Afford-A-Pro handles roofing in Winchester, from the older homes around the courthouse square to houses and cabins near Tims Ford Lake. Metal roofs, roof repair, full replacements and free inspections, with our crew traveling down from Jasper by way of Monteagle.
Winchester is the county seat of Franklin County, a small town built around its historic courthouse square with Boiling Fork Creek running through and Tims Ford Lake spreading out to the west. Decherd and Cowan sit just up the road, and Sewanee looks down from the plateau above.
That mix of town and lake gives Winchester two kinds of roofing work. Near the square and in the established streets around it, many homes are older, with steep gables, chimneys and roof lines that have been added onto over the years. Out toward the water, houses and cabins sit among trees and catch the wind that comes across the open lake.
Afford-A-Pro General Construction and Roofing LLC has been roofing in Tennessee for more than 15 years. We travel to Winchester from Jasper, about 41 minutes over Monteagle, and bring free estimates, transparent pricing and quality materials to every job.
Roofs for Winchester houses old and new, whether that is a gabled home near the square or a lake place off a wooded road.
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Cracked pipe boots, worn valley flashing and wind-lifted panels traced to the source and repaired so the leak stays fixed.
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A complete new roof in metal or shingles, with the old layers stripped, the decking checked and the permit handled for you.
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Metal panel, flat roof and re-roofing work for storefronts, churches, shops and farm buildings in Franklin County.
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A free, photo-documented check before you buy near Tims Ford, after a hard storm, or when the ceiling shows a stain.
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Tarping and temporary repairs after a fallen tree or wind damage, so water stays out until the full repair is done.
Learn More ›Metal is the roof many Winchester homeowners ask about first, and it suits the area well. Standing seam and ribbed panel systems shed rain fast, hold up to wind sweeping across Tims Ford Lake, and do not curl, crack or lose granules in the summer heat the way older shingles do.
Standing seam, with its hidden fasteners and crisp vertical lines, looks right on both a restored home near the courthouse square and a newer lake house. Ribbed panel is a sturdy, practical option for farmhouses, garages, barns and shops on the rural roads between Winchester, Decherd and Cowan. Installed correctly, a metal roof can serve for 50 years or more. Browse our residential roofing page to compare panel styles and colors.
Leaks in Winchester often start at the details: a pipe boot that has dried out, flashing around an old chimney, or a valley where leaves from nearby trees collect and hold water. On metal roofs, loose or backed-out fasteners are a common source. We find where the water really enters and repair that spot instead of smearing sealant over the stain.
If your roof is near the end of its life, we will say so and show you photos so you can decide between a repair and a replacement. Learn more about our roof repair service.
When shingles are brittle across the whole roof or a metal roof has rusted through, a replacement is the lasting fix. We strip the old roof, replace any soft decking, and install new underlayment, flashing and the metal or shingle system you choose. Older Winchester homes sometimes hide more than one layer of shingles or plank decking with gaps, and the free inspection is there to find both before anyone quotes a price.
Most residential replacements take one to three days. We handle the permit with the City of Winchester or Franklin County, clean the site thoroughly when the work is finished, and can walk you through financing options. Read more about roof replacement.
Buying a lake house, selling a home near the square, or simply wondering how much life your roof has left are all good reasons for an inspection. Ours are free. We examine the roof surface, flashing, vents, gutters and attic, then give you photos and a plain explanation. See our roof inspection page for what we check.
Severe weather in Middle Tennessee can drop a tree across a roof or tear panels loose with little warning. When that happens in Winchester, we tarp and secure the opening to stop water damage, then inspect the full roof and document the damage for your insurance company. Our emergency roofing page explains how storm calls work.
Around the courthouse square and along the main roads, Winchester's businesses work out of brick storefronts, metal buildings and offices with flat or low-slope roofs. We install metal panel roofs, flat roof systems and complete re-roofs for commercial owners. Visit our commercial roofing page to learn more.
We come out to your Winchester home or business, inspect the roof at no charge and take photos of its condition.
A written estimate follows, covering repair or replacement options and materials, with no pressure to decide on the spot.
We compare standing seam, ribbed panel and shingle choices with you, including colors that suit your house and setting.
We file the permit with the City of Winchester or Franklin County and set a start date that works for you.
Our crew installs the roof carefully and keeps you posted on progress from tear-off through the final trim.
Before we leave Winchester, we review the finished roof with you and make sure the site is clean.
Across Tennessee, and in Winchester, the price of a new roof depends on its square footage, pitch, the number of layers to remove, any decking repairs and the material. A ribbed metal panel roof on a simple ranch house and a standing seam roof on a two-story lake home with several valleys are very different jobs. We measure your Winchester roof in person and give you a free written estimate with no hidden fees.
Start with a free inspection, so you know whether the problem is a small repair or a roof at the end of its life. Many leaks in Winchester come from one failed boot or flashing detail and cost far less to fix than homeowners expect. If you do need a replacement, Afford-A-Pro offers financing options, and we can explain them when you request your estimate.
Nothing. Afford-A-Pro offers free professional roof inspections to homeowners and business owners in Winchester and the rest of Franklin County. We check the surface, flashing, vents and attic, photograph what we find, and tell you plainly whether the roof needs work.
A full roof replacement in Winchester generally needs a building permit, issued by the City of Winchester or by Franklin County depending on where the property sits. Afford-A-Pro takes care of the permit application and the inspections that come with it, so you do not have to sort out which office to call.
Yes. Homes and cabins near Tims Ford Lake sit in damp air off the water and under wooded hillsides, which is hard on shingles. Standing seam and ribbed metal panels shed water and leaves, resist wind blowing across the lake, and need little upkeep, which matters on a weekend place you are not watching every day. Put on correctly, metal can protect the house for 50 years or more.
Ask for proof of license and insurance, a written estimate that lists materials and labor, and a clear plan for permits and cleanup. Afford-A-Pro General Construction and Roofing LLC is licensed and insured to perform roofing work in Tennessee, carries workers' compensation coverage, and has served the region since 2009. We travel to Winchester from our base in Jasper, about 41 minutes away by way of Monteagle.
"They did a great job replacing the shingles on our roof. I highly recommend them and will use them again in the future."
"Michael and his staff replaced our roof with metal roofing. The company was timely and efficient. They did a great job and cleaned up after they were done. We are very satisfied."
"Very professional, as well as courteous in his conduct. 5 star roof decking replacement and metal roof installation. As a retired contractor I would highly recommend him for your roofing needs."
"Michael installed our metal roof. Was very professional. Did a very good job. Had one little issue that was addressed immediately. Would definitely recommend."
"10/10 service could never recommend this company enough! Michael is always punctual and perfectly providing the best job around!"
"Excellent job. Very polite. Cleaned up the material afterwards and the craftsmanship on my particularly difficult area of my roof is beautiful. Definitely satisfied. 10/10"
"He was professional and did excellent work and done in timely fashion. Did great clean up! Would recommend him highly and would hire him again."
"Thank you Michael for going above and beyond. He will be my roofer to do it right."
"Michael did a great job on our porches and metal roof. Very meticulous and professional. Would definitely recommend."
On the drive between Jasper and Winchester we also serve homeowners in Monteagle and Tracy City up on the Cumberland Plateau.