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Roof Replacement Baton Rouge LA Built for Gulf Storms
When your roof has taken one too many beatings from hail, wind, and sun, roof replacement Baton Rouge LA homeowners trust means tearing off the old layers and rebuilding the whole system. We handle full roof replacement Baton Rouge for homes in Downtown, Mid City, and across East Baton Rouge County. You get new underlayment, new flashing, and shingles rated for the heat and storms we get here.
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What is included
What Is Included in a Full Roof Replacement
Every replacement we do is a complete system, not just shingles. Here is what comes standard on a Red Stick Roof Repair tear off and replace job in Baton Rouge. We put it all in writing before we start so there are no surprises when the dumpster shows up.
Complete Tear Off
We remove every layer of old shingles, felt, and flashing down to the deck. Multiple layers mean more dumpster weight and more labor, but it is the only way to inspect the deck and install a flat, properly nailed new roof.
Decking Inspection and Repair
We walk the deck after tear off and replace any rotten, delaminated, or soft boards. Rotten decking is where leaks start and where nails will not hold. We replace it with new OSB or plywood matched to the existing thickness.
Underlayment and Ice Shield
Synthetic roof underlayment goes over the whole deck, with ice and water shield in valleys and along eaves. This is your second line of defense when wind drives rain under a shingle edge during a Baton Rouge thunderstorm.
New Flashing and Ventilation
New drip edge, valley metal, pipe boots, and step flashing go on with the shingles. We cut and install ridge vents sized to your attic so heat and moisture escape instead of cooking your shingles from below.
Cleanup and Haul-Off
We load all debris into dumpsters and haul it away. The crew magnet-sweeps the lawn, driveway, and flower beds for nails at least twice. You should not find roofing debris after we leave.
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Service overview
What Roof Replacement Baton Rouge LA Actually Involves
Roof replacement Baton Rouge LA is a full tear off and rebuild of your roof system that removes every worn layer down to the deck and installs new underlayment, flashing, and shingles. We do not shingle over old material. We strip it, inspect the decking, replace any rotten boards, and build it back with architectural shingles or metal roofing panels rated for our climate. That is what a real roof tear off and replace Baton Rouge job looks like.
Baton Rouge roofs take a specific kind of abuse. Summer attic temperatures push past 140 degrees, afternoon thunderstorms drive rain sideways, and algae growth streaks north-facing slopes within a few seasons. Once you are seeing missing shingles, hail damage, or flashing failure, patching rarely buys more than a year. If you need to replace old roof Baton Rouge LA, doing it before the next storm season saves you from water damage inside the house.
- Stop Chasing Leaks — Roof leaks rarely come from one spot. They start at flashing failure, nail pops, or cracked pipe boots and travel. A full replacement removes every failure point at once. You stop patching and stop watching the ceiling every time it rains.
- Cut Summer Cooling Bills — A properly ventilated roof with ridge vents and new underlayment drops attic temps by 20 to 30 degrees. That means your AC runs less from June through September. Most homeowners notice the difference on the first full bill after replacement.
- Pass Inspection and Insurance — Insurance carriers in Louisiana increasingly require a roof under 15 years old or they will not renew. A documented full roof replacement Baton Rouge gives you the paperwork to keep coverage and can lower your premium. We provide photos and material specs for your file.
- Add Real Resale Value — A new roof is one of the few home improvements that returns most of its cost at sale. Buyers in East Baton Rouge County ask for roof age first. A 2026 replacement with a transferable manufacturer warranty removes the biggest objection before it comes up.
- Same-Day Dry-In Promise — We tear off and dry in most homes the same day. Your roof is never left open overnight. If weather turns, we tarp and return first thing. That matters in a city where afternoon storms roll in fast.
- Manufacturer-Backed Warranties — As a GAF Master Elite contractor, we offer the Golden Pledge warranty with up to 25 years of coverage. Owens Corning Preferred status gives you their Platinum Protection option. Both are transferable if you sell the house.
- Insurance Claim Help — If your roof has hail damage or wind uplift, we document everything with photos and measurements for your adjuster. We have worked roof replacement with insurance claim Baton Rouge jobs many times and know what carriers need to see.
- Emergency Roof Replacement Baton Rouge 24/7 — Storm tore your roof open at 2 a.m.? We answer. We tarp first to stop water intrusion, then schedule the full replacement. You are not waiting days for a callback while your ceiling stains spread.
