Full Roof Replacement in San Antonio, TX

Full Roof Replacement in San Antonio, TX

Full roof replacement in San Antonio typically costs between $9,800 and $28,000 depending on square footage, pitch, and material choice, with most tear-off and re-roof jobs completed in 2 to 5 days. At Birchbark Roofing San Antonio, we replace the entire roofing system down to the deck, inspect what’s underneath, and install the new roof with a written price in your hand before anything gets torn off. You can call (903) 354-7802 any time, day or night, and a live person will answer and schedule a free estimate.

This page covers what a full replacement actually involves, how much it costs here, and what we do differently to protect your floors, your pets, and your family’s routine while the work happens. If you already know you need a new roof and want to understand the broader scope of Roof Replacement & Installation in San Antonio, that page walks through the full range of services we offer, from partial repairs to complete tear-offs.

Key Takeaways

• Full roof replacement means tearing off everything down to the deck, not layering new shingles over old ones.
• Most San Antonio homes land between $9,800 and $28,000, and you’ll see your exact number in writing before we start.
• Every replacement includes shoe covers, drop cloths, and a photo of the completed clean-up before the crew leaves.
• The 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every full roof replacement we perform.
• Call (903) 354-7802 for a free estimate. A live person answers 24/7.

When You Need Full Roof Replacement

Not every roof problem calls for a complete replacement. But in San Antonio, where summer sun bakes shingles at 100+ degrees for weeks and spring hailstorms roll through with regularity, certain conditions mean patching simply won’t hold. Here’s what tells us a full replacement is the right call:

• Multiple leaks in different areas. Two or three separate leak points usually mean the roof’s water-shedding layer is failing broadly, not just in one spot. Patching each one becomes a losing game.
• Shingles that are curling, cracking, or losing granules. If your gutters are filling with sandy grit after every rain, the shingles are degrading from UV exposure. In neighborhoods like Alamo Heights and Stone Oak, we see this on roofs that look fine from the street but are functionally worn out.
• Age beyond 15 to 20 years. Most asphalt shingle roofs in our climate last 15 to 20 years, sometimes less with poor attic ventilation. If your roof was installed during the 2000s building boom, it’s likely near the end of its service life.
• Hail damage that’s widespread. After the spring storms that hit areas like Helotes and Leon Valley, we often find bruising across 60% or more of the roof surface. Insurance adjusters typically approve full replacement when damage is that extensive.
• Sagging decking or visible daylight in the attic. These are structural signs. If you can see light through the roof boards from inside your attic, water is getting in, and the deck itself may need sections replaced.
• You’re selling the home and the inspector flagged the roof. A failed roof inspection stalls sales in a competitive market. Buyers in San Antonio know what a new roof costs, and they’ll negotiate hard if yours is marginal.

If you’re unsure whether your roof needs repair or replacement, call us. We’ll tell you straight what we’re seeing on the roof and what we’d do if it were our own home. You’ll get the recommendation along with a written price either way.

Our Full Roof Replacement Process

We follow the same process on every full replacement, whether it’s a single-story ranch in Castle Hills or a two-story home in Terrell Hills. The steps don’t change, because the protections don’t change. Here’s how it goes:

1. Inspection and measurement. We walk the roof, check the deck from the attic when accessible, measure the square footage and pitch, and document everything with photos. You see the same photos we see.
2. Written price and material selection. We give you a written price in dollars before anything is scheduled, covering tear-off, deck inspection, materials, installation, and clean-up. You choose your shingle from brands like GAF, CertainTeed, or Owens Corning based on color, warranty, and budget. We don’t push a single brand; we show you what fits your home.
3. Protection and preparation. Before the first shingle comes off, we cover your landscaping with tarps, lay drop cloths through the hallway and work areas inside, and confirm the door schedule with you if a dog or indoor cat needs to stay inside. Shoe covers go on at the door. Every time.
4. Tear-off and deck inspection. We strip everything down to the deck, then inspect the wood underneath. Any rotted or delaminated deck sections are shown to you, with a photo, before we replace them. You approve the additional cost in writing before we proceed.
5. Installation and underlayment. We install new underlayment, flashings, drip edge, and shingles according to manufacturer specifications. Where there’s a choice between standard materials and pet-safe or low-VOC options, we’ll tell you and let you decide.
6. Final inspection and clean-up photo. When the roof is done, we run a magnetic sweep over the driveway and walkways for nails, remove all drop cloths, and take a photo of the completed clean-up before the crew leaves. If you’re not satisfied with the clean-up, we’re not done.

