ServicesRoof Replacement
Roof Replacement in Guthrie, OK
When patching no longer holds, a new roof is the honest answer. We strip the old one away, fix the wood underneath and install a full system that meets today's residential code. We explain each step, so you always know what is happening on your home.
A new roof, built the way code expects
Replacing a roof means taking off the old shingles and underlayment until the bare wood deck shows, repairing whatever has gone soft, then building a new system layer by layer: underlayment, drip edge, flashing, vents and shingles. Each part depends on the others, so we replace them together.
Our crew works under an Oklahoma residential roofing license and an Oklahoma general contractor license, and we treat the permit and city inspection as part of the work itself. Code covers things you will never see from the driveway, such as how many nails hold each shingle, how much air moves through the attic and how many old layers can stay on a house. Those details decide how a roof handles Oklahoma hail and spring wind, so we go over them with you in plain language before anything is torn off.
What your roof replacement includes
- Paperwork and city sign-off
- We find out what the building department asks for at your address, file the permit if one is required and book the inspection. You will not spend an afternoon on hold with the city.
- Old roof removed completely
- Our crew strips off all existing shingles rather than layering new ones on top. With the deck exposed, we can judge the wood honestly, and your home stays within the code limit on roof layers.
- Deck repair with photos
- Any boards that are rotted, soft or coming apart get replaced before new material goes on. We show you photos and talk with you before swapping any wood.
- Underlayment, drip edge and flashing
- Fresh underlayment covers the full deck and new drip edge lines the eaves and rakes. Walls, chimneys and pipe boots get new flashing, since old metal rarely seals well a second time.
- Balanced attic ventilation
- We match intake and exhaust vents to the size of your attic. Steady airflow keeps summer heat off the deck and helps shingles reach their full life.
- Cleanup and nail sweep
- Tarps cover your flower beds and siding while we work, and old shingles go directly into our trailer. Before we leave, we run a magnetic sweeper over the grass, driveway and walkways to collect loose nails.
Signs it may be time for a new roof
Leaks that move around
A single drip can usually be fixed. When water keeps finding new ways in, the roof as a whole is giving out.
Shingle grit collecting in gutters
Age and hail knock the mineral granules off shingles. Dark, bald spots mean the asphalt is baking in direct sun with no protection.
Shingles curling or going missing
Cupped or cracked edges no longer seal down, and the next strong wind can peel them off. If it is happening across the whole roof, roof repair only buys a little time.
Dips or soft spots
A wavy roof line or a spot that gives underfoot usually points to failing decking. Have it looked at soon.
Already two layers deep
If an earlier roofer covered old shingles instead of removing them, code does not allow another layer on top. Your next roof starts with a full tear-off.
What affects the cost of a new roof
No two roofs share the same measurements or hidden problems, so we price yours after we have been up on it. Your written estimate lists each of the items below on its own line. That way the final bill matches what you agreed to.
Size and pitch
A bigger roof needs more shingles and more hours. Steeper slopes take extra safety gear and slower, more careful work.
Number of old layers
Two layers mean more tear-off time and more weight to haul away than one.
Condition of the deck
Replacement boards are charged per sheet, and that rate is written into your estimate before we start.
Type of shingle
Architectural and impact-resistant shingles are priced differently. Impact-rated shingles can sometimes lower a homeowners insurance premium, so it is worth asking your agent.
Details and fees
Chimneys, skylights, valleys and added vents all take extra flashing work. When a permit applies, its fee is already included in the number you see.
How the job runs
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Roof and attic check
We walk the roof, look at the underside of the deck from your attic and photograph what we find. Then you get a written estimate with each item broken out. If a roof repair would really solve the problem, we say so.
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Scheduling and materials
After you approve, we take care of the permit and order your shingles. We call you to confirm the start date and let you know about any weather changes.
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Tear-off and new roof
The work on most homes wraps up in one or two working days, with the size of the roof and the weather setting the pace. Each day we strip off only the section we can fully cover again by evening, so your home is never left open overnight.
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Final check together
Once the yard is clean, the city inspector reviews the work where required. After that we walk around your home with you and go over anything you want to know.
Roof replacement questions
Does Guthrie require a permit for a new roof?
Most full replacements in the area need one. We confirm the rule for your address and file the paperwork ourselves. Having the job on record helps later if you sell your home or make an insurance claim.
Is it okay to lay new shingles on top of my current roof?
It is not something we recommend, and code allows no more than two layers on a roof. A second layer hides damaged wood and puts extra weight on the framing. Taking everything off lets us find problems you would otherwise never know were there.
Will my insurance cover a new roof?
If hail or wind did the damage, your policy may pay for some or all of it. We can photograph the damage and be on the roof when the adjuster visits, though the adjuster makes the coverage decision. Our storm damage repair page covers that process in more detail.
Does someone have to stay home while you work?
Not really. We need access to an outdoor outlet and room in the driveway for our trailer. It will be loud, and it is smart to take pictures and mirrors off the walls in rooms under the roof, because the hammering can rattle them loose.
What if it rains partway through?
We plan around the forecast and remove only what we can cover the same day. If a storm moves in early, we dry the roof in with underlayment and tarps and finish once it clears.
Let's look at your roof together
Describe what you are noticing, from stains on the ceiling to shingles in the yard, and we will set up a visit. You will hear plainly what your roof needs and what code asks for.