Full Roof Replacement in Conway, AR
When patches stop holding and the shingles are worn from ridge to gutter, a new roof is usually next. We are a free referral service for homeowners in Conway, AR and Faulkner County. Tell us about your house, and one independent local roofer gets your request, visits and writes up an itemized estimate.
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Full Roof Replacement, Explained
On a full replacement, the roofer takes off the shingles and underlayment, swaps out any soft decking, then installs new underlayment, flashing, vents and roofing. It makes sense when wear covers most of the roof, not one corner or valley.
Conway grew from 64,134 residents in 2020 to an estimated 72,328 in 2025, per the Census Bureau. Many subdivision roofs from the 2000s are now due for their first replacement, while many houses near downtown and the Robinson district are far older.
Common Situations
- A first re-roof on a 2000s subdivision home. Shingles from that era often show bare patches, cupped edges and grit in the gutters.
- Two layers on an older house. Some older homes were re-roofed over the first layer. Ask whether the estimate covers removing every layer.
- Soft or rotted decking. The boards only show once the old roof is off. Ask for photos of any replaced decking.
- A hot, damp attic. Humid summers cook shingles from underneath. Ask about ridge vents and soffit intake while the roof is open.
- Dark streaks on the shady side. Algae thrives in Central Arkansas humidity under big trees. Algae-resistant shingles are worth asking about.
The Cost of Full Roof Replacement
These Arkansas averages per square foot come from RoofObservations (2026). They are statewide figures, not quotes. Larger two-story homes and complex rooflines tend toward the upper half, and decking, a permit (where needed) or HOA-approved materials may appear as separate line items.
| Cost row | Figure | Source (year) |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas 3-tab shingles, per sq ft | about $4.80 | RoofObservations, 2026 |
| Arkansas architectural shingles, per sq ft | about $5.25 | RoofObservations, 2026 |
| Arkansas premium shingles, per sq ft | about $6.55 | RoofObservations, 2026 |
| Arkansas exposed-fastener metal, per sq ft | about $7.05 | RoofObservations, 2026 |
| Arkansas standing-seam steel, per sq ft | about $10.90 | RoofObservations, 2026 |
For a rough total, try the roof cost calculator or read the roof replacement cost guide.
Inspection, Estimate, Install
- Send your request. Fill in the form or call (501) 555-0196. We forward your details to one independent local roofer, and our part ends there.
- The roofer looks at the roof. Expect measurements, an attic check and a count of the layers.
- Read the written estimate. A useful one lists tear-off, decking by the sheet, underlayment, flashing, vents, roofing and cleanup. Take your time before signing.
- Settle permits and approvals. Before work starts, ask your roofer whether the job needs a City of Conway permit, and who will file it; the permit office at (501) 450-6107 can tell you. If your neighborhood has an active HOA, get color and material approval first.
- Install day and after. Ask for a nail sweep of the yard and proof the manufacturer warranty is registered in your name.
What Sets This Apart
Your request goes to one roofer, not a list sold to several companies. The referral costs you nothing; a roofer may pay us for it. We don't do roofing work, price jobs or sign contracts, so the estimate and agreement are between you and the roofer.
Arkansas requires roofers to hold a state roofing registration, which calls for a $15,000 bond and proof of workers' comp. Look the roofer up on the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board's online "Find a Licensed Contractor" tool, or call the Board at 501-372-4661.
- Insurance papers. Proof of general liability insurance and workers' comp.
- Paper, not promises. An itemized contract and written manufacturer and labor warranties.
- Fair payment terms. Walk away from cash-only deals or full payment upfront.
Before You Book
Does a new roof need a City of Conway permit?
The city's guidelines list new construction, remodels, additions and accessory buildings, and don't name re-roofing either way. Raise it with your roofer early and agree in writing on who files any permit. Building Permits & Inspections at 1111 Main Street can answer for your address.
My house is in the Robinson Historic District. Can I switch roofing materials?
Conway's Historic District Commission reviews exterior work in the Robinson Historic District and the Old Conway Design Overlay District, and handles roofing case by case. If your home is in one of these districts, check with the city before changing roofing materials.
Can the new shingles go over the old ones?
Ask the roofer to explain the choice. A full tear-off lets the roofer fix the decking and check the flashing. Layering over saves on removal but hides the boards. Whichever you choose, make sure the written estimate names the method and what it costs.
Will my HOA care about the shingle color?
If your neighborhood has an active HOA, it may set rules on color, style or material. Check your HOA rules, send the roofer's product details to the board and wait for written approval before work starts. Changing a color after delivery costs time and money.
Related Roof Jobs
If wind started the trouble, see storm and hail damage roofs. Weighing materials? Compare metal roof replacement with shingle roof replacement. For one damaged spot, roof repair may be enough.
See What a New Roof Costs
Want a number built around your own house in Conway, AR? Send a short request, and one independent local roofer will reach out to set up a visit and a written estimate. Or call (501) 555-0196.
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