The service timeline
How Our Roof Replacement Process Works
Free Inspection
We walk the roof, check the attic, and use a moisture meter and infrared camera to find hidden leaks. You get photos of every problem area and a written scope. No charge, no pressure. If a repair makes more sense than replacement, we tell you.
Material Selection
We bring samples of GAF, Owens Corning Duration, and CertainTeed architectural shingles plus metal roofing panels. You pick the color and grade. We explain the warranty differences in plain terms so you know exactly what you are buying before you sign anything.
Tear Off and Deck Check
The crew strips every layer down to the deck, hauls it off in dumpsters, and inspects the boards. Rotten or delaminated decking gets replaced on the spot. We install ice and water shield in the valleys and along the eaves before anything else goes down.
Install and Dry-In
Underlayment, flashing, drip edge, and shingles go on in sequence. Ridge vents are cut and set for proper attic ventilation. We magnet-sweep the yard and driveway twice for nails. Most homes are fully dried in the same day we tear off.
Final Walk and Warranty
We walk the finished roof with you, show you the ridge lines and flashing details, and hand over the manufacturer warranty paperwork. You get a written workmanship warranty on top of it. If anything looks off in the first year, you call us and we come back.
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Tools and Methods We Use on Every Roof
Roofing nail gun
Drives nails to the exact depth and pattern the manufacturer requires. Correct nailing is what keeps your warranty valid and your shingles on in high wind.
Pitch hoist
Lifts bundles of shingles up steep slopes safely so the crew is not carrying weight on a ladder. Faster staging means a faster dry-in on tear off day.
Moisture meter and infrared camera
Finds hidden leaks and wet decking during the inspection. We know exactly what to replace before the tear off starts instead of guessing once the roof is open.
Shingle cutter and utility knife
Cuts clean edges at hips, ridges, and valleys. Clean cuts mean flashing seals properly and the finished roof looks sharp from the street.
Ladder stabilizer and safety harness
Keeps the crew safe on two-story and steep-pitch roofs. Safety gear is not optional on our jobs, and it shows in how fast and clean the work goes.
Caulking gun
Applies sealant at pipe boots, step flashing, and any penetration. Sealed details are where a roof either holds or leaks, so we do not rush them.
GAF Master Elite installation standards
We install GAF systems to the exact specification required for the Golden Pledge warranty. That means specific underlayment, starter strips, ridge caps, and nailing patterns. It is the difference between a 10-year and a 25-year warranty.
Owens Corning Duration system
Duration shingles with SureNail technology and the Owens Corning ventilation system give you a factory-matched roof. As a Preferred Contractor, we can register the Platinum Protection warranty on your behalf.
Balanced attic ventilation
We calculate intake and exhaust venting for your attic square footage and install ridge vents to match. Proper ventilation drops attic temperature, extends shingle life, and prevents moisture buildup that rots decking from below.
OSHA-compliant tear off
Every tear off follows OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 safety standards for fall protection, ladder use, and debris handling. Safe crews work faster and you are not liable for an accident on your property.
Where this service helps
When Baton Rouge Homeowners Call Us for Replacement
A 1960s Mid City home with three layers of shingles and a sagging roofline.
We tear off all three layers, inspect and replace rotten decking, and install a new architectural shingle system with proper ridge ventilation. The extra weight comes off the framing and the roof sits flat again. The home passes a buyer's inspection, the roof age resets to zero, and the new owner gets a transferable warranty.
Hail damage after a spring storm that the insurance adjuster approved for replacement.
We document the damage with photos and measurements, work directly with your adjuster, and schedule the tear off once the claim is approved. We handle roof replacement with insurance claim Baton Rouge jobs every storm season. You pay your deductible, we handle the rest, and the new roof goes on within weeks of the claim approval.
A storm rips shingles off overnight and rain is coming through the ceiling.
We tarp the roof first thing to stop water intrusion, then schedule the full replacement. Our emergency roof replacement Baton Rouge 24/7 line means you are not waiting until morning for someone to answer. The interior stays dry, the damage stops spreading, and the permanent replacement is on the calendar within days.
A homeowner planning to sell within the year and needing to replace old roof Baton Rouge LA same day before listing photos.
We schedule a one-day tear off and dry-in, finish the install the next morning, and provide documentation of materials and warranty for the listing. The roof is photo-ready before the photographer arrives. The listing goes live with a new roof, buyers stop asking for a credit, and the sale closes without a roof negotiation.
