Roofer in Wharton TX · Roof Inspection · Roof Repair · Roof Replacement · Storm Damage
Why Wharton Chooses Holden Roofing4.8 Stars on 957 Google ReviewsOwens Corning Platinum PreferredStraight Down US 59 From Our Headquarters to the Colorado River
The county seat on the Colorado River needs a roofer who knows its tornado tracks, its two-layer rule and its old plank decks. Holden Roofing works out of its headquarters on First Street in Rosenberg, about 27 miles and 35 to 40 minutes up US 59 from the Wharton County Courthouse.
The count of Texas homes the Holden family has roofed since 1961 now tops 100,000 roofs. Wharton neighbors get the same crews behind 4.8 stars across 957 Google reviews and an invitation-only Owens Corning Platinum Preferred credential.
One licensed, bonded and insured outfit handles your free roof inspection, roof repair, emergency tarping, roof replacement and storm damage roof repair in Wharton.
Dial (281) 344-9083, or snap the roof from the lawn and text the picture over. Somebody from Holden Roofing makes the run down US 59, walks each slope, and charges you zero for the look, hired or not.
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Here’s the Truth About Hiring a Roofer in Wharton TX, and How Holden Roofing Changes It
Thousands of roofing outfits work the Houston area, and every Gulf storm pulls a fresh wave of storm chasers down US 59. Beryl in July 2024 and the June 2025 tornado east of town were exactly the kind of headlines that bring those trucks to Wharton County.
A storm chaser’s office is wherever the last storm hit. When the debris piles leave the curb, those companies tend to leave too, and the warranty they promised goes with them.
So when three strangers in one week offer to “take care of the insurance,” which one do you trust with your house?
Ask the questions that sort them out. Below are the three traps Wharton homeowners hit most often, the one question that exposes each trap, and how Holden Roofing answers it. Then come seven questions Wharton callers raise before anything else, each answered in a sentence or two.
Problem One: The Roofer Who Sells Off the Tornado Track Instead of Your Roof
The June 12, 2025 EF-1 did its worst along Everett and Holiness Lanes, and homes a short drive away saw far less. That is how a homeowner ends up with a replacement pitch from someone who never climbed up, or a shrug from someone who never looked.
Both mistakes cost money. A tornado path is narrow, and the only map that matters is the one on your own shingles.
“Can You Show Me Damage on My Roof, Not My Neighbor’s?”
A bad answer sounds like “the whole area got hit” or “the adjuster will find it.” If the person at your door cannot hand you dated photos of your own slopes, your own vents and your own attic, you are buying a guess.
How Holden Roofing Answers It
We climb your roof, photograph each slope, the flashing and the attic deck, and hand you the photos before we drive back to Rosenberg. Creased tabs, torn ridge caps and impact marks get pinned to your address, not your street.
If the storm missed your house, we say so, and you keep the report for the next one.
“Stan Stark was my wonderful rep and guided me through the complicated process of working with my insurance after a tornado damaged my roof… The construction crew was fast and efficient which resulted in a beautiful job.”
catherine ellett, 5 stars, July 2022. Read this review on Google →
Problem Two: The Roofer Who Disappears When the Carrier Says “Wear and Tear”
On a roof that has seen a few decades, a carrier can reach for “wear and tear” before anyone looks closely. A lot of roofers read that letter and quit returning calls.
An aging roof can still take real storm damage. The age of the shingles does not erase the date of the wind.
“If My Carrier Calls It Old Age, What Do You Do Next?”
You want to hear about a re-inspection request, a rep standing next to the adjuster, documented supplements and the appraisal clause. “Nothing we can do” means that roofer has never taken a denial past the first page.
How Holden Roofing Answers It
We put the storm date, the gust data and the photos side by side, then ask the carrier to come back and look again. When the evidence holds up, we keep pushing through supplements or appraisal.
When it does not, we tell you plainly, and we price an honest repair so you are not stuck with a leak while you argue.
“We had been working on getting our roof replaced for 5 years and had been turned down multiple times by our insurance provider… we now have a new roof, new gutters and my damaged ceilings from 5 years of leaks are repaired and painted!”
Emily Chambers, 5 stars, June 2022. Read this review on Google →
Problem Three: The Lay-Over Bid That Runs Into Wharton’s Two-Layer Limit
The City of Wharton’s inspection checklist allows no more than two roof layers total, and plenty of older homes in town already carry two. A cheap bid that nails a third layer on top is a bid that fails inspection or skips the permit.
