If you live in Auburn (Lee County), Expert Roofers Columbus handles full roof replacements from our Columbus office. Auburn is the Lee County home of Auburn University, northeast of Columbus. We start with a free inspection, show you photos of what we find, and give you a straight answer on what the roof actually needs.
When it is time to replace your roof in Auburn
- Your roof is 20+ years old or near the end of its shingle life.
- Widespread curling, cracking or missing shingles, not just one spot.
- Repeated leaks, or daylight and soft spots in the decking.
- Major storm or hail damage, often covered by insurance.
Quality shingles and strong warranties
We install architectural asphalt shingles as well as metal systems, with manufacturer-backed warranties and workmanship you can count on. Our crews show up on time, work clean, and protect your property from start to finish.
Roof replacement cost in Auburn
Cost depends on the size and pitch of your roof, the material you choose, and any decking repairs. We give you a clear, itemized estimate, free, so there are no surprises. If your roof was hit by a storm, the replacement may be covered by your homeowner's policy, and we help you through the claim.
What a full replacement includes
- Tear-off of the old shingles and underlayment down to the decking, with the debris hauled away.
- Decking check: soft, rotted or delaminated boards are replaced before anything new goes on.
- Underlayment and ice-and-water shield in valleys, around chimneys and at other spots where water collects.
- New flashing, drip edge and pipe boots, because reusing tired flashing is where new roofs start leaking.
- Ventilation balanced at the ridge and soffits so the attic does not bake the new shingles from below.
- Cleanup with a magnetic sweep of the yard and driveway for nails.
Choosing a shingle for a Auburn home
Most homes in Auburn get architectural (dimensional) asphalt shingles: they cost a little more than three-tab, look better, and carry longer manufacturer warranties. If hail is a recurring concern, impact-resistant shingles are worth pricing, and some insurers offer a discount for them. If you plan to stay for decades, compare metal side by side. We bring samples to the inspection so you can see colors on your own house.
Roofing in Auburn
Auburn is home to Auburn University, the city's largest employer, and grew from fewer than 5,000 residents in 1940 to 65,508 in 2020. That growth shows in the housing: Census estimates put the median home at 2001, with about half of homes built since 2000. Landmarks include Toomer's Corner downtown and Chewacla State Park.
Storms that have hit Auburn
On January 22, 2017 an EF0 tornado crossed I-85 near Beehive Road, peeled back half the roof of a mobile home and caused shingle damage to apartment buildings near Longleaf Drive before dissipating near the southwest edge of the Auburn University campus (NOAA). During Tropical Storm Zeta on October 29, 2020 the Auburn airport weather station (KAUO) recorded a 55 mph gust, with trees and power lines down across Lee County.
Permits for roof work in Auburn
The City of Auburn Inspection Services Department (171 N. Ross St., 334-501-3170) issues permits inside city limits. Roofing is one of the trades covered by the city's combined Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing/Gas and Roofing permit application, which can be filed through the Auburn permit portal.
Why Auburn 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 Auburn and the Chattahoochee Valley
Along with Auburn, 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 Auburn.
Common questions
How do I know if my Auburn roof needs replacing or just repairing?
Age and spread are the two big clues. A roof past about 20 years with worn, curling or missing shingles across several slopes is usually due for replacement. Damage in one area on a younger roof is usually a repair. A free inspection with photos settles it.
Will a new roof be noisy or messy?
Tear-off day is loud, and there will be crew and a dumpster or trailer on site. We protect landscaping, keep the driveway clear when we can, and sweep for nails before we leave.
Can you replace a roof in Auburn if it is raining?
We schedule around the forecast and only open as much roof as we can dry in the same day. If weather moves in, the exposed area gets underlayment and is tarped until we finish.
Do I need a roofing permit in Auburn?
Auburn's Inspection Services Department lists roofing on its combined Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing/Gas and Roofing permit application, and you can reach the department at 334-501-3170.
Has Auburn had storm damage to roofs?
Yes. NOAA records an EF0 tornado on January 22, 2017 that damaged a mobile home roof and shingles on apartment buildings near Longleaf Drive, and Tropical Storm Zeta brought a 55 mph gust at the Auburn airport on October 29, 2020.