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Roofing in Hobbs, TX

Hobbs sits on the Llano Estacado just across the New Mexico line, and while it's technically in Lea County, NM, the building stock and weather patterns mirror what we see across the Permian Basin in West Texas. Roofs here take a beating from a combination of intense UV exposure (Hobbs averages over 280 sunny days a year), summer highs that regularly push past 100°F, sustained west-southwest winds, and the spring hailstorms that roll through from late March into June. The 2019 and 2021 hail events alone produced thousands of insurance claims across Lea County, and many roofs that were patched rather than replaced are now failing.

The housing mix in Hobbs reflects the oil boom cycles. You'll find mid-century pier-and-beam homes near downtown and the Taylor and Sanger neighborhoods, 1970s and 80s ranch-style homes around Highway 18 and Jefferson, and newer subdivisions like Country Club Estates and developments off Lovington Highway built during the Permian boom. Asphalt three-tab shingles dominate older homes, while architectural laminate shingles, standing-seam metal, and TPO on commercial buildings are common on newer construction. Stucco parapet walls on flat or low-slope roofs are also widespread, particularly on commercial properties along Broadway and Marland.

The biggest issues we encounter are wind-lifted shingles along ridge lines, granule loss from hail bruising, cracked pipe boots from UV degradation, and ponding water on flat commercial roofs where drains have clogged with caliche dust and tumbleweed debris.

Common roof problems we see in Hobbs

• Hail bruising and granule loss from spring storms moving in off the Caprock — often invisible from the ground but flagged on insurance inspections
• Wind-lifted and creased shingles along ridges and rake edges from 40–60 mph gusts common March through May
• UV-cracked pipe boots, sealant failures, and brittle flashing on roofs older than 8–10 years
• Ponding water and blistered membranes on flat TPO and modified bitumen commercial roofs downtown and along Broadway
• Stucco parapet cracking and coping cap separation on commercial buildings, leading to interior wall leaks during driven-rain events

Why homeowners and businesses in Hobbs choose Standard Commercial Roofing

Standard Commercial Roofing is licensed and fully insured, GAF Master Elite certified (a distinction held by less than 3% of roofing contractors in North America), and we've completed more than 800 residential and commercial projects across West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. Based in Levelland, we're roughly 50 miles from Hobbs and run crews into Lea County regularly — we've completed work in the area and know the local supply houses, inspectors, and the specific underwriting requirements that carriers like State Farm, Farmers, and USAA use for Permian Basin hail claims. We handle full insurance claim assistance, drone inspections, and offer manufacturer-backed warranties through GAF, CertainTeed, and Carlisle. Whether it's a shingle tear-off on a 1970s ranch in Taylor or a TPO recover on a commercial building near the Hobbs Industrial Air Park, our work is documented, warrantied, and code-compliant.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hobbs Roofing

Q: How do I know if my Hobbs roof has hail damage after a storm?

A: Look for dented gutters, downspouts, AC fins, and metal vents — these are easy ground-level indicators. On the roof itself, hail leaves circular bruises and knocks granules loose, exposing the asphalt mat. We offer free drone inspections in Hobbs and provide a written report you can submit with an insurance claim.

Q: What roofing material holds up best in Hobbs's wind and sun?

A: Standing-seam metal and Class 4 impact-rated architectural shingles (like GAF Timberline AS II) perform best here. Class 4 shingles also qualify for insurance premium discounts in New Mexico. Metal handles UV and wind better long-term but costs more upfront — both are solid choices for the Permian climate.

Q: How long does a typical asphalt shingle roof last in Hobbs?

A: Realistically, 15–20 years for architectural shingles, less for older three-tab. The combination of UV intensity, temperature swings, and periodic hail shortens the manufacturer's stated lifespan. We commonly see roofs needing replacement at 17–18 years even without storm damage.

Q: Do you work with New Mexico insurance adjusters on Hobbs claims?

A: Yes. Even though we're based in Texas, we're set up to work claims in Lea County and across southeastern New Mexico. We meet adjusters on-site, provide Xactimate-compatible documentation, and handle supplements when storm damage exceeds the initial scope.

Q: How quickly can you respond after a hailstorm in Hobbs?

A: We typically get an inspector to Hobbs within 48–72 hours of a major storm event. Because we're only about 50 miles away in Levelland, we don't have the long lead times that out-of-state storm chasers do, and we're here year-round for warranty work.