Even where a second layer is allowed, shingles over shingles hide soft decking. You pay for a new roof sitting on an old problem.
“How Many Layers Are Up There Now, and Are You Taking All of Them Off?”
A roofer who has not been up yet cannot answer the first part. A roofer who dodges the second part is planning to save his own labor at the expense of your deck.
How Holden Roofing Answers It
Every Holden Roofing replacement in Wharton is a full tear-off to the deck, with rotten boards replaced and the permit pulled through the city. Then we build the complete Owens Corning system: synthetic underlayment, ice and water shield in valleys, new drip edge, new boots and ridge vents.
That is what makes a Wharton roof eligible for Platinum Protection, and it is how a family that has roofed Texas since 1961 got to 100,000 roofs without hiding layers.
Seven Questions Wharton Homeowners Ask Before Holden Roofing Climbs a Ladder
These come straight from first calls out of Wharton, worded the way people actually ask them. If a roofer you are weighing cannot answer each one this directly, keep dialing.
“You’re 27 Miles Away in Rosenberg. Will Somebody Really Drive Down Here?”
Yes, and often. It is roughly 35 to 40 minutes down US 59 from First Street to the courthouse square. Wharton County is part of the Rosenberg office’s regular territory, so the drive is part of the job, not a favor.
“Do I Need a City Permit to Re-Roof Inside Wharton?”
Yes. The city charges $2.50 per square for a tear-off and $3 per square with decking, and metal is 6 cents per square foot. Working without one runs $100 a day. Holden Roofing registers, pulls it and schedules the inspection.
“My House Already Has Two Layers. Can You Just Go Over Them?”
No. Wharton’s required inspections cap a roof at two layers total under the 2018 IRC and the manufacturer’s instructions. Holden Roofing strips both layers, checks every board and installs one clean Owens Corning system.
“The June 2025 Tornado Missed Us by a Mile. Should Somebody Still Look?”
Probably, yes. Tornado debris and gusts do not always stay inside the surveyed path, and the same morning brought an EF-0 near Burr. A free inspection tells you whether you have a claim before a reporting window closes.
“Can You Knock My Deductible Off the Price?”
No. Texas House Bill 2102 made that a Class B misdemeanor in 2019, with fines up to $2,000. Your insurer may want a receipt showing it was paid. A roofer who offers is showing you how he handles the rest of the paperwork.
“Is There a Contract to Sign Before You Inspect?”
No. No contingency form on the porch and no signature to get on the ladder. You get the inspection, the photo report and the honest read, then you decide in your own time.
“Who Actually Shows Up to Install It?”
A Holden Roofing crew, run by a project manager whose cell number you already have. Holden Roofing has roughly 400 installers across Texas, many with ten-plus years on roofs and some past thirty.
Put these seven questions to every company that knocks. After that, dial (281) 344-9083 and put them to Holden Roofing.
What You Actually Need From a Wharton Roofing Contractor, and Why Holden Roofing Is Built Around It
A Wharton roof has to outlast hurricane season, the occasional tornado and a carrier that would rather not pay, so the company behind it has to last longer still. Here is what matters, and how Holden Roofing covers each piece for Wharton homeowners.
A Shingle Maker That Stands Behind the Installer
Holden Roofing’s Platinum Preferred status came by Owens Corning’s invitation, and under 7 percent of its Preferred Contractors ever get one. No check can buy it.
The manufacturer weighs installation quality, customer feedback and business conduct before it extends the invitation, and only Platinum contractors can register the Platinum Protection warranty.
What Platinum Protection Covers on a Wharton Roof
Materials
Buy Duration or Duration FLEX and the shingles themselves stay under a limited lifetime warranty through your whole ownership of the Wharton house. Duration also carries wind coverage to 130 mph.
Workmanship
Under Platinum Protection, the way your roof was put on is covered along with the product. Should a Holden Roofing installer miss a step, the manufacturer itself stands behind fixing it. A roofer below Platinum has no way to offer Wharton homeowners that.
Sixty-Five Years of Texas Roofs, Headquartered One County Over
A company that has outlasted six decades of Gulf storms is not leaving Wharton County after this one.
Reviews That Name the People Who Did the Work
This one credits consultant Jeremy Miles, and it says why the family picked an established local company to replace an old roof.
A Free Inspection, Your Photos, and No Paperwork to Sign
Where Holden Roofing Will Lose the Price War
What we can do is show you every line, suggest options that fit the budget, and repair what can be repaired. Reviewers notice that.
