Roofing questions from Bay Area homeowners

Typical Bay Area asphalt shingle replacements often fall between $9,000 and $28,000, depending on size, pitch, access, and material. Tile and metal cost more. A focused repair is usually much less. We measure your roof and send a written estimate before work starts.

Most residential replacements finish in one to three days once materials are on site. Size, material, access, and weather can change that. A focused repair can be same day. We give you the plan before we start.

Use the form on this site or call (925) 488-1882. We schedule an inspection at a time that works for you and send a written estimate. There is no obligation. You will see the scope, timeline, and options before you decide.

We offer financing for the entire project: up to 100% financing, not credit based, and same-day approvals. Ask when you request the estimate. Repair work is usually paid on completion.

We repair the leak when the cause is local and the rest of the roof still has life. Replacement makes sense when leaks keep returning, the roof is past its expected life, or a second layer is already on the wood. We tell you which path fits after we inspect.

Tile is a water-shedding system, not a waterproof one. The underlayment does the sealing. If that layer is old and cracked, water that naturally runs under the tiles finds those cracks.

We lift the tiles, install new underlayment and valley metal, and put sound tiles back on. It keeps the look of the house and often costs less than a full material change.

Wind and sudden rain damage are often covered. Wear, age, and poor maintenance usually are not. We photograph the roof and write an honest scope so you can share facts with your adjuster. We do not invent damage to force a claim.

When the schedule allows, we can tarp an active leak the same day so more water stays out of your home. After a regional storm we help homes with water coming inside first. Call (925) 488-1882 and tell us what you are seeing.

Yes. Roof By Tom Inc is licensed with the California Contractors State License Board, CSLB #1112980, and we carry insurance. You can look up the license before you book. We pull city permits when your job requires them.

Most Bay Area cities require a permit for a full roof replacement. Small repairs often do not. We pull the permit when the city requires it and build to the inspection. Ask us about your address when you request the estimate.

Yes. We protect walkways, keep a clean drop zone, and work so you can live around the project. Most homes stay livable the whole time.

Yes. We coordinate with your solar contractor on a remove-and-replace, or we work around the array when that fits. Ask us when you send the quote request.

Usually yes. Send the approved list or a photo of a neighbor roof you like. We show you the product before we order.

Some do, some do not. If your association has a rule, send it with the quote request. We can often pick an approved profile and color.

It is louder than shingles. Extra underlayment can soften the sound. We talk through that option if bedrooms sit under the roof plane.

Yes. We plan access, debris, and the work zone so tenants and staff can keep using the building. You get the schedule in writing before we start.

TPO is a white sheet roof that is heat-welded at the seams and reflects heat. A layered modified system can be right on a smaller or more complicated roof. We inspect first and recommend the system that fits the structure.

Foot traffic and standing water break curb flashing and seams. We track the leak to that detail, then rebuild it so the patch ties into the existing roof instead of coating over a mystery stain.