Defend Roofing is a father-son roofing company based in Lago Vista, and we serve homeowners throughout Georgetown. Each job begins with a free 100+ photo roof inspection. Repairs start at $395. Full replacements start at $7,900 and are priced on your roof's actual scope. Call or text 512-777-1751 to schedule.
The company is run by Chris and Greyson Buster, part of a third-generation roofing family. Our crews bring 20+ years of combined roofing experience.
Large hail has hit Georgetown hard. Shortly after midnight on May 28, 2020, NWS storm reports recorded 2.5-inch hail photographed by a trained spotter 2 miles south of the city, and a viewer in Georgetown sent KXAN a picture of baseball-size hail. Community Impact later reported that the city went from about 400 re-roofing permits in a normal year to 5,488 after that storm.
Smaller hail adds up too. On the evening of April 18, 2026, NWS reports logged numerous reports of pea- to quarter-size hail across a swath between Georgetown and Round Rock, including communities near Westinghouse Rd, FM 1460 and SH 130.
A roof can take hail damage and still look fine from the street. Signs worth checking after a storm:
Georgetown requires a permit for a new roof inside city limits. The city's roofing permit page says contractors must register with the City of Georgetown and apply online at mgoconnect.org. The permit costs $60.00, the city estimates ten to fifteen business days to process it, and a final roof inspection is requested once the roof is installed. The same page links a list of registered roofing contractors, so you can check who you're hiring.
The city also lists when the old roof must come off first, under the 2021 International Residential Code: when it's water-soaked or deteriorated, when it's wood shake, slate, clay or cement tile, or when there are already two or more layers.
If your neighborhood has an HOA, review its architectural rules before you choose a shingle or color. Texas Property Code Section 202.011 limits an HOA's ability to prohibit wind- and hail-resistant shingles that resemble and match what's allowed in the subdivision.
We inspect before we quote. That means 100+ photos of your roof and a walkthrough of what they show, the good along with the bad. If a repair will do the job, we recommend the repair. If the roof needs to be replaced, you'll see the evidence yourself.
Prices are built on your roof's measured size, pitch, layers and materials, and you get the number in writing before work begins. We leave the jobsite clean. Each new roof comes with a workmanship warranty matching the length of the shingle manufacturer's warranty. Repairs are not covered by it. The terms are on our warranty page. We have a 5.0 Google rating from 50+ reviews, which you can read on our reviews page.
After a Georgetown hailstorm, we inspect your roof, photo-document the damage we find and write an estimate. If you file a claim, we can meet the adjuster at your home to walk through our estimate. Coverage decisions are made between you and your insurance company. If we don't find storm damage, we say so.
Yes, inside city limits. The City of Georgetown requires a permit for a new roof. A registered contractor applies online at mgoconnect.org, the permit costs $60.00, and the city estimates ten to fifteen business days to process it. After the roof is installed, a final roof inspection is requested online. If you live outside city limits, ask the county what applies to your property.
Often, yes. The city's roofing permit page, citing the 2021 International Residential Code, says existing roofing must be removed when it is water-soaked or deteriorated, when it is wood shake, slate, clay or cement tile, or when the roof already has two or more layers. The city notes the framing may also need to be checked before re-roofing.
Call or text 512-777-1751. We call back within 15 minutes during business hours, which are Monday to Friday 7 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 6 PM, and we'll set a time for the inspection. It's free, it covers 100+ photos, and you keep the written Integrity Report.
Full replacements start at $7,900, and the final price follows your roof's actual scope: size, pitch, layers to remove, decking condition and the shingle you choose. Inside city limits, a new roof also needs the city's $60.00 permit. Repairs start at $395. You get a written price after the inspection, with financing available through Enhancify. For a quick ballpark on a new roof, use our instant quote.
Noticed hail damage, a leak or missing shingles? Call or text 512-777-1751, or request your free inspection. We'll photograph your Georgetown roof, show you what we find and give you a written price before any work begins.
Yes. Every inspection is free and comes with our Integrity Report — photo documentation of your roof's actual condition and a straight repair-vs-replace recommendation. Call or text 512-777-1751 to schedule.
Replacements start at $7,900 and are priced on actual scope — roof size, pitch, materials, and condition. You get an exact documented quote after a free inspection, and financing is available through Enhancify.
Yes. We inspect the roof, photo-document the damage and write a detailed repair estimate. If you decide to file, you can share our report with your insurer, and we can meet your adjuster on the roof to walk through the damage and our estimate. Decisions about your claim are between you and your insurance company.
Often, yes — and repair is our first recommendation whenever it's the right call. Repairs start at $395. If a repair will genuinely solve the problem, that's what we'll tell you, with photos to back it up.
We're certified installers for IKO, Owens Corning, and CertainTeed, and can install any major shingle brand your home or insurance scope calls for.
The Defend Difference is how we approach every roof - with clear documentation, honest pricing, respect for the home, and straightforward guidance from start to finish. No pressure, no shortcuts, just roofing done the right way.
What we deliver.
Clear, documented proof of your roof’s condition, including honest repair-vs-replace options, verified visuals, and simple summaries so you can make informed decisions without pressure.
How we document.
Adjuster-ready photos, measurements and a written estimate. If the damage isn't there, we tell you before you file - no games, no false promises.
How we respect the home.
A commitment to clean, safe, and organized jobsites, with property protection, thorough cleanup, and accountability until every detail is handled properly.
How we price the work:
Fair, scope-based pricing built around your roof’s actual needs, with repair-first recommendations, clear explanations, and no inflated margins or unnecessary replacements.
