COMMERCIAL
STORM DAMAGE
REPAIR IN McKINNEY, TX.
On April 8, 2024, McKinney recorded 2.75-inch hail that impacted approximately 2,514 properties. With one of the densest commercial building inventories in Collin County — from a 150-year-old historic downtown square to early-2000s corporate campuses entering their first major sealant replacement cycle — the window between storm event and secondary water damage is narrow.
What Commercial Storm Damage Repair Includes
From emergency stabilization through final restoration — a complete scope for commercial exterior storm damage.
Emergency Stabilization
Immediate response to secure open penetrations, displaced cladding panels, and fractured glazing before additional water infiltration multiplies interior damage. We board, tarp, and temporarily fasten loose components within 24-48 hours.
After large McKinney hail events — like the April 2024 event that impacted thousands of properties simultaneously — local contractor capacity saturates quickly. Our pre-established response protocols and self-performing capability with boom trucks ensure we can reach your property before extended water infiltration compounds the storm damage.
Hail & Wind Damage Assessment
Systematic inspection of all exterior envelope components — parapets and cladding edges, cladding, masonry, sealant joints, curtain wall sections, and glazing — documented with photographs and a written scope formatted for insurance adjuster review.
McKinney's April 8, 2024 event measured 2.75-inch hail impacting approximately 2,514 properties. For large corporate campuses like Raytheon's Advanced Integration Center or Encore Wire's multi-building complex, we provide building-by-building assessment reports with the detail required for large commercial claims.
Facade & Cladding Repair
Replacement or repair of storm-damaged exterior cladding: metal panels, EIFS, brick veneer, composite panels, and stucco. We match existing profiles and finishes to restore uniform appearance across the full building elevation.
McKinney's historic downtown contains buildings with Victorian-era masonry and mid-century commercial brick — requiring period-appropriate repair techniques — alongside newer Craig Ranch corridor buildings with EIFS and metal panel systems. Our team handles both substrate types without subcontracting.
Window & Glazing Replacement
Full-service commercial glazing replacement for hail-fractured or wind-damaged units. We install commercial-grade glazing, re-bed all perimeter sealants, and verify thermal and water performance to current specifications.
Our 56' and 72' boom trucks provide safe upper-facade access without scaffolding — critical for multi-story commercial buildings in McKinney's Craig Ranch and downtown districts, where minimizing operational disruption during repairs is a priority for occupied tenants.
Industries We Serve in McKinney
McKinney's Two-Generation Storm Damage Problem
McKinney has two distinct commercial building populations, and both are currently in a high-vulnerability window. The Historic Downtown Square contains buildings from the 1870s through mid-20th century whose masonry, mortar, and sealant systems require period-appropriate restoration after any significant hail event.
The Craig Ranch and Stonebridge Ranch corridors — built primarily in the early-to-mid 2000s — are now passing the 15-20 year mark where facade caulking, EIFS systems, and exterior coatings reach end of designed service life. A major storm on an envelope that was already approaching maintenance threshold produces damage that looks superficially similar to storm-only damage but requires full envelope rehabilitation to address properly.
Raytheon's $100M Advanced Integration Center and Encore Wire's 3.5M-sq-ft campus represent the most complex commercial exterior envelopes in the city. We are experienced with the documentation, access coordination, and scope precision these institutional clients require. McKinney approved Hunt, Tennessee, and Lamar Streets infrastructure reconstruction for 2026-2027 — the competitive window for building owners to restore facades alongside streetscape upgrades is open now.
McKinney's largest 2024 storm impacted ~2,514 properties; Collin County hail frequency remains elevated year over year
Early-2000s commercial buildings are entering first sealant replacement cycle — storms accelerate the timeline significantly
McKinney grew from 54,369 in 2000 — one of the fastest-growing large US cities of the decade
Why Choose Griffin Restoration
Commercial exterior restoration since 2000
Licensed in TX, OK, AR, and LA
56' and 72' — self-performing capability
Full coverage for commercial projects
Commercial Storm Damage Repair FAQ
What should a facility manager do immediately after storm damage?
Document before cleanup — photograph all exterior surfaces, parapets and cladding edges, windows, curtain wall sections, and any displaced cladding with timestamps. Walk the full building perimeter and, for multi-story properties, use binoculars or drone imagery to check upper floors. If any open penetrations exist, contact a licensed commercial restoration contractor immediately for emergency stabilization. McKinney's April 8, 2024 hail event — which measured 2.75 inches and impacted approximately 2,514 properties — demonstrated how quickly area contractor capacity gets saturated after a major event. Having a contractor relationship established before storm season is the single most effective preparation.
How do you document commercial storm damage for insurance claims?
Complete documentation includes timestamped photographs of every affected component at the building elevation level, a written scope separating storm-caused damage from pre-existing conditions, and measurements suitable for cost estimation and adjuster review. For McKinney's corporate campuses — including Raytheon's 178,000-sq-ft Advanced Integration Center and Encore Wire's multi-building complex — we're experienced with the documentation standards required for large commercial claims and self-insured institutional programs. We can also provide upper-elevation facade access reports using our 56' and 72' boom trucks.
What types of storm damage affect commercial building exteriors?
Collin County's rapid build-out means McKinney has two populations of vulnerable commercial buildings: historic downtown masonry (Victorian-era brick, mid-century construction) where original repointing and sealants have aged for decades, and early-2000s commercial buildings — Craig Ranch, Stonebridge Ranch corridors — whose initial sealant installations are reaching end of designed 15-20 year service life just as McKinney's hail frequency remains high. Common damage categories are: hail impact fractures to metal cladding, EIFS, masonry, and glazing; wind-driven infiltration through compromised sealant joints; and curtain wall gasket displacement on the city's Class A office buildings.
How quickly can emergency storm damage repairs begin?
We can mobilize for emergency stabilization — boarding, tarping, temporary cladding attachment — within 24-48 hours. McKinney is accessible from our Whitesboro headquarters via US-75 and TX-5. For large corporate campuses like Raytheon's or Encore Wire's facilities, we coordinate our response with facilities management teams and security protocols to minimize operational disruption during emergency work. Permanent repairs are scoped and permitted once insurance documentation is finalized.
Can temporary measures be taken to prevent further damage after a storm?
Yes — and they should be taken promptly. Temporary measures include commercial-grade plywood or polycarbonate boarding over fractured glazing, waterproof membrane patches over wall penetrations, temporary fasteners securing loose cladding or flashing, and emergency caulking of fractured masonry joints. Most commercial policies require you to mitigate further damage, so prompt temporary repair is both protective and contractually appropriate. For McKinney's historic downtown buildings, we use measures that do not damage character-defining masonry or historic fabric while still providing effective interim protection.
Related Services
Storm damage repair often works alongside these complementary services.
Commercial Masonry Restoration
Tuckpointing, brick replacement, and mortar joint repair for storm-impacted masonry walls and veneer. Matched mortar color and profile to preserve original facade character.
Learn more about masonry restoration →Exterior Building Repair
Storm-damaged masonry, concrete, and cladding systems often require structural repair before weatherproofing can be fully restored. We handle both in a single mobilization.
See our exterior repair capabilities →Commercial Waterproofing
After storm repairs, waterproofing seals the restored envelope against future moisture — particularly important for McKinney's aging downtown masonry and early-2000s commercial buildings.
Explore waterproofing services →Protect Your McKinney Property After a Storm
Whether you manage a historic downtown building, a corporate campus on Craig Ranch, or a Raytheon-scale industrial facility — we'll assess storm damage and provide documented scope before further deterioration sets in.