BEST Roofing Company Near You in Washington DC | ASAP Roof Installation & Free Estimates

Product: GAF Timberline HDZ
Shingle Color: Barkwood
Click Here to see more shingle colors from both GAF and Atlas Roofing.

‍

A DC classic and a rare install to install shingled roofs in DC. Most homes we do in DC are flat roofs due to a majority of homes in DC being row homes. This is one of those classic DC brick homes with real timber construction. This home over the years had been shingled over so we had to remove 2 layers of shingles. This is never a good idea as it degrades the top layer of shingles and you end up trapping moisture rather than redoing the roof properly. Regardless the home was in need of repair and the leaks were showing through both layers of shingles. After tearing off this roof, making some wood repairs, we began installing a new GAF roofing system. The roof was installed in a day and the homeowners have been enjoying their leakproof roof ever sense.

‍

Roofing Problems Unique To Washington DC

Roofing in D.C. is by no means straightforward. DC has a mix of old and new construction that each come with their own set of challenges. Older homes have sagging rafters, aging or worse yet crumbling masonry that connects to the roofline, and unique materials you don’t see in other parts of the DMV. It takes a crew that’s been trained and has experience dealing with these types of construction challenges before to get the job done correctly. And it is very important it is done correctly because hiring someone without the right tools or right experience for the job means more leaks, further deteriorating a already deteriorated structural issues, and expensive fixes down the line. Bottom line: D.C. roofing isn’t one-size-fits-all, so make sure you’ve got a team that knows what they’re doing. Good news for you is that we are that team and will ensure you job is done correctly.

Roofing Codes and Permits in Washington DC

In Washington, DC, a building permit is required for roofing projects that involve replacing or repairing more than 100 square feet or if there are more than two existing layers of roofing. However, for repairs or replacements under 100 square feet with fewer than two existing layers, a permit is not necessary. Properties in historic districts may have additional requirements, even for minor repairs. For detailed guidelines and the permitting process, visit the D.C. Department of Buildings' website (dob.dc.gov) or consult the D.C. Housing Authority's roofing guidelines (dchousing.org). Good news for you is that you don't have to worry about this because we are licensed roofers in Washington DC (DC Roofing License #410519000037) and pull permits on our roofing projects in the District.