Lakeway
Resealed a failed pipe-jack sealant causing an active attic leak, plus added missing turnback flashing.
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Roofing Company in Lakeway, TX (78734)
Roof repair and roof replacement for Lakeway homes and businesses. We find the true problem, tell you honestly whether it is a repair or a full replacement, and back the work for 25 years.
- Licensed & Insured
- GAF Certified
- Free Inspections
- 25-Year Workmanship
Get a Free Lakeway Roof Inspection
A leak, a lifting shingle, an aging tile or metal roof? We will inspect it in Lakeway, find the real problem, and give you an honest, no-pressure recommendation and price.
Our Experience in Lakeway
Over the last 20 years, our team has completed 536 roofing replacement and repair projects in the Lakeway area.
Why Austin Homeowners Choose Driftwood Builders Roofing
We’re not a franchise. Not a storm chaser. We’re a family-built roofing company that has called Central Texas home for over 20 years — and we’re still here because we do the job right.
- Only Pay Upon Completion your satisfaction is our invoice trigger
- Transparent Pricing no bait-and-switch, no hidden line items
- 97 Combined Years of Experience — across every roof type Austin throws at us
- Insurance Claim Experts we work with your insurer, not against you
- Licensed & Insured full GL and workers' comp on every job
Driftwood Builders Roofing Stands Out from the Crowd
As the most trusted roofing company in Austin, we always strive to maintain the highest ethical standards and a culture that values honesty, integrity, and pride in all that we do. Our roofers are dedicated to their families, colleagues, customers, and the community.
Quality You Can Rely On
We deliver high-quality roofing services featuring exceptional customer care.
Only Pay Upon Completion
You can trust us and we trust you.
We Will Be Here
We have been in Austin for the last 20 years and we will be here for the next 20.
Recent Projects Near Lakeway
Roof Repair and Roof Replacement in Lakeway
Nestled on the south shore of Lake Travis approximately 25 miles northwest of Austin, Lakeway has established itself as one of the Texas Hill Countryʼs most desirable communities. Once known primarily as a quiet retirement destination, Lakeway is now vibrant and a place where active families, young professionals, and weekend lake enthusiasts unite. The rolling hills, pristine lake views, Hill Country Galleria shopping and dining, and world-class golf courses like Flintrock Falls create an eclectic mix of outdoor recreation, upscale amenities, and tight-knit
neighborhoods
- Local crews serving Lakeway, not storm chasers
- Honest repair-or-replace advice
- We handle your insurance claim
- No deposit, you pay on completion
Recent Roofing Projects in Lakeway, TX
Lakeway homeowners along Lake Travis, Rough Hollow, and Flintrock Falls trust us for quality roof repairs and replacements. Our crews know the area’s HOA requirements, coastal-adjacent weather patterns, and the specific roofing challenges that come with lakeside living. Whether it’s a full replacement or a targeted repair, we give every Lakeway homeowner the same honest, no-pressure inspection before recommending next steps. It’s part of why we’ve completed hundreds of projects in this community over the past 20 years.
Watch: Your Roof Repair and Replacement Questions, Answered
Straight answers from our roofers on the roofing questions we hear most.
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Roof Repair in Lakeway, Done Right the First Time
Most Lakeway roofing calls start with a leak, and about a third of the roofs we inspect need a repair, not a replacement. We get on the roof, find the true source of the water rather than just the ceiling stain, and show you photos before any work begins.
On older homes, most leaks trace back to a chimney flashing, a plumbing vent boot, a tired valley, or a section of failed sealant, not the whole roof. We fix the real problem with materials matched to your specific roof, whether it is asphalt shingle, tile, standing seam metal, or flat and low-slope TPO.
If a repair is only a short-term patch, we tell you honestly and put the replacement number beside it so you can decide with real figures in front of you. When a storm is behind the damage, we document it with photos and help with your insurance claim.
What we repair
Roof leak detection and repair, traced to the true source
Chimney flashing, pipe boots, valleys, and failed sealant
Shingle, tile, standing seam metal, and flat roof repair
Emergency repair and tarping to stop active leaks fast
Free inspection with a full photo report
Recent Roofing Projects Near Lakeway
A look at roof work we’ve completed for Lakeway, TX homeowners.
Metal Roof Leak Repair
Diagnosed and resealed a standing-seam metal roof’s failed pipe-jack sealant causing an active attic leak, plus added missing turnback flashing and gutter cleaning.
