown
Early 20th-century commercial buildings along Polk Street and the Sixth Street Historic District requiring restoration-compatible roofing
I-40 Industrial Zone
Warehouses, distribution centers, and processing facilities requiring durable, large-span commercial roofing systems
Amarillo Roofing FAQs
Ready to Protect Your Amarillo Property?
Whether you need a free roof inspection, hail damage assessment, repair work, or a complete roof replacement, 5 Star Commercial Roofing serves Amarillo from our office at 2909 S Western St. Most hail damage repairs are covered by insurance.