Our Ranking Methodology

Our process involves collecting a list of about 24,000 companies nationwide and analyzing their online presence. We extract their highlights and lowlights using machine learning and natural language processing. Using this information, we score each company based on a combination of review criteria, including:

• Experience: The company should have evidence of experience in its industry, and should employ quality contractors.
• Service area: Whether or not the company services your city, as well as how many areas in the city it services. Companies with a larger service area score higher.
• Customer experience: We take a look at each company's customer reviews to determine how satisfied customers are with the company's service and products.
• Accreditation: Companies with proper licensing and knowledgeable professionals rank higher.
• Pros and cons: We sort the above factors into pros and cons for the company, such as roofing materials available, customer satisfaction and reviews, and cost, and weigh the score based on those.

Then, we map companies based on service area and show the most relevant providers in your area based on each company's distance from you and its overall scores.

Roof Replacement

Replacing your full roof is a common service needed in Houston. A roof replacement costs around $5,000 to $15,000 on average. However, your actual cost will vary depending on several factors such as your roofing material and home square footage. The roofing material will be a substantial percentage of the total cost. For instance, asphalt shingles cost between $1 and $3 per square foot, so if you have a 2,200-square-foot home, just the materials will cost between $1,200 and $6,600.

Roof Repair

Roof repair is provided by most Houston roofers, primarily to satisfy the demand, since it's one of the most requested roofing services in the area. On average, a roof repair will cost about $1,000, but it can be higher or lower depending on how extensive the repairs are.

Roof Cleaning

Another service requested in Houston sometimes is roof cleaning. The average cost of roof cleaning ranges from around $300 to $700.

Which materials are best for Houston's climate?

One thing you'll want to consider when shopping around for a roofer is the types of roofing materials they work with. To help you decide, below are some pros and cons for a few different roofing materials:

• Energy efficiency: Asphalt isn't the best material for energy efficiency, but clay and metal are better insulators so they can save you some money on energy bills.
• Durability: Extreme weather and precipitation can damage some types of roofing materials. Metal roofs tend to be the most resilient, making them a good option from both an energy efficiency and a durability standpoint.
• Solar installation: If you're thinking of installing solar panels like other Houston homeowners, you might want to get a roof material that won't need to be replaced very often, such as metal, slate, or clay. This will help you avoid the additional costs associated with removing your panels to replace the roof underneath.

Signs I should replace my roof

There are some things that can help you figure out when to replace your roof and make sure it's still protecting your home.

You may also want to consider replacing your roof if you start experiencing leaks or notice physical damage to the roof. Some signs a roof replacement is in order are missing or cracked shingles or tiles, excessive roof grit in your gutters and severe fading from the sun.

If you plan to install solar panels, you might want to consider replacing your roof beforehand if you know its lifespan will be up in fewer than 10 years.

You can go over the average lifespans of different roofing materials in the table below to help you come to a decision:

Finding the right roofing company

It can be overwhelming to find a roofing company in Houston, but you should pay attention to a few key things in order to make your decision easier.

It's a good idea to ask what roofing materials the company works with. If you have a preference, you might be able to rule out the ones that don't work with your chosen material.

The state of Texas requires that all roofing contractors be licensed with the state. Also, most roof repairs and all roof installations require a building permit. Your roofer should check that it will handle the permits prior to starting any work.

Finally, roofs in general go through a lot of wear and tear, so it's best to pick a company that offers a long roof warranty to protect your investment.