Communication
As Promised
Experience
If you are determined to get a roof that is worth your money, your choice of metal roofing is excellent. Finding a dedicated metal roofing contractor in Winchester with a true expertise in metal roofing can be a challenge.
At Roof Solutions, we believe in metal roofs. In fact, we don’t install any other kind. We bring this single-minded dedication and focus to every roof we install.
As a metal roofing contractor in Winchester that believes in customer service, we will return your calls, show up on time, and keep you informed. With Roof Solutions, you get more than our expertise with metal roofs. You get a metal roofer who puts you first so you have peace of mind and a great experience.
Roof Solutions serves commercial businesses and residential homeowners located in Winchester and throughout Clark County and Central Kentucky.
We install furring strips. This provides a solid base for the screws that fasten your new roof. (If screws are just installed into plywood, they will loosen in 5-10 years.)
We install all new flashing around chimneys, dormers, etc.
We install new boots around vent pipes.
We use only #1 Premium Grade metal that will not chalk and fade.
Winchester is the county seat of Clark County — a Bluegrass city of about 19,000 people situated 18 miles east of Lexington along US-60. It’s a community with deep historical roots, sitting close to the site of Fort Boonesborough and the early frontier settlements that shaped Kentucky’s identity. Today it’s a working small city with a historic downtown on Main Street, Clark Regional Medical Center, and a residential housing stock that reflects more than a century of growth across the county.
That history shows in the numbers. The median Winchester home was built in 1974, and nearly 20% of the city’s homes predate 1950 — a significant share of older housing that is well past the replacement window for any original or early roofing systems. Homes built in the postwar era throughout Clark County are approaching or past 50 years old, and many have already been through one or two roof replacements. For homeowners facing that decision again, metal roofing is the clear long-term answer: one installation that lasts 40 to 50 years, with no need to reroof again.
At Roof Solutions, metal roofing is all we install. We know the details that matter — the furring strips, the flashing at every penetration, the pipe boots, the premium-grade panels. When we install a roof in Winchester, it’s built to last.
Winchester sits in the eastern Bluegrass, at the edge of Central Kentucky’s humid subtropical climate zone and the foothills that lead toward the Appalachian Plateau. Four full seasons — and the full range of weather that comes with them — put roofing materials through their paces year after year.
Clark County receives around 45 inches of rainfall annually, distributed across all four seasons with no extended dry period. That consistent moisture exposure is the primary long-term stressor on any roofing system. Asphalt shingles absorb moisture through micro-cracks that develop over time, progressively losing granules and becoming less effective at shedding water. Metal panels have no granules to lose and no porous surface to degrade — they shed water immediately and maintain that performance for decades. Properly installed with thorough flashing at every penetration, a metal roof in Winchester handles Central Kentucky rainfall without compromise for 50 years or more.
Winchester winters bring regular freeze-thaw cycling that accelerates wear on aging shingles. Each cycle expands and contracts roofing materials, widening cracks and loosening granules over time. Ice dam formation at eaves — where snowmelt refreezes and backs up under shingle edges — is a recurring problem for older Clark County homes, particularly those with less attic insulation. Metal roofing’s smooth surface sheds snow and ice naturally before dams can build up, and our furring strip installation creates a ventilating air gap that helps maintain consistent roof surface temperatures.
Spring is the most active severe weather season in Central Kentucky. Clark County’s history includes multiple federally declared weather disasters, driven primarily by storms, floods, and tornado events. Hail that leaves asphalt shingles cracked and granule-stripped can leave premium steel panels with little more than minor surface marking. Metal roofing’s impact resistance ratings are simply in a different category from asphalt, and many homeowners find their insurance carriers reflect that difference in their premiums.
Winchester summers are warm and humid, with temperatures regularly in the mid-to-upper 80s from June through August. Asphalt shingles absorb solar heat and push it into the attic, driving up cooling costs throughout the season. Metal roofing reflects solar radiation, and our furring strip installation method creates a ventilating air gap beneath the panels that further reduces heat transfer into the living space — a meaningful efficiency gain through Kentucky’s long, humid summers.
