Why homeowners pick metal
Metal sheds rain fast, stands up well to wind, and reflects more of the sun than dark shingles. Panels are fastened in long runs, which leaves fewer seams for water to find. For many homeowners in Austin, San Antonio, and Temple, those are good reasons to consider it.
The honest trade-offs
Metal costs more up front than shingles. Hail can dent panels, even when it doesn’t cause a leak. Installation also takes careful work at the edges, valleys, and penetrations. We walk through all of this before you decide, so there are no surprises.
Is metal right for your house?
Metal tends to make the most sense when you plan to stay in the house for a long time, when the roof has a simple shape with long, open slopes, or when you want a roof that handles summer heat well. On a roof with many valleys, dormers, and penetrations, the extra detail work can push the cost up, and shingles may be the better value.
Your neighborhood and home style matter too. Some houses look best with metal, others with shingle or tile. We give you our honest opinion, show you the options side by side, and you make the call. If shingles are the better fit for your house and budget, we tell you that.
Thinking about switching from shingles to metal during a replacement? We remove the old roof, check the decking, and install the metal system with the right underlayment and trim so it sheds water the way it should.
Metal roof repair
Already have a metal roof? We repair loose or backed-out fasteners, worn sealant, leaking flashing, and damaged panels. If a section can be fixed, we fix it instead of selling a new roof.
Talk it through with us
Call or text (737) 414-9043, or use the form below. We look at your house and current roof and help you compare metal with shingle, tile, or flat options. No charge for the visit. Se habla español.
We serve Austin, San Antonio, Temple, and the towns around them, including Round Rock, Georgetown, Kyle, New Braunfels, Schertz, Boerne, Belton, and Killeen.