Shingle Roofing & Gutters in Round Rock, TX

Why did this Round Rock home need a new roof?

The existing comp shingles had reached the end of their service life. Years of hail, hard sun, and wind had worn the shingle mat thin. This was insurance work, so getting the full system right mattered for long-term coverage.

• Full tear-off of old comp shingles with haul off and disposal
• Steep-pitch sections at 8/12 on the roof and 10/12 on the gutter runs
• Lead came in October 4, 2023 through a family referral to our office staff
• Approved fast, just one day after the prospect stage

What did the crew find during the roof work?

Steep pitch was the story on this house. We logged a steep fee for the 8/12 roof and a separate charge for a 10/12 section, which changes how a crew moves and how long each square takes. Steep roofs slow everyone down for safety, so we planned this one over multiple days instead of rushing it. The pitch also means water sheds fast, which makes the underlayment and flashing details even more important. Skip those, and steep roofs leak at every penetration. We took the time to get the pipe flashing and ridge caps sealed right.

• GAF ProStart starter strip run along the eaves (120 feet)
• GAF Z-Ridge hip and ridge caps (33 feet)
• Galvanized steel base pipe flashing sized 1 1/2 to 3 inches
• Geocel 2300 tri-polymer sealant at penetrations

What materials went into the roof, and why?

We built the roof as a full GAF system, not just shingles on felt. Timberline HDZ SG shingles sit on Tiger Paw synthetic underlayment, with StormGuard ice and water shield at the vulnerable spots. The synthetic underlayment holds up to Central Texas heat far better than old-style felt, which can dry out and crack when attic temps climb past 100 degrees. We also added a mix of Cobra ridge venting and a slant-back box vent to move hot air out of the attic. Balanced airflow keeps the shingles cooler from below and helps them last their full life.

• GAF Tiger Paw underlayment (10 squares)
• GAF StormGuard ice and water shield (2 squares)
• GAF Cobra Rigid Vent 3 ridge exhaust (4 feet, 9-inch)
• Air Vent RVG-55 galvanized slant-back box vent
• ACM galvanized drip edge, 2x2 profile
• 1 1/4-inch coil nails and 1-inch plastic cap nails for underlayment

How did the gutter install go?

The gutters went in as a clean one-day job after the roof was finished. We ran 5-inch gutters with 3x4 downspouts, sized to handle the heavy, fast rain that hits Round Rock in storm season. Oversized downspouts also clog less when cedar pollen and leaf grit wash off the roof.

• New 5-inch gutters with 3x4 downspouts
• Installed as a single-day phase after roof completion
• Downspouts route water away from limestone-heavy soil near the foundation
• Aluminum Versa Cap #3050 flashing detail tied into the roof edge

What were the results?

The home now has a complete, sealed roof-and-gutter system ready for the next hail season. The GAF setup carries strong manufacturer coverage, and the gutters protect the fascia and foundation from runoff. Everything closed out cleanly in early 2024.

• Roof and gutters both completed October 30, 2023
• Invoiced December 14, 2023; file closed February 22, 2024
• Project value landed in the $15k–$20k range
• Rust-Oleum protective enamel used to touch up exposed metal