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Central Texas Roofing & General Contractor

Roofing. Construction.
Custom Homes.

From roof replacement and storm restoration to multifamily residential painting, full renovations, additions, and custom home construction, we manage each project with clear scopes, practical planning, and dependable workmanship.

Insured Local Contractor Roofing & General Construction Owens Corning Contractor Network Multifamily Painting Specialty
RoofingResidential & commercial
Multifamily PaintingApartments & condominiums
General ConstructionPlanning through completion
Custom HomesBuilt around your property
RemodelingAdditions & major renovations

Multifamily Residential Painting Specialty

Exterior painting and restoration for apartments, condominiums, and larger residential properties

We plan and manage large-property painting projects with careful surface preparation, repair coordination, resident access planning, and a consistent finish across multiple buildings.

Large multifamily residential apartment property surrounding a pool courtyard
Multifamily Residential Painting

Large-property exterior work completed in organized phases

Our scope can include washing, scraping, caulking, minor siding and trim repairs, priming, coating application, balcony and railing painting, doors, soffits, fascia, metal components, garages, and shared amenity areas.

01

Preparation & Repairs

Power washing, scraping, sanding, caulking, spot priming, and minor substrate repairs before finish coatings.

02

Building Exteriors

Siding, stucco, trim, soffit, fascia, exterior doors, garages, breezeways, and common-area surfaces.

03

Balconies & Railings

Metal and wood railings, balcony components, walkways, stair systems, and detailed edge work.

04

Occupied-Property Planning

Phased scheduling, access coordination, site protection, daily cleanup, and communication around residents and property management.

Professional Roofing

Roofing systems built for Central Texas weather

From a small leak to a full roof replacement, our team provides detailed inspections, clear scopes, and practical recommendations for residential and commercial properties.

Roof Replacement

Complete tear-off and replacement using quality architectural shingles, proper underlayment, flashing, ventilation, and cleanup.

Roof Repair

Leak diagnosis, missing shingles, flashing failures, pipe boots, damaged decking, valleys, ridge caps, and localized storm repairs.

Storm Restoration

Roof inspections, photo documentation, repair estimates, and support communicating the full scope of storm-related damage.

Standing-Seam Metal

Durable metal roof systems with clean lines, long service life, and strong resistance to wind, hail, and harsh weather.

Commercial Roofing

TPO, low-slope roofing, coatings, repairs, penetrations, flashing, drains, scuppers, and maintenance planning.

Gutters & Exterior Repairs

Gutters, downspouts, fascia, soffit, siding, trim, and related exterior repairs coordinated with your roofing project.

General Construction & Custom Homes

One contractor from early planning through the final walkthrough

We take on substantial residential and light-commercial projects where organization, trade coordination, and clear cost control matter. Each project begins with the property, the intended use, and a written scope tailored to the work.

General Construction

Residential and light-commercial project management

Clear scopes, subcontractor scheduling, material coordination, inspections, progress tracking, and communication throughout the construction process.

Remodeling & Additions

Major renovations that work with the existing structure

Kitchens, bathrooms, room additions, second-story additions, garages, exterior upgrades, structural changes, drywall, flooring, paint, cabinets, and finish work.

Finished custom home living room with vaulted wood ceiling, large windows, wainscoting, and wood flooring
Custom Home Interior

Detailed finish work from floor to ceiling

Custom cabinetry with stone countertop, integrated lighting, and wood accent panel
Custom Cabinetry

Built-ins and finish details

Completed commercial reception area with custom wood desk, flooring, doors, and painted walls
Commercial Build-Out

Finished reception and office space

Active construction showing insulated framed walls, window installation, and plumbing rough-in
Construction in Progress

Framing, insulation, and trade coordination

All project photographs shown on this website are from actual R. Nelson Roofing & Construction work.

01Site review and project goals
02Budget, scope, plans, and allowances
03Permitting, scheduling, and construction
04Walkthrough, completion, and closeout

Plan Review & Construction Coordination

From detailed plan sets to completed construction

We work from architectural and engineered documents prepared by licensed design professionals. Our role is to review the drawings for pricing and constructability, develop the scope and budget, coordinate trade requirements and revisions, support permitting and inspections, and carry the approved details through construction.

01

Review

Study the drawings, field conditions, design intent, and permit requirements.

02

Price

Build detailed scopes, allowances, trade budgets, and construction options.

03

Coordinate

Track revisions and align the architect, engineers, owners, suppliers, and trades.

04

Build

Schedule the work, manage inspections, and carry the approved plans through closeout.

Architectural and engineering drawings are prepared and sealed by the project’s licensed design professionals when required. R. Nelson Roofing & Construction provides estimating, construction coordination, scheduling, and general contracting services.

Why R. Nelson

Straight answers. Detailed scopes. Dependable work.

We believe a contractor should make the process easier, not more confusing. You receive a clear explanation of the work, the project sequence, expected costs, and what is included before construction begins.

Clear written estimates, allowances, and payment terms

Project planning and trade coordination

Quality materials from recognized manufacturers

Site protection and organized jobsite cleanup

Roofing, remodeling, and new-construction experience

Local Central Texas service

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Close aerial view showing finished architectural shingles, ridge caps, and roof valleys
Real Work. Real Results.

Our work, photographed on actual Central Texas projects

Detailed roof lines, properly finished ridges and valleys, and clean installations are easier to judge when you can see the completed work.

