Shingle Roofing in Fairview, Round Rock, TX

Why did this Round Rock home need a new roof?

This was an insurance claim after storm damage, which is common across Round Rock. The old comp shingles could no longer be trusted to keep water out.

Round Rock roofs take a beating. Between 100-degree summers, spring hail, and fast-moving storms, an aging shingle roof loses granules and grip over time.

• Existing shingles were removed and hauled off for disposal
• Damage tied to a documented insurance claim
• Home carried a steep 8/12 pitch that added complexity
• Solar panels were already mounted and had to be worked around

What did the crew find during tear-off?

Once we pulled the old shingles, we made the call to remove the felt all the way down to the bare decking. That is not always the default, and some crews will shingle over old felt to save time. We do not, because Central Texas heat bakes old felt brittle, and any hidden soft spots or gaps in the deck stay buried where they cause leaks later. Going to bare wood let us inspect the decking, seal it properly, and start the new system clean. It costs a bit more up front, but it is the difference between a roof that lasts and one that surprises you in a few years.

• Felt stripped to decking as an added scope item
• Deck inspected before any new material went down
• Steep-pitch fee applied for safe work on the 8/12 slope

What materials went into the new roof?

We built the roof around the GAF Timberline HDZ SG shingle, backed by a full GAF component system. The HDZ line is a strong pick for our region because of its wind rating and its LayerLock design, which speeds up nailing without sacrificing hold. That matters when Round Rock storms roll through and gusts test every seam.

Underneath and around the edges, we used a matched set of GAF and metal components so nothing was left as a weak link:

• GAF FeltBuster synthetic underlayment across the field (10 sq)
• GAF ProStart starter strip along the eaves (120')
• GAF Z-Ridge cap shingles at the ridges (33')
• GAF Cobra Rigid Vent 3 ridge exhaust venting (4')
• ACM galvanized steel drip edge (2"x2") and prebent step flashing
• Lead pipe flashing in both 1 1/2" and 2" sizes for plumbing penetrations
• Geocel 2300 tripolymer sealant and Rustoleum enamel for finish work
• ABC coil nails (1 1/4") and plastic cap nails for fastening

How did we handle the solar panels?

The home had a REC Alpha Pure Black solar array mounted on the roof, so we planned the job around it from the start. Reroofing under existing panels is where a lot of homeowners get burned, because a roofer who is not careful can crack cells or leave mounting points leaking. We coordinated a full remove-and-reattach so the shingles went down clean underneath, then reset the panels on solid footing. Handled right, the panels come back exactly where they belong, sealed and secure.

• REC Alpha Pure Black panels detached before tear-off
• New roof installed across the full deck, no gaps under mounts
• Panels reattached and sealed once shingles were down

What was the final result?

The homeowner got a complete roof system finished in one day, protected by the GAF Golden Pledge Warranty — GAF's top coverage tier. New ridge venting also improves attic airflow, which helps cut heat buildup during those long Central Texas summers.

• Full tear-off and replacement completed June 18, 2025
• Ridge venting upgraded for better attic exhaust
• Steep-slope work completed safely with proper flashing throughout

If your roof is showing hail bruising or lost granules, our roofing team can walk it with you and show you what damage we find, so you can decide whether to file a claim.