Roof Replacement in Katy, Cypress, Greater Houston & Corpus Christi
Protect your home with a roof installed for Texas weather. Apex Roofing Solutions provides roof replacement and professional roof installation in Katy, Cypress and Greater Houston, with a Corpus Christi team serving the Coastal Bend. Choose GAF or Owens Corning roofing systems, backed by our lifetime workmanship warranty.
Katy Roof Replacement: Before & After
Owens Corning Duration in Onyx Black. We completed this roof replacement in one day following hail damage from the May 9, 2026 storm.
Owens Corning Duration • Onyx Black | Apex Roofing Solutions
When repairs are no longer the best option, we help you choose a roofing system for your home, budget and Texas weather. Our roof installation process covers tear-off, decking inspection, underlayment, flashing, shingles and ventilation. You receive a clear scope of work, material options and guidance from the free inspection through final cleanup.
A Roof Replacement Built to Protect Your Home
When Does Roof Replacement Make Sense?
Replacement may make sense when damage or deterioration affects much of the roof, leaks keep returning, or repeated repairs no longer offer a dependable solution. Missing shingles, granule loss, sagging areas and storm damage are reasons to schedule an inspection—not automatic proof that you need a new roof.
Could a Repair Still Be the Right Choice?
If the damage is isolated and the surrounding roof is in serviceable condition, a targeted roof repair may be the better option. We look at the extent of the damage, the roof’s condition and past repairs, then explain why repair or replacement makes sense for your home.
Bring what you know about the roof’s age, past leaks and recent storms to your free inspection. Our repair-versus-replacement guide explains the questions to ask before deciding. We’ll walk you through the findings and a clear scope of work.
Our Roof Replacement Process
Know what to expect when Apex Roofing Solutions replaces your roof. We guide homeowners in Katy, Cypress, Greater Houston and Corpus Christi from the initial inspection through the final cleanup.
1. Inspection & Project Planning
We assess your roof, take measurements and review material options, the scope of work and the expected schedule with you.
2. Property Protection & Safety Setup
Before tear-off, we prepare the work area and protect nearby landscaping and property. All our crews are OSHA-trained and follow applicable safety precautions throughout the project, including appropriate fall protection, safe ladder access and personal protective equipment. We keep work areas organized and help you plan safe access around your home.
3. Tear-Off & Roof Deck Inspection
We remove the old roofing materials to inspect the decking underneath. Any damaged decking that needs replacement is discussed with you before the new roof system is installed.
4. Underlayment, Flashing & Shingle Installation
We install the specified underlayment, leak barriers and flashing, followed by shingles, ridge caps and ventilation components. Installation follows the selected roofing system’s manufacturer instructions and applicable local requirements.
5. Cleanup & Final Review
We remove roofing debris and review the completed roof and work area. Our team answers your questions and explains any care or warranty information that applies to your project.
How Long Does a Roof Replacement Take?
Most Apex re-roofs are completed in one day. Larger or more complex roofs, decking repairs and weather conditions can extend the work into additional days. We discuss the anticipated schedule before work begins and keep you informed if conditions change.
How We Protect Your Home Overnight
If your roof replacement continues into a second day or longer, we take all necessary precautions to keep your home protected overnight. Before leaving each day, we secure unfinished roof areas with appropriate temporary weather protection, secure materials and equipment, and check the work area for hazards. We monitor weather conditions and plan each day’s work with your home’s protection in mind.
What Your Roof Replacement Estimate Should Include
A shingle name and a total price don’t tell you the whole story. When we walk through your estimate, we want you to understand what’s included, what may change after tear-off and which materials will go on your home.
The Roof System
- Tear-off and disposal: Which existing materials will be removed and how roofing debris will be hauled away.
- Decking: How we inspect the exposed roof deck, identify damaged areas and discuss any replacement work and added cost.
- Underlayment and leak barriers: The specified products and where they will be installed.
- Starter materials, shingles and ridge components: The manufacturer, product and selected color, along with the components included in the system.
- Flashing and ventilation: The planned work at roof-to-wall connections, penetrations and other details, plus the ventilation scope.
The Work Around Your Home
- Property protection: How work areas, nearby landscaping and access around your home will be handled.
- Schedule: The anticipated installation time and how weather or decking repairs could affect it.
