Metal Roofing in New Orleans

New Orleans homes face a roofing challenge few cities can match: the city sits at or below sea level between the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain, takes some of the heaviest rainfall in the country, and lies directly in the path of Gulf hurricanes. TyMar Exterior installs metal roofing systems chosen for long-term performance in exactly these conditions.

From historic Uptown and Garden District homes to Lakeview, Gentilly, and the Westbank, we help homeowners compare standing seam, R-panel, and classic metal shingle systems, then give straightforward recommendations and a free estimate.

Few cities test a roof like New Orleans. The city sits at or below sea level between the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain, takes some of the heaviest rainfall in the country, and lies directly in the path of Gulf hurricanes. A roof here has to shed water fast, stay sealed through wind-driven rain, and hold up to years of intense heat and humidity.

New Orleans architecture adds its own demands. Shotgun houses, Creole cottages, double-gallery homes, and raised center-hall houses often have steep, complex, or historically sensitive rooflines. Standing seam and classic metal shingle systems handle those shapes cleanly — and can echo the look of slate or wood where historic character matters — while giving you modern wind and water performance.

That combination — relentless rain, hurricane exposure, heat, and demanding rooflines — is exactly where metal roofing earns its keep. A properly installed metal roof resists high winds, won't rot or curl in the humidity, and can outlast several generations of asphalt shingles.