Common problems
- Missing or curled shingles
- Ice dams in winter
- Sagging or soft spots
Services
- Leak repair
- Shingle replacement
- Full roof replacement estimates
If it's urgent: Don't climb up after storm damage. Put something under the leak and take pictures for your insurer.
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What Mountain View housing means for roof repair
Most homes date from the 1950s and 1960s. Eichler homes often have radiant heat pipes in the slab.
Castro Street is the main downtown street. Many homes from this era have low-slope sections over porches or garages that need different materials than the main roof. Old Mountain View has older bungalows near downtown.
Most rain falls between November and March, so a small leak can sit unnoticed through the dry season until the first big storm. Caltrain and VTA light rail meet downtown.
Common reasons for a call
Sound familiar?
- Sagging or soft spots
- Water dripping or stains on the ceiling
- Missing or curled shingles
What happens after you call
- Phone in, or fill out the short form and describe what's wrong.
- A roofing contractor with openings near Mountain View gets the details.
- The pro contacts you, and nothing happens until you agree.
Who handles what in Mountain View
In California, licenses for roofing contractors come from the Contractors State License Board. A full replacement usually needs a permit from the City of Mountain View Building Division, and the contractor normally pulls it. Ask for the scope, materials and cleanup in writing before the first shingle comes off.
Permit questions go to the City of Mountain View Building Division. The city delivers mostly SFPUC water, with some groundwater and Valley Water supply. Monta Loma has a large group of Eichler homes. Moffett Field and NASA Ames are on the east edge.
Get ready for the call
Take photos of any leaks, stains or damage from inside and from the ground.
Have a rough idea of the age of the equipment or fixture involved.
Common questions
What causes roof leaks?
Worn flashing around chimneys, vents and skylights is a common cause, along with missing shingles and clogged gutters.
Is it safe to go on my roof?
It's better to let a pro handle it. Falls are a serious risk. Ladders and wet or steep surfaces cause serious injuries every year, and a pair of binoculars from the ground is a safer first look.
Is there anything local about roof repair in Mountain View?
Shoreline Park is built on a former landfill. The Shoreline Amphitheatre is a major concert venue. Google's headquarters is in North Bayshore. Those details help the roofing contractor plan the visit.
Which parts of Mountain View can you help with?
Yes, as long as a pro is available. Mountain View ZIP codes 94040, 94041, 94043 are in range, and that includes Whisman, Gemello, North Bayshore and Old Mountain View. Share the street name when you call so we can check the right part of town.
Who issues permits for roof repair work in Mountain View?
Permits in Mountain View go through the City of Mountain View Building Division. Not every repair needs one, so ask the roofing contractor whether yours does when you get the quote.
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Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Mountain View, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 94040, 94041, 94043
Nearby
- Roofing in Sunnyvale
- Palo Alto roofing
- Roofing near Cupertino
- Santa Clara, CA roofing
- Roofing in Fremont
- Redwood City roofing
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