Roofing Questions, Answered Plainly
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General
What areas do you serve?
San Francisco (94110) and the surrounding neighborhoods, including Bernal Heights, Noe Valley, Potrero Hill, the Castro, Glen Park, SoMa, and Dogpatch. See our full service area page for details.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. We carry general liability insurance and operate in compliance with California roofing contractor requirements and the City and County of San Francisco's local building codes, including Title 24 energy standards.
Do you offer free inspections?
Every inspection is free, with no obligation to move forward. You'll get photos and a written summary of what we find either way.
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most single-family home replacements take one to three days depending on roof size, pitch, material, and access — narrow lots and TIC/multi-unit scheduling can add setup time. Weather can shift the schedule, and we'll keep you updated if it does.
How do I get a roofing quote?
Call us or fill out the contact form and we'll schedule a free on-site inspection. You'll get a written, itemized quote based on your actual roof — not a phone estimate.
Pricing
How much does a roof repair cost?
It depends entirely on the scope — a single flashing repair costs far less than deck repair after long-term moisture or UV damage. We give you an exact written number after the free inspection, not a phone estimate.
How much does a full roof replacement cost in San Francisco?
Cost depends on roof size, pitch, material choice, access, and how much deck repair is needed underneath the old roofing. Asphalt shingle replacement is generally the most cost-effective option for steep-slope sections; TPO and modified bitumen are standard for the flat sections common on Mission District flats and apartment buildings.
How much does a roof inspection cost?
Nothing — every inspection we perform is free, whether or not you move forward with repairs.
Do you require a deposit?
Standard practice for larger jobs is a modest deposit to schedule materials, with the balance due on completion. We'll spell out the exact payment schedule in your written estimate.
Mission District & San Francisco-Specific
Why does my roof age faster here than roofs in foggier parts of the city?
The Mission District sits in the Twin Peaks rain shadow, which makes it one of San Francisco's sunniest, warmest microclimates. More direct sun exposure and wider daily temperature swings accelerate UV breakdown and thermal-cycling wear on shingles and flat membranes — a different aging pattern than the chronic dampness that drives moss and rot in the city's fog-belt neighborhoods.
Do I need a cool roof under Title 24?
It depends on your roof's slope. California's Title 24 requires cool-roof-rated materials statewide for flat and low-slope re-roofing, but San Francisco sits in a coastal climate zone that's exempt from the cool-roof requirement for steep-slope residential re-roofing. Given the Mission's above-average sun exposure, a reflective cool roof on a flat section here can also mean a real, noticeable difference in top-floor comfort and cooling costs — not just a code checkbox. We'll confirm what applies to your specific roof during the inspection.
I co-own a building as a TIC — who's responsible for the roof?
It depends on your TIC agreement, but roof repair and replacement is typically a shared expense among all owners since the roof serves the whole structure. We're glad to provide a single written estimate and documentation that all co-owners can review together.
Do you work on flat roofs and small apartment buildings?
Regularly. Flat and low-slope roofing is common across the Mission's Victorian flats, TIC buildings, live-work lofts, and small apartment properties. See our flat roofing page for more.
Still Have Questions?
We're happy to talk through your specific situation — no pressure, no obligation.