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Trusted Roof Replacement for Austin Homeowners
Austin heat is hard on roofs. Between the June-through-September sun loading and the hail we catch in spring, a roof in this city ages faster than the national average. Most Austin homes need a full replacement between year 12 and year 18 of their asphalt shingle roof. Tilehurst Roofing Austin handles the whole job from teardown to final walkthrough, and you get a written price before anyone climbs a ladder. Call (254) 540-7345 and you’ll reach a person who can talk through your roof, not a voicemail tree.
Greg Holloway leads our Austin crew. He’s been putting roofs on Texas homes long enough to know that what homeowners really want is simple: the truth about what’s wrong, the real price up front, and the job done on the day it’s promised. We put that in writing on every single job. No price changes at the door. No add-ons discovered halfway through. That’s the Kingswell Way, and it’s the reason our Austin customers pick up the phone when the next storm rolls through.
Roof Installation
Roof Installation means putting on a brand new roof system, not patching what’s already up there. Most Austin homeowners reach the point where installing a new roof is the smarter money move around the 15-year mark. We see plenty of roofs older than that in Barton Hills and Crestview that still look acceptable from the curb, but the decking underneath tells a different story. A new roof installation from Tilehurst Roofing Austin starts with a 21-point inspection, then a written quote, then the work itself, typically in three to five days for an average Austin home.
The Installation Timeline
Most roof installations in Austin take three to five days from first shingle torn off to final magnet sweep. Day one is teardown and decking inspection. If we find rot, you see it with your own eyes and we price the fix before we proceed. Days two through four are underlayment, shingles, and flashing. Day five is trim work, cleanup, and the walkthrough where we hand you the written guarantee.
What A New Roof Should Include
A proper installation in Austin has to include drip edge, synthetic underlayment, and new flashing at every penetration. Drip edge is the metal strip along the roof’s edge that keeps wind-blown rain from wicking underneath the shingles. Synthetic underlayment is the water-resistant barrier between your decking and your shingles. If a quote skips these, it’s cheap for a reason.
Styles & brands we work with
Roof Replacement Contractor
A Roof Replacement Contractor is the company that pulls the permit, tears off the old roof, and installs the new one. When you’re choosing a roof replacement contractor in Austin, the difference between a good job and a leak arrives about a year later. Tilehurst Roofing Austin is part of the Kingswell family of roofing companies, founded in 2000, and every crew member who steps on your roof is background-checked and in uniform. We answer the phone 24/7, because roof problems don’t wait for business hours.
What To Ask Any Contractor
Ask whether the price you’re quoted is the price you’ll pay. Ours is, in writing, every time. Ask what happens if the work doesn’t hold up. You’ll get a written guarantee before the crew leaves your property, not emailed later. Ask who’s actually doing the work. Our crews are our own people, trained on the Kingswell process, not day labor we picked up that morning.
Red Flags In Austin Roofing Quotes
Be careful with quotes that don’t specify decking replacement pricing. Decking is the plywood or OSB layer under your shingles, and in Austin, heat and humidity mean some of it will need replacing on nearly every roof we open up. If your quote doesn’t tell you the per-sheet price for decking replacement up front, you’re likely to see a surprise change order. We put that number in writing before we begin.
Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement
Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement is the most common roof project we do in Austin, and for good reason. Asphalt shingles handle our heat, our hailstorms, and our humidity well, and they cost less than metal or tile. A typical asphalt shingle roof replacement in Austin runs from $9,500 to $18,000 depending on the home’s square footage, pitch, and how much decking needs to come out. We offer shingles from GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, IKO, Atlas, Tamko, and Boral, so the product fits your house, not whatever happens to be on the truck.
Architectural vs. 3-Tab
Almost every Austin homeowner should choose architectural shingles. They’re thicker, last longer, and stand up to hail better than 3-tab. The price difference on an average roof is usually $1,500 to $2,500, and you recover that in lifespan and resale value. We’ll show you both options side by side, with honest numbers, and let you decide.
Hail Damage And Your Insurance
Austin sits in hail alley. Our spring storms can drop hail big enough to knock the granules off your shingles and shorten your roof’s life by years. If your roof has been through a hail event, we can walk the property with you and document what we see. We work with your insurance adjuster directly and we’ll make sure the scope of work covers what actually needs fixing.
New Roof Installation
New Roof Installation is what happens when the old one has reached the end of its useful life and patching doesn’t make sense anymore. The new roof installation process in Austin typically runs three to five days from dump trailer drop-off to final walkthrough. Tilehurst Roofing Austin handles every step: permit, teardown, decking assessment, underlayment, shingles, flashing, ridge cap, and cleanup. Your written price is in your hands before any work starts, and it doesn’t change.
Permits And Inspections
Every new roof installation we do in Austin is permitted and inspected. The city requires a permit for roof replacement, and we pull it as part of the job. When the inspector signs off, you get a copy of the passing inspection along with your warranty paperwork. A contractor who skips the permit is saving themselves time and you headache.
