Invictus Exterior is a Houston-based roofing and exterior contractor with active job sites in River Oaks every week of the year. We handle storm damage repair, full roof replacement, hail and wind insurance claims, siding, windows, gutters, and attic insulation across inner-loop Houston. Active jobs across River Oaks proper, Tanglewood, Afton Oaks, and Highland Village. Every estimate is free, written, and itemized. Every install is run by a project manager who lives within 20 miles of your home.
- Do you really service River Oaks?
- Yes. 77019, 77027 are inside our active service area. Average response time on inspection requests is under 24 hours.
- What does a roof inspection cost?
- Free. Drone survey plus on-roof technician inspection, written report with photos same day, no obligation.
- Are you licensed and insured in Texas?
- Yes. Texas RCAT registered contractors, fully insured for general liability and workers comp. Certificate available on request before any work begins.
01 // The River Oaks climate problem
River Oaks roofs are predominantly slate, clay tile, and premium architectural shingle on custom homes built between 1920 and present. Tropical systems are the primary risk, with wind-driven rain regularly exposing slate slip and tile breakage that requires specialized repair.
02 // Slate and clay tile specialization
River Oaks holds one of the densest concentrations of natural slate and clay tile roofs in Texas. These systems require slate-trained labor, copper or stainless flashings, and underlayment systems matched to a 75 to 100 year service life. We maintain a dedicated slate and tile crew and stock common Ludowici and Vande Hey Raleigh tile profiles for fast repair.
03 // Custom architectural rooflines
River Oaks custom homes routinely have 9/12 to 14/12 pitches, 8 to 15 valleys, multiple chimneys, and integrated copper or zinc accents. Every project is bid bespoke from a full on-site drone survey and physical inspection. Standard square pricing does not apply.
04 // Discreet scheduling and white-glove project management
River Oaks projects are run by a senior project manager with a single point of contact, scheduled around household, staff, and event calendars. Material deliveries are coordinated for off-peak hours, dumpsters are positioned for minimum street disruption, and daily cleanup is non-negotiable.
05 // City of Houston permits and tree protection
Roof replacements over the dollar threshold require City of Houston permits. River Oaks is also subject to strict protected-tree rules around dumpster and lift placement. We pull permits, file tree-protection plans, and handle all close-out inspections.
06 // High-value carrier coordination
River Oaks insurance is typically written by Chubb, AIG Private Client, PURE, and similar high-value carriers. Their adjusters are senior, detail-oriented, and expect drone imagery, strike-density maps, and Xactimate-aligned scopes. Our documentation is built to this standard.
07 // What working with us looks like
Day one: free inspection inside 24 hours of your call. Day two: written estimate with photo report and itemized scope. If you are filing an insurance claim, we coordinate with your adjuster on site. Day three to fourteen (depending on material lead time): material delivered to your driveway, dumpster staged, crew on site at 7 AM. Most River Oaks replacements wrap in one to two days. Final walk, magnetic nail sweep, and lien-release paperwork before payment.