Every step is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If something isn’t right within the first year, we make it right. That’s stamped on every full replacement we do in San Antonio.

Full Roof Replacement Pricing in San Antonio

Most full roof replacements in San Antonio run between $9,800 and $28,000 in 2026, with the typical 1,800 to 2,400 square foot single-story home landing between $11,500 and $16,500 for architectural asphalt shingles. You’ll see your exact number in writing before any work starts. No verbal estimates, no “we’ll see how it goes,” no surprise change orders unless you approve them.

What Affects the Cost

Factor	Typical Range in San Antonio	Notes
Tear-off and disposal of old roof	$1,800 – $3,500	Single layer is standard; multiple layers cost more to remove and haul.
Architectural asphalt shingle installation	$5,500 – $10,500	Most common choice; covers underlayment, flashing, ridge vent, and installation labor.
Deck repair or replacement	$75 – $120 per 4×8 sheet	Only charged if the existing deck has rot. You approve any sheets in writing before we replace them.
Steep or high roof pitch surcharge	$600 – $2,400	Roofs over 6:12 pitch in areas like Monte Vista or King William require additional safety staging and slower installation.
Metal or tile roof replacement	$18,000 – $35,000+	Material cost drives this. CertainTeed metal and GAF systems fall in this range depending on profile and gauge.
Permits and inspections	$100 – $450	City of San Antonio permit fees vary by valuation.

A few things shape your final number beyond the list above. Roof pitch and accessibility matter more than most people expect. A steep roof in Monte Vista with no staging area on the side street costs more than a simple ranch roof with a wide driveway. Chimneys, skylights, plumbing stacks, and multiple valleys all add flashing work. Curbside material delivery distance from our staging area to the roof matters too, especially on zero-lot-line homes in newer subdivisions where the dump trailer sits on the street.

The biggest price lever is material choice. A CertainTeed Landmark shingle costs less than a GAF Timberline HDZ with the extended wind warranty, which costs less than a Boral concrete tile system. We’ll show you options with real numbers for each so you can decide based on your budget, not a sales pitch. Call (903) 354-7802 for a free estimate, and we’ll bring printed material samples and a written price to the table.

Why San Antonio Homeowners Call Birchbark

Roof replacement is disruptive by nature. Tear-off is loud, there’s debris, and the house feels exposed for a few days. We can’t make the noise disappear, but we can control everything else about how the work touches your home. The C.A.R.E. values are what we work by on every job in San Antonio:

• Clean up like it’s our own home. Drop cloths through the hallway, tarps over the landscaping, magnetic sweep for nails, and a clean-up photo before we leave. This isn’t a bonus; it’s the standard.
• Ask before we move or touch anything. If a planter is in the staging area or a bathroom window needs to be accessed, we ask first. We don’t assume.
• Respect the family’s time and quiet hours. We don’t start before 7:00 a.m. unless you ask, and we coordinate with you if a child naps or a dog needs access to the backyard at a certain time.
• Explain the price before the work. Written price before anything starts. If decking needs to be replaced, you see the photo and approve the number first. Always.

We’re part of the Cedarwell family of independently owned roofing businesses, which has been doing roofs since 2000. Birchbark Roofing San Antonio is led by Erik Lindgren and operated locally. That means you’re not dealing with a national call center; you’re dealing with a San Antonio roofing company that answers its own phone at (903) 354-7802.

The name Birchbark comes from one of the earliest roofing materials: birch bark was light, tough, and made to shed water. That’s the standard we hold to. A roof should shed water, protect the structure, and last. If ours doesn’t do that, the 365-Day Done Right Promise says we make it right.

Full Roof Replacement vs. Reroofing Over Existing Shingles

Some contractors in San Antonio will offer to install new shingles directly over the existing layer as a cheaper alternative. We don’t offer that service, and here’s why. Layering new shingles over old ones traps heat between the layers, which accelerates degradation in our summer climate. It also hides deck damage, adds weight your roof structure wasn’t designed for, and produces a lumpy, uneven finish that shortens the life of the new shingles.

