Metal roofing
Architectural shingles
Tile roofing
GAF
Owens Corning
Flat & low-slopeFree roof inspection with deck photos before we talk money - GAF and Owens Corning certified installation
Trusted Roof Installation for Austin Homeowners
A new roof in Austin typically costs between $9,800 and $24,500 depending on material, roof size, and pitch, and most full tear-off installations take 2 to 5 days once materials arrive. Those are the numbers you should have before signing anything. Crestview Roofing Co Austin has handled our Roof Installation in Austin and across Central Texas since 2000, and Dylan Pace built the company on a simple idea: you get a written price before any work starts, photo documentation before and after, and a live arrival time you can track. That’s The Relay Standard, and it’s how we’ve operated from day one. If you want a real number from a real person, call (254) 587-6371. A live person answers, 24/7.
We’re part of the Relay Home Co. family, and every installation is backed by the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If something we install fails within a year, we correct it at no charge. In writing. No negotiation, no runaround, no “that’s not covered.” Just a second visit, free. For homeowners from Jollyville to Lost Creek, that’s the difference between hoping a roofer stands behind the work and knowing it in advance.
Shingle Roof
A shingle roof is the most common roof system in Austin, using overlapping asphalt or composite shingles nailed to the roof deck, and it typically runs $5,800 to $14,200 for a full replacement on a standard single-story home. That range depends on the shingle grade, roof pitch, and how many layers need tearing off. Crestview Roofing Co Austin installs architectural shingles from GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, and Tamko, and we recommend 30-year-rated architectural shingles for most Austin homes because they handle the summer heat and spring hail better than basic 3-tab. You get a written price before we order materials, so the number you approve is the number on the final invoice.
Architectural vs. 3-Tab
Architectural shingles cost roughly 20 to 30 percent more than 3-tab but add wind resistance and a dimensional look that holds up better in Austin’s thunderstorm season. The 3-tab option works for rental properties and outbuildings, but for a primary residence, we almost always recommend stepping up.
Hail-Ready Installations
Central Texas sees hail every spring, and a poorly installed shingle roof shows it within two years. We use six nails per shingle as standard, check the deck for soft spots, and document every layer with photos so your insurance adjuster can see exactly what was replaced.
Styles & brands we work with
Standing Seam Metal Roof
A standing seam metal roof uses vertical metal panels with concealed fasteners running from ridge to eave, and in Austin it typically costs $16,000 to $38,000 depending on gauge, color, and roof complexity. That’s a bigger upfront number than shingle, but the roof pays that back over 40 to 60 years. Crestview Roofing Co Austin installs 24-gauge standing seam panels with factory-applied finishes, which means no exposed screws on the roof face and no rust streaks developing over time. We also handle the underlayment details that make the difference between a metal roof that lasts and one that leaks at the ridge within five years.
When Metal Makes Sense
If your home sits on a heavily tree-lined lot in Lost Creek or along the Balcones Canyonlands edge, metal gives you fire resistance and sheds debris easily. It also reflects more heat than asphalt, which can trim attic temperatures by 20 degrees and reduce cooling load in a Texas summer.
Noise and Expansion Details
The old worry about metal roofs being loud comes down to installation, not material. We install over a solid deck with a high-temperature underlayment, and we account for thermal expansion at the panel seams so you don’t get the oil-canning or popping sound that cheap installs produce.
Tile Roof
A tile roof uses concrete or clay tiles laid in overlapping courses, and in Austin it typically runs $22,000 to $45,000 for a full installation on a standard home. The weight of tile means the roof structure often needs bracing or strapping first, which is part of why the number is higher. Crestview Roofing Co Austin installs both concrete and clay tile, and we work with Boral, one of the few manufacturers whose concrete tile is rated for the hail and UV exposure Central Texas dishes out. Every tile project starts with a structural check of the rafters and deck, because tile on an underbuilt frame is a five-figure mistake waiting to happen.
Concrete vs. Clay
Concrete tile costs less than clay and holds color well, while clay offers that traditional Spanish or Mediterranean look that dominates neighborhoods in Westlake and Shady Hollow. Both shed heat well, but clay tends to run a few degrees cooler on the underside of the deck.
Underlayment Is the Real Roof
The tile is the showpiece; the underlayment underneath is what actually keeps water out. We use a double-layer high-temperature underlayment system from CertainTeed on every tile install, because in a 105-degree Austin summer, a single felt layer can bake out and crack within a decade.
Roof Ventilation
Roof ventilation is the system of intake and exhaust vents that moves hot air out of the attic, and a proper ventilation package on a new Austin roof typically adds $600 to $2,200 depending on attic size and vent type. The point is not just comfort; it’s shingle life. An attic that hits 150 degrees in July cooks shingles from underneath and shortens a 30-year roof to 20. Crestview Roofing Co Austin calculates ventilation using the attic square footage and the roof pitch, then balances intake at the eaves with exhaust at the ridge. That balance is what most roofers skip, and it’s the difference between a roof that breathes and one that traps moisture and heat.