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How Roof Replacement Works in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge roofs live in a tough climate. Summer attic temps hit 140 degrees, humidity stays high, and afternoon thunderstorms drop heavy rain with little warning. That combination ages shingles faster here than in drier markets. We install algae-resistant architectural shingles and metal roofing panels that handle the heat and moisture, and we use ice and water shield in every valley because sideways rain is normal here. Building stock matters too. Mid City and Downtown have older homes with multiple shingle layers and original decking that often needs repair. Newer subdivisions off Essen and Perkins usually need ventilation upgrades more than decking work. We pull permits through East Baton Rouge County and build to current code, including the wind uplift requirements that matter when a tropical system comes through. If you are comparing roof replacement contractor Baton Rouge LA options, ask whether they pull permits and whether their crews are certified. We do, and they are.
Mid City
Older bungalows often carry two or three shingle layers. Tear off reveals original plank decking that sometimes needs board replacement before the new roof goes on.
Downtown Baton Rouge
Historic homes near the capitol need flashing details matched to older masonry and parapet walls. We custom-bend metal where stock pieces will not fit.
Garden District
Steep pitches and mature trees mean more debris in valleys and faster algae growth. We spec algae-resistant shingles and clear valleys on every maintenance visit.
Spanish Town
Tight lots and historic character make dumpster placement and material staging a planning job. We schedule deliveries to keep the street clear.
Summer attic temperatures above 140 degrees
Heat cooks shingles from below and shortens their life. We install ridge vents and balanced intake to drop attic temps and extend the life of your new roof.
Afternoon thunderstorms with driving rain
Sideways rain finds weak flashing and valley details. We use ice and water shield and new metal in every valley so water sheds instead of working under the shingles.
High humidity and algae growth
Algae streaks north-facing slopes within a few seasons. We install algae-resistant shingles with copper-infused granules to keep the roof clean and extend its service life.
Before and after
What a successful service visit changes.
Three-Layer Tear Off in Mid City
Before
A 1962 ranch with three layers of shingles, a sagging ridge, and a leak staining the kitchen ceiling. The decking had two rotten boards near the valley and the attic had no ridge vent.
After
We tore off all three layers, replaced the rotten decking, and installed Owens Corning Duration architectural shingles with a new ridge vent. The roof sits flat, the leak is gone, and attic temps dropped noticeably.
Maintenance: Keep gutters clear and have us check flashing and ridge vents once a year. The Duration shingles carry a 25-year manufacturer warranty when registered.
Hail Damage Replacement in Garden District
Before
A spring hailstorm bruised shingles across the south slope. The insurance adjuster approved replacement after we documented the damage with photos and measurements. The homeowner was worried about the claim process.
After
We handled the paperwork with the adjuster and installed a full GAF system with ice and water shield in the valleys. The homeowner paid only the deductible. The new roof passed the city inspection on the first visit.
Maintenance: After any hail event, call us for a free inspection. Catching bruised shingles early keeps a small claim from turning into a denied one.
Emergency Storm Replacement Downtown
Before
A storm peeled back half the roof on a two-story home near the capitol. Rain was coming through the ceiling into a bedroom. The homeowner called at 6 a.m. and needed the roof secured before more rain arrived.
After
We tarped the roof by 9 a.m. and scheduled the full replacement that week. New flashing was custom-bent for the parapet walls. The interior damage stopped spreading and the new roof was on before the next storm line.
Maintenance: We recommend a post-storm inspection each hurricane season. Catching lifted flashing early prevents the kind of water intrusion this homeowner dealt with.
Problems we solve
Roof Problems We Solve Before They Get Worse
Most roofs we replace were failing for a year or more before the homeowner called. Here are the problems we see most in Baton Rouge and what happens if you wait.
Recurring roof leaks in the same spot
Water travels along decking and shows up far from the actual entry point. You patch one spot, it leaks somewhere else, and ceiling drywall and insulation keep absorbing moisture. We find the real source with a moisture meter and infrared camera, then tear off and rebuild that section as part of a full replacement. No more chasing leaks. The new underlayment and flashing handle water the way the system was designed to.
Missing shingles and wind uplift after storms
Once shingles start lifting, the next storm takes more. Exposed underlayment degrades fast in Louisiana sun, and the decking underneath starts to rot within a season. We replace the roof with shingles rated for high wind and nail them to manufacturer spec. Proper nailing pattern and starter strips are what keep shingles on when the next line of storms comes through.
