Metal Roof Replacement in Savannah, GA

Savannah roofs live a hard life. The city sits on a low sandy bluff above the Savannah River, close to the Atlantic, under live oaks draped in Spanish moss and loblolly pines that drop limbs and needles year round. Salt-laden humid air, intense summer UV, and violent afternoon thunderstorms chew through shingle roofs faster here than in most of Georgia. When your roof reaches the end of the line, Metal Roof Replacement in Savannah gives you a storm-ready system that shrugs off wind, heat, and debris instead of soaking it up. We tear off the old roof, inspect and repair the decking, and install a complete new metal roof built for Chatham County weather. If you are weighing options, start with our metal roof installation overview, then we can talk replacement once the scope is clear.

Why Metal Roof Replacement Makes Sense on Savannah Homes

Savannah's building stock is old and varied. Historic District row houses and Greek Revival townhouses carry low hipped and flat roofs. Victorian District and Thomas Square homes have steep gables and porches. Ardsley Park and Midtown bungalows from the 1920s to 1940s are still wearing original or second-generation roofs. Raised Lowcountry cottages on Tybee Island and the Isle of Hope see the worst of the salt air. In every case, the dominant failure mode here is wind-driven rain and debris-driven moisture, not snow or ice.

• Hurricane and tropical-storm wind lifts and creases aging shingles, and each storm leaves the roof weaker.
• Spanish moss, oak leaves, and pine straw trap moisture against the roof surface and rot decking underneath.
• Summer UV bakes asphalt shingles brittle, so granule loss accelerates after 12 to 15 years.
• Salt-laden humid air corrodes fasteners and flashing on older roofs long before the panels fail.

A full replacement resets the clock and gives you a roof rated for the wind zone you actually live in.

Key info: A raised cottage on Wilmington Island with a 15-year-old shingle roof after two named storms is a typical replacement candidate. The decking usually shows soft spots near the valleys where oak debris sat through the wet season.

Roofing permits are commonly required for a full replacement or re-roof in Savannah and Chatham County, and thresholds, fees, and inspection requirements vary by jurisdiction. Confirm the current rules with the City of Savannah building department before work starts: savannahga.gov.

How We Replace a Metal Roof in Savannah, Step by Step

Every replacement starts with a full tear-off, not a layover. We strip the old roofing to the deck, because stacking a third layer is limited by code and hides rot you need to see. From there the job follows a fixed sequence, and we photograph each stage so you can see what was under the old roof.

1. We walk the roof and attic, measure the footprint, and document storm damage and decking condition for your records.
2. We pull the permit and schedule the tear-off, protecting landscaping, gutters, and the driveway before the first shingle moves.
3. We remove the old roofing and haul it away, then inspect every sheet of decking and replace soft or delaminated panels.
4. We install underlayment, ice and water shield in the valleys, and new flashing at chimneys, skylights, and wall transitions.
5. We set the new metal system, whether that is standing seam, 5V-crimp, metal shingle, or stone-coated steel, and fasten per the manufacturer's wind rating.
6. We clean the site, walk the roof with you, and hand over the warranty paperwork and permit inspection sign-off.

If your existing roof is a single layer and the deck is sound, a metal roof over shingles may be a code-compliant shortcut, and we will tell you honestly when it is not.

Key info: On a 1950s brick ranch in Windsor Forest, we found the original 1x6 decking had soft spots along the south slope where sun and moss had cooked the shingles. We replaced 14 boards before the new panels went down, which is exactly the kind of repair a layover would have buried.

Replacement Approaches We Install Across Savannah

The right metal system depends on your roof pitch, your budget, and how the house reads from the street. Historic district and HOA design review can restrict panel profile and color, so we check that before ordering material. Here is how the main replacement options compare.

Whichever profile you choose, the install details (underlayment, flashing, fastener torque) decide whether the roof lasts 20 years or 50. That is where we spend the time.

Metal Roof Replacement Cost in Savannah: What to Expect

Replacement pricing starts around From $9/sq ft for a standard exposed-fastener system on a straightforward roof, and climbs from there. Standing seam, metal shingle, and stone-coated steel sit higher because of material cost and the labor that concealed fasteners and complex trim demand. The number that matters is your roof, not an average, so we measure before we quote.

Several local factors move the price:

• Roof pitch and complexity: steep Victorian gables and multiple valleys take longer than a simple ranch hip.
• Decking condition: soft boards, rot, or original 1x6 decking add repair time before panels go down.
• Access: tight Historic District lots and mature live oaks over the roof slow the tear-off and require protection.
• Panel profile and color: standing seam and specialty metals cost more than 5V-crimp; some colors carry lead times.
• Penetrations: chimneys, skylights, and dormers mean more flashing and more detail work.

Get two or three written estimates on the same scope, and make sure each one states whether the decking repair is included or billed separately. Our full pricing overview breaks down the ranges by system and roof type.

Hiring a Metal Roofing Contractor Near Me in Savannah: What to Check

Replacement is a big check, and the contractor matters as much as the panel. A low bid that skips decking repair or uses the wrong fasteners will cost you again in five years. Use these checks before you sign anything.

• Confirm the contractor is licensed and insured, and ask for the certificate, not just a verbal yes.
• Get at least three written estimates on identical scope so you can compare apples to apples.
• Ask for local references on metal replacements, ideally in your neighborhood or a similar roof type.
• Check who pulls the permit and who handles the inspection; a full replacement usually needs one.
• If you are in a historic district or HOA, confirm the panel profile and color are approved before material is ordered.

Reach out through our contact page to set up a free estimate.

Homeowners in Thunderbolt and the Isle of Hope can also check our Thunderbolt service page for neighborhood-specific notes on raised cottages and salt exposure.

Metal Roof Replacement in Savannah: Pricing Guide

Indicative pricing, the exact cost depends on square footage, finish, and site access. Free personalized estimate within 24h at (912) 468-1649.