Roof Replacement in Clarksville, IN

Your material options, side by side

Asphalt shingles The most common roof on houses around Louisville and Southern Indiana. Shingles come in many colors and profiles, suit almost every style of home, and are simple to repair if a few blow off in a storm. They usually cost the least up front of the pitched-roof options. Our shingle roofs page covers the choices in more detail.

Good fit if: you want a familiar look, a lower up-front cost, and easy future repairs.

Standing seam metal Long metal panels joined by raised seams, with the fasteners hidden underneath. It sheds water and snow quickly and handles wind well when installed correctly. It costs more than shingles to install.

Good fit if: you plan to stay in the house a long time and like a clean, modern line.

Exposed fastener metal Metal panels screwed down through the face, with rubber-washered fasteners. It's simpler than standing seam and is common on garages, barns and outbuildings, though some homeowners choose it for houses too. The fasteners need checking over the years as washers age.

Good fit if: you want metal on a simpler building, or a more rustic look.

TPO and EPDM flat roofing Single-ply membranes for low-slope roofs where shingles won't drain properly. TPO is a white membrane; EPDM is a durable rubber membrane. We use both on porches, additions and sunrooms, as well as on commercial buildings. Our flat roofs page explains the difference.

Good fit if: part of your roof is nearly flat, or the building is commercial.

We're glad to price two options on the same estimate so you can compare them directly. Seeing the numbers next to each other, for the same roof, usually makes the decision much easier than comparing brochures.

Commercial roof replacement in Clarksville

With so much of Clarksville's commercial space along Veterans Parkway and Lewis and Clark Parkway, flat roof replacement is a big part of the work here. On a commercial replacement, we:

• inspect the existing membrane, seams, edges and drains, and check for wet insulation;

• plan around rooftop HVAC units and coordinate with your HVAC contractor;

• use tapered insulation where ponding water has been a problem, so the roof drains toward its outlets;

• offer walk pads along service paths so foot traffic doesn't wear the new membrane;

• give you a single point of contact from inspection to final walkthrough.

We also replace metal roofs, and we work on multi-family buildings, HOA and condo communities, churches and schools. See our commercial flat roofs page for more.

Weather that shapes the choice

Clarksville sits on the Ohio River right across from Louisville, with the same humid subtropical climate. Long, humid summers are hard on shingles facing south and west. Spring storms bring hail and strong wind, and the region sees occasional tornado outbreaks. Freezes usually run from early November into early April.

Each material handles that a little differently. Shingles are easy to repair after wind takes a few. Metal resists wind well but can dent under large hail, especially in cosmetic ways. Flat membranes need good drainage so water doesn't sit and freeze. We'll talk through how each fits your roof.

Questions to ask any roofer before you sign

Whoever you hire for a new roof, these questions separate a solid estimate from a vague one:

• Are you insured? Ask for proof. We're fully insured.

• Will you tear off the old roof? A full tear-off lets the roofer find and fix soft decking. Going over an old layer hides it.

• What happens if you find bad decking? The estimate should explain how replacement decking is handled, so there are no surprises.

• What's included? Underlayment, flashing, ventilation, drip edge and pipe boots should all be named, not assumed.

• What does cleanup look like? Ask how landscaping and walkways are protected and whether there's a nail sweep at the end.

• What's your workmanship coverage? Ours is backed by our workmanship warranty.

• Can I see photos of my roof? You should see what the roofer saw before you decide.

Rentals, sales and long-term homes

How long you plan to own the building changes the right answer. If you're preparing a house for sale, a solid, clean shingle roof is often the practical choice. If it's the home you plan to stay in, it may be worth comparing metal. For rentals, durability and easy repairs usually come first. Tell us your plans at the inspection, and we'll shape the options around them.

How a replacement goes

1. Free inspection, including the attic or the space under the deck where we can reach it.

2. Photos of what we find.

3. Written estimate with the material, scope and what's included.

4. Insurance help if storm damage is involved. Your homeowner's policy may cover storm damage; we document it with photos and help you work through the claim.

5. Installation, with your landscaping, siding and walkways protected.

6. Cleanup, a magnet sweep for nails and a final walkthrough.

Our work is backed by our workmanship warranty, and we offer financing for homeowners who'd like to spread out the cost.

Elsewhere in Southern Indiana

We replace roofs throughout Clarksville, Jeffersonville and New Albany. See our Clarksville page for all our services in town.

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