Metal Roofing Installation in Austin, TX
Standing seam and metal panel roofs built for Texas heat and hail. Forty to sixty years of service, lower cooling bills and the least maintenance of any roof system. Installed by a crew that does metal every week, not once a year.
- 5.0 Google Rating
- Fully Insured
- Serving Austin Since 2014
- 24/7 Emergency Service
Why Metal Roofs Make Sense in Austin
The roof that costs more up front and less per year than anything else you can put on a Texas house.
Austin’s climate is hard on roofs in two ways: relentless UV and heat for six months, and hail every spring. Metal handles both. Reflective finishes send heat back before it reaches the attic, cutting cooling load in a way shingles can’t match. And hail that bruises a shingle simply dents a metal panel cosmetically, if at all, with heavier gauges shrugging it off entirely.
The other reason Austin homeowners choose metal is longevity. A properly installed standing seam roof lasts 40 to 60 years, which means it’s likely the last roof you’ll buy. Many Texas insurers also discount premiums for metal roofs the same way they do for Class 4 shingles.
- Standing seam: concealed fasteners, cleanest look, longest life
- R-panel and exposed-fastener: economical, ideal for barns, shops and some homes
- Metal shingles and shakes: metal durability with a traditional profile
- Kynar/PVDF finishes that hold color for decades
- Steel and aluminum options
- Retrofit over existing roofs where structure allows
Metal Roofing Systems We Install
The right profile depends on the house, the budget and the look you want.
Standing seam
Panels locked together with concealed clips. No exposed screws to back out, the most watertight and longest-lasting residential system.
Exposed-fastener panels
R-panel and similar profiles for shops, barns, outbuildings and budget-conscious homes. Screws need periodic checks.
Metal shingles
Steel or aluminum formed to look like shake, slate or tile. Metal performance where a standing seam look doesn’t suit the house.
Proper underlayment
High-temp synthetic underlayment rated for metal, so the roof doesn’t cook the layer beneath it.
Trim and flashing
Custom-bent trim at every edge, valley and penetration. Metal roofs leak at details, not in the field, so details get the time.
Thermal movement
Clips and fasteners that let panels expand and contract through Texas temperature swings without oil-canning or fatigue.
Metal vs. Shingles: An Honest Comparison
Metal isn’t the right answer for every house. Here’s how to decide.
A metal roof typically costs two to three times what architectural shingles cost up front, and lasts two to three times as long. If you plan to stay in the house ten-plus years, or you’re tired of hail claims, metal usually wins on total cost. If you’re selling within a few years, high-quality Class 4 shingles are often the smarter spend. Metal is also louder in rain only when installed over open framing; over solid decking with underlayment, the difference is negligible. We’ll run both numbers for your house.
What Austin Homeowners Say
5.0-star Google ratingWe recently replaced our roof with TexRoof, and the entire experience has been excellent from the very beginning. They took the time to answer all of our questions, explained everything clearly, and made the project feel completely stress-free. The quality of workmanship has been impressive.
Great experience with this roofing company! The team was professional, efficient, and did excellent work. Knowledgeable, responsive, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Communication and attention to detail were truly appreciated.
Metal Roofing FAQ
How much does a metal roof cost in Austin?
Standing seam typically runs two to three times the cost of architectural shingles for the same roof; exposed-fastener panels are less. Because it lasts two to three times as long, the cost per year of service is usually lower. We quote in writing after measuring your roof.
Do metal roofs make the house hotter or cooler?
Cooler. Reflective finishes and the air gap under standing seam panels reduce heat transfer into the attic. Many Austin homeowners see noticeably lower summer cooling bills after switching from dark shingles to a reflective metal roof.
Is a metal roof loud in the rain?
Not when installed over solid decking with underlayment, which is how we install residential metal. The sound is comparable to a shingle roof. Metal over open framing, as on a barn, is louder.
Can hail damage a metal roof?
Large hail can leave cosmetic dents, especially on lighter gauges and flat panel profiles. It very rarely causes leaks. Heavier gauge panels and textured finishes hide dents well, and many policies exclude cosmetic-only damage, which is worth checking with your agent.
Can you install metal over my existing shingles?
Sometimes, if there’s a single layer in good condition and the structure allows. It saves tear-off cost but hides the decking. We generally recommend a full tear-off so the decking can be inspected and the roof gets a proper underlayment.
Ready for the Last Roof You’ll Ever Buy?
Book a free consultation. We’ll measure, show you profiles and finishes, and quote metal and shingle side by side so you can compare.
- Standing seam specialists
- 40–60 year service life
- Fully insured, since 2014
Prefer to talk now? (512) 948-3567