Baccaro Roofing GuideMission Roof Repair After the June 2026 Flood
As of today, Tuesday June 16, 2026, the Rio Grande Valley is still under a Flood Watch that the National Weather Service first posted Monday afternoon and extended into Wednesday and Thursday morning. The Weather Prediction Center put much of the region in a Moderate risk for flash flooding on Monday, the kind of day the forecasters describe as numerous flash floods likely. And Mission was not an afterthought in any of this. When the Flash Flood Warnings went out Monday, Mission was named by name, right alongside McAllen, Edinburg, Pharr, and Alamo.
If you live here, you already know what that felt like. The National Weather Service and KRGV reported 3 to 6 inches of rain widespread, with isolated pockets near 8 inches and some forecasts calling for 5 to 10 inch totals, isolated readings up toward 12. Rain rates topped 2 inches an hour in places. Weslaco and Progreso signed disaster declarations, roughly 3,733 customers lost power across the Valley Monday evening, and sandbag distribution started up Valley-wide. This was a real storm, and it is not fully over yet.
We are Baccaro Roofing, owner-operated right here in McAllen at 4305 N 10th St. Ronnie Baccaro runs the crews himself. Over 5 years and more than 500 RGV projects, with a 5.0 star rating across 20 Google reviews. This post is for our Mission neighbors who are looking up at the ceiling and wondering what the rain may have done.
What a flood and heavy rain actually do to a roof
A roof is built to shed water, not to hold it. When 2 inches an hour comes down for hours, a few things start to go wrong.
- Ponding. On lower-slope and flat sections, water sits instead of draining. Standing water finds the smallest seam and works its way under.
- Backed-up valleys. The valleys where two roof planes meet carry the heaviest flow. Debris, granules, and sheer volume can back them up and push water sideways under the shingles.
- Saturated decking. Once water gets past the shingles, the wood decking underneath soaks up moisture, softens, and can sag or rot if it stays wet.
- Wind-blown shingles. Storm gusts lift, crease, and tear shingles. A single missing tab becomes an open door for the next rain.
- Ceiling stains. Brown rings or spreading spots on the ceiling mean water already made it inside. The leak entry point is usually higher up and offset from the stain.
- Attic moisture and mold. Trapped humidity in the attic after a flood event is how mold quietly starts. Insulation that got wet stops insulating and holds the damp.
Mission has its own particular risks here. The flat citrus-country terrain around La Lomita ponds easily and drains slowly, which keeps water sitting on roofs and at foundations longer. Older central Mission neighborhoods often have aging roofs and original decking that show stress fast. Out in the Sharyland area and the newer subdivisions north toward Bryan Road, the homes are newer but the heaviest rain bands still hit, and new construction can still have flashing and valley details that were never tested by a storm like this one until now.
Your first 24 to 48 hours
Safety first, then documentation, then a real set of eyes on the roof.
- Stay off the roof. Wet decking and active weather are not worth it. Look from the ground or a window. - Inside, photograph every ceiling stain, drip, and damp wall. Note the date and time. - Move what you can out from under an active leak and put down a bucket or towel. - If water is actively pouring in, you may need an emergency tarp to stop the bleeding before a permanent fix. We handle that. See our notes on an [emergency roof tarp in McAllen](/blog/emergency-roof-tarp-mcallen) for what that looks like. - Call for a free inspection so a roofer can document the damage properly before you decide on next steps. Start with [Mission roof repair](/areas/mission/roof-repair).
Insurance claim or maintenance fix?
Not every storm hit is a claim, and not every claim is worth filing. Here is how we think about it, honestly.
If the damage is small and isolated, a couple of lifted shingles, a minor valley clean-out, a single soft spot, that is often a straightforward maintenance repair. You may come out ahead just paying for the fix rather than touching your deductible or your claim history.
If the damage is widespread or structural, saturated decking, multiple slopes affected, interior water intrusion, that is when an insurance claim usually makes sense. Here is exactly what Baccaro does and does not do. We provide a free assessment and full photo documentation of the damage. We will meet your adjuster on-site so the damage is seen clearly and nothing gets missed. What we do not do is get between you and your insurance carrier. That relationship is yours. We document the truth and we let your carrier do their job. If you want help understanding the process, start with [Mission insurance claim](/areas/mission/insurance-claim).
Free inspection and emergency response
Every inspection we do is free and carries no obligation. If you are unsure whether you even have damage, that is the entire point of the inspection, to find out before a small problem becomes a torn-out ceiling. For active leaks and storm emergencies in Mission, reach us fast for [emergency roof repair](/areas/mission/emergency-roof-repair) and we will get a tarp or a temporary stop in place. When it is time for the real repair, we install GAF, Owens Corning, and CertainTeed product lines, and we will walk you through the options for [Mission roof repair](/areas/mission/roof-repair) so you understand exactly what is going on your home.
If you want the broader Mission service picture, our [Mission roofing](/areas/mission) page lays it all out. And because storm work in McAllen and Mission moves together, you may find our [McAllen roof repair](/areas/mcallen/roof-repair) coverage useful too.
Why a local owner-operated crew beats out-of-town storm chasers
After a disaster, the out-of-town storm chasers show up fast, knock doors, and pressure you to sign. They are gone by the next storm. We are not. Baccaro is owned and operated here, and Ronnie answers for the work. We live in this Valley, our 500-plus projects are here, and our 20 five-star reviews come from neighbors you can actually find. When you call (956) 600-0501, you are calling the people who will still be in McAllen long after this Flood Watch lifts.
Frequently asked questions
Was Mission really included in Monday's warning? Yes. When the Flash Flood Warnings went out Monday June 15, the National Weather Service named Mission specifically, along with McAllen, Edinburg, Pharr, and Alamo. The Valley-wide Flood Watch ran into Wednesday and Thursday morning.
Do I have roof damage if I do not see a leak yet? Maybe. Some flood and wind damage, like a lifted shingle, a backed-up valley, or early attic moisture, does not show up as an indoor leak for days or weeks. A free inspection is how you find out before it spreads. Schedule [Mission roof repair](/areas/mission/roof-repair) and we will take a look.
How much does an inspection cost? Nothing. Every Baccaro inspection is free and no-obligation. We document what we find with photos and give you honest options, claim or repair.
Can you put a tarp on today if I am leaking right now? For active emergencies, yes, we move fast to get a temporary stop in place. Call (956) 600-0501 or start with [emergency roof repair](/areas/mission/emergency-roof-repair).
Related reading
- [Roof repair after the June 2026 floods](/blog/mcallen-roof-repair-after-flooding-2026) - [Emergency roof tarp in McAllen](/blog/emergency-roof-tarp-mcallen) - [Mission roofing services](/areas/mission)