Expert Roofers Columbus does new roof installation across Opelika and the rest of Lee County. Opelika is a Lee County city northeast of Columbus, next to Auburn. You get a free, photo-documented inspection, an honest repair-or-replace answer, and a crew that answers the phone after the job is done.
Roofing systems we install in Opelika
- Architectural asphalt shingles: the most popular choice, durable and affordable.
- Metal roofing: standing seam and panel systems that last for decades.
- Tile and specialty: for the look and longevity you want.
- Flat and low-slope: for porches, additions and modern homes.
Installed clean, on schedule
A new roof is only as good as the crew that installs it. We prep and protect your property, tear off and dispose of the old roof, repair any bad decking, and build the new system to manufacturer spec. You get a clear timeline up front and a clean site when we leave.
The parts of a roof system
- Decking: the plywood or OSB base everything else is fastened to.
- Underlayment: the water-resistant layer under the shingles, with ice-and-water shield in the high-risk spots.
- Drip edge and flashing at every edge, wall, valley and penetration.
- Starter strip, shingles and ridge cap, nailed to the manufacturer's pattern so the warranty holds.
- Ventilation at the ridge and soffits, sized for the attic.
New construction and additions in Opelika
For new homes, additions and garages we work from your plans and schedule around the other trades, so the roof is dried in as soon as the framing is ready. On an addition, tying the new roof into the existing one cleanly is where leaks usually start, so we spend extra time on that seam and the flashing around it.
Roofing in Opelika
Opelika is the Lee County seat, with 30,589 residents in 2020. Historic Downtown Opelika is on the National Register of Historic Places, and the current Lee County Courthouse dates to 1896. Opelika Municipal Park holds the rebuilt Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge. Census estimates put the median home at 1992, with about a quarter of homes built in 2010 or later.
Storms that have hit Opelika
On January 22, 2017 an EF1 tornado (about 95 mph) touched down near the Auburn-Opelika Airport and tracked toward Pepperell Parkway, snapping trees and damaging some homes. The day before, an EF0 caused shingle damage on the south side of Opelika near Ballard Avenue. On July 21, 2018 another EF0 touched down near South 3rd Street and Avenue D (NOAA).
Permits for roof work in Opelika
Inside city limits, the City of Opelika Building Inspection Division (710 Fox Trail, 334-705-5420) approves and inspects all construction, including repairs and maintenance to existing structures. The city's page does not list reroofing separately, so call before work starts to confirm the permit you need.
Why Opelika 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 Opelika and the Chattahoochee Valley
Along with Opelika, we roof homes and businesses in Phenix City, Smiths Station, Salem, Fort Mitchell, Columbus, Fortson, 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 Opelika.
Common questions
How long does a new roof installation take?
Most homes are done in one to two days once materials are delivered, longer for steep or complex roofs, metal, or bad weather.
Does a new roof in Opelika need a permit?
It depends on the work and the address. The office that issues permits for Opelika is listed in the permits section above, and it is worth confirming with them before work starts.
What warranty comes with a new roof?
You get the shingle manufacturer's warranty on the material plus our workmanship coverage on the installation. We explain exactly what each covers before you sign.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Opelika?
The City of Opelika Building Inspection Division approves and inspects construction in the city, including repairs to existing homes. Call them at 334-705-5420 to confirm the permit for your reroof.
Do tornadoes hit Opelika itself?
They have. NOAA records weak tornadoes inside Opelika on January 21, 2017 and July 21, 2018, and an EF1 on January 22, 2017 that damaged homes near Pepperell Parkway.