If you live in Ellerslie (Harris County), Expert Roofers Columbus handles full roof replacements from our Columbus office. Ellerslie is a quiet Harris County community north 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 Ellerslie
- 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 Ellerslie
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 Ellerslie home
Most homes in Ellerslie 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 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
How do I know if my Ellerslie 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 Ellerslie 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.
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.