Roof Replacement
Southaven MS —
Quality Materials,
Expert Installation
Complete tear-off and replacement using Owens Corning preferred shingles. Manufacturer warranties, honest pricing, and a crew that treats your home like their own. Serving Southaven, DeSoto County, and across Mississippi and Tennessee.
When It’s Time for a
New Roof
We’ll always tell you honestly whether your roof needs a repair or a full replacement — because recommending replacement just to collect a larger check isn’t how we operate. That said, there are clear signs that replacement is the right move, and delaying it usually costs more in the long run.
If your roof is 20 or more years old, has widespread granule loss, multiple active leaks, sagging sections, or damage that covers a significant portion of the surface, replacement is almost always the better financial decision. Patching an aging roof repeatedly adds up. A properly installed replacement with quality materials delivers 25 to 30 years of protection and, unlike repairs, comes with a manufacturer warranty.
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Roof Age 20+ YearsMost asphalt shingle roofs have a service life of 20 to 30 years depending on installation quality, ventilation, and Mississippi’s climate. At 20 years, even a roof that looks acceptable from the ground may be nearing end-of-life beneath the surface.
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Multiple Leak PointsOne isolated leak is a repair. Multiple leak points appearing in different areas suggest systemic failure — the roofing system has degraded past the point where targeted repairs are cost-effective. Each repair is a band-aid on a bigger problem.
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Widespread Granule LossGranules protect shingles from UV degradation. Heavy granule loss in your gutters or bare patches visible on the roof surface means your shingles have lost a critical layer of protection and are deteriorating at an accelerating rate.
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Storm Damage CoverageWhen a major hail or wind event damages a roof that’s already aging, insurance-covered replacement is often the smartest path. You get a complete new roof — correct materials, fresh warranty — at the cost of your deductible.
What’s in a Full Roof Replacement
A proper replacement isn’t just new shingles on top of old ones. Every Ultimate Roofing replacement includes the full scope below — no shortcuts.
We remove all existing roofing material down to the decking. Installing new shingles over old ones shortcuts the process and masks problems that will cause failures later. Every Ultimate Roofing replacement starts with a clean deck.
Once the old roofing is off, we inspect the decking — the plywood or OSB sheathing beneath — for soft spots, rot, or damage. Any compromised sections are replaced before new roofing goes on. There’s no point in new shingles over a failed deck.
Proper underlayment — synthetic or felt depending on application — is installed over the entire deck. This layer provides secondary water protection and is a required component of Owens Corning’s manufacturer warranty. It’s not optional, and it matters.
Owens Corning architectural shingles are installed to manufacturer specifications — correct nail placement, proper exposure, staggered seams. Ridge cap shingles seal the peak. The details of installation determine how long your roof lasts and whether your warranty holds.
All existing flashing at chimneys, vents, skylights, valleys, and wall intersections is replaced with new metal flashing properly sealed and overlapped. Reusing old flashing on a new roof is a common shortcut that leads to leaks within a few years. We don’t take that shortcut.
When we’re done, we clean up completely — all old shingles, packaging, and debris removed. We use a magnetic roller to pick up nails from the yard and driveway. We walk the property with you before we leave. We don’t call a job done until it looks like we were never there.
Roofing Materials We Install
The right material depends on your home, your budget, and your goals. We’ll walk you through the options that make sense for your situation.
Owens Corning architectural (dimensional) shingles are the standard choice for Mississippi residential replacements. They offer excellent wind resistance — up to 130 mph with proper installation — a 25 to 30-year lifespan, a wide range of colors, and manufacturer warranties backed by Owens Corning. Duration Series shingles include SureNail Technology for stronger fastener holding and are a frequent choice for DeSoto County homeowners who want durability without overbuilding the budget.
Metal roofing — standing seam or metal shingle panels — offers a significantly longer lifespan than asphalt, typically 40 to 70 years, with superior performance in high-wind and hail events. Metal reflects heat more effectively than asphalt, which can meaningfully reduce cooling loads in Mississippi summers. The higher upfront cost is offset by reduced maintenance and a lifespan that can outlast two asphalt roofs. A good fit for homeowners who plan to stay long-term and want the best long-run value.
Flat roofs on additions, garages, and commercial structures require a different system than pitched residential roofs. We install TPO membrane and modified bitumen systems suited to Mississippi’s climate — UV-resistant, properly sloped for drainage, and sealed at every seam and penetration. If you have a low-slope section on your home — a porch extension, sunroom, or attached garage — that’s failing or due for replacement, we handle it as part of a complete scope or as a standalone project.
What Does a Roof Replacement
Cost in Mississippi?
No contractor can give you an accurate number without seeing your roof. But here’s an honest range based on what we see across Southaven and DeSoto County — so you know what to expect before we arrive.