What The Old Roof Leaves Behind
Teardown reveals what the shingles have been hiding. Nail pops, soft decking, and broken flashing are common on Austin roofs older than ten years. We document everything with photos and show you what we find before we cover it up. You’ll never wonder what’s under your new shingles.
Reroofing
Reroofing is the process of removing the old roof and installing a new one. You’ll hear the term used to describe full replacement work. Some contractors use “reroofing” to describe laying new shingles over old ones, which we don’t do. Layering shingles over shingles traps heat and moisture, hides decking problems, and voids the manufacturer’s warranty on your new shingles. A proper reroofing job in Austin means teardown to decking, inspection, and building back up the right way.
Why We Tear Off, Not Overlay
An overlay job in Austin is cheaper up front. It also traps heat between two layers of shingles, which shortens the life of the new roof. Moisture from our humidity gets sealed in, and that’s how decking rot accelerates. You’ll pay more later, and you won’t get the warranty you thought you bought. We’ll explain the difference line by line if you’re comparing quotes.
When Reroofing Makes More Sense Than Repair
If your roof is 15 years old or older and you’re spending more than $800 a year on repairs, you’re putting money into a system that’s already past its service life. A full reroofing often costs less per year of remaining life than continuing to patch. We’ll give you honest numbers and let you see the math for yourself.
Flat Roof Replacement
Flat Roof Replacement is a specialized job that uses different materials and different techniques than a shingle roof. Many Austin homes built in the mid-century modern style have flat or low-slope sections, and they need a contractor who actually understands how water moves off a roof with minimal slope. Tilehurst Roofing Austin replaces flat roofs using TPO, modified bitumen, or rolled asphalt systems, depending on what the home needs and what the budget allows.
Flat Roof Materials That Work In Austin
TPO is the most popular flat roof membrane in Austin right now. It’s white, which reflects heat instead of absorbing it, and that matters when your attic sits directly under a hot membrane. Modified bitumen is the other common choice, and it’s been the standard on Texas flat roofs for decades. We’ll explain the cost difference and the lifespan difference for your specific roof.
Why Flat Roofs Fail Early
Most flat roof failures in Austin come from ponding water. When water sits on a flat roof for more than 48 hours after a rain, the membrane breaks down faster. A proper flat roof replacement includes slope correction and drainage improvements, not just a new membrane. We inspect the drainage first, because a new membrane over bad slope is just buying time.
Our Roof Replacement Process, Step by Step
Step 1: The Written Estimate
We inspect your roof, take measurements, and give you a line-item written estimate. It includes materials, labor, decking replacement pricing, permit fees, and disposal. Nothing is hidden, and nothing changes later. You keep the estimate, and it stays valid for 30 days while you compare.
Step 2: Material Selection
You’ll choose your shingles from seven manufacturers: GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, IKO, Atlas, Tamko, and Boral. We’ll show you physical samples, not just a website photo. We’ll walk you through color options, warranty differences, and what each product costs per square. The decision is yours, with real numbers attached.
Step 3: Teardown And Decking Inspection
The crew strips the old roof down to the decking. We inspect the wood, document any rot or damage, and show you what we find before we replace it. Decking replacement is priced per sheet in your written estimate, so you know exactly what added work will cost before we touch a single board.
Step 4: Installation
We install drip edge, synthetic underlayment, ice and water shield in the valleys, new flashing at every pipe and penetration, and then the shingles. Our ridge cap is hand-installed, not slapped down in a hurry. We use nail patterns that meet the manufacturer’s wind warranty requirements, because Austin gets big winds in spring storm season.
Step 5: Walkthrough And Written Guarantee
Greg does the final walkthrough with you. You see the roof before we leave, and we hand you the written guarantee before the crew packs up. If anything isn’t right, you tell us then, and it’s fixed under the 365-Day Done Right Promise. That promise covers any issue for a full year after the job, in writing.
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AfterSigns You Need Roof Replacement Now
- Granules in your gutters. If you’re seeing black or gray granules collecting in your gutters or at the bottom of your downspouts, your shingles are shedding their protective top layer. This accelerates in Austin heat, and once the granules go, the asphalt underneath bakes and cracks. A roof at this stage is usually within two or three years of failure.
- Curling or buckling shingles. Curling at the shingle corners means the shingles have dried out and are losing their ability to lay flat. In Austin attics, heat and moisture cycles cause this faster than in cooler climates. Once shingles curl, wind can get under them, and a single storm can turn a cosmetic problem into a leak.
- Water stains on your ceiling. A stained ceiling in Austin means water is already through your roof. It may have been working its way through the decking for months. By the time you see the stain, the leak has saturated insulation and possibly damaged decking, and the repair cost is climbing.
- Daylight showing through the attic. If you can see thin lines of light through your attic ceiling during the day, water can get through those same gaps. This is one of the easiest checks. It means your roof deck is compromised, and replacement is usually the only real fix.
- Neighbors getting roofs replaced. If same-age homes on your street in Austin are getting new roofs, yours is likely on the same timeline. Homes built in the same subdivision typically share identical roofing materials installed by the same builder, which means they fail around the same time.