“We selected Holden Roofing to replace our old roof because they are a well established local company . They delivered on everything they promised, The install crew was very experienced and completed the work as promised.”
“We contacted Holden Roofing to help us with my Mother’s home… We are so grateful for your added services and different options that were suggested. In this economy, it is RARE that a company will work with your budget and provide first class service.”
How to Reach Holden Roofing From Wharton, and What Happens Next
From Holden Roofing’s headquarters at 2128 First Street, Wharton is about 27 miles and 35 to 40 minutes away. The route runs SH 36 to US 59 / I-69, southwest past Kendleton, then off onto US 59 Business / SH 60 into town.
Dial (281) 344-9083, or send a phone photo of the roof by text. You talk to a person in Rosenberg, not a call center two states away, and a project manager who already works Wharton County books your free inspection.
The First Visit
Within days you have photos of every slope and the attic, a plain-English explanation, and one written recommendation: fix it, replace it, or let it ride. If a storm claim is in play, you also learn whether the damage looks strong enough to file.
Where to Find Holden Roofing in Rosenberg
Holden Roofing Houston (Corporate Office)- Address:2128 First Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471
- Phone:(281) 344-9083
Roofing Services in Wharton: Retail Roofing and Storm Roofing From One Team
Holden Roofing handles both kinds of roof in Wharton: the one you pay for yourself and the one a storm claim pays for. Same crews, same Owens Corning system, same project manager from start to finish.
Wharton weather swings from hurricane bands to spring hail to the odd overnight tornado, so the company that roofs here has to be ready for all of it.
Retail Roofing in Wharton
Free Roof Inspection
A Holden Roofing inspection covers the field shingles, every pipe, vent and flashing, the ridge, the attic side of the deck, and gutters, screens and outbuildings at ground level. You see the photos and get a straight answer.
Schedule one when a Wharton house is changing hands, when a warranty is close to expiring, or whenever 60 mph gusts or quarter-size stones pass within a few miles. It is free and it binds you to nothing.
Roof Replacement
A Holden Roofing replacement starts with a tear-off to bare deck, a board-by-board deck check, then synthetic underlayment, ice and water shield, new drip edge, flashing, ventilation and a full Owens Corning shingle system.
Most Wharton homes, many of them single story and under 2,000 square feet, are torn off and dried in on the same day.
What Install Day Looks Like on a Wharton Street
The crew rolls in early and tarps flower beds, AC units and the driveway. The old layers come off, rotten boards are swapped, and dry-in usually finishes by midday. Shingles follow, then a magnet sweep of the yard and drive before anyone leaves.
Roof Repair
Repair makes sense when the damage is limited and the rest of the roof still has years in it: a cracked pipe boot, a wind-lifted strip, failed flashing at a chimney or a leak around a vent.
Holden Roofing prices repairs on their own line, so nobody talks you into a full roof to stop one drip.
Emergency Roof Repair and Tarping
If wind or debris punches through your roof, a Holden Roofing crew gets a tarp and dry-in on it ahead of the next rain band. Stopping the water early saves sheetrock, insulation and wiring, and Texas policies generally require you to limit further damage.
We shoot every opening first, then cover it, so your claim keeps its evidence.
★★★★★ “during a rain storm I had a leak… Maynard came out to my house that same day and patched up what was causing the leak until they could come and do the total repair when the weather allowed. They also did an inspection on the entire roof.”Storm Roofing in Wharton
Hail Damage Roof Repair
The largest hail on record inside Wharton was golf ball size, and stones half that big still bruise a shingle mat. Holden Roofing inspectors check for granule loss and soft spots, dents in vents and gutters that confirm the stone size, and seal strips broken by the wind behind it.
Wind Damage Roof Repair
Straight-line wind has damaged barns and sheds around Wharton more than once, and a house roof takes the same gust. Holden Roofing checks seal strips slope by slope, because a shingle that lifted once tends to lift again, and records the gust date for the claim.
Hurricane and Tropical Storm Damage
Wharton sits about 35 miles inland from where Beryl came ashore, close enough for hurricane winds and long bands of rain. Holden Roofing’s Rosenberg headquarters runs hurricane claims season after season and brings that routine down US 59.
What the Adjuster Looks For
Creased, torn and missing tabs
Wind damage shows as a crease line across the tab or a shingle gone entirely. Holden Roofing marks each one by slope so the adjuster can count them in place.
