Asphalt shingles
The most common roof in Texas, and usually the least expensive way to cover a roof. Available in a wide range of styles and durability grades, including impact-resistant options.
Roofing materials
Which roof is right for your building?
Most Texas homes use asphalt shingles, but they are not the only option. Some materials handle hail better, others are more fire resistant.
Metal
Fire resistant, durable, and typically longer-lived than other materials — up to around 50 years. Steel is the most common material. Works on everything from a simple residential roof to a complex commercial job.
Tile and clay
Popular across the southwest, and a good choice in areas prone to insects or mould. Tile is heavy, so the structure has to be evaluated first to confirm it can carry the load.
Slate
Exceptional durability — a slate roof can last a century or more. Like tile it is very heavy, so the building structure has to support it.
Wood
Usually cedar, and less fire resistant than the alternatives. Many areas no longer permit wood shingles, so local code has to be checked first.
Solar shingles
Prices have dropped considerably as the technology improved. They generate power from the roof itself, and tax incentives are often available.
Energy efficiency
Cool roofs, and keeping conditioned air inside.
A “cool roof” does two things: reflects the sun's energy, and sheds the heat it does absorb. The Cool Roof Rating Council runs an independent rating process so products can be compared directly — the higher the reflectance and emittance ratings, the cooler the product. Several steel shingle options meet cool-roof standards while still looking like slate, wood or tile.
Heat is only half of it. In winter, drafts drive the bill. Air barrier membranes seal gaps around windows and doors, wall-to-wall tie-ins and other spots where air leaks in. Best applied during new construction or an addition, but worth knowing about any time.
Common questions
Roofing FAQs
How do I know my roof has a problem?
Roof problems are too often found only after a leak or serious damage. Twice-yearly inspections catch cracked, warped or missing shingles, loose seams, deteriorated flashing, and granules collecting in the gutters. Indoors, look for ceiling water stains, cracked paint, discoloured plasterboard and peeling wallpaper.
Do I need a full replacement, or can it be repaired?
Not always a replacement. Leaks often come from flashing that has come loose or one damaged section. An inspection tells you which, and we send you the photos either way.
What are my options if I do re-roof?
Two: a complete replacement with a tear-off of the existing roof, or a re-cover installed over the old roof. If a re-cover has already been done once, we do not recommend another — building code generally allows only one re-cover before a full replacement is required.
Can I do the work myself?
Most roof work should not be. Roofing is dangerous, improper technique damages the roof system, and self-installation can void the manufacturer's warranty.
How long should a roof last?
It depends on climate, roof design, material quality, how well it was installed and how well it is maintained. Manufacturers offer a range of warranties — read what they actually cover if the product fails early.
What does a new roof cost?
It varies with the material, the complexity of the roof and local code or HOA requirements. Price is only one factor and has to be weighed against the quality of the material and the workmanship.
Can heavy weather damage my roof?
Yes. Keeping heavy snow off the roof, eaves and ridge vents matters, and hail is the bigger risk across Texas.
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