How We Handle a Roof Repair in Lakeway
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Free Inspection
We get on the roof and find the true source of the leak, not just the ceiling stain.
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Photo Documentation
We photograph the damage and show you exactly what is wrong before any work starts.
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Honest Recommendation
We tell you whether a targeted repair will solve it or whether replacement is the smarter call.
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Targeted Repair
We fix the real problem, flashing, pipe boots, valleys, or shingles, with materials matched to your roof.
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Watertight Seal
We seal every repair with high-performance materials rated for Texas sun and storms.
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Final Check & Cleanup
We verify the repair is watertight, clean the site, and leave your property spotless.
What's included
Full tear-off, decking repair, new underlayment and flashing
Architectural, Class 4 impact-resistant, metal, and tile options
Balanced attic ventilation and a spotless magnetic nail sweep
Financing available, and no deposit to schedule
Exact price after a free on-site inspection
Roof Replacement in Lakeway, No Runaround
When a Lakeway roof has genuinely reached the end of its life, a full replacement is better long-term value than paying for repeated repairs. Most homes are a one to three day job, and many single-story roofs are finished in a single day. We never leave a roof open overnight.
Every replacement includes a full tear-off to the deck, a decking inspection with any rotted sheets replaced at a stated per-sheet rate agreed up front, new leak barrier and underlayment, new flashing, drip edge and valleys, balanced attic ventilation, and a thorough magnetic nail sweep and cleanup.
For most homes, architectural asphalt shingles such as GAF Timberline HDZ give the best balance of value and hail resistance, and impact-resistant Class 4 shingles often earn an insurance discount. Standing seam metal reflects more heat and lasts 40 to 70 years. There is no deposit; you pay once the finished roof passes inspection.
What Is Included in a Lakeway Roof Replacement
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Full Tear-Off
We remove the old roof down to the deck so we can inspect and rebuild the system correctly.
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Decking Inspection
We check the decking and replace any rotted sheets at a stated per-sheet rate agreed up front.
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Leak Barrier & Underlayment
We install premium leak barrier and underlayment for a watertight foundation.
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New Flashing & Ventilation
We install new flashing, drip edge, and valleys, and balance the attic ventilation.
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Shingle or Metal Install
We install your chosen system to spec, six nails per shingle, every course.
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Ridge Cap & Cleanup
We finish the ridge, run a magnetic nail sweep, and haul away every scrap.
How to Decide Between a Roof Repair and a Roof Replacement
Repair when the damage is isolated, one leak, one flashing, a handful of shingles, and the surrounding roof still has life. Replace when shingles are brittle across whole slopes, when a tile or metal system has failed, or when hail hit more than one elevation. A repair is almost always cheaper up front, but if the roof is near the end of its life, replacing once beats paying for repeated repairs.
- Repair when panels are sound and issues are isolated
- Replace when panels are widely corroded or failing
- A thorough inspection determines the best option
- Repairs cost far less than a full replacement
- Honest recommendations based on your roof
Customer Helped
3559
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Years of Experience
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Full Roof Replacements
3700
Roof Repairs
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Other Roofing and Exterior Services in Lakeway
Driftwood Builders Roofing is a full-service roofing and exterior contractor in Lakeway. Alongside roof repair and roof replacement, we handle the work most roofers send elsewhere.
Siding Installation & Repair
James Hardie fiber cement and vinyl siding, installed and repaired. Storm damage usually hits the roof and siding together, so we assess both in one visit.
Gutter Installation
Seamless gutters and gutter guards that protect Lakeway’s older homes and mature-tree lots from water damage. Ask about adding gutters when we quote your roof.
Skylight Installation & Repair
New skylights installed and leaking ones repaired. The best time to add one is during a roof replacement, while the deck is open, so it is flashed properly.
Metal Roofing
Standing seam metal, the most popular upgrade from tile on older homes. Lighter on an old deck, lasts 40 to 70 years, and reflects Austin heat.
Tile Roof Repair
Cracked and slipped clay and concrete tile repaired, along with the underlayment beneath it, which is where most tile roofs actually leak.
Commercial & Flat Roofing
TPO and other flat and low-slope systems installed and repaired for commercial buildings and modern flat-roof homes around central Austin.
Free Roof Inspections
Every inspection is free, including a full photo report and the remaining roof life in writing. We get on the roof, not just look from the driveway.
