Roof Replacement in The Colony, TX
The Colony, TX started as a planned tract of homes in the mid-1970s, and many of those first houses are well past their original roof. Tell us what you're seeing on yours. We'll walk through the City's re-roof requirements and typical costs. Then a local roofing pro comes out, inspects it and writes up a price.
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Roof Replacement for The Colony, TX Homes
The Colony sits in Denton County, about 11 miles west-northwest of central Plano, TX. Lewisville Lake forms its western edge, which is why the city calls itself the "City by the Lake."
The story of the place is mostly a story of houses. Local history says a homebuilder bought land around State Highway 121 in 1973. The first families moved in during October 1974, and the city incorporated in 1977.
From 1974 Tract Homes to Newer Builds
Census survey data shows about 35% of homes here were built between 1970 and 1989. Those are the tract years. A house from that first build-out has likely seen one or two replacements already, and many of those later roofs are wearing out in turn.
Newer construction came later, and the SH 121 corridor now holds Grandscape. So the age of a roof on your street can vary a lot. Two houses that look alike from the curb may be a decade apart on top.
The Census counted 44,534 residents in 2020 and estimated 46,196 in 2025. Owners live in about 59.8% of homes. The Census puts the median owner home value at $383,900 and median household income at $114,511.
Roofing Help Available in The Colony, TX
- Whole-roof replacement. On a 1970s tract home, the old covering has to come off before the new one goes on. See full roof replacement.
- Repairs. A few lifted shingles near the ridge don't always mean a new roof. Ask about roof repair first.
- After hail or wind. The roofer can take photos and write a damage report. Your insurance company decides whether a claim is paid. Learn more about storm and hail damage.
- Shingle choices. Architectural shingles are the usual pick, and Class 4 impact-resistant ones cost a bit more. Compare them on shingle roof replacement.
- Metal. Some owners near the lake look at metal for its long life. Read about metal roof replacement.
Spring Weather by the Lake
We found no National Weather Service report that names The Colony, so we won't point to one. What we can say is that North Texas spring weather brings hail and strong gusts to this part of Denton County, as it does across the region.
After a rough spring evening, take a slow walk around the yard. Shingle pieces on the lawn or a pile of granules by a downspout are worth a second look, and a roofer can go up to check.
What The Colony, TX Asks of a Re-Roof
The City's re-roof sheet is clear: "For sheathing and/or roof replacements, a permit is required." When the work is done, a final inspection checks that the materials went on properly. The inspector needs attic access to look at the vent piping. If you'd rather skip the final, the City accepts a notarized waiver in its place.
The same sheet sets a few ground rules. The old covering must come off before the new one goes on, so no layering over. Unpackaged "seconds" shingles aren't allowed. Rotten decking or rafters get replaced as needed.
The City also says, "All contractors working in the City of The Colony must be registered." Ask the roofer to confirm that before you sign, and settle who pulls the permit. Building Inspections is at 6053 Main Street.
Price Rows for The Colony, TX Roofs
We know of no price list just for The Colony. The rows below come from home-cost publishers, for nearby Plano, TX and for Texas statewide. They aren't our prices or anyone's bid. The roofer gives you the written figure.
| Cost row | Figure | Source (year) |
|---|---|---|
| Plano architectural shingles, per sq ft | about $4.50 to $7.00 | RoofVista (2025) |
| Texas asphalt shingles, per sq ft | about $4.92 | This Old House (2026) |
| Texas Class 4 impact-resistant shingles, per sq ft | about $5.40 to $8.64 | RoofVista (2025) |
| Texas metal roofing, per sq ft | about $9.55 | This Old House (2026) |
| Texas clay tile, per sq ft | about $14.79 | This Old House (2026) |
Since the old roof always comes off here, the tear-off is part of every price. Rotten decking found underneath adds to it. Run your house through the roof cost calculator, or read the cost guide for what moves a number up or down.
A Local Option for The Colony, TX
The Colony is one of a few towns we cover near Plano. Many of its homes went up in the same years with the same kinds of roofs, and the City spells out its re-roof rules on one page.
You send the request. We ask about the house and what you've noticed, explain the rules and the costs, and arrange the visit. A local roofing pro inspects and measures the roof and writes the estimate. There's no fee to send a request.
Two Quick Checks Before the Visit
Put in your street to see that it's in the area. Then answer five short questions about your roof's age, storms and repairs. You can also open the quiz by itself: the repair-or-replace quiz.
Questions Asked in The Colony, TX
Can a new roof go over the old one in The Colony, TX?
No. The City's re-roof sheet says the previous covering must be removed before the new one is applied. That rule also gives the roofer a clear view of the decking. Any rotten boards or rafters found once it's bare get replaced as needed, so ask how the estimate prices that.
Why does the final inspection need my attic?
The inspector checks the vent piping from inside the attic as part of the final. Clear a path to the attic opening before the visit. If you'd rather not have the final, the City accepts a notarized waiver instead; ask the roofer what they would check in that case.
Does the roofer have to be registered with the City?
Yes. The City says all contractors working in The Colony must be registered. Ask the roofer to show that before you sign anything, and ask who will pull the re-roof permit. Building Inspections, at 6053 Main Street, can answer questions about either.
My house is from the 1970s. Is it on its first roof?
Probably not. Most houses from the first build-out, now some fifty years old, have had at least one replacement. Ask the roofer to check for leftover layers and soft decking, and to photograph the bare deck once the old shingles are off.
Who does the inspection and estimate?
A local roofing pro, not us. We take the request, answer what we can about the City's rules and costs, and book the time. Many roofers do the first visit at no charge; confirm that when it's scheduled so nothing comes as a surprise.
Surrounding Towns
Up the road to the northeast is Frisco, TX, and to the south is Carrollton, TX. For Plano, TX, head to the homepage.
Take the Next Step in The Colony, TX
Send a request with a few lines about the house and the roof. We'll be in touch with questions, then line up the visit. The roofer who comes out inspects everything and hands over a written estimate.