Shingle Roofing in Austin, TX
Need a shingle roofing company in Austin, TX? Call to connect with a local roofer for asphalt shingle repair or a new shingle roof.
Free to call. Talk to a local roofer today.
Shingle Roofing for Austin homes and buildings
A shingle roofing company installs, repairs and replaces asphalt shingle roofs, the most common roof type on American homes.
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.
Roofs in Austin have to stand up to large hail from spring and fall thunderstorms, intense summer heat and UV exposure, damaging straight-line winds and occasional ice storms and hard freezes. Mention what happened to your roof when you call, so you are connected with a roofer who handles that kind of project.
Shingle Roofing in Austin
Free to call. Talk to a local roofer today.
Do Austin roof repairs need a permit?
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.
Check with the City of Austin Development Services Department if you are unsure.
Types of Asphalt Shingles
Not all shingles are the same. The type you choose affects how your roof looks and how it handles weather.
- Three-tab shingles: flat, uniform and simple in appearance
- Architectural shingles: thicker and layered for a dimensional look
- Designer or luxury shingles: styled to look like slate or wood shake
- Impact-resistant shingles: built to better handle hail in some areas
Read the full guide to shingle roofing
Where in Austin
Roofers we connect you with serve neighborhoods across Austin, including:
- Hyde Park
- Zilker
- Travis Heights
- Barton Hills
- Tarrytown
- Clarksville
- Mueller
- Windsor Park
- Allandale
- Crestview
- Bouldin Creek
- Circle C Ranch
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.
Shingle Roofing in Austin: 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.
Can I buy roofing shingles and hire someone to install them?
Some roofers will install materials you buy, but many prefer to supply their own. Homeowner-supplied materials can affect how warranties apply. Ask the roofer about their policy before you buy anything.
Are architectural shingles better than three-tab shingles?
Architectural shingles are thicker and often handle wind better, and many homeowners like their look. Three-tab shingles are simpler and usually less expensive. Your roofer can explain which fits your home and budget.