Roofing Companies in Houston, TX
Need a roofer in Houston? 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 Houston and Harris County.
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What Houston weather does to roofs
Houston is hot and humid for much of the year, with around 50 inches of rain and frequent summer thunderstorms that put roof drainage and flashing to the test. The city sits in the path of Gulf hurricanes and tropical storms from June through November, and storms such as Ike (2008) and Beryl (2024) brought long stretches of damaging wind, while a May 2024 derecho also caused widespread damage. Hard freezes are uncommon but happen, as the February 2021 winter storm showed with layers of freezing rain, sleet and snow.
Roof risks in Houston:
- Hurricane and tropical storm winds
- Severe thunderstorm and derecho winds
- Heavy rain and high humidity
- Intense summer heat
- Occasional ice storms and hard freezes
Roofing services in Houston
Roof Repair in Houston
Leaks, missing shingles, flashing and vent problems fixed before they spread.
Roof Replacement in Houston
Tear-off and a new roof when repairs no longer make sense.
Commercial Roofing in Houston
Flat and low-slope roofs for offices, retail, warehouses and apartments.
Metal Roofing
Standing seam and metal panel roofs: repairs, new installs and conversions.
Flat Roofing
TPO, EPDM, modified bitumen and built-up flat roofs repaired or replaced.
Residential Roofing
Repairs, inspections and new roofs for houses and townhomes.
Shingle Roofing
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 Houston
The City of Houston requires a residential roofing permit, with plan review and inspection, for a full re-roof or a roofing overlay on a home. Small jobs such as tarping or replacing no more than 100 square feet of roof covering have been listed by the city as not needing a permit.
- Re-roofs and roof overlays on homes need a permit, and the permit must stay posted on site until final inspection approval.
- Tarping and roof covering repairs totaling 100 square feet or less have been listed as permit-exempt.
- The city reminds homeowners that repairs must also follow neighborhood deed restrictions.
Permits are handled by the Houston Permitting Center (Houston Public Works). Ask your roofer whether the permit is included in the estimate.
Areas of Houston we cover
- The Heights
- Montrose
- River Oaks
- Meyerland
- Braeswood
- Westbury
- Memorial
- Spring Branch
- Timbergrove
- Kingwood
- Clear Lake
- Midtown
ZIP codes include 77006, 77007, 77008, 77019, 77024, 77025, 77035, 77055, 77058, 77096, 77339 and 77345.
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 Houston.
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.
Houston roofing questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Houston?
The City of Houston requires a residential roofing permit, with plan review and inspection, for a full re-roof or a roofing overlay on a home. Small jobs such as tarping or replacing no more than 100 square feet of roof covering have been listed by the city as not needing a permit. Questions go to the Houston Permitting Center (Houston Public Works). Most roofing contractors in Houston pull the permit for you; confirm this in your written estimate.
What causes the most roof damage in Houston?
Houston is hot and humid for much of the year, with around 50 inches of rain and frequent summer thunderstorms that put roof drainage and flashing to the test. The city sits in the path of Gulf hurricanes and tropical storms from June through November, and storms such as Ike (2008) and Beryl (2024) brought long stretches of damaging wind, while a May 2024 derecho also caused widespread damage. Hard freezes are uncommon but happen, as the February 2021 winter storm showed with layers of freezing rain, sleet and snow. Common problems local roofers see include hurricane and tropical storm winds, severe thunderstorm and derecho winds, heavy rain and high humidity and intense summer heat.
Which parts of Houston can I get a roofer in?
Calls are connected with roofing companies that serve Houston, including The Heights, Montrose, River Oaks, Meyerland, Braeswood and Westbury, and nearby areas such as Pearland, Sugar Land and Pasadena.
Should I repair or replace my roof in Houston?
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.