A new roof, done right in one to two days

What does a roof replacement include?

A real replacement is more than new shingles thrown over the old ones. When Benchmark replaces your roof, we strip it down and rebuild it the right way so it lasts the full life of the material:

• Full tear-off down to the wood decking so we can see and fix what's underneath.
• Decking inspection and repair. We replace any rotten, soft, or storm-damaged plywood before it gets covered up.
• New underlayment, drip edge, and ice-and-water shield in the valleys and around penetrations where leaks start.
• New flashing at chimneys, walls, and pipe boots, the spots that fail long before the shingles do.
• New shingles or panels installed to manufacturer spec, plus proper ridge ventilation.
• A full cleanup and magnetic nail sweep of your yard and driveway when we're done.

Tear-off vs. overlay: why we don't just shingle over

An overlay (laying new shingles on top of the old layer) is cheaper, but it traps heat, hides rotten decking, voids most manufacturer warranties, and rarely lasts. We do a complete tear-off so you get the full lifespan you're paying for and nothing nasty is buried out of sight.

Which roofing material is right for your home?

We install the systems that hold up best to Texas hail and heat. The right choice comes down to your budget and how long you plan to stay:

• Architectural asphalt shingles. The most popular choice in DFW. Lasts 25 to 30 years and usually runs $10,000 to $14,000 installed. (3-tab shingles last 15 to 20 years and cost less, but most homeowners step up to architectural.)
• Standing-seam metal. Lasts 40 to 70 years, sheds hail and heat, and runs $18,000 to $30,000 or more. The long-term value if you're staying put.
• Class 4 impact-resistant shingles. Engineered to take a hail hit, and many Texas insurers knock 10 to 30% off your premium for installing them. They often pay for themselves over time.

Do you need a replacement, or just a repair?

Not every roof needs to be torn off. We'll tell you honestly. You're usually looking at a full replacement when you see:

If the damage is localized, say a few cracked shingles or one bad flashing, a roof repair is usually the smarter call, and we'll say so. If a storm did the damage, start with our storm damage and insurance page first.

How our replacement process works

1. Free inspection

Owner Neil Kreck or a Benchmark crew member climbs your roof, documents its real condition with photos, and tells you straight whether you need a replacement, a repair, or nothing yet. No pressure, no scare tactics.

2. Insurance & planning

If a storm caused the damage, we help you file the claim and meet your adjuster on the roof. We help you pick the right material, finalize the color, and lock in a start date that works for you.

3. Expert installation

Our crew tears off the old roof, repairs the decking, and installs your new system to manufacturer spec, usually in one to two days, then sweeps your property clean before we leave.

What does it cost?

Full roof replacements in our area run $8,000 to $18,000. Asphalt shingle roofs typically land around $10,000 to $14,000; standing-seam metal runs $18,000 to $30,000 or more. The exact number depends on your roof's size and pitch, the material you choose, and how many old layers we tear off. Your free inspection comes with a firm, written quote, so there are no surprises mid-job.

What warranty comes with a new roof?

Every Benchmark replacement is backed two ways: our own 5-year workmanship warranty on the labor, plus the manufacturer's material warranty from GAF, Owens Corning, or CertainTeed, which can run anywhere from 25 years to lifetime depending on the shingle line you choose. We're BBB A+ rated, RCAT licensed, an NRCA member, and TGCL $25,000 Workmanship Certified. That means an outside party stands behind the quality of our install, not just us.

We replace roofs across the whole metroplex. See every city we cover on our service areas page, and explore our other work on roof repair and storm damage claims.