Roof Installation — Southeast Louisiana & Mississippi Gulf Coast
On the Gulf Coast, a roof isn’t just a finish — it’s a weather system. A proper roof installation has to manage wind-driven rain, long heat cycles, and humidity that exposes shortcuts fast. Southern Home Improvement Center (SHIC) installs residential roofing systems with a details-first approach: controlled water paths, a reinforced perimeter build, and ventilation that stays balanced in real Louisiana and Mississippi conditions.
For more than 30 years, SHIC has served homeowners across Southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi Gulf Coast as a licensed and insured contractor. Our crews protect your property during the job, keep the site clean, and back the work with a written workmanship warranty.
Roof installation services
We install roofing systems designed for Gulf Coast stressors — heavy rain events, long UV exposure, and seasonal wind uplift. Your scope is measured and built around your roof’s geometry, penetrations, and exposure rather than a one-size estimate.
- Architectural asphalt shingle systems designed for consistent fastening and clean alignment across complex rooflines.
- Impact-rated shingle options (Class 3/4) when the profile you choose supports that performance level and it makes sense for your exposure.
- Metal roofing (select profiles) for homeowners prioritizing longevity and low maintenance, when transitions and ventilation are designed correctly.
- Ventilation and critical accessories — baffled ridge vents, verified soffit intake paths, modern pipe boots, flashing packages, and valley detailing built for heavy rain.
If you want a broader planning hub that covers replacement scenarios, city pages, and deeper comparisons, use this overview: Roof Replacement & Installation.
FORTIFIED-ready installation
Even when homeowners don’t pursue formal certification, we install using methods aligned with FORTIFIED™ Roof principles so the system performs better and the documentation is clearer. If you want to certify, we can coordinate a third-party evaluator and build the scope around what will be inspected.
- Sealed roof deck (SRD) options — taped seam strategies with underlayment or fully adhered membranes depending on deck condition and goals.
- Enhanced perimeter build — correct edge metal sizing and dense fastening patterns at eaves and rakes to resist uplift and water intrusion.
- Wind-tested ridge vent with balanced intake — baffled ridge vent paired with verified soffit intake paths, without mixing exhaust types on the same plane.
- Documentation by phase — labeled photos and specs that map cleanly to mitigation and credit forms.
For certification-focused projects, start here: Certified FORTIFIED™ Installation — LA & MS.
Roof installation workflow
This is the disciplined, low-disruption sequence our crews follow on occupied homes. The goal is simple: protect the property, move quickly to dry-in, and keep the scope verifiable.
- Protection and staging — tarps, boards, safe drop zones, and a quick walk-through to confirm scope and fragile areas.
- Tear-off and deck review — remove old materials, inspect sheathing, and replace compromised areas when needed.
- SRD and underlayment — seal seams or apply membrane; install underlayment with measured laps and correct detailing at transitions.
- Edges, valleys, and flashings — edge metal, valley liners or membranes, step/counter-flashing, and kick-outs where required.
- Install and ventilation verification — manufacturer fastening specifications, baffled ridge vent, and confirmed intake paths. Vent basics: Attic Ventilation in Louisiana.
- Final QA and photo log — street-level and eave-level checks plus labeled photos for your records.
Most single-family homes finish in one to two working days, weather and deck repairs permitting. If your roofline is complex or you have multiple additions and transitions, we set expectations up front so the schedule stays predictable.
Materials & options
We install coastal-proven products and focus on the pieces that drive performance — not just the visible layer. Material selection is based on geometry, exposure, ventilation paths, and the documentation goals you care about.
- Shingles — architectural profiles with wide nailing zones; optional impact-rated selections when appropriate.
- Algae resistance — granule technologies designed to reduce dark streaking in humid climates.
- Underlayment and SRD — synthetic underlayments, membranes, and seam tapes matched to deck condition and upgrade goals.
- Ridge and intake — baffled ridge vent products and soffit solutions sized for balanced airflow.
If you’re budgeting before the visit, this guide explains what actually drives cost in Louisiana: Cost of a New Roof in Louisiana.
Pricing & estimates
Every home is different — roof area, slope count, pitch, penetrations, deck condition, and trim all influence price. Our estimator measures, verifies ventilation paths, and shows samples on site so your proposal reflects your roof — not averages.
What you receive in writing
To keep comparisons fair and reduce surprises, we document scope and decisions clearly. Your proposal is built so you can compare it line-by-line against other estimates.
- Measured scope (planes, penetrations, complexity) with the system approach summarized in plain English.
- Line-item proposal separating materials, labor, disposal, and any deck or flashing repairs.
- Ventilation notes based on real intake and exhaust paths, not assumptions.
- Photo documentation captured by phase for your records and mitigation paperwork.
If a storm has made the roof unsafe or actively leaking, use this guide for short-term stabilization while you schedule your visit: Emergency Roof Tarping & Dry-In.
Insurance discounts & documentation
Insurers don’t credit “good intentions” — they credit verifiable mitigation. We photograph the build by phase and can align labeled documentation to carrier mitigation forms. If you choose formal FORTIFIED certification, we’ll help coordinate the evaluator and keep the scope aligned to what will be inspected.
To avoid the common mistakes that break discount eligibility, use this anti-checklist: 9 Reroof Mistakes That Cost You Discounts.
Clean job-site standard
Roofing shouldn’t leave a mess. Our cleanup standard is designed for occupied homes and landscaped properties, with a clear “finished property” expectation at the end of the job.
- Tear-off material is collected and hauled away promptly.
- Lawn and driveway are rolled with a magnetic sweeper for stray fasteners.
- A final walk-through confirms exterior areas are clean before close-out.
If you have a pool area, delicate landscaping, or tight driveway access, tell us during scheduling so we can plan protection and staging correctly.
Where we work
We install across Southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi Gulf Coast, including Baton Rouge, New Orleans routing, the Northshore, and coastal Mississippi scheduling. For city-specific guidance, start with one of these pages:
For the complete list of service routing, use our coverage page: Full Service Area.
FAQ
How long does a typical roof installation take?
Most single-family homes complete in one to two working days, depending on size, complexity, weather, and any deck repairs.
Can you build to the FORTIFIED™ standard?
Yes. We routinely build FORTIFIED-ready, and we can coordinate a third-party evaluator if you choose formal certification.
Do you help with insurer documentation?
We capture labeled photos by phase and can align them to your carrier’s mitigation or FORTIFIED credit form.
What if a storm hits before the crew arrives?
Use safe temporary protection steps from this guide, then contact us — our scheduler will prioritize vulnerable roofs: Emergency Roof Tarping & Dry-In.
Get your free on-site estimate
Ready to plan a roof installation built for Gulf Coast weather? Fill out the form below — or call (225) 766-4244, (504) 833-1835, (985) 626-3755, (985) 643-6611, or (228) 467-7484. We’ll inspect your roof, show material options, and provide a clear, no-pressure written proposal.