Punctures from limbs and debris
Tornado and hurricane debris leaves holes and gouges that read differently from hail. We photograph each one next to the object that caused it when it is still on the roof.
Water inside the house
Stained ceilings, wet insulation and swollen decking prove the opening let water in. Holden Roofing documents the attic so interior damage stays on the same claim.
Storms, Hurricanes and Hail in Wharton: What Hit, When, and What It Did to Your Roof
Wharton sits on the Colorado River in flat Gulf coastal prairie, about 60 miles southwest of Houston, with open farmland running south toward Matagorda Bay. Gulf moisture feeds the spring cells, and tropical systems come straight up from the coast.
The river shapes risk too. About 60 percent of the city lies in the 100-year floodplain, and the Colorado and San Bernard both overflowed during Harvey.
For eleven straight years Texas has topped every state in major hail events, and 2025 alone brought 902 of them. Hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30, and this stretch of the Gulf Coast soaks up more than 50 inches of rain in a typical year.
The Storms Wharton Homeowners Still Bring Up
Harvey and the Hail Years Before It
- March 6, 2008.
Golf ball hail, 1.75 inches, the largest stone on record inside Wharton.
- April 2, 2013.
Hail up to 1.5 inches in town. The latest in-city report on record was 1 inch on December 5, 2016.
- 2017, Hurricane Harvey.
The Colorado and San Bernard flooded, US 59 closed between Hungerford and El Campo, and hundreds of Wharton homes took water, including Hobben Oaks, Bear Bottom, Elm Grove, River Valley and Pecan Valley.
2019 to 2022
- January 19, 2019.
Straight-line winds damaged a barn and a shed about 4 miles east-southeast of Wharton.
- May 25, 2022.
Thunderstorm winds brought trees down about a mile north-northeast of town.
2024: Hail Nearby, Then Beryl, Then a Christmas-Week Tornado
- March 16, 2024.
Hail hit 1.75 inches at Kendleton, about 11 miles northeast, the same storm that dropped 2.75 inch stones near Needville.
- July 8, 2024, Hurricane Beryl.
Landfall near Matagorda as a Category 1, then north over Wharton County. Wharton Regional Airport logged a 56 mph gust on an incomplete record, Bay City gusted to 64 mph, and Lane City took 7.86 inches of rain.
- July 2024, the aftermath.
NWS video near Wharton showed downed power lines, toppled signs and a semi blown over. FEMA opened a recovery center at the Wharton Civic Center on July 27.
- December 26, 2024.
A tornado was reported on the ground about 3 miles southwest of Wharton, toward El Campo.
2025: The June 12 Tornado
- June 12, 2025, about 3:05 a.m.
An EF-1 with 100 mph winds touched down behind apartments on the northeast side of Wharton and crossed CR 166, CR 133 and CR 129. Roughly 10 homes were damaged, many with major roof damage along Everett and Holiness Lanes.
- The same morning.
A second tornado, rated EF-0 at 75 mph, tore the roof off an older shed on CR 111 near Burr.
2026 So Far
- February 14, 2026.
Evening storm winds knocked down trees and overturned or carried off sheds in El Campo, about 13 miles west, and dropped trees near Lane City to the south. Those reports came from neighboring towns, not from inside Wharton.
If any of those dates touched your street and nobody has climbed your roof since, that is the free inspection worth booking.
“Scott was very helpful in assisting us with our insurance claim for storm and wind damage. He was there to guide us through the roof and gutter replacements.”
What Those Storms Did to Wharton’s Roofs, Era by Era
Prewar and 1940s Homes in the Original Townsite, Mayfair, Payne-Wharton and West Milam
Homes this old often sit under plank decking and may already carry two layers. Wind finds brittle shingles at the eaves first. Holden Roofing opens the deck, replaces failed planks and writes a per-board allowance into the price.
1950s to 1970s Ranches in Helms, Smith Garden Spot, Washington Homes, Oakwood and Linwood
With a city median home value near $149,400, many owners stretch a roof well past its life. Beryl’s long gusts tested every weak seal strip, and the claim question here is usually storm damage versus age.
1970s and 1980s Homes in Old Caney Manor, Caney Trails, Caney Grove and Pecan Valley
Many of these houses are on a second or third roof. Pecan Valley took water in Harvey, so on homes near the river Holden Roofing checks the deck from the attic side before quoting.
