Roof Replacement

Not sure which you need? We'll inspect your roof for free and show you photos of what we find before recommending anything.

How a Roof Replacement Works With 3 Peaks

Replacing a roof is a big decision, so we keep the steps simple and put everything in writing.

1. Free inspection. We get on the roof and, where we can reach it, into the attic. We're looking at the whole system, not just the shingles you can see from the street.

2. Photos of what we find. You get pictures of the problem areas, so you see what we saw. If something only needs a repair, we'll tell you that.

3. A written estimate. Your estimate spells out the scope: how many layers come off, the underlayment and flashing going back on, ventilation, the roofing material and color, and how we'll handle any damaged decking we find once the old roof is off.

4. Help with the insurance claim, if it's storm damage. If hail or wind caused the damage, we document it and can meet your adjuster at the house. More on that on our insurance claims page.

5. Install. We schedule around the forecast and only open up as much roof as we can dry in that day.

6. Cleanup and final walkthrough. We clean up the debris and walk the job with you before we call it done.

 

What We Check Before We Write Your Estimate

A replacement estimate is only as good as the inspection behind it. Here's what we look at on every roof:

• The decking. Soft or spongy spots underfoot usually mean water has gotten into the wood. We note where, so there are no surprises on install day.

• How many layers are on the roof. Some older Louisville homes have a second layer of shingles nailed over the first. Every layer has to come off, and that changes the scope.

• Flashing. The metal at walls, chimneys, skylights and valleys is where a lot of leaks start. We check whether it can be reused or needs replacing.

• Pipe boots and roof penetrations. The rubber collars around plumbing vents crack with sun and age.

• Attic ventilation. We look at how air gets in at the eaves and out at the ridge or vents. Poor airflow can shorten the life of a new roof and make upstairs rooms hotter in summer.

• Signs of moisture in the attic. Stained sheathing, damp insulation or mildew tell us water or condensation has been a problem.

• Storm damage. Hail bruises, cracked or creased shingles, and lifted tabs from wind. If we find it, we'll tell you whether an insurance claim is worth looking into.

• Gutters and drip edge. A new roof should drain into gutters that work. If yours are pulling away or overflowing, we'll say so. We also do gutters.

 

What to Expect on Install Day

Most homeowners have never been through a roof replacement, so here's how the day usually goes.

Before we start. It helps to move cars out of the driveway and garage, take fragile things off walls that share the roofline, and cover anything stored in the attic. Tear-off shakes the house, and dust and the odd nail can come through.

Protecting your property. We set up around the house to protect landscaping, siding and walkways from falling debris.

Tear-off. The old shingles, underlayment and worn flashing come off, down to the deck. It's the loudest part of the job. Pets are usually happier somewhere quieter for the day.

Deck check. With the deck exposed, we look at the wood itself. If boards are rotted or soft, we show you before we replace them, and it's handled the way your written estimate says.

Dry-in and install. New underlayment goes down first so the house is protected, then flashing, vents and the roofing itself.

Cleanup. Debris is hauled off, and we run a magnet sweep over the yard, driveway and beds to pick up nails.

Final walkthrough. We walk the roof and the property with you, answer your questions, and make sure you're happy before we leave.

 

Louisville Weather and Your New Roof

Kentucky weather is hard on roofs in a few specific ways, and it shapes what we recommend.

Freeze-thaw winters. Louisville gets freezing nights from roughly November into early April, often followed by milder days. Water that gets under a lifted shingle or into a cracked flashing seam freezes, expands and opens the gap a little more each time. Solid flashing and good underlayment at the eaves and valleys matter here.

Spring hail and wind. Spring storms bring hail and strong wind across the region. Hail can bruise shingles in ways you won't see from the ground, and wind lifts and tears tabs. If your roof has been through a storm, a free inspection will tell you where you stand. See our storm damage page.

Hot, humid summers. Summer heat bakes the roof surface and the attic under it. That's one reason we pay attention to ventilation on every replacement.

 

Paying for a New Roof

Two things help most homeowners here. If the damage came from a storm, your homeowner's insurance may cover some or all of it, depending on your policy and deductible. We'll walk you through how the claim process works on our insurance claims page. If you're paying out of pocket, we offer financing for qualified homeowners, and we can talk through it at your estimate.

 

What Homeowners Say

"The crew was professional, courteous, and efficient, and the whole process went smoothly." Debbie S., 5-star Google review