Dallas County (also Denton, Collin) · Carrollton, Texas
Carrollton Metal Roofing for 1970s-90s Homes and Townhomes
When the May 28, 2024 derecho swept the I-35E corridor, Carrollton took widespread roof and tree damage, and metal became a fair question for owners facing another reroof. Permanent Metal Roofing Systems installs snap lock and mechanical lock standing seam, stone-coated steel and metal shingles on Carrollton homes and townhomes, plus commercial metal roofing, flashing and gutters. Carrollton is mainly in Dallas County, with parts in Denton and Collin counties, about 18 miles from our Mesquite office. PMRS fabricates its panels and trim in-house.
- 20+ years of experience
- Lifetime limited warranty
- Free written estimates
Matching a Metal Roof to Carrollton Homes
Most Carrollton homes are 1970s-90s brick-veneer single- and two-storey houses on slab foundations, in neighborhoods like Rosemeade and Indian Creek. Some have been reroofed more than once, and where new shingles were laid over old ones, the decking underneath can hide rot or sag. We tear off to the deck and replace bad sheathing before any metal goes on. On simple gable and hip roofs, 1.5-inch snap lock standing seam gives a clean look, while stone-coated steel suits two-storeys on streets where neighbors have textured roofs. The 2000s-2010s townhomes and infill near the Green Line DART stations are compact and often attached, so metal shingles with flashing bent for the shared wall usually fit them.
We serve Downtown Carrollton Square, Rosemeade, Indian Creek and the neighboring Castle Hills area, along with homes near the I-35E and President George Bush Turnpike interchange, the Elm Fork of the Trinity River greenbelt and the DART Green Line.
Carrollton Hail, Wind and Heat: What a Roof Faces
Carrollton sits in the northwest Dallas County hail belt, and the May 28, 2024 derecho that swept the I-35E corridor left widespread roof and tree damage across the city. Derecho winds tend to peel roofing from the edges inward, so on a metal roof we pay most attention to the perimeter: closer clip spacing, continuous cleats at eaves and rakes, and well-fastened hip and ridge caps. For hail, 24-gauge standing seam dents less than 26-gauge, stone-coated steel carries manufacturer UL 2218 Class 4 ratings, and any premium credit for that rating is up to your carrier.
- Impact-rated standing seam, stone-coated steel and metal shingle options
- Heavier 24-gauge panels that resist cosmetic hail dents better than thinner steel
- Clip spacing and fastening planned for Texas wind uplift
See how Class 4 impact-rated metal roofing works, or compare standing seam systems and stone-coated steel.
Roof Systems for Carrollton Homes and Buildings
Wind attachment and tear-off quality matter most in Carrollton, where 1970s-90s homes face derecho winds along I-35E and may carry tired decking under old shingles. Snap lock standing seam is our main residential system here, with mechanical lock for low porches. Stone-coated steel and metal shingles serve two-storeys and townhomes near the DART stations. Shops and commercial buildings get mechanical lock panels and custom coping.
Standing Seam Metal Roofing
Concealed-fastener standing seam in 24-gauge Galvalume, aluminum, copper or zinc, with Kynar 500 finishes built for Texas sun.
Stone-Coated Steel
A textured, low-glare metal roof that blends into established streets and passes most HOA design reviews.
Metal Shingles and Shakes
EDCO and Classic Metal Roofing Systems shingle and shake profiles in colors that suit brick and stone.
Shop, Barn and Porch Panels
Exposed-fastener panels that cover big outbuildings at a lower cost per square foot than standing seam.
Custom Flashing and Chimney Caps
Valley, wall and step flashing, coping and chimney caps bent to match your roof color and profile.
Our metal roofing price calculator uses the same per-square-foot rates we quote in Carrollton, so the ballpark is close to the written number.
Getting a Metal Roof Approved in Carrollton
HOA presence in Carrollton is moderate and concentrated in 1990s-2000s subdivisions north of Frankford Road. Where one applies, Texas Property Code 202.011 generally stops it from prohibiting impact-resistant or energy-efficient roofing that resembles approved materials, though it may still regulate color and appearance. We help prepare the architectural submittal with color charts and product data. The HOA approval and the city permit are separate steps, and we pull the city permit where required.
Working in Carrollton: The Basics
| Counties | Dallas County (also Denton, Collin) |
| ZIP codes we cover | 75006, 75007, 75010, 75011 |
| Residents | Roughly 130,000 |
| From our office | About 18 miles from 3100 Manchester Dr in Mesquite |
| Roof systems | Standing seam, stone-coated steel, metal shingles and shakes, corrugated and PBR panels, custom flashing, chimney caps and metal gutters |
| Estimate and warranty | Free and itemized in writing; lifetime non-prorated limited warranty on PMRS standing seam |
What a PMRS Roof Means for Carrollton Owners
- A lifetime non-prorated limited warranty on PMRS standing seam roofs. See our warranties.
- Class 4 impact-rated systems and the product documentation insurers ask for.
- Your deductible stays your deductible. Texas law bars roofers from covering it, and we comply.
- HOA submittal packages with spec sheets and color samples.
- Spec sheets, shop drawings and submittals for builders and architects.
What Carrollton Owners Ask About Metal Roofs
Do I need a city permit for a metal roof in Carrollton?
Permit requirements are set by the City of Carrollton, and we check them for each job. Where a permit is required, PMRS pulls it, schedules any inspections and keeps the paperwork with your job file. If you live north of Frankford Road in an HOA subdivision, you may also need architectural approval, which is a separate step from the city permit.
Can metal go over the old shingles on a 1980s Carrollton house?
In most cases we recommend a full tear-off instead. It lets us see and replace soft or rotted decking, a problem that can hide under roofs layered before. It also gives the clips a solid, flat deck to grip and keeps the new roof from telegraphing the bumps of old shingles. Tear-off is listed as its own line on your estimate.
Will a metal roof keep a Carrollton attic cooler in summer?
It usually helps. Kynar 500 finishes in lighter or cool-pigment colors reflect more sunlight than dark composition shingles, and our standing seam spec sheets carry the ENERGY STAR partner mark. Attic ventilation and insulation matter just as much, so we look at ridge and soffit venting during the estimate. Actual energy savings depend on your home, color choice and cooling system.
Can I see metal roof colors before choosing for my Carrollton home?
Yes. The estimator carries painted panel samples and the coater’s color charts, and we can assemble a sample kit for an HOA review. Darker colors absorb more Texas sun, so ask to see the cool-pigment versions with higher solar reflectance.
More Cities Near Carrollton
- Farmers Branch (3 mi)
- Addison (4 mi)
- Coppell (7 mi)
- The Colony (8 mi)
- Richardson (9 mi)
- University Park (10 mi)
The full list lives on our DFW service areas page, and the office details are on our Mesquite location page.
Ready for a Permanent Roof in Carrollton?
Send the form for a written Carrollton estimate, or call (469) 466-2421 and talk metal roofing with the people who fabricate it.