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Trusted Roof Replacement for San Jose Homeowners
A full San Jose Roof Replacement typically runs between $12,000 and $28,000 for a standard asphalt shingle roof on a 1,500 to 2,500 square foot home, with most jobs completed in 3 to 7 working days once materials arrive. We’re Tilehurst Roofing San Jose, part of the Kingswell family of roofing companies founded in 2000, and we’ve built our reputation on a simple promise: the written price we hand you before work starts is the price you pay when the crew leaves. If you’re tired of contractors who don’t show up or change numbers at the door, call Greg Holloway’s team at (669) 274-0078 and we’ll walk your roof with you.
We answer every call with a live person, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. That includes evenings and weekends, when roof problems rarely announce themselves politely.
Roof Installation
Roof Installation means tearing off the existing roof down to the decking and building a complete new roofing system from the deck up, including underlayment, flashing, drip edge, and the finished surface. You need it when your roof has reached the end of its service life, usually 20 to 30 years for asphalt shingles in San Jose’s hot, dry climate, or when leaks have become frequent enough that patching no longer makes financial sense. We handle the entire job, pulling permits, coordinating inspections, and hauling away every scrap of debris. A new roof installation through Tilehurst Roofing San Jose usually lands between $12,000 and $28,000 depending on square footage, pitch, and material choice.
Full Tear-Off vs. Overlay
We recommend a full tear-off on nearly every job. It lets us inspect the decking for rot and damage that an overlay would hide, and it means you’re not paying to install a new roof on top of a failing one.
What Gets Replaced
The roofing system includes more than shingles. We replace the underlayment, the drip edge that channels water away from fascia boards, all flashing around chimneys and vents, and ridge cap where the roof peaks meet.
Styles & brands we work with
Roof Replacement Contractor
A Roof Replacement Contractor is the company you hire to manage the entire replacement project, from the initial inspection through the final cleanup and warranty paperwork. You need one when your roof has multiple leak points, visible sagging, or shingle granule loss that shows up in your gutters after every rain. Tilehurst Roofing San Jose acts as your single point of contact: we handle permits, material ordering, the crew schedule, and the final walkthrough inspection with you. If you’re wondering how much Roof Replacement costs, a full replacement in San Jose ranges from $12,000 to $28,000 for most asphalt shingle homes, with the written quote locked before we start.
Why the Written Price Matters
We put every number on paper before any work starts. No verbal estimates, no change orders after the tear-off reveals “unexpected” problems, no pressure to upgrade at the door.
How We Vet Our Crews
Every technician who steps onto your property is background-checked and wears a Tilehurst uniform, so you always know who is on your roof and why. Greg Holloway personally reviews every job file before the crew rolls out.
Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement
Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement is the most common roofing project in San Jose, where the majority of homes wear architectural asphalt shingles that last 20 to 30 years under our intense summer sun. You need it when shingles are curling at the edges, losing granules, or when you can see dark patches where the protective surface has worn away. We install asphalt shingle roofs from GAF, Owens Corning, CertainTeed, IKO, Atlas, Tamko, and Boral, so the product matches your home’s style and your budget rather than whatever happens to be in our warehouse. Expect to pay $12,000 to $22,000 for a standard asphalt shingle replacement on a typical San Jose ranch or two-story home.
Architectural vs. Three-Tab
Architectural shingles, also called dimensional shingles, are thicker and provide a more textured look than flat three-tab shingles. They also carry longer manufacturer warranties and hold up better against San Jose’s dry heat and occasional heavy winter storms.
Cool Roof Options
Some asphalt shingle lines now carry reflective granules that meet California’s Title 24 cool roof requirements. These can lower attic temperatures by 20 to 30 degrees in summer, which matters when San Jose sees week-long stretches above 90 degrees.
New Roof Installation
New Roof Installation covers any situation where a structure needs a roof where none currently exists, whether that’s a newly built addition, a detached garage, or a complete rebuild after a fire or major storm. You need it when you’re adding square footage that requires a roof tied into the existing house lines, or when an older structure’s roof has failed beyond repair. Tilehurst Roofing San Jose handles new roof installation for additions, ADUs, garages, and full home rebuilds throughout Santa Clara County, including Roof Replacement - Santa Clara projects. Pricing depends heavily on the structure’s size and roof design, but most residential new roof installations run $15,000 to $28,000 when tied into an existing home.
Matching Existing Lines
When we install a new roof that ties into an existing one, we match the roofline, the shingle profile, and the color as closely as possible. The goal is a finished look that appears original to the house, not an obvious add-on.