We install metal roofs on Winchester homes of all ages and styles — from the older properties near historic downtown on Main Street and Lexington Avenue to mid-century homes throughout established Clark County neighborhoods and newer builds on the city’s edges. Both our standing seam and classic ribbed systems are available in a wide range of colors, so your new roof works with your home’s exterior whether it’s a pre-war craftsman, a brick ranch, or a more recent construction. Every residential installation includes furring strips, complete new flashing at every penetration, and new pipe boots throughout.
Winchester’s commercial base — including Clark Regional Medical Center, light industrial operations along the major corridors, and a range of retail and service businesses — includes many structures where durable, low-maintenance metal roofing is the practical choice. We work with business owners and property managers throughout Clark County on commercial metal roofing projects of all sizes, applying the same installation standards we bring to every residential job.
With so many Winchester homes in the 40-to-50-year range, full roof replacement is a conversation we have regularly with Clark County homeowners. We manage the complete process — removal of existing material, thorough deck inspection, and full installation of the new metal system with all new trim and flashing. No reusing old components that should be replaced. In many cases we can install over existing shingles using furring strips, which reduces tear-off cost and waste while still delivering a proper, long-lasting result.
We’re a locally owned Kentucky roofing contractor, not a national franchise. Here’s what that means for you:
“Excellent contractor experience! From first call to job finished. Every step of the way I was kept informed. Communication was excellent. I had several change orders and they were able to accommodate me every step of the way. I felt I got excellent value for my money. Pricing was very fair.” – Randy S., Cynthiana, KY
| Metal Roofing Type | Lifespan | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Standing Seam | 50+ years | Homes, commercial buildings, modern and traditional aesthetic |
| Classic Ribbed (Corrugated) | 40–50 years | Residential, agricultural, budget-conscious projects |
Both systems are available in a wide range of colors. We provide physical samples so you can see exactly how a color looks against your home’s exterior before making a decision.
Standing Seam Metal Roofing →
Classic Ribbed Metal Roofing →
The metal we install carries a 40-year warranty, and properly installed metal roofs in Central Kentucky’s climate routinely last 50 years or more. Installation quality is the determining factor — correct furring strip installation, thorough flashing at every penetration, and premium-grade panels are what separate a roof that lasts generations from one that fails prematurely.
Very likely. Homes built during that era are 50 or more years old, well past the service life of most original or early-replacement roofing systems. If you’re seeing granule loss in gutters, cracked or curling shingles, staining on interior ceilings after rain, or a roof that has been patched multiple times, a metal replacement is a sound long-term investment. You won’t need to roof again for 40 to 50 years.
In most cases, yes. We can install your new metal roof over existing shingles using furring strips, which creates a proper base and a beneficial ventilating air gap beneath the panels. We always inspect the deck first to verify there’s no rot or structural damage that needs to be addressed before we begin.
Yes — it’s one of metal roofing’s strongest advantages in this region. Clark County has experienced multiple significant storm and flood events over the years. Premium steel panels handle hail impact far better than asphalt shingles, and metal’s smooth surface sheds ice and debris effectively. Many insurance carriers recognize this with reduced premiums for metal-roofed homes.
We offer a wide range of colors for both standing seam and classic ribbed systems. We bring physical color samples to your home so you can evaluate options in natural light against your siding, trim, and brick before making a final decision.
Yes. We serve all of Winchester and the broader Clark County area. Our base in Cynthiana is about 25 miles northwest of Winchester — one of the shortest drives in our service area. We do not charge travel fees for estimates anywhere in our service area.
Ready to find out if metal roofing is the right choice for your Winchester home or business? Call us or fill out our quick quote form. We’ll answer your questions and set up a time to give you a free, no-pressure estimate.
Phone: (859) 421-4144
Get a Quote →
“We had an excellent experience with superior roofing systems. They are very friendly, neat and on time as well. The roof really makes the house look so nice, we appreciate it.“
