Olmos Park is compact, wealthy, and architecturally distinct — 1920s Spanish Revival and Mediterranean estates along narrow streets lined with 80-year-old oaks. Roofing here is detail work. We approach every Olmos Park project like we're restoring a piece of San Antonio history, because in most cases we are.
Olmos Park neighborhoods we serve
We work across Olmos Park — every street, every neighborhood. Some of the areas we're in most often:
Architecture and roofing in Olmos Park
Almost entirely Spanish Revival, Mediterranean, and Tudor homes from the 1920s. Clay barrel tile dominates the roofscape. Some slate on Tudor-style estates. Architectural shingle is rare and usually limited to back additions or garages.
Weather considerations for Olmos Park roofs
Identical weather profile to the rest of the SA urban core. Heavy tree canopy means constant debris management and shade-related algae on north slopes. Annual inspection is worth the small investment.
HOA and permitting notes
Olmos Park enforces rigorous design review. Any visible roof change — material, color, or profile — requires approval before work begins. We manage the submission and accompany inspection meetings as needed.
Cost of a new roof in Olmos Park
Olmos Park's compact but premium homes run $18,000–$32,000 for quality asphalt shingle replacement. Clay tile restoration: $25,000–$70,000 depending on extent of lift-and-relay vs full replacement.
What makes our work in Olmos Park different
- Nearly every project here involves tile — lift-and-relay with peel-and-stick underlayment is the standard preservation approach
- Narrow streets and mature trees require careful dumpster placement — we coordinate with the city and adjacent homeowners
- Slate restoration is occasional but specialized work — we handle it with proven sub-crews
- Insurance mix: Chubb, Travelers, AIG Private Client, and USAA are common for this demographic
Roofing services available in Olmos Park
What Olmos Park customers say
"Olmos Park's strict design standards meant every material choice required approval. Wannamaker handled the city design review and submitted the right product specs. Architectural shingle in a historic-appropriate color, install done in one day. No drama."