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Average Roofer Cost in Fort Worth, TX

A roofer in Fort Worth charges roughly $59/hour — driven by the BLS OEWS national mean hourly wage of $26.36 for SOC 47-2181, the TX cost-of-living index of 92.7, and the standard 2.4× contractor markup. Below: project-by-project pricing, then 7 licensed local pros.

Roofer prices in Fort Worth, TX

ProjectTimeTypical costRange
Roof inspection + written report 1–2 hours $117 $96 – $141
Single leak repair (small area, replace ~10 shingles) half day $346 $284 – $415
Shingle replacement (storm spot repair, ~1 square) half day $553 $453 – $663
Step-flashing replacement around chimney or skylight 1 day $556 $456 – $667
Seamless aluminum gutter install (150 ln ft) 1 day $1,606 $1,317 – $1,927
Tear-off + asphalt re-roof (1700 sq ft, mid-grade) 2–3 days $9,822 $8,054 – $11,787
Standing-seam metal roof (1700 sq ft) 3–5 days $17,206 $14,109 – $20,647
Synthetic underlayment + ice-shield refresh 1 day $1,609 $1,319 – $1,931
Skylight replacement (one fixed unit) 1 day $890 $729 – $1,067

Local rate = BLS national mean × 2.4 markup × (TX COL 92.7/100). Materials adjusted by the same factor.

What a roofer in Fort Worth actually does

A residential roofer either performs targeted repair (lifted shingles, popped nails, failed flashing, single-leak diagnosis) or a full tear-off and replacement. A reputable contractor will start with a multi-point inspection: shingle condition (granule loss, curling, cracking), flashing integrity around chimneys/sidewalls/penetrations, ridge and soffit ventilation, attic moisture signs, and decking condition (you don't know about rotten plywood until tear-off). Asphalt shingle is the dominant material in 80% of US homes; metal and tile dominate in storm-prone or arid markets. All re-roofs require a permit and at least one mid-roof inspection by the local AHJ in most jurisdictions, and OSHA 1926.501 requires fall protection for any work at heights above 6 feet — a non-negotiable safety/insurance issue.

Questions to ask before you hire in TX

  1. Are you a manufacturer-certified installer (GAF Master Elite, Owens Corning Platinum, CertainTeed Select)? Certification is required for the long manufacturer warranties.
  2. What's the workmanship warranty (separate from the manufacturer's shingle warranty), and is it transferable?
  3. How do you handle decking that's rotten under the old shingles — is it a per-sheet add, and what's the unit price?
  4. Will you tear off the old roof completely (single-layer install only), or are you proposing an overlay?
  5. Are ice & water shield, drip edge, and proper underlayment included to current code in my climate zone?
  6. What's the projected weather window, and what happens if a storm hits mid-job?
Door-to-door storm-chaser pitches, "we just did your neighbor's roof" without proof, asking for full payment up front, no permit pulled, or the company refusing to provide its state contractor license number.

7 licensed roofers in Fort Worth

Hometown Apex Roofing

📍 6916 Birch Pl, Fort Worth, TX 76102
★ 4.5 / 5 · 252 reviews · 4 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured BBB A+ 24/7 Emergency 4 yrs
Specialties: Underlayment, Roof replacement, Ventilation, Flashing repair, Skylight install

Capitol Apex Roofing

📍 7942 Sycamore Ln, Fort Worth, TX 76104
★ 3.6 / 5 · 8 reviews · 6 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured 24/7 Emergency 6 yrs
Specialties: Gutter install, Storm damage, Underlayment, Skylight install, Roof replacement

Fort Worth Summit

📍 8560 Cherry Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76164
★ 3.7 / 5 · 200 reviews · 28 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured BBB A 24/7 Emergency 28 yrs
Specialties: Gutter install, Leak repair, Shingle repair

Martinez Roofcraft

📍 7713 Willow Pl, Fort Worth, TX 76102
★ 4.8 / 5 · 11 reviews · 14 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured BBB A- 14 yrs
Specialties: Flashing repair, Shingle repair, Roof replacement, Ventilation, Storm damage

Fort Worth Roofcraft

📍 5285 Hickory Ter, Fort Worth, TX 76104
★ 3.6 / 5 · 257 reviews · 23 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured BBB A- 24/7 Emergency 23 yrs
Specialties: Flashing repair, Ventilation, Gutter install, Tear-off

Anderson Summit

📍 3776 Main Way, Fort Worth, TX 76164
★ 4.1 / 5 · 358 reviews · 32 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured BBB A 32 yrs
Specialties: Roof replacement, Leak repair, Shingle repair, Ventilation

Fort Worth Crown Roofing

📍 1107 Pine Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76102
★ 3.7 / 5 · 356 reviews · 19 years in business
✓ Licensed ✓ Insured BBB A+ 24/7 Emergency 19 yrs
Specialties: Underlayment, Skylight install, Roof replacement, Storm damage, Flashing repair

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Seasonal roofing checklist for Fort Worth homeowners

Spring

  • After the last freeze, walk the perimeter and look for shingle granules collected at downspouts — heavy granule loss is the early sign of asphalt shingle wear.
  • Inspect attic decking for any new daylight, dark stains, or musty smell; small leaks show up in the attic months before they show up on the ceiling.
  • Trim any branches now overhanging the roof to at least 10 feet of clearance to prevent abrasion and squirrel access.
  • Check pipe-boot rubber collars — UV cracks them every 8–10 years and they're a top-three leak source.

Fall

  • Clean gutters and downspouts thoroughly after leaf-drop; clogged gutters cause ice damming and fascia rot all winter.
  • Inspect and re-seal flashing around chimneys, skylights, and sidewall transitions before freeze-thaw cycles begin.
  • Schedule any needed repairs now — most reputable roofers stop scheduling work in deep winter except for emergency tarp-and-patch.
  • Verify attic ventilation (soffit + ridge) is unobstructed; poor venting is the #1 cause of premature shingle failure in the south and ice dams in the north.

Winter

  • After heavy snow, rake the bottom 3–4 feet of the roof from the ground (snow rake) to prevent ice dam formation at the eave.
  • Watch interior ceilings for new water stains during the first thaw — that's the moment any compromised flashing or shingle reveals itself.
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