Flat Roof Replacement
TPO, EPDM, PVC, and modified bitumen systems for rowhouses and low-slope roofs — including tapered insulation to fix ponding.
Flat Roof Replacement →Roof Replacement — Washington, D.C.
Roof Replacement Done Right
When repair stops making sense, we replace it properly — full tear-off, deck inspection, and a roof system built for D.C. weather. Free inspection and a written estimate before you commit to anything.
Every roof type, one team
Choose Your New Roof
D.C. homes need different roofs — a rowhouse in Shaw wants a membrane system, a detached home in Tenleytown wants shingles or metal, a Georgetown historic home wants slate. Pick the path that matches your home.
Asphalt Shingle Replacement
Architectural shingles for D.C.'s detached and semi-detached homes — the workhorse roof for most of the District.
Shingle Roofing →Metal Roof Replacement
Standing-seam metal that sheds snow and ice, reflects summer heat, and stands up to D.C. wind.
Metal Roofing →Slate & Tile Replacement
Careful, HPO-aware slate and tile work for historic homes — every project scoped individually after inspection.
Slate & Tile Roofing →Know the signs
Signs It's Time for a New Roof
Age
Most asphalt roofs live 20–30 years, and flat membranes have their own limits. If yours is pushing that range, replacement beats another patch.
Widespread wear
Granule loss, curling, or brittle shingles across the whole roof — not just one spot.
Repeated repairs
If you're calling a roofer every year or two, the repair money is adding up to replacement money.
Sagging or daylight
A sagging deck or daylight visible through attic boards means structural issues — this needs a professional look soon.
Multiple leaks
One leak is a repair. Leaks in several places at once usually means the system is done.
Storm damage across the roof
Hail and wind can age a roof years in a single storm. Our storm damage page covers what to do after one.
Not sure which side you're on? Take the repair-vs-replace quiz — it takes two minutes.
What you get
What a Replacement Includes
- Full tear-off. We remove the old roof down to the deck — no shingles-over-shingles shortcuts hiding problems.
- Deck inspection & repair. Every inch of decking gets checked. Soft or rotted sections are replaced before anything goes over them.
- Underlayment. A proper moisture barrier goes down over the whole deck — the hidden layer that does heavy lifting.
- New roof system. Your membrane, shingles, metal, or slate installed per manufacturer specs for D.C. conditions.
- Flashing & ventilation. New flashing at every penetration, valley, and wall — plus ventilation checked and corrected.
- Thorough cleanup. Nails magnet-swept, landscaping protected, debris hauled. We leave your property like we found it.
Rough Cost Estimator
Get a ballpark planning figure for your replacement project in seconds.
For slate, tile, or historic-district work, pricing is custom — call for a free inspection.
Planning estimate for the Washington, D.C. market — not a quote. Your written estimate follows a free inspection.
Roof replacement FAQs
Questions We Hear a Lot
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most residential jobs in D.C. complete in a few days. Larger or more complex roofs take longer — you'll get a realistic schedule with your written estimate, and we'll keep you posted as work progresses.
Can you just layer new shingles over the old ones?
We recommend a full tear-off so the deck can be inspected. Overlaying hides rot and adds weight, and it usually voids the underlayment protection your roof needs. Tear-off is the right way.
What about my landscaping and property?
We protect it. Tarps over plantings, plywood over delicate areas, and a thorough magnetic nail sweep of your yard and driveway when we're done. A replacement shouldn't cost you your garden.
Do I need a permit in D.C.?
D.C. permit requirements vary by project scope, and we'll discuss what applies to your job at the estimate — we handle the roofing side of things and will tell you plainly what's needed before work starts.
How much does a roof replacement cost?
It depends on size, material, and roof condition — see our Pricing Guide for planning ranges, and use the estimator above for a quick ballpark. Every project gets a free inspection and a written estimate, so you'll know the real number before committing.
Ready for a roof that lasts?
Free inspection, written estimate, no pressure. We come to you anywhere in Washington, D.C.