Balanced Airflow
You need roughly equal intake and exhaust area for the system to work, measured in net free area, not vent dimensions. If intake is undersized, the ridge vent pulls air from the living space and raises your cooling bill without lowering attic temperature.
Texas Heat Load
Austin homes need more ventilation than the code minimum because the heat load is higher than in most of the country. We size systems at 1:150 or better, and we photograph the vent placement so you and any future buyer can see exactly what was installed.
Roof Flashing Installation
Roof flashing installation is the process of fitting metal strips that seal the joints where the roof meets chimneys, walls, skylights, and vents, and it typically adds $800 to $2,500 to a full Austin roof project depending on how many penetrations your roof has. Flashing is where roofs fail first. The shingles can be perfect, but if the flashing around a chimney or a vent pipe is wrong, water gets in and rots the deck from the inside out. Crestview Roofing Co Austin replaces all flashing during a roof installation, not just the visible sections. We use 26-gauge galvanized or aluminum flashing, and we step-flash walls with each course of shingles so water can’t back up behind the siding.
Step Flashing on Walls
Any place a roof slope meets a vertical wall, step flashing must be woven into the shingle courses one piece at a time. A continuous strip of metal against a wall looks fine from the ground but channels water straight behind the siding when the first hard rain hits.
Pipe Boots and Valley Metal
Old pipe boots crack from UV exposure within 10 to 15 years, and crack follows the change of season. We replace boots with silicone or thermoplastic units and install open metal valleys that shed water faster than closed-cut valleys, which matters when Austin gets three inches of rain in an afternoon.
TPO Roofing Installation
TPO roofing installation is the process of heat-welding a single-ply thermoplastic membrane over a flat or low-slope roof, and in Austin it typically runs $6,500 to $14,000 for a residential low-slope section or detached structure. TPO is the standard for flat roofs because it’s white, reflective, and the seams are welded rather than glued, which gives you a watertight monolithic surface. Crestview Roofing Co Austin installs TPO on porches, carports, additions, and modern flat-roof homes across the city. The critical part is the welding temperature and the prep underneath, and we document the weld settings and the adhesion test results so you have a record of exactly what was done on your roof.
Where TPO Belongs
TPO is designed for slopes under 3:12, the kind you find on mid-century homes in Crestview and Allandale or on flat-roofed additions built in the 1960s. Asphalt shingles don’t work on those slopes, and the people who try usually get a call from us a season later to fix the leaks.
Welded Seams vs. Adhesive
A TPO roof is only as good as its seams, and the only correct method is hot-air welding at a temperature matched to the membrane’s specifications. We run test welds on every project, pull them apart to confirm the material tears rather than the seam, and keep a photo log of the process.
Brands We Service
We install and service GAF shingle systems, including the Timberline line, and we’re familiar with the specific nailing patterns GAF requires for their wind warranty to be valid. Homeowners who have had a different roofer use GAF often find that the warranty was never registered or the nail pattern didn’t meet spec; we correct that during the install and register the warranty on your behalf.
CertainTeed and Tamko both make excellent shingle lines, and we’ve installed both across Austin, Georgetown, and Kyle over the years. We also offer Roof Installation in Pflugerville for homeowners in that area. Whether you have GAF, CertainTeed, Tamko, or any other make, we can handle the install correctly and give you a written price before the first nail goes in.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Granules in the gutters. When asphalt shingles start losing their ceramic granules, the underlying asphalt is exposed to UV and begins to break down fast. A tablespoon of granules every couple of months is normal; a handful after every rain means the roof is aging out.
- Daylight through the attic boards. If you can see sunlight streaming through cracks or holes in the roof deck from inside the attic, water can get in the same way. This is a structural sign that a full replacement is in your near future, not a repair.
- Water stains on ceilings or walls. A brown ring on the ceiling after a storm usually points to a flashing failure or a torn underlayment, and by the time it’s visible inside, the deck underneath is already wet. The longer it sits, the further the rot spreads.
- Shingles curling or lifting at the edges. Curled shingles catch wind and break off, and the roof underneath loses its protection. If the curling is widespread, it’s a sign the shingle is nearing the end of its service life.
- Roof age over 20 years. An asphalt shingle roof in Austin’s heat rarely makes it much past two decades, even with good ventilation. If your roof is older than that, an inspection now is cheaper than an emergency tarp later.
Our Process, Step by Step
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You call and talk to a person. A live person answers at (254) 587-6371 and books your free estimate. No voicemail tree, no “someone will call you back.” You’ll know who is coming and when.
