Asphalt Shingle Roofing in Vancouver

Asphalt shingle roofing in Vancouver runs $4.50 to $9.00 CAD per sq. ft. of roof area, installed. For a 2,000 sq. ft. roof, that lands between $9,000 and $18,000. Steep pitches, a second layer of old shingles, and rotted decking push a project above that range.

Tear-off and disposal of the old roofing, a deck inspection with plywood replaced where it has rotted, underlayment, ice-and-water shield, flashing, ventilation, new shingles, a magnet sweep of the yard, and a final walkthrough with you. Your written quote lists which of these your roof needs.

Often, yes. A roof under 15 years old with a single leak is usually a repair. Past 20 years, or leaking in more than one place, replacement costs less over time than repeated patching. We tell you which after looking at it.

Architectural shingles suit most Vancouver homes and are rated to 177 km/h. On exposed or coastal properties we recommend SBS-modified performance shingles, rated to 209 km/h, because the rubberized asphalt stays flexible and resists cracking.

Shingles shed water by overlap rather than by sealing, so rain runs off course by course. The layer underneath does the real work: synthetic underlayment, plus ice-and-water shield at the valleys and eaves, catches whatever wind drives sideways. Leaks almost always start at flashing, valleys, and penetrations, not in the middle of a shingle field.

We don’t shingle in steady rain, because the sealant strips need dry conditions to bond. Tear-off is planned around the forecast and the deck is tarped whenever the crew is off it. Winter re-roofing is routine here; we work to the weather windows.

No shingle permanently prevents moss. Copper granules in AR shingles stop the black algae streaking, and most AR lines carry a 10-year warranty against it. Moss is a maintenance question: keep the roof clear of debris, keep gutters draining, and cut back branches that shade it.

Most single-family re-roofs take two to three days on site. Larger or steeper roofs, and roofs needing significant deck repair, run longer. We work around the forecast and tarp the deck overnight, so the roof is never left open to rain.

Yes. We carry full liability insurance and active WorkSafeBC coverage. Ask and we will send the clearance letter before work starts. Strata councils and property managers usually want it on file, and homeowners are welcome to it too.

Two, and both come in writing. The manufacturer covers the shingles; we cover our workmanship on the installation. Our CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster and GAF Certified Contractor status is what lets us register the extended manufacturer coverage on your roof.