University Park grew up around SMU in the 1920s, and its homes range from early cottages to architect-designed estates, with frequent teardowns and rebuilds in between. Tight lots and alleys make roofing here as much about logistics as about shingles. Zeus Exteriors, LLC is a family-owned roofing and exterior contractor with a 5.0-star Google rating across 183 reviews. We handle roof repair and replacement and custom windows for older Park Cities homes, and every job starts with a free 9-point inspection.
Roofing and exteriors in University Park
- University Park — home of SMU and the larger of the 'Park Cities' — has dense blocks of older and rebuilt homes, many two-story with tight side yards and alley access, so roof work needs careful staging and spotless clean-up.
- University Park is in Dallas County; the median owner-occupied home value is about $1.9 million (U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024), population about 25,000. We also work in nearby Highland Park, Dallas.
Most-requested services in University Park
- Roof Replacement — Zeus Exteriors replaces residential roofs across North Dallas and DFW with a full tear-off, a decking check, new drip edge, ice & water membrane in valleys and around penetrations, synthetic underlayment, starter strip, lifetime-rated shingles, high-profile ridge caps and corrected attic ventilation.
- Roof Repair — Zeus Exteriors finds and fixes roof leaks, wind-blown shingles, failed pipe boots and flashing, and damaged soffit and fascia for homes and businesses across North Dallas and DFW.
- Windows — Zeus Exteriors installs custom replacement windows and skylights — double- and triple-pane, Low-E and energy-efficient — for homes across North Dallas and DFW.
- Storm Damage & Insurance Claims — free photo inspection after hail or wind in University Park, documentation for your claim and a meeting with your adjuster.
Storms in and around University Park
NOAA's Storm Events Database records:
- May 16, 2021: an EF0 tornado that formed at Williams Park and moved into Goar Park (NOAA report).
- June 13, 2012: baseball-size hail at nearby NorthPark Center broke skylights ($3 million) (NOAA report).
- May 24, 2011: baseball-size hail at Skillman St and Southwestern Blvd, east of the city (NOAA report).
Large hail can bruise shingles in ways you cannot see from the ground, so we suggest an inspection after any storm that drops hail an inch or larger near your home.
University Park neighborhoods and housing
Around SMU
The blocks near campus have some of the oldest housing in the city. Homes here date from the 1920s on, when University Park incorporated (1924).
Volk Estates
Volk Estates was originally called Brookside. Leonard Volk developed it in the 1920s with large, scenic lots and significant homes.
Teardown and rebuild blocks
Because land values often exceed the value of older houses, many streets mix 1920s–1970s homes with new construction. A 1940s roof and a 2020s roof can sit on the same block.
Roofs on Park Cities homes
- Older homes with several generations of flashing and decking.
- Tile, slate-look and designer shingles on traditional and Mediterranean styles.
- Custom double- and triple-pane Low-E windows that are often replaced near the time of the roof.
- Tight alleys and small lots that need careful staging and debris planning.
University Park's rules can treat a renovation as a full rebuild when the work removes more than a set share of the roof or walls, so plan major roof framing changes with the city early.
Working on a tight Park Cities lot
University Park lots are small and alleys are narrow, so we plan every job before the crew arrives. We work out where the dumpster or trailer goes, how materials get to the roof, and how to keep the alley clear for trash pickup and neighbors. We cover landscaping, clean up nails daily with magnets, and keep neighbors posted when the alley might be blocked. On older homes we expect to find layers of past repairs, so we budget time to rebuild flashing at chimneys and walls properly.
Filing a hail or wind claim in University Park
On a tight Park Cities lot, a claim often covers more than the roof, including gutters, screens and fences. We document everything the storm touched. We're a roofing contractor, not a public adjuster or attorney; your insurance company decides coverage. Texas law (Business & Commerce Code §27.02) prohibits contractors from waiving or rebating your deductible, so we never offer to.
- Look from the ground, not the ladder. Check gutters, downspouts, window screens and the A/C unit for dents; those are clues the roof was hit too.
- Book a free inspection. We send you dated photos and a straight answer on whether there's claimable damage.
- Know your policy. Confirm your deductible and how long you have to report damage before you file.
- Meet the adjuster together. We'll walk the roof with your adjuster and show every documented hit.
- Approve the scope and the start date. We order materials, pull the permit and schedule the install.
University Park re-roof permit
University Park's fee schedule in the city code lists a residential re-roof permit at $200. Permits are issued through the city's Community Development department. We pull the permit and plan dumpster and material drop-off around your alley and neighbors.
How we work
Free inspection with photos, a written estimate, insurance-claim help when hail or wind is involved, and a clean job site. Our office at 2815 Valley View Ln, Suite 210, Farmers Branch, TX 75234 keeps us close.
What customers say
“Great communication w Mike, quick to respond, very helpful working w insurance, and flexible w schedule. A+ experience!” — scott t., Google review
“They are extremely helpful and genuine. Reasonable and quick. Highly recommended.”Ellie S. · Google review
University Park roofing FAQ
Do I need a permit to reroof in University Park?
Yes. The city's fee schedule lists a $200 residential re-roof permit.
How do you handle tight lots and alleys in University Park?
We plan material drop-off and debris removal around alleys and neighbors, and we let neighbors know when an alley may be blocked. One reviewer noticed exactly that.
Do you replace windows on older Park Cities homes?
Yes. We install custom, double- and triple-pane Low-E windows.
Has University Park had a tornado?
Yes. NOAA recorded an EF0 tornado from Williams Park to Goar Park on May 16, 2021.
Can a big roof project trigger rebuild rules?
Possibly, if structural roof work is extensive. We'll flag it before you sign.
Will you meet my adjuster?
Yes. We're a contractor, not a public adjuster; your insurer decides coverage.
Will you waive my deductible?
No. Texas law prohibits it.
How do I book an inspection in University Park?
Call (469) 771-0988 or request one online. It's free.
Nearby areas we serve
We also work in these nearby cities: Roofing in Highland Park, TX · Roofing in Farmers Branch, TX · Roofing in Carrollton, TX · All areas we serve
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