Roof is 25 plus years old
Composition shingles last about 25 years in LA. Concrete tile underlayment lasts about 30. Past that point, replacement is more durable than another repair.
What we handle
What we fix and how we approach it
Two or more existing layers
California building code limits a roof to two layers in most cases. If you already have two layers, the new install requires a full tear off.
Widespread underlayment failure
Even if the visible roof looks fine, the layer underneath can be brittle, cracked, or shrunk. That is what stops the water, and that is what needs replacing.
Multiple leaks in different areas
Several leak points in different sections usually means the roof has reached the end of its life as a system, not that it has random isolated failures.
Insurance non renewal warning
Many California carriers now require a recent roof or non renew the policy. We provide the documentation your carrier needs.
Our process
From phone call to photo report
Free in person estimate
An owner or senior roofer walks the roof, measures, photographs, and reviews material options. You get a written estimate with a firm price.
Material selection and contract
We help you choose materials and color, sign a clear contract, and pull the permit if required by your jurisdiction.
Demolition and tear off
Old roof comes off all the way down to the deck. Damaged deck boards are replaced. Yard is protected. Dumpster is hauled away each day.
Install and inspection
New underlayment, flashing, ventilation, and roofing material installed to manufacturer spec. Final city or county inspection if required. Photo report delivered.
Why this matters
What you should know before hiring any roofer
A roof replacement is the largest exterior project most homeowners ever do. The materials matter, but the installation matters more. A premium roof installed poorly will leak within five years. A standard roof installed correctly will outlive everyone on the crew. American Roofing Pro has done thousands of replacements across Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley since 1993, and the workmanship is what we stake our license on.
Every replacement starts with the right estimate. The owner or a senior roofer walks the roof, takes real measurements, photographs the access conditions, and verifies the deck through the attic. That detail matters because a half inch of pitch difference between sections changes the material plan, and an obscured deck rot patch changes the demolition plan. We are not guessing in your driveway.
Material options on a typical LA replacement: architectural composition shingle (25 to 30 year life expectancy in this climate, the most common choice for repaints and re roofs), concrete tile (50 plus years, heavier, requires structural verification on older homes), clay tile (75 plus years, classic Spanish look, most expensive), and flat roof systems for low slope sections (TPO, modified bitumen, or PVC depending on the application). We walk you through what makes sense for your home and your budget, no upsell pressure.
Replacement projects typically run 2 to 7 working days from tear off to clean up depending on size, pitch, and material. Pricing depends on square footage, material, pitch, layers being removed, deck condition, and access. We give you a firm written number on the estimate, not a range, and that number stands unless we discover hidden conditions that are documented and approved by you before extra work begins.
Owner promise: An owner or senior roofer is the person who inspects your roof and writes your quote. Not a salesperson. Not a subcontractor. The same person who quotes the job is on site when the work happens.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about roof replacement
How much does a roof replacement cost in Los Angeles?
Composition shingle replacements on a typical single story 2,000 sq ft home in LA generally run from the high teens to the low thirties, depending on pitch, layers, and deck condition. Tile is higher. The estimator at /estimator/ gives a single firm online estimate from satellite imagery, and the in person inspection produces the final quote.
Do I need a permit?
Most full replacements in LA County require a permit. We pull the permit and coordinate the final inspection. The permit cost is included in the written estimate.
How long will the project take?
A typical single family replacement takes 2 to 5 working days. Larger or steeper roofs may run 5 to 7 days. We protect landscaping and clean the yard every day.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. We offer financing options for qualified homeowners. See /financing/ for details, or ask the project manager during your free estimate.
Will my warranty be honored if I sell the home?
Material warranties are typically transferable to the next homeowner with a small paperwork step. Workmanship warranties are on the home, not the original owner, in most cases. Specific terms are spelled out in the contract.
What about my landscaping?
We tarp landscaping below the work area, protect AC condensers and pool covers, and clean up debris daily. A magnetic nail sweep is done before the final inspection so you do not pick up roofing nails out of the lawn for months.
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Get a written quote and a photo report on every estimate. Licensed since 1993. Trusted by 5,500+ Los Angeles homeowners.