2000s Builds and Wharton Lakes
Homestead Acres, Oak Gardens, Northpoint Estates and Golf Crest Estate carry newer decks and builder-grade shingles that are now reaching middle age. Lennar’s Wharton Lakes homes, built from 2024 on, are new enough that storm checks matter more than replacement for now.
Barns, Shops and Acreage Around Town
A barn east of town took straight-line wind damage in 2019, and a shed near Burr lost its roof in 2025. R-panel fasteners back out and panels peel at the eave. Holden Roofing re-fastens, replaces panels or re-roofs the whole building.
How Holden Roofing Handles Your Wharton Insurance Claim
Holden Roofing inspects, documents, meets your adjuster, builds to the approved scope and helps you collect depreciation, the same process the Rosenberg headquarters has run on Gulf Coast claims for years. You remain the policyholder, and the claim belongs to you.
We are there so the adjuster cannot overlook a single crease, puncture or soft spot.
Five Steps From Storm to Finished Roof in Wharton
Step 1. Photo Inspection
A Holden Roofing project manager walks the roof, checks the attic and the property, and builds a dated photo report with damage marked slope by slope.
Step 2. A Straight Answer on Whether to File
You learn whether the damage looks strong enough to clear your carrier’s bar. When the evidence is thin, we advise waiting, which keeps a losing claim off your insurance history.
Step 3. The Adjuster Meeting
Your Holden Roofing rep stands on the roof with the adjuster and points out every crease, puncture and bruise, so the scope matches what is really there.
Step 4. Scope Review and Supplements
When the estimate leaves out code items, decking, drip edge or ventilation, Holden Roofing files supplements with the photos and code references to back them.
Step 5. Build, Invoice and Depreciation
Once the roof matches the approved scope, Holden Roofing bills the carrier and chases the held-back depreciation until it lands in your account.
“After confirming the damage to my roof was hail related, he walked me through every step of the insurance claim process. In addition to replacing the roof, he also worked with the insurance company on a supplemental claim to bring the decking up to code.”
When a Wharton Claim Gets Denied
A denial is often where the real claim work begins, especially on older Wharton roofs the carrier wants to write off as worn out. Most Texas policies carry an appraisal clause that lets an independent process settle a dispute.
Holden Roofing reps request re-inspections, bring the storm data, and walk homeowners through appraisal and, when it fits, a licensed public adjuster.
Texas House Bill 2102 and Your Deductible
A roofer who pays, rebates or quietly skips your deductible has been breaking Texas law since 2019. It is a Class B misdemeanor carrying up to six months in jail and a $2,000 fine, and carriers may demand proof you paid before releasing depreciation.
No Holden Roofing rep will ever offer to eat a deductible. What you get instead is your real out-of-pocket figure, in writing, before anything comes off the house.
| Typical Wharton storm claim line item | Usually covered by insurance | Homeowner responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| Tear-off and haul-away of storm-damaged layers | Yes | Deductible only |
| Shingles, underlayment, starter strip and ridge cap | Yes, at the approved scope | Upgrades past like-for-like |
| Rotten or storm-broken decking boards | Often, with photos | Depends on the policy |
| Drip edge, valley ice and water, ventilation to code | Often, through a supplement | Depends on the carrier |
| Gutters, screens, AC fins, sheds and fences | Yes, when storm damaged | Deductible only |
| Upgrade to a Class 4 impact-resistant shingle | Sometimes, by endorsement | The cost difference |
| Recoverable depreciation | Paid after the final invoice | None when finished on time |
Shingle, Metal, Tile and Flat Roofing for Wharton Homes
Around Wharton, Holden Roofing puts on everything from Owens Corning shingles to standing seam, R-panel and stone-coated steel, clay or concrete tile, and low-slope TPO, modified bitumen or coatings. Home crews and commercial crews build to a single spec.
That covers a shingle house, a metal barn and a flat porch roof on the same Wharton County property.
