Roof Replacement in Windsor

Roof Replacement for Windsor homes

Windsor's homes range from early-1900s brick houses in Walkerville and the older core to post-war bungalows and newer subdivisions in the east and south ends. In older Windsor neighbourhoods, a tear-off often turns up two or even three layers of shingles and original plank decking with gaps between the boards. We budget for that possibility in the quote, re-sheet where the boards can't hold a nail properly, and replace the tired chimney flashing that's common on houses of that age.

What's included

Full tear-off and a complete new asphalt shingle roof system, from the deck up to the ridge cap. Depending on your roof, the work can include:

• Complete tear-off
• Deck inspection and repair
• Eave and valley protection
• Underlayment and drip edge
• Shingles and flashing
• Ventilation
• Inspection.
• Written quote.
• Install day.
• Cleanup.

Full details, how the work runs and common questions are on our main roof replacement page. Want a ballpark first? Try the instant roof estimate with your Windsor address.

Local conditions in Windsor

Windsor's older homes often have steep, cut-up roofs with dormers, chimneys and porch roofs, while post-war bungalows have simple gables that are quick to reroof. On houses built before the 1950s, expect possible plank decking and multiple old layers; we plan for both in the quote rather than surprising you on the day.

Questions to ask before you hire

Whoever you hire for roof replacement in Windsor, get clear answers to these before signing:

• Will you tear off all existing layers, and how will you price any decking that needs replacing?
• How far up the roof will ice and water protection go at the eaves, and will valleys be lined?
• What is your ventilation plan for my attic?
• Is the shingle installation done to the manufacturer's specifications for warranty coverage?
• How will you protect my landscaping and clean up nails?

Permits and approvals

Building permits in Windsor are issued by the City of Windsor's Building Services department. Replacing shingles with similar materials usually doesn't need a permit, but structural repairs, new roof framing, new skylight openings and changes to the roof structure generally do. We confirm what applies to your project during planning.

More from Hammerline Roofing in Windsor

Property owners planning roof replacement in Windsor often look at related work too, including roof inspections, roof ventilation, eavestroughs & downspouts. We also provide roof replacement in LaSalle and roof replacement in Tecumseh. See every service we offer on our Windsor service area page.