ADU and Detached Structure Roofs
San Jose homeowners building ADUs often need a separate roof on the new structure. We coordinate with your general contractor or build the roof as a standalone scope, and the written price covers the full system, not just the shingles.
Reroofing
Reroofing is the process of removing an old roof and installing a new one on the same structure, typically because the existing roof has aged past repair. You need it when your roof is 25 to 30 years old and starting to show problems in multiple areas at once, because chasing individual leaks on an old roof costs more per year than replacing it. We handle reroofing across San Jose, including the neighborhoods of Willow Glen, Almaden Valley, Berryessa, and Evergreen, where many homes built in the 1990s and early 2000s are now hitting their first replacement cycle, and we also manage Roof Replacement - Milpitas projects nearby. A reroofing job in San Jose typically costs $12,000 to $26,000 depending on roof size, pitch, and the material you select.
Signs It’s Time to Reroof
If you’re seeing leaks in more than two rooms, shingles in the yard after every windstorm, or water stains spreading across ceilings, it’s usually cheaper to reroof than to keep repairing. Granule loss that clogs your gutters every month is another tell that the shingle surface is failing.
Reroofing During the Dry Season
San Jose gets nearly all its rain between November and March, which makes late spring through early fall the most predictable window for reroofing. We schedule most reroofing jobs between April and October, when dry weather keeps crews moving without weather delays.
Flat Roof Replacement
Flat Roof Replacement covers low-slope and flat roofing systems, common on San Jose homes built in the mid-century modern style and on garages, porches, and additions across the city. You need it when your flat roof shows pooling water after rain, visible cracks in the surface, or bubbling that indicates trapped moisture under the membrane. We replace flat roofs using modified bitumen, TPO, or built-up roofing systems, and we can source materials from Atlas and CertainTeed’s commercial lines depending on the project. Flat roof replacement in San Jose generally runs $10,000 to $22,000 depending on the square footage and the system you choose.
Flat Roof Drainage Problems
The biggest enemy of a flat roof is standing water, and many older San Jose homes were built with inadequate slope toward the drains or scuppers. We check the drainage design as part of every flat roof replacement and add tapered insulation or crickets where water needs help finding its way off.
Material Tradeoffs for Flat Roofs
TPO is a single-ply membrane that reflects heat and handles ponding water well, while modified bitumen is a multi-layer asphalt-based system that resists punctures from foot traffic and falling branches. We’ll walk you through both options and give you a written price for each.
Brands We Service
We install GAF shingle systems regularly, and our crews know their Timberline line well enough to hit the manufacturer’s required nailing pattern without hesitation. GAF’s limited lifetime warranties only stay valid when the installation meets their spec sheet, and that’s the standard we build to on every San Jose roof.
For homes that want a distinctive look, we offer Tamko’s Heritage line, which carries some of the richest color blends in the industry, and Atlas shingles when the priority is impact resistance and fire rating. Boral products appear more often on flat and tile roof projects where concrete or composite tile fits the architecture better than asphalt.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- Water stains on ceilings or walls. A stain means water has already penetrated the roof, the underlayment, and likely the decking. By the time you see it inside, the leak has been working for weeks, and mold can start within 48 hours of moisture reaching insulation.
- Shingles in the yard after wind. When shingles start blowing off, they’re usually brittle and near the end of their life. One or two missing shingles is a repair; shingles after every storm is the roof telling you it’s done.
- Sagging ridge lines. A ridge that dips or sags usually means the decking underneath has absorbed moisture and lost structural strength. That’s not a repair situation, it’s a replacement situation, and it gets more expensive the longer it sits.
- Daylight through the attic boards. Go into your attic on a sunny day and look up. If you can see pinpoints of light through the decking, water can get in through those same openings, and the decking needs replacement.
- Granules in gutters every week. Asphalt shingles shed granules as they age, but steady accumulation means the protective surface is failing fast. Once the granules go, the asphalt beneath bakes and cracks under San Jose’s summer sun.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Roof inspection and written quote. We walk the roof, check the attic, and photograph everything we find. Within 24 hours, you receive a written price that covers every component, from the decking inspection to the final magnetic sweep of your yard.
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Permit and material order. We pull the City of San Jose building permit and order your chosen shingles, underlayment, flashing, and ridge cap. You’ll know the delivery date before we start, and the materials get drop-shipped to your address.
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Tear-off and decking inspection. The crew removes the old roof down to the decking, then we inspect every board. If any plywood is rotted or delaminated, we show you the damage and replace only what’s needed, at a per-sheet price already listed in your written quote.