| Roofing system | Expected life in Wharton | Storm performance | Typical installed cost | Best fit in Wharton |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owens Corning Duration architectural shingle | 15 to 25 years | 130 mph wind warranty, StreakGuard algae resistance | $9,000 to $26,000+ | Most in-town homes, Caney Trails, Helms, insurance replacements |
| Owens Corning Duration FLEX (Class 4) | 20 to 30 years | UL 2218 Class 4, SBS polymer-modified, 130 mph | $11,000 to $30,000+ | Owners chasing the Class 4 premium discount, Northpoint Estates, Golf Crest Estate |
| Standing seam metal | 40 to 70 years | Excellent in wind, may show cosmetic dents | $18,000 to $43,000+ | Long-term owners, acreage homes, homes near the river |
| R-panel and stone-coated steel | 30 to 50 years | Very good | Quoted after inspection | Barns, shops and storage buildings on the county roads |
| Clay or concrete tile | 50+ years | Strong, though a single tile can crack | $25,000 to $58,000+ | The occasional Spanish or Mediterranean custom home |
| TPO, modified bitumen, coatings (low slope) | 15 to 30 years | Good over sound insulation board | Quoted after inspection | Porches, additions, downtown storefronts near the square |
Asphalt Shingle Roofing With Owens Corning
Duration
Duration is the shingle Holden Roofing installs most in Wharton, and its SureNail strip is the reason. StreakGuard also fights the dark algae streaks that grow on north slopes in Gulf Coast humidity.
SureNail Technology
A woven fabric strip in the nailing zone grips each nail and backs the 130 mph wind warranty. It holds through the heat cycles that bake a Wharton roof from May to September.
Duration FLEX
Inside Duration FLEX is SBS rubberized asphalt, so a hailstone dents it and moves on rather than splitting the mat, which is how it earns UL 2218 Class 4.
How Class 4 Is Earned
Lab techs let a 2-inch steel ball fall 20 feet, hitting one spot two times, and any crack fails the shingle. Under Section 2253 of the Texas Insurance Code, carriers must offer Class 4 homes a discount; in the Houston and Fort Bend market the wind and hail share commonly drops 15 to 22 percent.
Ask your agent what that discount is worth on your Wharton policy before you choose between Duration and FLEX.
Metal Roofing in Wharton
Metal fits Wharton better than most towns its size, from standing seam on a house to R-panel on the barn out back. Standing seam uses hidden clips and painted 24 or 26 gauge panels, and it is Holden Roofing’s pick for a primary home.
R-panel and stone-coated steel suit shops, barns and storage buildings on acreage. The restored 1889 courthouse downtown even wears a replicated pressed metal shingle roof.
Tile Roofing in Wharton
Tile is rare in Wharton, but where it exists it needs a crew that knows tile is usually fine long after the underlayment beneath it gives out. Holden Roofing lifts and saves sound tile, installs new high-temperature underlayment, replaces broken pieces and rebuilds wall and chimney flashing.
Flat and Low-Slope Roofing in Wharton
Downtown storefronts near the square, porch roofs, carports and additions often run on low-slope systems, and Holden Roofing’s commercial division installs TPO, modified bitumen and roof coatings.
If the membrane is tired but the deck is dry, a silicone or acrylic coat may buy five to ten years at a fraction of tear-off money.
“Chris Garrett at Holden went above and beyond our expectations for putting a new 10,000 SF roof on our commercial building. Chris has superb communication throughout the whole process and we are very happy with the end result, price, and time frame.”
What a New Roof Costs in Wharton in 2026
Replacing the architectural shingles on a typical Wharton home costs $9,000 to $26,000+ in 2026, and most of the spread comes from size, pitch, the number of old layers and how much decking needs replacing. Upgrading to Class 4 Duration FLEX brings it to $11,000 to $30,000+.
Wharton homeowners pricing metal should plan on $18,000 to $43,000+ for standing seam, while tile sits at $25,000 to $58,000+. Fixing a leak or a storm-torn section usually costs $1,200 to $8,500+, more when boards underneath must be opened.
| Wharton home profile | Roof size | Asphalt shingles (Owens Corning Duration) | Standing seam metal | Tile roofing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,300 sq ft one story, Mayfair or Helms | 16 to 20 squares | $9,000 to $15,000+ | $18,000 to $27,000+ | $25,000 to $36,000+ |
| 1,800 sq ft one story, Caney Trails or Old Caney Manor | 20 to 25 squares | $10,500 to $19,000+ | $21,000 to $34,000+ | $29,000 to $45,000+ |
| 2,400 sq ft home with hips, Northpoint Estates or Golf Crest Estate | 27 to 34 squares | $14,000 to $26,000+ | $28,000 to $43,000+ | $38,000 to $58,000+ |
| Roof repair: pipe boots, flashing, wind-lifted strip, small leak | Under 1 to 3 squares | $1,200 to $8,500+ | $1,200 to $8,500+ | $1,200 to $8,500+ |
Why Two Wharton Quotes Can Be Thousands Apart
Holden Roofing itemizes tear-off by layer, a per-board decking allowance, underlayment, ice and water shield, drip edge, starter, field shingles, hip and ridge, ventilation and the city permit. If another Wharton bid is far lower, ask which lines vanished.