How Much Does Roof Replacement Cost in Austin?
A full roof replacement in Austin on a typical 1,800 to 2,200 square foot home runs from $9,500 to $18,000. Larger homes, steeper rooflines, and premium shingle choices push that toward the $20,000 to $30,000 range. A simple 1,200 square foot ranch home with standard architectural shingles can sometimes come in under $9,000. The biggest variable is almost always decking replacement, which runs $70 to $100 per sheet when the old plywood is too far gone to save.
Other factors that move the price: roof pitch, number of valleys and penetrations, whether you need a permit (you will), and how far the crew has to haul debris. Tilehurst Roofing Austin gives you a free written estimate before any work starts. It includes every line item. No change orders, no surprise add-ons, and no “we didn’t know it would look like this” pricing. Call (254) 540-7345 and we’ll schedule the inspection.
What’s Included In Your Free Estimate
Our free Austin roof replacement estimates include a 21-point inspection with photos, a written price valid for 30 days, material samples from all seven manufacturers, and honest advice about whether you actually need a full replacement or whether a Roof Replacement in Austin can wait another year. We’ll tell you if repair makes more sense. That’s part of the Kingswell Way.
Brands We Service
We install and service roofs from seven shingle manufacturers, including GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, IKO, Atlas, Tamko, and Boral. For GAF systems, we use their full line of architectural shingles and meet their installation requirements for wind warranty coverage. CertainTeed options are popular with Austin homeowners who want the highest wind ratings available on the market. And for homes that need a specific look, Boral’s slate and shake profiles give you the appearance of premium materials without the added weight.
We also work on all major roofing company installed systems. Whether you have GAF Timberline, CertainTeed Landmark, Owens Corning Duration, or any other make, our Austin crew knows the manufacturer installation specs and we keep the material in stock for fast turnaround. If you’re not sure what’s currently on your roof, we’ll identify it during the free estimate.
Our Service Area Near Austin
Tilehurst Roofing Austin serves homes across central Texas. We’re in Austin and Leander, Taylor and Wells Branch, Buda and Camp Swift, Shady Hollow and Lost Creek, Hornsby Bend and Jollyville. Most Austin homeowners wait less than two days for a free estimate. We also handle Roof Replacement in Round Rock and Roof Replacement in Pflugerville for customers relocating from those areas. For roof repair needs outside of a full replacement, we can schedule that too.
Serving Austin, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Austin area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roof Replacement in Austin
Roof replacement is removing your existing roof down to the decking and installing a completely new roof system, including drip edge, underlayment, flashing, and shingles. In Austin, most full replacements happen when the home is between 12 and 18 years old, depending on material quality and hail exposure. The process typically takes three to five days.
A typical roof replacement in Austin takes three to five days from teardown to final walkthrough. Large homes, complex rooflines, or extensive decking replacement can add a day or two. Weather delays happen in spring storm season, but we schedule your job and keep you updated if conditions change. You’ll know the timeline before we start.
Most Austin roof replacements run from $9,500 to $18,000 for an average home with asphalt shingles. Bigger homes, steep pitches, decking replacement, and premium shingles can push that to $20,000 to $30,000 or more. The only way to get an exact price is a free inspection, because your roof’s condition and measurements determine the real number. Call (254) 540-7345 for a written estimate.
Yes. We install GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, IKO, Atlas, Tamko, and Boral products, and we meet the manufacturer specifications for warranty coverage on every job. We’re familiar with each brand’s installation requirements, including nail patterns, flashing details, and ventilation needs. Your new roof warranty is backed by the manufacturer and our own workmanship guarantee.
We answer the phone 24/7, so if a storm has blown shingles off or a tree limb has gone through your decking, call (254) 540-7345 and you’ll speak to a person. For emergency situations, we can arrange temporary tarping to get you through the night, then provide a full written estimate for replacement. We won’t leave an Austin home exposed.
Every Tilehurst Roofing Austin roof replacement includes a written workmanship guarantee delivered before the crew leaves. If anything isn’t right, we return and fix it at no charge under the 365-Day Done Right Promise. Your shingles also carry the manufacturer’s material warranty, which varies by brand and product line. We explain exactly what’s covered before you sign.
Move vehicles out of the driveway and away from the side of the house, remove or cover items in the attic, and let your neighbors know work is starting. The crew brings a dump trailer and magnet-sweeps the yard for nails after teardown. We handle the rest, and we’ll leave your property cleaner than we found it.
Schedule Your Roof Replacement Service in Austin Today
You’ve already been through one bad roofing experience. You don’t need another. Call (254) 540-7345 for a free, no-obligation inspection and a written estimate. A live person answers, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you’d like to see our home page first to learn more about how we work, you can do that too. We’ll give you the price, tell you the truth about your roof, and stand behind every word in writing.
Written by Greg Holloway, Owner at Tilehurst Roofing Austin, serving Austin since joining the Kingswell family of roofing companies.