Bison Roofing San Antonio Pricing & Reviews

Bison Roofing pricing, reviews & BBB record for San Antonio homeowners. Their website lists $4–$7 per sq ft for architectural shingles — that’s $10,000–$17,500 on a typical roof. Our roof replacements cost $8,500–$11,000, no appointment needed.

Typical savings: ~$4,000 on the same roof.

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Bison Roofing pricing & reviews San Antonio — roof replacement price comparison with Roof Direct SA

Roof Direct SA vs Bison Roofing: side-by-side comparison

Based on publicly available information.

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Them
Requires in-person inspection
Years in San Antonio
Us
16 years
Them
Since 2004
BBB complaints
Us
0 complaints
Them
3 complaints — all unresolved
Sales model
Us
Zero salespeople
Them
Commission outside sales reps
Local news
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No complaints
Them
KENS 5 investigation (refund dispute)
Pricing transparency
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See your exact price online
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“AI Quote” tool is lead capture, real price requires inspection

Bison Roofing reviews, BBB record and complaints

Bison Roofing has been in San Antonio since 2004 with 4.9 stars on Google from approximately 300 reviews. They have 3 BBB complaints in the last 3 years — all unresolved. One complaint involved a manufacturer investigation that confirmed improper shingle installation; that customer escalated to the Texas Attorney General. Another described a $56,000 project with over a dozen leaks and approximately 20 unanswered phone calls. In 2025, KENS 5 investigated after a customer needed media intervention to get a refund on a canceled contract. On Yelp (8 reviews), complaints include no-show technicians and a CEO who “demanded respect” during a customer service dispute.

We take a different approach — no sales team, no commissions, no corporate overhead. Just your price, upfront, in 2 minutes.

Bison Roofing pricing

What you're actually paying for — and what we eliminated.

Where Your Money Goes

Based on a typical 2,500 sq ft San Antonio roof

Bison Roofing$10,000–$17,500
MaterialsLaborMarketingCommissionsOverhead
Roof Direct SA$8,500–$11,000
Same MaterialsSame LaborOverhead + Margin

Materials and labor are identical. The difference is everything else.

Typical savings: ~$4,000

Multi-market overhead

Bison operates across San Antonio, Austin, Houston, the Rio Grande Valley, and Colorado. Multiple offices, managers, and coordinators across 4+ markets. We’re one owner, one location.

Commission sales team

3 outside sales reps, an account manager, and inside sales closers working on commission. Below-market base pay ($48K vs $79K SA average) suggests heavy commission reliance. We have zero salespeople.

“AI Quote” isn’t instant pricing

Their website promotes an “Instant AI Generated Quote” tool, but it’s a lead capture form that funnels you to a sales call. We show your actual price — no form, no callback.

Same shingle brands, different price

Same shingle brands, same manufacturer warranties. The difference in price is everything else — sales teams, multiple offices, and overhead that has nothing to do with your roof.

With Roof Direct SA, your price is based on your roof size — not your zip code, not a sales commission, not whether you have an insurance claim. See your exact price in 2 minutes.

Bison Roofing's quoting process vs. instant pricing

Getting a roofing quote shouldn’t feel like buying a timeshare.

Bison Roofing
  1. 1
    Request a free inspection online or call their office
  2. 2
    A sales rep or project manager visits your property
  3. 3
    Review the quote and material options
  4. 4
    Decide whether to move forward
  5. 5
    Schedule installation
5 steps • days of waiting
Roof Direct
  1. 1
    Type your address — satellite measures your roof instantly
  2. 2
    Choose Good, Better, or Best — see your exact price
  3. 3
    Submit — we call to schedule your install
3 steps • Done in 2 minutes

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers. No sales pitch.

On Google, Bison Roofing has 4.9 stars from approximately 300 San Antonio reviews. Their BBB profile is A+ rated but has 3 complaints in the last 3 years — all unresolved. One complaint involved a manufacturer confirming improper shingle installation. KENS 5 investigated a refund dispute in 2025. On Yelp (8 reviews), complaints include no-show technicians and a confrontational CEO.
Their blog lists $4–$7 per sq ft for architectural shingles — that’s $10,000–$17,500 for a typical 2,500 sq ft roof. They promote an “Instant AI Generated Quote” tool, but it’s a lead capture form — not real instant pricing. An exact price requires an in-person inspection.

We show your exact roof replacement price online in 2 minutes. No appointment needed, no sales call.
Yes — we install the same major shingle brands with the same manufacturer warranties. Your warranty comes from the manufacturer, not the installer — same coverage, same protection, regardless of what you pay for installation.
Bison was founded in San Antonio in 2004 by Genaro Montelongo. They now operate across San Antonio, Austin, Houston, the Rio Grande Valley, and Colorado — a multi-market operation, not a single-location business.

Roof Direct SA is owned and operated by Daniel Cabrera, 1 owner, 1 location, 16 years in San Antonio.
Yes. We are a San Antonio licensed roofer — Home Improvement Contractor License #HIC-26-00245, issued by the City of San Antonio Department of Development Services. We carry full general liability insurance and workers’ compensation coverage.
Yes. In 2025, a customer who canceled within the 3-day cancellation period fought for two months to get a refund of her $9,000+ deposit. Bison initially agreed to cancel, then reversed course claiming “emergency tarping” constituted started work. The refund was processed only after KENS 5 got involved.

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Sources

  1. Bison Roofing promotes an “Instant AI Generated Quote” tool on their website, but it functions as a lead capture form that funnels to a sales call. An exact price requires an in-person inspection. Their blog publishes general ranges: $4–$7/sq ft for architectural shingles. (bisonroofing.net, accessed March 2026)
  2. Bison Roofing and Construction Co. was founded in 2004 by Genaro Montelongo. They operate across San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Rio Grande Valley, and Colorado. ~15–20 employees including 3 outside sales reps, an account manager, and inside sales closers. (BBB profile, bisonroofing.net, accessed March 2026) [source]
  3. Indeed salary data for Bison Roofing: Outside Sales Rep average ~$48,513/yr (vs $78,858 SA market average). Below-market base suggests heavy commission reliance. (indeed.com, accessed March 2026)
  4. BBB profile for Bison Roofing: A+ rating, Accredited since 2008. 3 complaints in the last 3 years, all unresolved. Complaint #1: manufacturer investigation confirmed improper shingle installation; customer escalated to Texas Attorney General. Complaint #2: $56,000 project with 12+ leaks, ~20 unanswered phone calls. Complaint #3: owner allegedly cursed and threatened customer over billing dispute. (bbb.org, accessed March 2026) [source]
  5. KENS 5 investigation (2025): Customer canceled contract within 3-day cancellation period and fought two months for a refund of $9,000+ deposit. Bison initially agreed to cancel, then reversed course claiming “emergency tarping” constituted started work. Refund processed only after media intervention. [source]
  6. Bison Roofing Yelp page: 8 reviews, mixed. Complaints include no-show technicians twice, a CEO who “demanded respect” during a customer service dispute, and a roof left untarped for 2 days. (yelp.com, accessed March 2026) [source]
  7. Google reviews for Bison Roofing San Antonio: 4.9 stars from approximately 300 reviews. (Google, accessed March 2026)

*Pricing based on publicly available data from each company’s website as of March 2026. Actual pricing varies by roof size, materials, and condition. Contact each company directly for exact quotes.