Algae growth and black streaking on the roof
Algae feeds on limestone filler in older shingles. It holds moisture against the surface, shortens shingle life, and makes the house look older than it is. We install algae-resistant architectural shingles from GAF and Owens Corning. Copper-infused granules stop algae from taking hold. It keeps the roof looking clean and adds years of service life.
Ponding water and flashing failure at valleys
Water that sits instead of draining works under flashing and into the deck. By the time you see a stain inside, the decking and sometimes the framing are already damaged. We rebuild valleys with ice and water shield and new metal, correct the pitch where needed, and replace any compromised decking. Water sheds the way it should instead of sitting and finding a way in.
Proof behind the promise
Licensed, Certified, and Reviewed
Technical expertise
Roofing Experience You Can Verify
We are a licensed Louisiana roofing contractor with crews that do tear offs and installs every week, not once a month. Our installers carry OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 cards, and we follow manufacturer specs so your warranty stays valid. We are a GAF Master Elite and Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, which means we can offer the strongest warranties those brands make. We know Baton Rouge building stock, from 1950s Mid City bungalows to newer subdivisions, and we know what the parish inspector looks for.
- GAF Master Elite and Owens Corning Preferred Contractor credentials
- OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certified installation crews on every job
- Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors licensed and insured
- NRCA member following current installation standards
- Hundreds of tear offs completed across East Baton Rouge County
Customer stories
What Baton Rouge Homeowners Say
Marcus T.Homeowner, Mid City
We had three layers of shingles and a leak over the kitchen. Red Stick tore it all off, found two rotten deck boards, and had the new roof on in a day and a half. They swept the yard twice for nails. My wife found one, and that was it. Price matched the quote exactly.
Denise R.Homeowner, Downtown Baton Rouge
After the spring hail, our insurance adjuster approved a replacement. Red Stick handled the photos and paperwork so we did not have to chase anything. New Owens Corning Duration shingles, ridge vents, the whole system. The attic is noticeably cooler this summer.
Paul W.Homeowner, Garden District
Called at 6 a.m. after a storm peeled back half our roof. They were tarping by 9 and did the full replacement that week. No runaround, no deposit games. Just showed up, did the work, and cleaned up. That is hard to find.
How much does roof replacement cost in Baton Rouge LA?
Most full roof replacements in Baton Rouge run $9,500 to $22,000 in 2026, depending on square footage, pitch, and material. A typical 1,800-square-foot ranch with architectural shingles lands around $12,000 to $15,000. Metal roofing panels push the top of that range. Tear off, decking repair, and permits are included in our quotes.
How long does a roof replacement take in Baton Rouge?
Most homes are torn off and dried in the same day, with the full install finished in one to two days. Larger or steeper roofs take three days. Weather is the only real variable. We watch the radar and will not start a tear off if rain is coming within the dry-in window.
Does roof replacement increase home value in Baton Rouge Louisiana?
Yes. A new roof is one of the highest-return exterior improvements you can make. Local appraisers credit a full replacement at 60 to 70 percent of cost, and it removes the biggest objection buyers raise. In East Baton Rouge County, a documented new roof often means the difference between a fast sale and a price cut.
Can I replace my roof in winter in Baton Rouge?
Yes, and winter is actually a good time. Baton Rouge winters are mild enough that shingles seal properly, and you avoid the 140-degree attic heat of July. The best time to replace a roof in Baton Rouge LA is late fall through early spring. We install year-round and adjust sealant and handling for cooler temps.
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Other Roofing Services We Handle
Roof Installation
Building new construction or adding on? We install complete roof systems on new builds across Baton Rouge, using the same materials and ventilation standards we bring to replacements. If you are planning new construction, we can spec the roof before framing starts.
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Roof leak Repair
Not every leak means a full replacement. We find the source with moisture meters and infrared cameras, then repair flashing, boots, or isolated shingle damage. If a repair will buy you years, we will tell you instead of pushing a replacement.
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Roof Inspection
Buying a home or filing a claim? Our inspections document roof age, material condition, and every defect with photos. We check attic ventilation and decking too. You get a written report you can hand to an insurer, buyer, or adjuster.
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Roof Maintenance
A yearly maintenance visit clears debris, reseals flashing, and catches nail pops and algae growth early. It is the cheapest way to stretch the life of a roof you are not ready to replace. We service all shingle and metal roofs in Baton Rouge.
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Call us or send a message and we will get back to you the same business day. We schedule inspections within 24 to 48 hours, and storm calls jump the line. Our office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 to 18:00, with 24/7 emergency response for active leaks and storm damage.