Storm & Insurance Claims
We document storm damage, meet your adjuster on the roof, and make sure the claim reflects the real damage. You file as the policyholder, we handle the roof side.
Meet Your Lakeway Roofing Expert
Chris Smith
Sr. Sales Consultant
Chris has been a part of the Driftwood team for over 15 years, bringing a wealth of hands-on experience and dedication to every project. Over the course of his career, he’s successfully completed over 850 roof replacements and handled more than 300 roof repairs, earning a reputation for precision, reliability, and customer care. His deep knowledge of materials and commitment to quality make him one of Driftwood’s most trusted roofing experts.
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Lakeway Roofing Questions, Answered
What are the best roofing shingles for a Lakeway home?
For most Lakeway homes the answer is an architectural asphalt shingle such as GAF Timberline HDZ, which balances durability, value and hail resistance far better than a basic three-tab. If you want more protection than that, a Class 4 impact-resistant shingle is the upgrade worth pricing. Standing seam metal is the long-life option and reflects heat rather than absorbing it. Driftwood Builders Roofing is a GAF Master Elite contractor and will price the options side by side in one free written estimate.
Are hail resistant shingles worth it in Lakeway?
For a lot of Lakeway homeowners, yes. Class 4 impact- resistant shingles are built to take a hailstone without fracturing, which generally means fewer claims and a roof that keeps its warranty after a storm instead of needing a full replacement. Many insurers also offer a premium discount for a Class 4 roof . Driftwood Builders Roofing quotes Class 4 alongside standard architectural shingles so you can see exactly what the upgrade costs.
Will my Lakeway HOA approve the roof I want?
Usually, but it depends on your specific community, and Lakeway has a lot of them. Neighborhoods around Lake Travis, Rough Hollow and Flintrock Falls commonly set rules on roof color, profile and sometimes material, which is why a metal upgrade needs checking before anything is ordered. Driftwood Builders Roofing supplies the product data sheets and color samples your architectural committee will ask for as part of the estimate.
Why is my metal roof leaking near Lake Travis?
Almost always the penetration, not the panels. On a recent Lakeway job Driftwood Builders Roofing traced an active attic leak on a standing seam roof to failed pipe-jack sealant and a missing turnback flashing, resealed the boot, added the flashing and cleared the gutters, leaving the panels untouched. That is the usual pattern on metal: sun destroys sealant at boots and transitions years before the metal itself gives up. We find the entry point first and price only what actually failed.
What does a roof replacement cost in Lakeway?
Lakeway replacement pricing turns on roof size and pitch, the material you choose, the number of valleys, dormers and penetrations, and how much decking has to be replaced once the old roof is off. Larger multi-slope Hill Country homes take longer and cost more than a simple gable, and steep pitch adds labor. Driftwood Builders Roofing replaces rotted decking at a per-sheet rate agreed before work starts, takes no deposit, and gives you an exact free written estimate after inspecting the roof.
Does a steep or complex Hill Country roof cost more to replace?
Yes, and roof complexity matters more in Lakeway than roof size alone. Steep pitch, multiple slopes, dormers, tall elevations and roofs that wrap around courtyards all add staging, safety setup and flashing detail work, which stretches both the schedule and the price. Driftwood Builders Roofing walks every slope during the free inspection and photographs the flashing and valley details, so the written estimate reflects the roof you actually have rather than a square-footage average pulled off a satellite image.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Lakeway?
Roof permitting for a Lakeway address is handled by the local authority for your property, not by the City of Austin, even though Lakeway sits inside the Austin metro. Driftwood Builders Roofing pulls the permit your address actually requires as part of the job, so you never file anything yourself.
How do you protect a pool, deck and landscaping during a roof replacement?
Every Lakeway job ends with a magnetic nail sweep and a full cleanup, and Driftwood Builders Roofing never leaves a roof open overnight, so there is no tarped roof sitting over your house through a storm. On properties with pools, decks and mature landscaping the crew sets up to protect them before tear-off begins. We walk the property with you at the end, so anything missed gets handled while the crew is still on site.
Need a Roofer in Lakeway?
A leak, an aging tile or metal roof, or storm damage? Get the same honest advice, clean workmanship, and 25-year backing our Lakeway neighbors trust.
- Free inspection
- No deposit
- 97+ Years of Combined Experience