Ron and Niccole Nelson outdoors at sunset

Meet Ron Nelson

Roofing and construction experience backed by a real-estate perspective

Ron Nelson brings 15 years of roofing experience and an additional 20 years of real-estate experience to projects across Central Texas. His real-estate background provides a practical understanding of inspections, appraisals, option-period timelines, property value, and how roofing or construction decisions can affect a sale or purchase.

In construction, Ron works with homeowners, architects, engineers, suppliers, subcontractors, permit reviewers, and inspectors to turn drawings into clear scopes, budgets, schedules, and completed work. His project experience includes residential and commercial roofing, custom homes, additions, major remodels, interior construction, and light-commercial build-outs.

Ron and Niccole remain personally involved in the company, with a focus on straightforward communication, organized project coordination, and dependable follow-through from the first site visit through completion.

15Years of roofing experience
20Years of real-estate experience
1Team from planning through closeout
Roofing inspections & replacement planning Plan, budget & trade coordination Custom homes, additions & remodeling
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Recent Work

Completed roofing, kitchens, bathrooms, and construction projects

Real project photographs showing completed roof systems, kitchens, bathrooms, custom interiors, commercial build-outs, and residential construction across Central Texas.

Completed custom kitchen with large island and pendant lighting
Kitchen Remodeling

Custom Kitchen Finish

Cabinetry, counters, lighting, flooring, and trim

Completed bathroom with custom vanity and tile shower
Bathroom Remodeling

Completed Bath Renovation

Tile, vanity, shower, fixtures, and finish work

Completed walk-in tiled shower with glass enclosure
Custom Shower

Tile and Glass Enclosure

Waterproofing, tile, plumbing fixtures, and glass

Finished custom home living room with vaulted wood ceiling and large windows
Custom Home

Interior Finish Construction

Central Texas custom-home project

Custom walk-in closet with built-in shelving, drawers, and dark hexagonal tile flooring
Custom Millwork

Built-In Closet System

Custom cabinetry and storage

Completed commercial office reception desk and waiting area
General Construction

Commercial Interior Build-Out

Reception, offices, flooring, and finishes

Overhead view of a completed gray architectural shingle roof
Residential Roofing

Architectural Shingle Roof

Completed Central Texas project

Large home with a completed light-colored standing-seam metal roof
Metal Roofing

Residential Standing Seam

Completed Central Texas project

Aerial view of a completed commercial metal roof on a veterinary clinic
Commercial Roofing

Commercial Metal Roofing

Completed Central Texas project

Detailed architectural shingle roof ridges and valleys
Roof Details

Ridges, Valleys & Flashing

Finished roofing details on an actual project

Customer Reviews

What property owners say

“The roof looks great!”

— Constance, Central Texas

Two-year workmanship warranty

Our roofing work includes a two-year labor and workmanship warranty, along with applicable manufacturer material coverage.

Clear warranty information in writing

Service Area

Proudly serving Central Texas

R. Nelson Roofing & Construction provides roofing, multifamily residential painting, remodeling, general construction, additions, and custom home building throughout Austin and the Hill Country.

Austin Blanco Lakeway West Lake Hills Johnson City Horseshoe Bay Dripping Springs Bee Cave

Frequently Asked Questions

Helpful answers before your project begins

How do I know whether I need a repair or replacement?

We look at the age of the roof, extent of damage, leak history, condition of the shingles or membrane, flashing, ventilation, and decking. We then explain whether a repair is practical or whether replacement offers better long-term value.

Do you inspect roofs for hail and wind damage?

Yes. We can inspect the roof, document visible damage, identify related exterior damage, and prepare a written scope for the recommended work.

What roofing materials do you install?

We install architectural asphalt shingles, impact-resistant shingles, standing-seam metal roofing, TPO, and other low-slope systems depending on the building and project requirements.

How long does a roof replacement take?

Many residential roof replacements can be completed in one to three working days, depending on size, pitch, access, weather, decking repairs, and material type.

Do you handle complete custom home builds?

Yes. We can coordinate budgeting, preconstruction planning, permitting, site work, foundation, framing, roofing, mechanical trades, interior finishes, and project closeout. The exact scope is established in writing before construction begins.

Can you help with remodeling and additions?

Yes. We handle major renovations, room and garage additions, kitchens, bathrooms, exterior improvements, and related structural and finish work. Projects that require permits or engineering are planned around those requirements.

Can you price and build from an architect's plan set?

Yes. We review architectural and engineered drawings, develop construction scopes and budgets, coordinate questions and revisions with the design team, organize trade pricing, and manage the approved plans through permitting, construction, inspections, and closeout.

Do you handle multifamily residential painting?

Yes. We provide exterior painting and restoration for apartment and condominium properties, including surface preparation, caulking, minor repairs, siding and trim coatings, balconies, railings, doors, garages, breezeways, and common areas. Work can be phased around occupied buildings and coordinated with property management.

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Let’s talk about your project

Call, email, or send the form. We will follow up to learn about your roofing, multifamily painting, remodel, addition, or custom-home project and discuss the next step.

Phone512-826-0596

Emailronnynelson@gmail.com

Address8608 Grenadier, Austin, TX 78738

Service AreaAustin, Blanco, and the Central Texas Hill Country

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