Common problems
- Leaks around a chimney or skylight
- Ice dams in winter
- Sagging or soft spots
Services
- Shingle replacement
- Flat roof repair
- 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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Know your Redwood City house
The historic San Mateo County Courthouse anchors downtown. The city motto is Climate Best by Government Test.
The Port of Redwood City is the only deepwater port in the South Bay. Roofs here range from asphalt shingles to flat sections over additions, and the joints between them are common leak points. Many older homes have raised foundations.
Most rain falls between November and March, so a small leak can sit unnoticed through the dry season until the first big storm. Redwood Shores is built on fill along the Bay.
What usually goes wrong
Typical calls we get from Redwood City:
- Leaks around a chimney or skylight
- Ice dams in winter
- Sagging or soft spots
What happens after you call
- Phone in, or fill out the short form and describe what's wrong.
- We send it to an independent roofing contractor who works around Redwood City.
- You hear from the pro directly about when they can come.
Permits, licenses and your utility
In California, licenses for roofing contractors come from the Contractors State License Board. Ask for a written estimate that lists materials, tear-off, disposal and how any rotten decking will be handled.
Who runs what: the City of Redwood City for water, Silicon Valley Clean Water for wastewater and the City of Redwood City Building Division for permits. Mount Carmel has many 1920s homes. Emerald Hills is a hillside area west of the city.
Before you call
Note the age of the roof if you know it, and any past repairs.
Have a rough idea of the age of the equipment or fixture involved.
What people ask us
What should I tell the roofer?
Describe where you see water, when it happens and the roof type if you know it. If you can, note which rooms are affected and whether leaks follow wind from one direction.
How often should gutters be cleaned?
At least once or twice a year, more if trees overhang the roof. Clogged gutters send water back under the roof edge and down the walls, so they matter more than they seem.
Can a roof leak be patched?
Often, yes, if the rest of the roof is in good shape. A roofer will look at the decking, flashing and overall wear before suggesting a patch or a bigger repair.
Do you cover Farm Hill and Farm Hill?
Most likely. We cover Farm Hill, Woodside Plaza, Redwood Shores and Friendly Acres and other parts of Redwood City, across 94061, 94063, 94065. If nobody's available, we'll tell you, and you can call back later or pick another day that works better.
Where do permits come from in Redwood City?
Redwood City permits come from the City of Redwood City Building Division. Ask the roofing contractor before work starts whether a permit applies to your job.
If you're renting in Redwood City, check your lease for who handles this repair.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Redwood City, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 94061, 94063, 94065
Nearby
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