Merle Hay, Des Moines
Merle Hay Roofing, Des Moines
The Merle Hay area on the northwest side is largely post-war ranches and split-levels built between the 1950s and 1970s. Simple rooflines make these some of the fastest and most affordable replacements in Des Moines.
Free, no obligation. Asphalt replacement averages $500-$550 per square - some roofs come in under that and complex roofs run higher - and the final price is confirmed with an on-site inspection.
Merle Hay homes and roofs
Single-story ranches and split-levels with low to moderate pitches and attached garages. Original ventilation is often minimal, so we usually add ridge vent while the roof is open.
- Typical roof size
- 16-26 squares
- Typical replacement
- $8,000-$13,000
Near Merle Hay Road, Douglas Avenue, Merle Hay Mall, Beaver Avenue.
What we see most in Merle Hay
- Hail bruising on aging 3-tab shingles
- Inadequate attic ventilation and heat damage
- Flat or low-slope garage and carport sections
- Gutter and downspout drainage against the foundation
Roofing services in Merle Hay
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Merle Hay roofing questions
How much does a new roof cost in Merle Hay, Des Moines?
Most Merle Hay homes measure 16-26 squares, which puts a typical asphalt shingle replacement around $8,000-$13,000. Asphalt averages $500-$550 per roofing square - simpler roofs can come in below that and steep, multi-story, or complex roofs run above it depending on pitch, stories, tear-off layers, and decking condition - and a sales rep confirms the final number during a free on-site inspection.
Can I get a free roof estimate for my Merle Hay home?
Yes. Our instant estimator measures your Merle Hay roof from current satellite imagery and returns a price range in about a minute, with no cost and no obligation. We then confirm the details in person before any work is scheduled.
What roofing problems are most common in Merle Hay?
In Merle Hay we most often find hail bruising on aging 3-tab shingles, inadequate attic ventilation and heat damage, flat or low-slope garage and carport sections, gutter and downspout drainage against the foundation. Single-story ranches and split-levels with low to moderate pitches and attached garages. Original ventilation is often minimal, so we usually add ridge vent while the roof is open.
Do you work near Merle Hay Road?
Yes. We cover all of Merle Hay and the surrounding Des Moines area, including Merle Hay Road, Douglas Avenue, Merle Hay Mall, Beaver Avenue, along with the rest of Polk County.
What do you do after hail or wind damage in Merle Hay?
We inspect the roof and document what we find with photos and measurements so you have a clear written record of the condition, then walk you through repair or replacement options. Any insurance process is handled by you directly with your own carrier.
Get your Merle Hay roof estimate
Enter your address and we will measure your roof from current satellite imagery, then confirm the details with a free on-site inspection.
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