Two old layers, soft plank decking in prewar homes and steep hips on newer houses all move a price toward the top of the range.
Paying for a Wharton Roof
Lending partners let Wharton families spread out the cost when there is no claim, when the deductible is steep, or when Class 4 or metal costs more than the policy pays.
Your Wharton Roof Replacement in Six Steps From First Call to Final Nail Sweep
A free look, with pictures.
Your project manager goes up top and into the attic, then flips through every photo with you on a tablet before heading back up US 59.
Price on paper, or the claim scope.
Paying yourself? You get an itemized number. Storm customers get a rep on the roof with the adjuster, then a review of the carrier’s scope.
Picking the material and color.
Owens Corning color boards and sample shingles at your table, with panel samples if you are going metal.
Permit, scheduling and delivery.
Holden Roofing pulls the City of Wharton permit, confirms the date, and drops materials the day before with a note on what to clear.
Install day.
Full tear-off, deck check, dry-in, shingles or panels, and cleanup with a magnet sweep. Most shingle roofs finish in a single day.
City inspection, walkthrough and warranty.
The roof gets its city sign-off, your project manager walks it with you, registers the Owens Corning warranty and sends the carrier the final invoice.
“Frank and the team at Holden Roofing did an exceptional job replacing our rather large and highly pitched roof in a single day with zero issues and a very thorough post installation clean up.”
Wharton Homeowners on Holden Roofing: 957 Reviews, 4.8 Stars
Read enough of the 957 reviews and three themes keep coming up: a rep who refuses to quit on the carrier, a crew that finishes fast, and kindness when a storm has turned life upside down.
“He Stayed and Fought for Us”
“Stephen Stark had them come back out an additional two more time, and got us the evaluation we needed… He actually stayed and fought for us and our needs… The actual roof was easy. Less than a day and perfect, no leaks, no issues…”
“He Stayed and Fought for Us”
“He is incredible at communication. Always takes your call and give you the time that you need… He also totally went to bat with us against the insurance when they did not want to cover 100% of roof damage from hail”
“In a Hurricane, They Showed Up”
“Holden roofing was very kind very understanding due to the fact that we were in a hurricane and some people had small damages and some people had large damages. I was just so blessed to have him come over and do a job for me. God bless you Holden roofing.”
“One Day, Clean Up and All”
“We love our new roof! The quality of the workmanship and materials are second to none. Mike Talty kept us informed and made sure we were happy. Completed in one day clean up and all.”
Wharton Is Served by Holden Roofing’s Rosenberg Office
Wharton homeowners are served by Holden Roofing’s headquarters in Rosenberg, at 2128 First Street, about 27 miles and 35 to 40 minutes away by US 59. The same storms that cross Wharton County usually reach Fort Bend next, so our crews are already working the corridor.
Holden Roofing Houston (Corporate Office)
- Address:2128 First Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471
- Phone:(281) 344-9083
Wharton Neighborhoods and Subdivisions Holden Roofing Works In
All of Wharton shares ZIP 77488, from the courthouse square out to the newest builder homes.
downtown blocks around the 1889 courthouse, with homes dating back to 1858.
late-1940s homes close to the center of town.
1940s and 1950s streets with older decks.
1950s to 1970 ranch homes.
homes listed from 1950, 1960 and 1990.
1970-era homes.
early to mid-1970s ranches.
1975 to early-1980s homes.
1970s homes near the river, flooded in Harvey.
river-adjacent areas hit hard in 2017.
2001 to 2009 builds.
newer homes, with 2022 builds listed.
Lennar’s 2024 to 2026 community on Wharton Lakes Blvd, with a lake and trails.
Nearby Holden Roofing Service Areas
East Bernard
about 15 miles north up SH 60, on the San Bernard River at the Fort Bend line.
Beasley
on US 59 between Wharton and Rosenberg, with Emberly and Talon Ridge bringing new roofs fast.
Needville
south of Rosenberg on SH 36, where 2.75 inch hail fell in March 2024.
Hungerford, Glen Flora, Lane City, Boling, Burr, Egypt and El Campo homeowners are served from the same Rosenberg headquarters.
Roofing Permits in Wharton
Inside Wharton city limits, a residential re-roof needs a City of Wharton building permit. The fee is $2.50 per square for a tear-off, $3 per square when decking is replaced, and 6 cents per square foot for a metal roof. Working without one costs $100 a day.