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We measure, photograph, and write the number down. Dylan or one of our background-checked technicians walks the roof, checks the attic, and documents everything. You get a written price before any work starts, and that price is the price.
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We schedule a live-trackable arrival time. On install day you’ll see exactly when the crew is arriving, through The Relay Standard’s live tracking. No four-hour windows, no guessing.
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We install with photo documentation. Before, during, and after photos are sent to you by text so you can see the tear-off, the underlayment, the flashing, and the finished roof from your phone. Every step is documented.
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You get a digital invoice and the 365-Day Promise. A final invoice comes by text, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise covers the repair for a full year, in writing. If something fails, we return free. No charge, no negotiation.
How Much Does Roof Installation Cost in Austin?
A full tear-off and replacement on a standard 2,000-square-foot Austin home with architectural shingles usually lands between $10,500 and $16,800. A standing seam metal roof on the same home runs $18,000 to $32,000, and tile starts around $22,000 and goes up from there based on the structural work needed. TPO on a flat section or addition sits between $6,500 and $14,000 depending on deck condition and membrane thickness.
The main variables are roof pitch, number of existing layers, deck repair, and the ventilation or flashing work the roof needs. A home in Hyde Park with a steep 8:12 pitch costs more to roof than a ranch in Wells Branch with a 4:12, and that difference is labor, not material. The way to avoid overpaying is to get a written line-item quote and then compare the scope, not just the bottom number. Cheap bids usually skip the underlayment replacement or reuse old flashing, and you pay for that in leaks two years later. Our free estimate includes a full photo report, a written scope of work, and a fixed price with no change orders.
Our Service Area Near Austin
Crestview Roofing Co Austin serves the full Austin metro and all the surrounding communities, including Georgetown, Kyle, Buda, Jollyville, Lockhart, Elgin, Hornsby Bend, Manor, Lost Creek, Shady Hollow, and Wells Branch. Typical response time for an estimate is within 48 hours, and for active leaks we move faster. If you’re in one of these areas, the same written-price process and the same 365-Day Promise apply. See our Roof Installation in Georgetown and Roof Installation in Kyle pages for area-specific details, or start with our home page to see the full range of services.
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 Installation in Austin
Roof Installation - Manor and the surrounding areas follow the same complete process of removing the old roof and building a new one from the deck up, including underlayment, flashing, ventilation, and the finished roof surface. In Austin, most installations involve a full tear-off of the existing shingles and a replacement with architectural asphalt, metal, or tile. We handle every layer, from the initial inspection to the final photo walkthrough.
Most shingle roof installations take 2 to 4 days, while metal and tile roofs run 4 to 8 days depending on size, pitch, and weather. Material delivery times vary, especially for tile and standing seam, and we factor that into the schedule when we give you the written estimate. You’ll have a start date and a live arrival time on day one, not a vague window.
Plan on $9,800 to $24,500 for a full shingle replacement, $16,000 to $38,000 for standing seam metal, and $22,000 to $45,000 for tile. The exact number depends on roof size, pitch, deck condition, and the materials you choose, and we put that number in writing before any work starts. Call (254) 587-6371 for a free exact quote.
We install and service both GAF and CertainTeed shingle systems, along with Tamko, Owens Corning, and Boral tile. If you have a warranty question or need a specific brand installed correctly, we can help. Manufacturer warranties only pay out if the install met their specifications, and we make sure that part is done right.
If a storm has torn off a section of your roof, we can get a temporary tarp up fast to stop the water, then schedule the full installation. We don’t pretend to do full tear-offs same-day, because a proper roof takes days, not hours. What you get immediately is a live person on the phone and a plan in writing.
Every roof installation we do is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if any part of the install fails within 365 days, we correct it at no charge, with a free second visit. On top of that, the materials carry their own manufacturer warranties from GAF, CertainTeed, Tamko, and Boral depending on the product. The promise is in writing and included with every job.
Move vehicles out of the driveway, take down anything fragile hanging on interior walls, and cover or move items in the attic that you don’t want dust on. The tear-off creates vibration and debris around the house, so we’ll walk the perimeter daily to magnet-sweep nails. We’ll send you a prep checklist with your written estimate, and you can text us with questions anytime before install day.
Schedule Your Roof Installation Service in Austin Today
Ready for a real number on our Roof Installation in Buda or your Austin roof installation? Call (254) 587-6371 and talk to a live person. We’ll schedule your free estimate, give you a written price before any work starts, and back the whole install with the 365-Day Done Right Promise. No surprises at the door, no arguments after the job. Just a roof you can point to and a price that was written down first.
Written by Dylan Pace, Owner at Crestview Roofing Co Austin, serving Austin since 2000.