Common problems
- Missing or curled shingles
- Leaks around a chimney or skylight
- Ice dams in winter
Services
- Shingle replacement
- Flashing and chimney 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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The local picture in San Jose
The Hayward and Calaveras faults run along the east side of the valley. Japantown is one of only a few remaining historic Japantowns in the country.
Cambrian, Blossom Valley and Evergreen are full of ranch homes with attached garages. Additions often have a lower-pitch roof tied into the original one, and that seam is a common spot for leaks. Mineta San José International Airport sits just north of Downtown.
Most rain falls between November and March, so a small leak can sit unnoticed through the dry season until the first big storm. The hills east of the city turn gold by early summer.
When it's time for a pro
What usually prompts a call:
- Ice dams in winter
- Sagging or soft spots
- Water dripping or stains on the ceiling
What happens after you call
- Let us know the address area and the symptom.
- We hand the job to an independent roofing contractor active in San Jose.
- The pro contacts you, and nothing happens until you agree.
Local rules
In California, licenses for roofing contractors come from the Contractors State License Board. If storm damage is involved, take photos before repairs for any insurance claim. Ask how the roofer will protect gutters, plantings and walkways while work is underway.
The Regional Wastewater Facility is one of the largest advanced treatment plants in the western United States. Your water bill comes from San Jose Water, San José Municipal Water or Great Oaks Water, depending on the neighborhood, sewage is handled by the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility, and the City of San José Planning, Building and Code Enforcement department issues building permits. San José is the largest city in Northern California by population.
Get ready for the call
Note the age of the roof if you know it, and any past repairs.
Note whether the problem is constant or comes and goes.
What people ask us
Do you cover Japantown and Rose Garden?
Most likely. We cover Japantown, Blossom Valley, Alum Rock and West San José and other parts of San Jose, across 95002, 95013, 95110, 95111, 95112 and others. If nobody's available, we'll tell you, and you can call back later or pick another day that works better.
Should I file an insurance claim for storm damage?
Document the damage with photos and contact your insurer. A roofer can provide a written assessment. Keep the photos with the date and time, and save any receipts for emergency tarps or temporary repairs.
What is flashing?
Metal or other material that seals joints around chimneys, vents and walls. Failed flashing is a common leak source. Rusty, bent or lifted flashing is a common reason for leaks around chimneys and skylights.
Any San Jose details worth mentioning when I call?
Much of the city was orchard land that turned into tract housing from the 1950s through the 1970s. Willow Glen and the Rose Garden have many older bungalows and Spanish Revival houses. The Guadalupe River runs north through Downtown toward the Bay. It helps to say roughly when your home was built.
Where do permits come from in San Jose?
San Jose permits come from the City of San José Planning, Building and Code Enforcement department. Ask the roofing contractor before work starts whether a permit applies to your job.
If the problem changes before the visit, mention it when the pro reaches out.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from San Jose, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 95002, 95013, 95110, 95111, 95112, 95113, 95116, 95117, 95118, 95119, 95120, 95121, 95122, 95123, 95124, 95125, 95126, 95127, 95128, 95129, 95130, 95131, 95132, 95133, 95134, 95136, 95138, 95139, 95148
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