Contractors register with the city through MyGov, and the fee is paid in person at Code Enforcement, 120 E. Caney St. The city builds to the 2018 IRC, allows two roof layers at most, and wants a day’s notice for each inspection, with the contractor present.
Outside city limits, Wharton County has no re-roof permit on record, though a flood-zone home needs a county permit to repair after a flood. Check your deed restrictions too. Holden Roofing confirms which rules apply to your address before quoting.
Storm Chasers Knock in Wharton Too. Here’s How to Tell Holden Roofing From the Rest
Yes, Holden Roofing reps sometimes knock on Wharton doors after a big storm, and we would rather admit it here than have you discover it on the porch. Most homeowners cannot see roof damage from the yard, and an inspection is how you learn before a claim window closes.
What separates us from the trucks that vanish is everything that happens after that knock.
- A Texas headquarters you can drive to. Ours sits at 2128 First Street in Rosenberg, open to anyone who drives up. Ask the other company where theirs is.
- A credential the manufacturer confirms. Owens Corning lists Holden Roofing in its Platinum Preferred directory. Lettering on a truck door confirms nothing.
- Reviews older than the last storm. 957 Google reviews built over years of Gulf Coast weather, not one hurricane season.
- No deductible games. Covering your deductible is a crime under HB 2102, and an offer to do it tells you how the rest of the job will go.
- A written scope before a contract. A contingency form signed on the porch before anyone climbs a ladder is a warning sign.
- A permit pulled with the City of Wharton. A crew that skips it leaves you with the $100 a day exposure.
- Installers who stay on the payroll. Roughly 400 across Texas, not a crew found online the week after the storm.
“Stephen is professional and thoroughly explains the entire process, so there are no unrealistic expectations from the beginning… We’ve had many roofing companies approach us, but. Stephen was by far the best!!”
Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Roofer in Wharton TX
Call (281) 344-9083
How much does a roofer in Wharton TX charge to replace a roof?
Most Wharton shingle replacements land between $9,000 and $26,000+ in 2026, or $11,000 to $30,000+ for Class 4 Duration FLEX. A standing seam metal roof costs $18,000 to $43,000+, and tile costs $25,000 to $58,000+.
Repairs cost $1,200 to $8,500+. You get the inspection free, followed by an itemized written price for your house.
Did Hurricane Beryl damage roofs in Wharton?
Yes, Beryl moved north over Wharton County after landfall near Matagorda on July 8, 2024. The airport logged a 56 mph gust on an incomplete record, the mayor declared a local disaster, and FEMA opened a recovery center at the Civic Center. Unchecked roofs are worth inspecting.
Does a new roof in Wharton need a windstorm (WPI-8) certificate?
No. Texas Department of Insurance maps leave Wharton County out of the designated catastrophe zone, so no WPI-8 applies here. Matagorda County, just south, is inside it. Holden Roofing still builds every Wharton roof to the Owens Corning wind standard.
My house is outside Wharton city limits. Do I still need a permit?
The county has no re-roof permit on record, so most rural re-roofs need none. The exception is a home in a flood zone being repaired after a flood, which needs a Wharton County permit. Holden Roofing checks your address first.
Is a metal roof a good choice for a Wharton home or barn?
Often, yes. Standing seam can last 40 to 70 years and stands up well to Gulf wind, and R-panel is the practical choice for barns and shops. The City of Wharton prices a metal re-roof permit at 6 cents per square foot.
Are Class 4 shingles worth it in Wharton?
For many Wharton homeowners, yes, because Texas law requires carriers to offer a Class 4 premium discount. Around Houston and Fort Bend it often runs 15 to 22 percent on wind and hail. Holden Roofing’s Class 4 choice is Owens Corning Duration FLEX.
How long does a roof replacement take on a Wharton home?
One day for most single-story Wharton shingle roofs, and up to two days for big, steep or two-layer tear-offs. Metal or tile jobs usually need two to five working days. The city inspection comes after, with a day’s notice and the contractor present.
What does Owens Corning Platinum Preferred mean for a Wharton homeowner?
It is the highest rung Owens Corning offers installers, and fewer than 7 percent of its Preferred Contractors are ever invited onto it. Only Platinum contractors can register Platinum Protection, which covers the installation as well as the shingles. Holden Roofing holds it statewide.
Holden Roofing Houston (Corporate Office)2128 First Street, Rosenberg, TX 77471(281) 344-9083
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