Roof replacement in Grapevine, TX
Every roof replacement we do in Grapevine, TX starts with taking your old roof all the way off. We replace any bad wood underneath and build the new roof layer by layer. Your estimate lists every item, so you can see exactly what you’re paying for.
Signs it’s time to replace, not repair
A roof repair is often enough. These are signs it might be time for a new roof:
- Hail damage on more than one side. Cracked or dented shingles on several sides of the house usually mean a new roof, and often an insurance claim.
- Granules in the gutters and bald spots on the shingles. Granules are the gritty coating that protects shingles from the sun. Once they wash off, the shingles wear out fast.
- Curling, cracking or brittle shingles. This is common on roofs that have been through 15 or more North Texas summers.
- Leaks in more than one place. Fixing one leak after another can cost more than a new roof.
- A soft or sagging roof deck. The deck is the wood under your shingles. If it’s soft or sagging, it has probably been wet for a long time.
- An old overlay roof. That means someone put new shingles right over the old ones. Both layers have to come off now, because Grapevine doesn’t allow new shingles over an old roof.
Shingle and Class 4 options for Grapevine roofs
Architectural shingles
These thick, layered asphalt shingles are what most homes around here have. They cost less than specialty shingles and hold up well when your attic has good airflow.
Class 4 impact-resistant shingles
These shingles get the highest impact rating, so they stand up to hail better than standard shingles. They cost more up front, but many Texas insurers give a discount for them. Compare Class 4 options and discounts.
Designer shingles
Heavier shingles made to look like slate or cedar wood. You’ll see them on custom homes and in neighborhoods with strict design rules.
Many HOAs need to approve your shingle color and style before a new roof goes on. We’ll give you the shingle maker’s product sheet and color samples to send in, and we’ll schedule your roof once it’s approved.
Roof replacement cost factors in Grapevine
Roofers price roofs by the “square.” One square is a 10-by-10-foot area of roof (100 square feet). The size of your roof matters most. Other things that affect the price:
- Steepness and height. Steep, tall roofs take longer and need more safety gear.
- Layers to remove. Two old layers cost more to tear off and haul away than one.
- Rotten decking. We replace any rotten sheets of wood at the per-sheet price listed in your estimate.
- The shingles you choose. Architectural, Class 4 impact-resistant and designer shingles vary a lot in price.
- Attic vents. Sometimes we add vents to let heat out of an attic that runs too hot.
- Chimneys, skylights and walls. Each one needs new flashing, the metal that seals the spot where it meets the roof.
To give you a real number, we need to measure your roof. We do that during the free inspection.
Lay the estimates side by side and look for these on each one: removing and hauling away the old roof, the price per sheet for any rotten wood, the exact shingles, the permit, cleanup and warranties. Make sure each bid includes the same things, so you’re comparing apples to apples.
What you’re paying for
Every layer of your new roof
Shingles are just the part you see. Here’s everything we put on, in the order it goes on.
- Solid roof deckThis is the wood under your shingles. We nail it down tight and replace any soft or rotten sheets before anything goes on top.
- Drip edgeA metal strip along the edges of the roof. It sends water into the gutter instead of behind it.
- Synthetic underlaymentA tough, water-resistant sheet that covers all the wood. It’s your backup if a shingle ever blows off.
- Ice & water shieldA sticky, waterproof layer for the spots where most leaks start: the valleys (where two roof slopes meet) and around pipes, vents and walls.
- Starter stripA sealed first row of shingles along the edges of the roof. It keeps strong North Texas wind from peeling up the edge shingles.
- Architectural or Class 4 shinglesNailed the way the maker recommends for high winds. We add new pipe boots (the rubber seals around plumbing pipes) and new flashing wherever something comes through the roof.
- Ridge vent & capA vent along the peak of the roof that lets hot summer air out of your attic. We top it with matching shingles.
Replacement day
Our roof installation process
Before we start
We get the City of Grapevine permit and wait for HOA approval if you need it. Materials arrive in your driveway the day before or that morning.
Tear-off
We cover your plants and AC units with tarps. Then we take the old roof off down to the wood and replace any bad sections.
Building the new roof
First the drip edge and the waterproof layers go down. Then come the shingles, flashing, pipe boots and ridge vent.
Cleanup and final check
We sweep the yard with a magnet to pick up nails and haul away the debris. Then the city does its final inspection. We walk through the job with you and give you photos and your warranty paperwork.
Warranties
Two warranties that cover different things
The manufacturer’s warranty comes from the shingle maker and covers defects in the materials. Some makers offer a stronger warranty that also covers the installation, but only through roofers they’ve certified.
Our workmanship warranty covers how we installed your roof. You get it in writing. Most leaks on newer roofs come from how the roof was put on, not from bad shingles, so this one matters.
We register the manufacturer’s warranty for you and give you all the paperwork at the final walk-through.
FAQ
Roof replacement FAQs
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most homes in Grapevine take one to two days. Big, steep or complicated roofs, a lot of rotten wood, or bad weather can add time.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Grapevine?
Yes. Grapevine requires a roofing permit, and the fee is $42. The roofer who gets it has to be registered with the city. The permit expires if no one schedules the final inspection. We get the permit and schedule the inspections for you. See our Grapevine permits and HOA guide.
Can you put new shingles over my old roof?
Not in Grapevine. The city doesn’t allow new shingles over an old roof, so every shingle roof here gets a full tear-off. We’d recommend that anyway. It’s the only way to see and fix the wood, flashing and any problem spots underneath.
What if you find rotten wood under the shingles?
We replace it at the per-sheet price listed in your estimate, and we take photos of it. That way there are no surprise charges. Soft or rotten wood won’t hold nails well, so it has to go.
Do I need to be home during the replacement?
No. We just need access to your driveway and side yards, with pets kept inside. At the end, we’ll walk the finished roof and yard with you, or send photos if you’re away.
Will insurance pay for my roof replacement?
If hail or wind damaged your roof, a covered claim usually pays for a new roof, minus your deductible. Normal wear and age aren’t covered. See our hail damage and insurance claim guide.
Free inspection
Get a free roof inspection in Grapevine
Tell us what’s going on. We’ll come out, take photos of your roof, and tell you what it needs. If it doesn’t need anything yet, we’ll tell you that too.
- Photos of your whole roof that you can keep
- A written price, line by line, if it needs work
- Help deciding if it’s worth calling your insurance
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