Are Permits Required for a Roof Replacement?

Owning a home is one of the crowning achievements in life. After you’ve moved in you’ll have to worry about upkeep. Inevitably, you’ll need to replace your roof. While the style and material of your roof are an important decision, you may also keep county permits in mind. A county permit isn’t something you’ll need to choose. However, if you need one and don’t have one it can severely set you back. So, are permits required for a roof replacement?

Are Permits Required for a Roof Replacement?

If you are replacing or getting a new roof then you do need a permit from your county. Before you start your roof replacement you’ll have to apply for a permit with your county. Without a permit, the county will stop your roofing project, and even possibly heavily fine you. The permits do usually cost money. The price of the permit is different depending on what area you live in. After you pay the fees and send in an application you’ll have to wait to get approved. This can take anywhere from a few days, to a few weeks depending on how busy your county is. After you get your permit you’ll officially be able to start working.

Do I Need to Get a Permit if I Hire a Roofer?

If you hire a roofing contractor to work on your roof, you shouldn’t need to worry about permits. It’s your roofing contractor’s job to submit applications for the permits, but sometimes things go wrong. Only officially licensed roofing contractors can get permits to work on roofs they don’t own. Checking to see if a contractor has their licensing is a good idea. Also, hiring local can ensure you get a contractor well versed in all the local codes. Local contractors are not only aware of all the local laws but are also already following them.

What about Roof Repairs?

While you need a permit for roof replacement, you don’t always need one for roof repairs. You typically don’t need a permit to make small repairs. Things like small leaks and replacing shingles are little enough to not need a permit. However, larger repairs may need a permit. The size of the repair is different from county to county. In general, if it’s a small portion of your roof and doesn’t;t need to repair the foundations of your roof you should be fine. Always check local ordinances before starting any work.

If you need to replace your roof, you’ll be needing a permit. Large repairs also need a permit. Your county or city will have rules on how big a repair can be before it needs a permit to get done. The best way to make sure you’re following the local ordinances is to hire locally. Honey Bees Roofing & Solar is an expert with the ordinances in Texas. We offer free roofing inspections so you’ll know if your roof damage can be fixed, or if it’ll need to be replaced. If you need help with roof repairs or replacement, or just want more information about your roofing, Contact Honey Bees Roofing & Solar online or give us a call today at 817-668-6131!