Lawrence has a roofing problem that most contractors from outside the city don't understand: steep Victorian gables in Old West Lawrence and Pinckney Neighborhood, low-slope ranches off Massachusetts Street, and hillside homes where ice dams form at the eaves every February. The housing stock here is old, varied, and unforgiving.
Homeowners in 66045 call Olathe Metal Roofing because we've spent years working on Lawrence roofs, from the historic blocks near the University of Kansas campus to the newer builds out by Clinton Lake. We know how hail, wind, and freeze-thaw cycles hit this town, and we fix it right.
Metal Roofing in Lawrence (66045)
Lawrence sits on rolling terrain with heavy clay soil, and that matters for roofing. The hillside homes near Mount Oread and the older neighborhoods around downtown have steep pitches and tight lot lines, so staging materials and getting equipment in place takes planning. Victorian and Craftsman homes in Old West Lawrence often have complex rooflines with multiple gables, valleys, and dormers, which means flashing and seam work has to be precise. The low-pitched ranches and split-levels along Santa Fe and in the neighborhoods near Holcom Park were built for asphalt shingles, and many are now due for a metal retrofit that handles snow and ice better. We also see a lot of 1980s and 1990s subdivision homes in areas like Alvamar and the neighborhoods off Wakarusa Drive, where hail has taken a toll on older shingles and homeowners are ready for standing seam or stone-coated steel. Our team works on everything from historic homes that need careful color and profile choices to farm buildings and shops on the rural edge of Douglas County.
We serve Lawrence and the surrounding area from our base in Olathe, and we know the local building department, the historic review process, and the HOA rules that can affect a metal roof project. We've worked on enough Lawrence roofs to know what fails here: ice damming at the eaves, wind-lifted panels after spring storms, and fasteners that back out on older metal roofs.
Our services in Lawrence
- Metal Roof Installation in Lawrence · Complete metal roof installation for homes across Olathe and Johnson County…
- Standing Seam Metal Roofing in Lawrence · Concealed-fastener standing seam systems, the premium choice for Olathe homes.
- Metal Roof Replacement in Lawrence · Full tear-off and replacement of hail-battered shingle…
- Metal Roof Over Shingles (Retrofit) in Lawrence · A new metal roof installed directly over your existing asphalt shingles…
- Metal Roof Repair in Lawrence · Repair of damaged, loose or storm-hit metal roofing: replacing hail-dented…
- Metal Roof Leak Repair in Lawrence · Priority leak response for metal roofs…
- Screw Replacement & Re-Fastening in Lawrence · Olathe's hot summers, cold winters and big day-to-night swings expand and…
- Corrugated & Ribbed Panel Roofing in Lawrence · Exposed-fastener metal roofing (corrugated, R-panel and 5V)…
- Metal Shingle Roofing in Lawrence · Metal shingles that deliver the look of architectural shingles…
- Stone-Coated Steel Roofing in Lawrence · Stone-coated steel systems combining steel strength with a textured traditional…
- Copper & Specialty Metal Roofing in Lawrence · Copper, zinc and aluminum roofing for accents, porches…
- Metal Roof Coating & Painting in Lawrence · Restoration of sun-faded, chalking or surface-rusted metal roofs: surface prep…
- Flashing, Chimney & Skylight Repair in Lawrence · Repair and custom fabrication of flashing around chimneys, skylights, valleys…
- Snow Guards & Ice Protection in Lawrence · Snow guards and rail systems for metal roofs…
- Storm & Wind Damage Repair in Lawrence · Repair of hail, wind and severe thunderstorm damage to metal roofing…
- Metal Roof Inspection in Lawrence · Complete metal roof inspections for homeowners…
- Gutters for Metal Roofs in Lawrence · Seamless gutter systems sized and mounted correctly for metal roofing…
- Commercial & Agricultural Metal Roofing in Lawrence · Metal roofing for barns, farm buildings, workshops, churches…
How a Job Works in Lawrence
Step 1: You call us at (913) 355-5905 or request a free estimate online. We schedule an on-site assessment at your Lawrence property, usually within a few days. We inspect the roof, check the attic and flashing details, and talk with you about what you want: a repair, a replacement, or a new metal roof over your existing shingles. We give you a written estimate with clear pricing and options.
Step 2: Once you approve, we pull the required permits from the City of Lawrence or Douglas County, depending on your location. If your home is in a historic district or under an HOA, we help you understand the design review requirements and submit the paperwork. On the job, we protect your landscaping, set up safe access for steep or tight lots, and keep the site organized. We work around your schedule and keep you updated on progress.
Step 3: When the work is done, we clean up thoroughly. We magnet-sweep for nails, haul away old materials, and do a final walkthrough with you to make sure you're satisfied. We don't leave until your property is clean and the roof is watertight.
Pricing for metal roofing in Lawrence depends on the size and complexity of your roof, the material you choose, and the condition of the existing structure. As a ballpark, metal roof installation starts at $8 per square foot, standing seam at $10 per square foot, and metal roof replacement at $9 per square foot. A retrofit over existing shingles starts at $7 per square foot. Repairs start at $450, and leak repairs also start at $450. Screw replacement and re-fastening starts at $750. Corrugated and ribbed panel roofing starts at $5.50 per square foot, metal shingle and stone-coated steel at $9 per square foot, and copper or specialty metal at $20 per square foot. Coating and painting starts at $2.50 per square foot, flashing and chimney repair at $600, and snow guards at $1,200. Gutters for metal roofs start at $9 per linear foot. For an accurate estimate on your Lawrence home, call (913) 355-5905.