These ranges are for planning purposes only — not quotes. Your actual cost depends on square footage, roof pitch, material selection, deck condition, and local labor. The only way to get an accurate number is an on-site inspection. Ultimate Roofing provides free estimates with no obligation. Call (662) 331-3000 or request yours online.
Why Southaven Homeowners
Trust Ultimate Roofing
for Replacement
A roof replacement is one of the larger investments a homeowner makes. You want a contractor who uses the right materials, installs them correctly, and stands behind the work after the truck leaves. That’s what we’ve built Ultimate Roofing on.
Get a Free Replacement Estimate- Owens Corning Preferred Contractor — access to enhanced manufacturer warranty options
- Complete tear-off on every replacement — no shingles-over-shingles shortcuts
- A+ BBB Accredited and 4.9 Google rating — track record you can verify
- Transparent, itemized estimates — you know exactly what you’re paying for before work starts
- Storm damage and insurance claims assistances — we document and work with your adjuster
- Licensed Mississippi contractor — License R18259, State Board of Contractors
- Complete cleanup every job — magnetic nail sweep, full debris removal, walkthrough with you
Our Roof Replacement Process
From your first call to a completed roof, here’s exactly what to expect. No surprises. No delays that aren’t communicated upfront.
We conduct a thorough on-site inspection — shingles, flashing, decking, gutters, attic ventilation — and give you an honest assessment of your roof’s condition and what we recommend.
You receive a detailed, itemized estimate. We walk you through material options, explain the warranty coverage that applies, and answer every question before you sign anything. No high-pressure sales tactics.
We order your Owens Corning materials and confirm your install date. We give you a realistic timeline and keep you updated if anything changes — weather, delivery, scheduling.
Complete tear-off, deck inspection and repair, underlayment, shingles, flashing — all installed correctly. Our crew works efficiently and communicates with you if any deck damage is discovered mid-job that affects the scope.
We clean up completely — magnetic nail sweep, full debris removal from yard and gutters — and walk the finished roof with you before we leave. We don’t call it done until you’re satisfied.
Roof Replacement Questions,
Answered Honestly
Roof replacement costs in Mississippi typically range from $8,000 to $18,000 for an average single-family home, depending on the square footage, roof complexity, material selected, and the extent of any deck repair needed. Simpler homes with straightforward roof lines and standard architectural shingles fall toward the lower end of that range. Larger homes, complex roofs with multiple valleys and penetrations, metal roofing, or significant deck damage will run higher. The only honest way to get an accurate number for your specific home is a proper on-site inspection and measurement. Ultimate Roofing provides free estimates with no obligation — call (662) 331-3000 to schedule yours.
Most standard residential roof replacements on a single-family home in Mississippi are completed in one to two days. The crew arrives early, removes the old roofing down to the deck, inspects and repairs any damaged decking, installs new underlayment, shingles, and flashing, and completes the job in a single continuous push when conditions allow. Larger homes, steeper pitches, complex roof lines, or projects that require significant deck work may extend the timeline to two to three days. We give you a realistic schedule before work begins and don’t leave a partially completed roof overnight without proper temporary protection in place.
As an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, we install the full Owens Corning shingle lineup — including architectural shingles from the Duration, TruDefinition, and Oakridge series, which offer strong wind resistance and manufacturer warranties suited to Mississippi’s storm climate. We also install metal roofing for homeowners who want maximum lifespan and energy efficiency, and we handle flat and low-slope membrane systems for additions, garages, and commercial applications. During your free estimate, we’ll walk you through the material options that make sense for your home, your budget, and your goals.
Yes — on two fronts. First, Owens Corning shingles come with manufacturer warranties covering the shingle materials themselves. As a Preferred Contractor, Ultimate Roofing can offer enhanced warranty options — including the Owens Corning Platinum Protection Limited Warranty — that provide stronger coverage than standard manufacturer warranties and are only available through vetted Preferred Contractors. Second, we back our installation workmanship separately, covering the quality of how the roof was installed. Before any work begins, we’ll walk you through exactly what warranty coverage applies to your specific project so there are no surprises.
You don’t need to be present for the entire project, but it’s a good idea to be available at the start of the day when the crew arrives and at the end for a walkthrough before we leave. We’ll also need access to any attic hatches or areas we may need to inspect. For the work itself — which takes place entirely on the exterior — there’s no need for you to remain home the whole time. We’ll communicate with you throughout the day and flag anything that requires a decision, such as deck sections that need repair. At the end, we walk the property with you, clean up all debris and nails, and review the completed work.
Ready for a New Roof? Get Your Free Estimate
Honest assessment. Transparent pricing. Quality Owens Corning materials. No obligation to proceed — just a clear picture of what your replacement involves and what it will cost.