If your Owasso home is due for a new roof, knowing what happens before, during and after installation makes the whole project easier. Here is how a roof replacement works with Family Tree Roofing, and what to think about when you choose shingles.
Roofing in Owasso: what’s different
Owasso (38,240 residents in 2020, spanning Tulsa and Rogers counties) is one of the few metro cities that spells out its re-roof rules: the City of Owasso requires a permit for re-roofs, asks for a copy of the contractor’s state roofing registration card with the request, and specifies drip edge at eaves and rakes, fastened at least every 12 inches, with underlayment and valley linings installed to the manufacturer’s instructions. Owasso also builds to the 2024 International Residential Code. We pull the permit and build to those details on every Owasso replacement — it is part of the step-by-step process this page describes. Weather context: 86-mph thunderstorm winds were measured northeast of Owasso on June 17, 2023, and the May 25, 2024 tornado that struck Claremore formed just northeast of the city.
How a roof replacement works
- Free inspection and clear options. We inspect the roof, show you photos, and explain what needs to be replaced and why. Pricing is explained clearly before work begins.
- Choose your shingles and color. We walk you through the options and any homeowners association rules that apply.
- Get ready for install day. Move vehicles out of the driveway, take fragile items off walls on the top floor, and keep children and pets clear of the work area.
- Tear-off and deck check. The old shingles come off down to the roof deck. Damaged decking is replaced so the new roof starts on a solid base, and we explain what we found.
- The new roof system. Underlayment, drip edge at the eaves and rakes as Owasso requires, ice-and-water shield in the valleys, new step flashing where the roof meets a wall, the ventilation we calculated for your attic, and then the shingles, all to the manufacturer’s specifications.
- Cleanup and final review. Debris is cleaned up and the finished roof is reviewed before we call the job done.
Who is watching the work
Kevin, our project manager and Brandon’s father, manages our installations in person. He is on site running the crew, checking the work against our standards and photographing each stage, and when two jobs overlap he coordinates with our project consultants so both are supervised. A typical replacement ends up with roughly 50 to 200 photos, which lets you see the bare decking, the valleys and the flashing after they are covered by shingles.
Before the first shingle comes off, the crew sets up our Catch-All system to protect the landscaping and other vulnerable areas around your house from tear-off debris.
Choosing your shingles
01
Architectural shingles
The most common choice for replacements, with a dimensional look and a wide range of colors.
02
Impact-resistant shingles
Designed to better withstand hail. Some insurers offer a discount for them, so ask your agent.
03
Color and HOA rules
Pick a color that works with your siding and trim, and check any HOA requirements before you decide.
04
Manufacturer-recognized installer
We are a Malarkey Emerald Pro Contractor and an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, and install to each manufacturer’s specifications.
05
Ventilation
A replacement is the easiest time to correct attic ventilation that is shortening your roof’s life.
06
FORTIFIED option
Want more storm resistance? Ask about building your new roof to the FORTIFIED Roof standard.
Planning a new roof in Owasso?
Start with a free inspection. You will know exactly what your roof needs before you decide anything.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does a roof replacement take?
It depends on the size and pitch of the roof, the weather and how much decking needs replacing. We give you an expected schedule before work begins.
What happens if the decking is damaged?
Damaged decking should be replaced before the new roof goes on. We show you what we find once the old shingles are off.
Which shingle brands do you install?
We are a Malarkey Emerald Pro Contractor and an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, and we will walk you through options from those manufacturers. Which line we suggest can depend on the time of year your roof goes on, since some shingles handle better in the cold and others in the heat.
Is the inspection free?
Yes, with no obligation. It is the first step of the replacement process above: we measure and photograph the roof and explain what it needs before any estimate is written.