Full tear-off is the only way we do it. Yes, it costs more upfront. But you’re getting a roof that breathes, that shows you what’s happening on the deck, and that carries the full manufacturer’s warranty because installation follows spec. You can see the difference in any San Antonio neighborhood where a layered roof gets replaced after 8 to 10 years while properly installed tear-offs last 15 to 20.

Local Considerations for San Antonio Roofs

San Antonio’s climate punishes roofs in specific ways. Our summers send attic temperatures past 140 degrees, which bakes asphalt shingles from both sides and accelerates granule loss. Our spring hailstorms, especially in the corridor from Schertz through Converse to Kirby, strike with enough force to bruise shingles even when there’s no visible damage from the ground. And our clay soil shifts with drought and rain cycles, which can cause subtle framing movement that stresses roof valleys and flashings over time.

We factor all of this into material recommendations. Homes in areas with heavy sun exposure like Cibolo and New Braunfels benefit from lighter shingle colors and ridge venting that moves hot air out of the attic. Homes in hail-prone areas benefit from impact-resistant shingles from Owens Corning or GAF that often qualify for insurance discounts. We’ll discuss what makes sense for your particular roof, not what’s easiest for us to install.

What to Expect During Your Full Roof Replacement

Here’s what a typical replacement looks like from your side, day by day:

Day one: The crew arrives between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m. We walk the property with you, confirm the door schedule if pets are inside, lay tarps and drop cloths, and begin tear-off. By end of day, the old roof is off and the deck is exposed.

Day two: Deck inspection happens first thing. If repairs are needed, you get photos and a written number before we touch it. Then underlayment goes down and shingle installation begins. By end of day, most of the roof is watertight.

Day three (if needed): Finishing work on the shingles, ridge caps, flashing, and roof-to-wall transitions. Final inspection by our lead installer and a second walkthrough with you if you want to join.

Clean-up: Magnetic sweep, driveway blow-down, interior drop cloth removal, and a photo of the finished clean-up delivered before the crew leaves. If you find a nail in the driveway after we’re gone, call us. We’ll come back.

Every replacement is different, and we’ll give you a specific day-by-day plan for your home before we start. If you’re home during the work, we’re happy to check in at the start and end of each day so you know exactly where things stand.

FAQs – Full Roof Replacement

How much does a full roof replacement cost in San Antonio?

A full roof replacement in San Antonio typically costs between $9,800 and $28,000, with most single-story homes falling between $11,500 and $16,500 for architectural asphalt shingles. Your exact price depends on square footage, pitch, material, and any deck repairs needed. Call (903) 354-7802 for a free written estimate with no obligation.

How long does a full roof replacement take?

Most full roof replacements in San Antonio take 2 to 5 days from tear-off to final clean-up, depending on roof size, pitch, and weather. We’ll give you a specific timeline for your home during the estimate. During the work, we coordinate with you on door schedules and quiet hours so family life keeps moving.

Do you tear off the old roof or install over it?

We always tear off the old roof down to the deck. Layering new shingles over old ones traps heat, hides deck damage, shortens the life of the new roof, and voids most manufacturer warranties. Full tear-off costs more upfront but gives you a proper installation that lasts.

Is it cheaper to repair or replace a roof in San Antonio?

Repair is cheaper in the short term, usually running $450 to $1,800 for typical issues, while full replacement runs $9,800 to $28,000. But if your roof is past 15 years old in our climate or has damage across multiple areas, repeated repairs cost more than replacement within a few years. We’ll tell you honestly which one is the right financial call, and you’ll see both options in writing before you choose.

Can you come out today for an estimate?

Yes. We schedule free estimates across San Antonio, including same-day or next-day slots in most areas like Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, Leon Valley, and Helotes. Call (903) 354-7802 and a live person will answer and get you on the schedule immediately.

Get Your Free Full Roof Replacement Estimate

If your roof is showing its age, leaking, or just failed an inspection, we’ll come out and look at it. You’ll get a straightforward assessment of what’s really happening up there, a written price for full replacement if that’s what you need, and time to think before you decide. No pressure, no countdown timers, no “sign today” discounts. Just a roofer telling you the truth and showing you the numbers.

Call (903) 354-7802 now. A live person answers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you’d rather start online, head back to the home page to see everything we do, or jump straight to the Roof Replacement & Installation in San Antonio page for the full picture.

Written by Erik Lindgren, Owner at Birchbark Roofing San Antonio, serving San Antonio.