- Cleanup: Debris removal and the final review of the roof and work area.
- Warranty documents: The manufacturer’s product coverage and Apex’s workmanship coverage, explained separately.
- Scope and changes: What is included, what is excluded and how additional work will be discussed before it proceeds.
What Affects Roof Replacement Cost?
Your estimate starts with the roof itself. Two homes with similar interior square footage can have very different roofs—and different replacement costs.
Size, Pitch & Complexity
Actual roof area, slope, the number of roof sections, valleys, dormers and access all affect materials and labor. Living-space square footage does not account for roof pitch, overhangs, garages or covered areas.
Materials & Underlying Repairs
The selected shingles and components, tear-off scope, damaged decking, flashing work and ventilation changes affect the total. We explain those items in your estimate and discuss decking needs revealed after tear-off.
For homeowners planning roof replacement in Katy or comparing Cypress roofing options, the most useful number is a written quote for your measured roof and the work it needs. Request a free roof inspection so we can review that scope with you.
Your Roof Has Two Different Warranty Questions
Apex’s Lifetime Workmanship Warranty
Our lifetime workmanship warranty addresses our installation work. It is separate from the shingle manufacturer’s product warranty. Ask us to review the written coverage, conditions and exclusions for your project.
Manufacturer Product Warranty
Manufacturer coverage depends on the roofing products and warranty selected, with its own terms, requirements and exclusions. A warranty term is not a promise that every roof will last that long. We explain the applicable documents alongside your Apex workmanship warranty.
For example, the homeowner in our Katy Onyx Black roof replacement case study received a 40-year manufacturer warranty and Apex’s lifetime labor warranty. Those are the terms reported for that specific project; we review the coverage selected for your roof individually.
Roof Replacements We’ve Completed in Katy & Cypress
These are Apex projects with actual finished-roof photos. They show two shingle options and different roof layouts you can discuss with us during your inspection.
Katy: GAF Timberline HDZ
We replaced the roof on this Katy home with GAF Timberline HDZ shingles. The finished roof includes several connected slopes and a distinctive rounded section above the front entrance.
A layout like this makes roof-to-wall connections, changes in direction and the full installation scope important parts of the estimate conversation.
See the Katy GAF roof replacement project →
Cypress: Owens Corning Duration
We completed this residential roof replacement in Cypress using Owens Corning Duration shingles. The aerial photo shows the finished roof across its main slopes, intersecting rooflines and covered entry.
When comparing a similar project, ask how the estimate addresses valleys, flashing, ventilation and any decking that needs attention.
See the Cypress Owens Corning project →You can also see the one-day Onyx Black installation in the before-and-after photos above, or explore more of our work in the roofing project gallery.
Roof Replacement FAQs
Is my home’s square footage the same as my roof size?
No. Roof measurements account for the roof’s actual surfaces, pitch and layout, including areas such as garages, overhangs and covered entries. We measure the roof when preparing your replacement scope rather than using interior living area as the roof size.
What happens if you find damaged decking?
After tear-off, we inspect the exposed roof deck. If damaged decking needs replacement, we discuss the affected areas, recommended work and any added cost before the new roof system is installed. Ask how decking is addressed in your written estimate.
How long will my roof replacement take?
Most Apex re-roofs are completed in one day. A larger or more complex roof, decking repairs or weather can extend the schedule. We discuss the expected timing before work begins and keep you informed if conditions change.
What if the work takes more than one day?
We protect unfinished roof areas with appropriate temporary weather protection, secure materials and equipment, and check the work area before leaving. We monitor the weather and plan the next stage of work around the conditions.
What is the difference between workmanship and manufacturer warranties?
Apex’s lifetime workmanship warranty addresses our installation work. The manufacturer’s product warranty covers the selected products under its written terms. They are separate warranties, so review the coverage, conditions and exclusions for both.
Do I need a full replacement for a leak or storm damage?
Not always. An isolated problem may be suitable for a roof repair, while widespread damage or deterioration can make replacement a better choice. We inspect the condition of your roof and explain the options. Read our repair-versus-replacement guide before your inspection.
Let’s Look at Your Roof
We’ll review its condition, explain your options and walk you through the recommended work. Call 281-744-9841 or request your free inspection.
Request a Free Roof Inspection