Spokane homes built before 1960 often carry three or more layers of asphalt shingles that must come off before a new roof goes down. Crews working from the North Washington Street shop start with a full deck inspection, looking for soft spots around chimneys and valleys common in Browne's Addition and the South Hill. Removing old layers reveals whether the original skip sheathing needs replacement, a step that adds time but prevents callbacks when winter snow arrives.
Metal panels or architectural shingles both perform in Spokane County winters, yet each requires different underlayment and ventilation details. On north-facing slopes where ice dams form, crews add extra ice-and-water shield along eaves and around plumbing vents. Homeowners in Airway Heights and Cheney notice the difference when attic temperatures stay lower and meltwater drains instead of backing up under the new surface.
Permit requirements in the city of Spokane call for a roof load calculation on any structure over 3,000 square feet. The shop keeps a running list of common rafter spans found in 1920s–1950s stock so the crew can flag upgrades before tear-off begins. This pre-check keeps projects on schedule even when unexpected rot shows up mid-job.
Technician insight
In Spokane the thing that catches most people out with Re-Roofing is hidden rot on the north side of 1920s–1940s homes where snow sits longest. South Hill and Browne's Addition roofs often need extra deck work once the third layer comes off.
South Hill three-layer removal
Homeowner called after leaks appeared near a valley. Crew found three layers of old shingles over skip sheathing with soft spots along the north eaves. They removed everything, replaced damaged boards, added full ice shield, and installed architectural shingles with new ridge vent.
Re-Roofing Services We Offer
✓Asphalt Shingle Re-Roofing
Full tear-off and replacement with architectural shingles rated for heavy snow regions around Spokane.
✓Metal Panel Re-Roofing
Standing-seam or screw-down metal systems installed over older homes needing better snow shedding on steep pitches.
✓Cedar Shake Replacement
Removal of aging cedar and installation of fire-rated shakes or composite alternatives common in South Hill neighborhoods.
✓Low-Slope Section Re-Roofing
Modified bitumen or TPO membranes applied to flat porch and garage sections attached to Spokane homes.
✓Ice Dam Prevention Upgrade
Additional ice-and-water shield and ridge venting added during re-roofing to stop winter leaks in Spokane County.
Re-Roofing Cost in Spokane, WA
| Service | Typical Range | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Asphalt shingle re-roof | $6,000–$14,000 | Moves with square footage, number of layers and chimney count |
| Metal panel re-roof | $9,000–$18,000 | Higher on steep South Hill pitches and complex rooflines |
| Low-slope membrane section | $1,800–$4,500 | Varies by square footage and attachment method |
| Ice dam shield upgrade | $800–$2,200 | Added during tear-off on north exposures |
Ranges are typical for Spokane, WA and confirmed with an exact written quote before any work starts.
How it works
- 1
On-Site Assessment
Crew measures the roof, checks layers, and notes rafter condition from the address at 1106 N Washington St.
- 2
Material Selection
Homeowner chooses shingles or metal suited to Spokane snow loads and home age.
- 3
Tear-Off and Deck Repair
Old roofing removed, damaged sheathing replaced, and ice shield installed at eaves.
- 4
New Roof Installation
Underlayment, flashing, and final surface applied with ventilation upgrades where needed.
- 5
Final Walk-Through
Job site cleaned and roof inspected before crew leaves the Spokane property.
Pricing
Most Spokane re-roofing projects fall into published ranges; final price depends on layers, pitch and access.