Homeowners in Ellerslie, Georgia call Expert Roofers Columbus for metal roof installation and repair. Ellerslie is a quiet Harris County community north of Columbus, close enough to our Columbus base that we are not a once-a-season crew passing through. Free inspections, written estimates, and real help with storm and insurance claims.
Why homeowners in Ellerslie choose metal
- Longevity: a quality metal roof can last 40 to 70 years.
- Storm resilience: stands up to high winds and sheds debris.
- Energy efficiency: reflects heat and can lower cooling costs.
- Low maintenance: no granule loss like asphalt shingles.
Standing seam and metal options
We install standing seam and other metal systems suited to your home's look and budget, and we can compare them side by side with an asphalt shingle replacement so you can decide with real numbers.
Standing seam versus exposed-fastener panels
Standing seam hides its fasteners under raised seams, so there are no screw holes exposed to the weather. It costs more and is the long-life option for homes. Exposed-fastener panels (often called R-panel or 5V) are screwed through the face of the panel. They cost less and suit barns, shops and some homes, but the screw washers need checking and eventually replacing.
Is metal right for your Ellerslie home?
- Good fit if you plan to stay a long time, want lower long-term maintenance, or have a simple roof shape.
- Think twice if you may sell soon and need the lowest upfront price, or the roof has lots of valleys and dormers.
- Noise is rarely a problem over solid decking and underlayment, which is how we install it.
Roofing in Ellerslie
Ellerslie is a rural census-designated place in Harris County with 1,053 residents in 2020. It sits on U.S. 27 Alternate and Georgia 85, about 18 miles northeast of Columbus and 5 miles from Waverly Hall, and Georgia 315 shares the highway for half a mile through the community. Subdivisions named in weather reports include Deer Run and Ellerslie Place, and Pine Ridge Elementary School serves the area.
Storms that have hit Ellerslie
On March 3, 2019, the long-track tornado from Alabama entered Ellerslie as an EF2 along Highway 315, downing hundreds of trees. Several homes lost shingles, and one had part of its attic and top floor removed. Quarter size hail fell in the Deer Run subdivision on Dec. 30, 2021, and three quarter inch hail fell in Ellerslie Place on April 8, 2020.
Permits for roof work in Ellerslie
Ellerslie is unincorporated Harris County, so building permits come from the Harris County Community Development Department, 125 Barnes Mill Road, Hamilton, (706) 628-4700. The department enforces state building codes and issues building permits. Its posted permit requirements do not list a separate re-roof rule, so confirm with the department before work starts.
Why Ellerslie homeowners choose us
- Rated 4.7 stars across 77 Google reviews from local homeowners.
- Storm and insurance-claim specialists. We document damage the way adjusters need it.
- Free, no-pressure roof inspections. If you do not need the work, we will tell you.
- Licensed and insured roofing crews serving Georgia and Alabama.
- Local and responsive. We answer the phone and show up when we say we will.
Serving Ellerslie and the Chattahoochee Valley
Along with Ellerslie, we roof homes and businesses in Columbus, Fortson, Midland, Upatoi, Phenix City, Smiths Station, and the rest of the Valley on both sides of the river. Wherever you are within about 30 miles of Columbus, the standard is the same: done right, the first time.
Ready when you are. Call (706) 917-2768 or book a free inspection in Ellerslie.
Common questions
Does a metal roof attract lightning?
No. Metal does not make a strike more likely, and if lightning does hit, metal is not combustible.
Can metal go over my existing shingles?
Sometimes, depending on local code and the condition of the roof underneath. We usually recommend tearing off so the decking can be checked.
Will hail dent a metal roof in Ellerslie?
Large hail can dent metal, though it usually does not cause leaks the way it can with shingles. Thicker panels and textured finishes hide dents better, and we can walk you through the options.
Did the 2019 tornado damage roofs in Ellerslie?
Yes. The National Weather Service found that the March 3, 2019 tornado pulled shingles off several homes as it entered Ellerslie along Highway 315, and one home lost part of its attic and top floor. If your roof was patched after that storm, it is worth having it checked.
Who handles roofing permits in Ellerslie?
Ellerslie is in unincorporated Harris County, so permits go through Harris County Community Development, 125 Barnes Mill Road in Hamilton, (706) 628-4700. Confirm the requirement for your address with that office before work starts.