Roofing Companies in Austin, TX
Need a roofer in Austin? Call Roofing Captain and we will connect you with a local roofing contractor for roof repair, leak and storm damage repair, or a full roof replacement anywhere in Austin and Travis County.
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What Austin weather does to roofs
Austin summers are long and very hot, with roughly a month of 100-degree days in a typical year, which bakes roofing materials and attic spaces. Spring brings the peak of severe thunderstorms, including damaging wind and large hail; the September 2023 storm that hit Travis and Williamson counties was the costliest hailstorm on record for the area. Winters are mostly mild, but hard freezes and ice storms do occur, as Winter Storm Uri showed in February 2021.
Roof risks in Austin:
- Large hail from spring and fall thunderstorms
- Intense summer heat and UV exposure
- Damaging straight-line winds
- Occasional ice storms and hard freezes
- Heavy downpours and flash flooding
Roofing services in Austin
Roof Repair in Austin
Leaks, missing shingles, flashing and vent problems fixed before they spread.
Roof Replacement in Austin
Tear-off and a new roof when repairs no longer make sense.
Commercial Roofing in Austin
Flat and low-slope roofs for offices, retail, warehouses and apartments.
Metal Roofing in Austin
Standing seam and metal panel roofs: repairs, new installs and conversions.
Flat Roofing in Austin
TPO, EPDM, modified bitumen and built-up flat roofs repaired or replaced.
Residential Roofing in Austin
Repairs, inspections and new roofs for houses and townhomes.
Shingle Roofing in Austin
Asphalt and architectural shingle repairs and replacement.
Tile Roofing
Clay and concrete tile repairs, underlayment and full re-roofs.
Slate Roofing
Slate repairs, flashing and restoration by roofers who know slate.
Cedar Shake Roofing
Cedar shake and wood shingle repair, treatment and replacement.
Roof Inspection
A close look at your roof before a sale or after a storm.
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Roof permits in Austin
For houses, duplexes and townhomes, Austin lists like-for-like roof covering replacement (for example asphalt shingles over asphalt shingles) and small roof decking repairs as work exempt from a building permit. A permit can still be needed if the home is in the city's Wildland-Urban Interface area and half or more of the roof is being replaced, if the roof structure is affected, or for commercial buildings.
- Residential roof decking replacement up to 128 square feet is listed as exempt from a building permit.
- Homes in Austin's Wildland-Urban Interface area need a permit when 50% or more of the roofing is replaced.
- Permit-exempt work must still meet the city's adopted building codes.
Permits are handled by the City of Austin Development Services Department. Ask your roofer whether the permit is included in the estimate.
Areas of Austin we cover
- Hyde Park
- Zilker
- Travis Heights
- Barton Hills
- Tarrytown
- Clarksville
- Mueller
- Windsor Park
- Allandale
- Crestview
- Bouldin Creek
- Circle C Ranch
ZIP codes include 78702, 78703, 78704, 78722, 78723, 78731, 78739, 78751, 78756, 78757 and 78759.
How it works
Call the number on this page
Tell us what is happening with your roof: a leak, storm damage, an old roof or a new project.
Get connected to a local roofer
Your call goes to a roofing company that serves your area in Austin.
Get an inspection and estimate
The roofer explains the options. Ask for a written estimate and proof of license and insurance before any work starts.
Austin roofing questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Austin?
For houses, duplexes and townhomes, Austin lists like-for-like roof covering replacement (for example asphalt shingles over asphalt shingles) and small roof decking repairs as work exempt from a building permit. A permit can still be needed if the home is in the city's Wildland-Urban Interface area and half or more of the roof is being replaced, if the roof structure is affected, or for commercial buildings. Questions go to the City of Austin Development Services Department. Most roofing contractors in Austin pull the permit for you; confirm this in your written estimate.
What causes the most roof damage in Austin?
Austin summers are long and very hot, with roughly a month of 100-degree days in a typical year, which bakes roofing materials and attic spaces. Spring brings the peak of severe thunderstorms, including damaging wind and large hail; the September 2023 storm that hit Travis and Williamson counties was the costliest hailstorm on record for the area. Winters are mostly mild, but hard freezes and ice storms do occur, as Winter Storm Uri showed in February 2021. Common problems local roofers see include large hail from spring and fall thunderstorms, intense summer heat and UV exposure, damaging straight-line winds and occasional ice storms and hard freezes.
Which parts of Austin can I get a roofer in?
Calls are connected with roofing companies that serve Austin, including Hyde Park, Zilker, Travis Heights, Barton Hills, Tarrytown and Clarksville, and nearby areas such as Round Rock, Cedar Park and Pflugerville.
Should I repair or replace my roof in Austin?
If damage is limited to a small area, a repair is usually enough. If the roof is near the end of its life, has widespread storm damage or keeps leaking, replacement is often the better value. A local roofer can inspect it and give you a written estimate for both.