Des Moines is a city of old trees and older roofs. From the steep gables of Sherman Hill Victorians to the low-slung ranches of the south side, every neighborhood here has its own roofline story, and most of those stories involve hail, wind, and heavy snow.
If you own a home in 50309 or anywhere around the metro, you've probably seen what a derecho or a spring hailstorm can do to asphalt shingles. That's why more homeowners call Des Moines Metal Roofing. We're local, we know the housing stock from Beaverdale brick Tudors to Ankeny subdivision two-stories, and we install and repair metal roofs built for this climate.
Metal Roofing in Des Moines (50309)
Des Moines sits where the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers meet, on flat to gently rolling glacial till and black prairie soil. That soil moves with the seasons, and it puts extra stress on roof edges and flashing details. Older neighborhoods like Sherman Hill, Capitol East, and the Drake area have steep roofs and tight lots, so staging materials and getting equipment in and out takes planning. In Beaverdale and Waterbury, the 1920s brick Tudors and bungalows often have original roof decks that need a careful once-over before we cover them. Out west in West Des Moines, Urbandale, and Waukee, newer homes with low-pitch roofs are prime candidates for standing seam or stone-coated steel because those profiles shed hail and wind better than shingles.
Our team has worked on every kind of roof this city has, from Victorian slate replacements to retrofit metal over shingles on 1970s ranches. We know how hail dents different metals, how ice dams form at the eaves on high-elevation homes, and why screw replacement matters after a derecho. We serve Des Moines and the surrounding suburbs, and we bring the same approach to a small leak repair in Highland Park as we do to a full standing seam install in Johnston.
Our services in Des Moines
- Metal Roof Installation in Des Moines · Complete metal roof installation for homes across Des Moines and central Iowa…
- Standing Seam Metal Roofing in Des Moines · Concealed-fastener standing seam systems…
- Metal Roof Replacement in Des Moines · Full tear-off and replacement of hail-battered shingle or end-of-life metal…
- Metal Roof Over Shingles (Retrofit) in Des Moines · A new metal roof installed directly over your existing asphalt shingles…
- Metal Roof Repair in Des Moines · Repair of damaged, loose or storm-hit metal roofing…
- Metal Roof Leak Repair in Des Moines · Priority leak response for metal roofs…
- Screw Replacement & Re-Fastening in Des Moines · Des Moines' swing from sub-zero winters to humid 90-degree summers expands and…
- Corrugated & Ribbed Panel Roofing in Des Moines · Exposed-fastener metal roofing (corrugated, R-panel and 5V)…
- Metal Shingle Roofing in Des Moines · Metal shingles that deliver the look of architectural shingles…
- Stone-Coated Steel Roofing in Des Moines · Stone-coated steel systems combining steel strength with a textured traditional…
- Copper & Specialty Metal Roofing in Des Moines · Copper, zinc and aluminum roofing for accents, porches…
- Metal Roof Coating & Painting in Des Moines · Restoration of faded, chalking or surface-rusted metal roofs: cleaning…
- Flashing, Chimney & Skylight Repair in Des Moines · Repair and custom fabrication of flashing around chimneys, skylights, valleys…
- Snow Guards & Ice Protection in Des Moines · Snow guards and rail systems for metal roofs…
- Storm & Wind Damage Repair in Des Moines · Repair of hail, derecho wind and tornado-season damage to metal roofing…
- Metal Roof Inspection in Des Moines · Complete metal roof inspections for homeowners…
- Gutters for Metal Roofs in Des Moines · Seamless gutter systems sized and mounted correctly for metal roofing…
- Commercial & Agricultural Metal Roofing in Des Moines · Metal roofing for barns, workshops, churches…
How a Job Works in Des Moines
Step 1: You call us at (515) 461-7188 or request a free estimate online. We schedule an on-site assessment, usually within a few days. We'll walk the roof, check the deck, flashing, and fasteners, and talk through options that fit your home and budget. If you're in a historic district or an HOA, we'll flag that early so there are no surprises.
Step 2: Once you approve the scope, we pull the required permits. Roofing permits are commonly required for full replacements and re-roofs in Des Moines, and thresholds vary by jurisdiction. We coordinate with the local building department and, if needed, historic review or HOA design approval. On tight lots in Sherman Hill or Capitol East, we plan material drops and dumpster placement carefully so we don't block alleys or neighbors. Then our crew gets to work, protecting landscaping and keeping the site secure each day.
Step 3: After the last panel or shingle goes down, we do a full cleanup, magnet sweep for nails, and a final walkthrough with you. We make sure gutters and downspouts are clear and that everything meets code. We leave your property clean and your roof ready for the next Iowa storm.
Pricing in Des Moines depends on roof size, pitch, access, and condition. As a ballpark, metal roof installation starts at $8 per square foot, standing seam at $10, metal roof replacement at $9, and retrofit over existing shingles at $7. Corrugated and ribbed panel roofing starts at $5.50, metal shingle and stone-coated steel at $9, and copper or specialty metal at $20. Repairs start at $450, leak repairs at $450, and screw replacement or re-fastening at $750. Coating and painting starts at $2.50 per square foot, and snow guards start at $1,200. Storm and wind damage inspections are free. For a realistic number for your home, call (515) 461-7188 and we'll schedule a free estimate.