03/04/2026
🌩️ Before the Storm Hits…
Every year it happens. March rolls around, severe weather is forecasted, and suddenly:
The winds pick up.
The hail falls.
Phones start ringing.
And trucks with out-of-town plates are everywhere.
Here’s the hard truth:
The worst time to choose a general contractor is after a storm.
We were recently brought in to consult for a homeowner in the Anna/Melissa area who hired the first company that knocked on his door.
He was stressed. His roof was leaking. Windows were blown out. Water in the house.
He panicked.
That’s exactly what storm chasers count on.
Here’s what we found:
• Permits charged for — never pulled
• Work billed — not completed (nearly $10k worth)
• Inflated pricing
• Discontinued shingles installed
• Wrong ridge and wrong color
• No proof of warranty registration
• No copy of signed contract
• Backdated invoice with threats of 18% interest and a lien
• Workmanship that would have caused immediate leaks
Original estimate? Over $180,000.
Actual needed repairs? Around $60–65k.
Let that sink in.
This doesn’t just hurt one homeowner — it impacts everyone. Inflated claims and unethical practices are a major reason premiums rise, deductibles increase, coverages shrink, and claims get denied.
Storm damage is real.
Panic decisions are expensive.
When emotions are high, mistakes get made.
Before storm season ever shows up, you should already know:
✔️ Who you would call
✔️ Who actually lives and works in your community
✔️ Who understands the insurance process
✔️ Who will answer the phone next year
Storm chasers chase opportunity.
Local contractors build relationships.
At Texas Forever General Contracting, we believe preparation beats panic every time.
If you don’t already have a contractor you trust, now is the time to vet one — not when your roof is leaking.
📞 214-738-1640
Texas Forever. 🤠🛠️