Roof Replacement San Diego

At some point, a roof hits the end of the road. Too worn. Too patched. Too many problems stacked on top of each other. Roof replacement in San Diego is about starting over the right way, not just putting new material on old issues.

  • Free, No-Pressure Estimates

  • 40+ years in business

  • Licensed & Insured

GET A FREE QUOTE!

When Roof Replacement Makes Sense

Roof replacement usually comes up after years of small fixes. Leaks start showing up more often. Tiles crack easier. Shingles stop holding. Underlayment is worn out even if the surface on top still looks good by eye.

We see this a lot on homes built in the 80s and 90s around Spring Valley, La Mesa, El Cajon, and Mission Valley. At that point, continuing with roof repair usually costs more over time than doing a full roof replacement once and being done with it.

What Roof Replacement Includes

Roof replacement means removing the old roof, not stacking new material on top of problems. We tear off the existing system, inspect the deck, and fix soft or damaged areas if needed. New underlayment goes down, flashing gets replaced, and penetrations are handled correctly.

Then the new roofing system is installed based on what fits the home and San Diego conditions. Shingle, tile, or flat systems all get handled differently. Venting and drainage matter more here than most people realize, especially with heat.

How Long Roof Replacement Takes

Most residential roof replacements take a few days. Some go quicker. Some take longer depending on roof type, pitch, and access. Tile roofs usually add time. Steep roofs do too.

Weather and what’s found after tear-off can also change timing. We explain that upfront and keep homeowners in the loop as work moves along. This isn’t rushed, one-day work meant to just look finished.

San Diego Roof Replacement problems we see all the time

Sun is the biggest factor here. UV breaks materials down faster than people expect. Underlayment failure is one of the most common issues we see, even when the roof surface still looks decent.

Older framing, multiple past roof layers, and homes built before modern ventilation standards also come into play. Inland heat hits harder than coastal air, and that affects material choices. Roof replacement here needs to account for real conditions, not just specs.

Solar and roof repair

If solar is planned, roof replacement should come first. Always. You don’t want panels installed on a roof that’s already near the end of its life.

We coordinate solar installation with roof replacement so attachment points, layouts, and penetrations are planned from the start. That avoids removing panels later and keeps responsibility in one place instead of split between contractors.

Permits and inspections

Most roof replacements in San Diego require permits and inspections. We handle that process and schedule inspections as the job moves forward.

Skipping steps causes problems later, especially when selling the home. Doing it by the book keeps everything clean and avoids surprises down the road.

GET A FREE QUOTE!

Request A Free Roof Replacement Quote

San Diego Location

Serving San Diego County

If your home is in San Diego County, there’s a good chance we’ve worked on a project nearby.

Not sure whether we service your location, just ask!

McKay Roofing and Solar

San Diego Office

3737 Bancroft Dr, Spring Valley, CA 91977

Licensed & Insured

License #1130793

Contact Information

Hours

Mon - Fri: 7am - 4:30pm

Sat: Closed

Sun: Closed