Roofing Services

Roofs come in an array of styles, colors and materials, but it doesn't stop there. Even the best roof is not good enough if it's not installed properly. All-Tex Exteriors has experienced roofers to ensure that whatever product you choose, you know that your new roof will be installed with great attention to craftsmanship and detail. We can install a new roof or ventilation only. We can also provide roof repair.

A properly installed roof can reduce your utility bills. Many roof companies talk about ridge vents and insulation, but All-Tex Exteriors goes a step further. We know that soffit vents with ridge vents are key to promote proper air circulation within the attic of your home. We highly recommend soffit and ridge vents. If proper roof ventilation is not provided, Texas heat can wreak havoc on a roof and attic with temperatures rising to 175 degrees. The only way to combat these problems is with a balanced ventilation system which will keep your roof sound and your interior comfortable.

For attic ventilation to be effective, you must have equal intake and exhaust vents. Therefore, for every soffit vent installed a ridge vent will also need to be installed. The soffit vents allow cool fresh air into your attic while the ridge vents exhaust the hot air.

The Benefits of Soffit/Ridge Vents:

• Save money on your air-conditioning bill.
• Reduce the heat build-up in your attic, thus protecting your roof from premature aging.
• Allows outside air to flow naturally upward and out of your attic.
• Promotes a cooler, drier attic.
• Helps prevent rotting, mildew, drywall damage, peeling paint and warped siding.
• Provides year-round performance for consistent ventilation without energy consumption.

Choosing the right look of your roof:

Up to 40% of your home's exterior may show as roofing. We sell and install a variety of roofing styles including Elk roofing products. Since 1955, Elk has been producing fine roofing. Elk shingles are laminated so they look better, last longer and have more visual depth than ordinary shingles. All of Elk's roofing products are laminated for extra durability and protection. They are UL® wind resistant and Class "A" fire rated and meet the current standards of the most stringent local building codes.

The Many Looks of Elk:

Prestique® premium roofing shingles, offered in three configurations, all feature Elk's signature High Definition® look. Reminiscent of real wood shingles, the distinctive visual depth and texture of Prestique is sure to improve the appeal, and often the market value, of your home. The new Prestique Grandé line of premium laminated High Definition shingles 8 1/4” exposure is designed to complement the large-scale roofs found on the finest of homes. It's attractive appearance adds just the right amount of depth and texture to bigger homes.

Capstone® creates the indelible impression of deep shadows on homes with more prominent, steep roofs. They are backed by a 40-year limited warranty with an option for limited transferability.

The Prestique Gallery Collection™ features timeless hues whose rich appearance reflects the splendor of the natural world. These color blends are the result of our collaboration with internationally acclaimed artist Bart Forbes. Mr. Forbes used his artistic touch to help us create colors that are unique, yet in harmony with their surroundings.

Try the Raised Profile® look for a richer dimensional appearance. They are backed by a 30-year limited warranty with an option for limited transferability.

Not all leaky roofs need to be replaced. If roof repair will solve your troubles All-Tex will tell you and help you to locate a qualified roof repair contractor. The most common locations for leaks are:

• Chimney flashing
• Sidewall flashing where siding meets roof
• Vent jacks
• Valleys

A qualified repair man should locate the cause of your leak and be able to explain in detail the proper course for repair.

The average life of a roof is 12-15 years depending on quality of shingles and installation. Trees, leaves and debris can shorten the life of your roof. Roof repairs by a qualified repair man can be simple and relatively inexpensive.

Ventilation:

A well ventilated attic will function much like a big shade tree. Generally speaking there should be one square foot of unobstructed ventilation area for every 300 square feet of ceiling space. For example, a 1500 sq. ft house requires a minimum of 5 sq. ft of unobstructed ventilation area (min. 10 sq. ft. of screened vent area). This would likely be accomplished with 5 (1 sq ft) roof vents (or a larger number of smaller vents) and in most new homes, a continuous vented soffit covering.

To determine whether or not your attic is adequately ventilated, first survey the number of roof vents. Then lift the access hatch inside the house (usually found in a closet or hallway ceiling). If the attic temperature is extremely high, especially on a cooler day, this means heat-loaded air is not being sufficiently vented. Also, you may notice a rush of air entering up through the access hatch. This means you might have enough roof vents, but not enough soffit (or gable) vents. The relative heights of roof versus gable vents will also be a determining factor. The higher the roof vents are above the gable vents, the more effectively the attic will ventilate.