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New roof installation. Underlayment goes down first, followed by drip edge, flashing at every penetration, then shingles, ridge cap, and vents. We follow the manufacturer’s installation spec to the letter, so your warranty stays fully valid.
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Final walkthrough and written guarantee. Greg Holloway or a senior supervisor walks the roof with you before the crew leaves. You get a written guarantee covering the full installation, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise means if anything isn’t right, we come back and fix it at no charge for a full year.
How Much Does Roof Replacement Cost in San Jose?
A standard asphalt shingle roof replacement on a 1,500 to 2,000 square foot San Jose home typically costs between $12,000 and $20,000. Larger homes over 2,500 square feet run $18,000 to $28,000. Flat roof replacement generally lands between $10,000 and $22,000, while high-end materials like Boral tile or thick architectural shingles can push the total higher.
What affects the price: roof pitch (steeper roofs take longer and require safety rigging), number of penetrations like chimneys and vents, the condition of the decking underneath, and whether the home has multiple roof lines or dormers. San Jose’s building codes also require specific underlayment standards and attic ventilation calculations, which add modest cost but protect the roof’s lifespan.
To avoid overpaying, get a written line-item quote and compare it against at least one other similar quote. Watch for contractors who quote a low number verbally, then add change orders after tear-off. Our written price includes the decking replacement rate per sheet, so there are no surprises when we find rot. Every estimate is free, and it covers the full scope: materials, labor, dump fees, permits, and cleanup.
Our Service Area Near San Jose
We serve homeowners throughout San Jose and the surrounding South Bay, including Roof Replacement in Fremont and Roof Replacement in Santa Clara, plus Campbell, Los Gatos, Milpitas, Cupertino, Mountain View, and Menlo Park. Most inspections are scheduled within two to three business days, and we coordinate around your availability, not the other way around. If you’re in East Palo Alto, North Fair Oaks, or Scotts Valley, the same written-price guarantee applies. Check our home page for the full list of neighborhoods we cover.
Serving San Jose, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the San Jose area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roof Replacement in San Jose
Roof replacement is the complete removal of your existing roof down to the wood decking, followed by installation of a new roofing system including underlayment, flashing, drip edge, and the finished surface material. It differs from roof repair, which patches specific problem areas without replacing the whole system. Most San Jose homes need a full replacement every 20 to 30 years depending on the material.
Most asphalt shingle roof replacements in San Jose take 3 to 7 working days from tear-off to final cleanup. Weather delays are rare between April and October, when the South Bay gets almost no rain. Larger homes, steep roofs, or custom material orders can extend the timeline, and we’ll put the schedule in writing before we start.
A typical asphalt shingle roof replacement runs $12,000 to $20,000 for a 1,500 to 2,000 square foot home, with larger homes running up to $28,000. Flat roofs run $10,000 to $22,000. The exact number depends on roof size, pitch, material, and decking condition, and your written quote locks the price in before any work begins. Call (669) 274-0078 to schedule a free estimate.
Yes, we install and replace roofs using GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, IKO, Atlas, Tamko, and Boral products. Having access to seven manufacturers means we can match the material to your home’s architecture and your budget rather than pushing one house brand. If you have a preference, we’ll quote it; if you want a recommendation, we’ll give you an honest one.
We’re available 24/7 by phone, and a live person answers every call, including evenings and weekends. For urgent situations like a tree through the roof or a major storm breach, we can often get a crew out to tarp the damage quickly, then schedule the full replacement. Call (669) 274-0078 and someone will answer.
Every roof replacement includes the manufacturer’s warranty on materials, which varies by product line and may cover 25 years to lifetime depending on the shingle. We also provide our own written guarantee covering workmanship, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise means if anything isn’t done right, we make it right at no charge for a full year after the job.
Move vehicles out of the driveway and away from the house, since debris and materials need cleared space. Remove wall hangings and fragile items from shelves, because hammering vibrates through the frame. Cover items in the attic with old sheets, since some dust will sift through, and let your neighbors know the crew will be working during the day. We handle everything else, including a final magnetic sweep for stray nails.
Schedule Your Roof Replacement Service in San Jose Today
Call (669) 274-0078 and a live person will answer, day or night. We’ll schedule a free roof inspection, walk the roof with you, and hand you a written price before any work starts. No pressure, no change orders, no voicemail. That’s the Kingswell Way, and Greg Holloway’s team at Tilehurst Roofing San Jose stands behind it for a full year.
Written by Greg Holloway, Owner at Tilehurst Roofing San Jose, serving San Jose since 2000.