Frequently Asked Questions - Roofing in Burbank, CA
Straight answers to the questions Burbank homeowners ask us most, from real pricing to what a reroof actually does to your week. If you don't see your question here, call (866) 705-2978 and our team will talk it through with you.
Pricing & Cost FAQs
Most Burbank homes land between $8,000 and $18,000 for a full tear-off and reroof, depending on square footage, pitch, and material. A smaller single-story in the Rancho or Chandler bike path area sits at the lower end; a larger two-story in the hills or a home with steep slopes and multiple valleys runs higher. The only way to know your number is a written line-item estimate, which we provide free. Call (866) 705-2978 and we'll walk the roof with you.
Our roof inspections in Burbank are free when they're part of an estimate for work you're considering. We don't charge to get on the roof, look at the flashing, check the underlayment condition, and tell you straight whether you need a repair or a full replacement. If you're in escrow on a home near the Burbank airport or up in the Verdugo foothills, a thorough inspection matters. Call (866) 705-2978 to schedule yours.
Roof leak repairs in Burbank typically run $350 to $900, but the range is real because the cause varies widely. A simple flashing reseal around a vent pipe sits at the low end. A wet underlayment section that needs replacing, or flashing that has pulled away at a valley, costs more. The price depends on what's actually leaking, not a flat rate. We find the source, show you photos, and quote the fix before we touch anything. Free written estimate: (866) 705-2978.
It depends entirely on your policy and the cause of damage. If a tree branch from the strong Santa Ana winds cracks your decking or tears away shingles, most homeowners policies in Burbank cover the repair minus your deductible. If the roof is simply old, worn, and at the end of its life, insurance usually won't pay. We help you document what we find and explain what your adjuster will look for. Call (866) 705-2978 and we'll start that conversation.
Tile roofing in Burbank generally costs $18 to $28 per square foot installed, while architectural shingles run $5 to $8 per square foot. That gap reflects not just the material, but the extra structural support tile often requires. Many older Burbank homes, especially Spanish-style ones around Magnolia Park, already have the framing for tile. If yours was built for shingles, the retrofit adds cost. We price both options on paper so you can decide with real numbers. Call (866) 705-2978.
Our quotes are fixed once the contract is signed. We pull back the old roofing in Burbank and occasionally find decking rot that couldn't be seen from above, especially on older homes where moisture has sat for years. When that happens, we stop, show you the damage, explain the options, and get a signed change order before any extra work begins. You never get a surprise bill after the fact. If you want to understand what we look for before you commit, call (866) 705-2978.
Service & Process FAQs
Most Burbank roof replacements are finished in 3 to 7 days. A standard single-story asphalt shingle tear-off and reroof with a straightforward shape often wraps in 3 or 4. Tile roofs, steep pitches, or homes with multiple valleys and dormers take longer. Weather can also shift the timeline; we watch forecasts closely during the winter rainy season. Before we start, you get a clear schedule so you know what to expect each day. Call (866) 705-2978 to get yours.
In Burbank, we decide that by getting on the roof and looking. If the damage is isolated, a flashing failure around a chimney, a punctured section from a fallen branch, or a few lifted shingles, repair makes sense and we'll say so. If the shingles are curling across multiple faces, the granules are washing into the gutters, or the underlayment is failing, patchwork becomes a losing game. We recommend replacement only when repair can't hold. The inspection that answers this is free: (866) 705-2978.
Yes, and we recommend it in almost every case. Reroofing over old shingles is cheaper up front, but it hides problems and adds weight. In Burbank, where older homes often have one or even two layers already, we tear down to the deck, inspect the wood, replace any damaged sections, and start clean. That's the only way we can guarantee the underlayment and flashing are done right. To talk through what your roof needs, call (866) 705-2978.
Yes. Burbank requires permits for full roof replacements, and we pull them before work starts. The city inspects at key stages, usually after the underlayment is down and again at completion, and we schedule those inspections and meet the inspector on site. You shouldn't have to handle any of that yourself. If you're unsure whether your project needs a permit, call (866) 705-2978 and we'll tell you based on the work you're considering.
We lay tarps around the perimeter of your Burbank home to catch falling debris, and we run a magnet sweep at the end of every day to pick up stray nails. That magnet passes over the driveway, walkways, and the planting beds right against the house. Rooftop work is messy by nature, but we treat your property like a neighbor's, because in Burbank we often are. To talk through what the job will look like at your house, call (866) 705-2978.
In most cases, yes. If you're patching a section of asphalt shingles, we source the same color and profile so the repair blends with the rest of your Burbank roof. Exact matching gets harder with older roofs, since shingles fade over years of Southern California sun. For tile repairs, we're usually able to match the profile and color closely even on aged roofs. We'll show you samples before we order anything. Questions about your specific roof? Call (866) 705-2978.
Brands & Parts FAQs
We work primarily with IKO and Atlas architectural shingles, and we're comfortable with Tamko as well. These are the brands whose performance we trust in Burbank's specific climate: hot, dry summers, intense UV, and the occasional hard rain. The material choice depends on your budget, your home's style, and the look you want. We'll show you physical samples and the line-item price difference for each. To see what's available for your roof, call (866) 705-2978.
For Burbank, we say yes. Architectural shingles from brands like IKO and Atlas are thicker, hold up better under the UV exposure that beats down on our roofs year-round, and they usually carry a longer manufacturer warranty. They also look more dimensional and closer to high-end materials at a fraction of the cost. The price difference is modest on most homes, and the lifespan difference is real. We'll show you both in person. Call (866) 705-2978 to compare.
Yes, we install Boral roof tiles for Burbank homes that want authentic clay or concrete tile, especially Spanish and Mediterranean styles. Boral tile is heavy, and not every home is framed for it, so part of our job is checking your structure to see whether your roof can carry the load without modification. When it works, the look is impossible to beat, and the tile handles the Burbank sun better than almost anything. Call (866) 705-2978 and we'll assess your home.
We use modern synthetic underlayment on all our Burbank roof replacements. It's stronger, lighter, and more tear-resistant than traditional felt, and it holds up better when rain hits during the winter months here. Underlayment is the layer that actually keeps water out of your home; the shingles protect it from UV and impact. It's not the glamorous part of a roof, but it's the part we never cheap out on. To talk materials, call (866) 705-2978.
Licensing & Insurance FAQs
We carry the licensing and insurance our work requires. Every professional working under the Marquis Roof Repair name is required to hold the licensing their state mandates and to carry active insurance for the roofing work they perform. We're insured and bonded, and we're glad to provide documentation before we start your Burbank project. Ask for it when we come out for your estimate. Call (866) 705-2978 and we'll bring what you need.
Yes, and it's a line-item document. Your Burbank roofing contract spells out the exact scope of work, the materials and brands we'll use, the total fixed price, the estimated timeline, and the warranty terms. We don't work on handshakes and we don't leave punch-list items to interpretation. If something in the contract doesn't make sense to you, ask us before you sign; that's what it's for. Call (866) 705-2978 to see what a real roofing contract looks like.
Yes, and we'd tell you that even if we weren't on the list. Getting at least two or three Burbank roofing estimates shows you the market range and what different contractors notice about your roof. Compare the written line items, not just the bottom line. A low bid might be omitting permits or underlayment replacement. We put everything on paper so you can compare like for like. When you're ready for a thorough, no-pressure estimate, call (866) 705-2978.
Emergency & Response FAQs
Yes, and the call usually starts the same way: get up on the roof, assess what the wind or rain did, and tarp what's exposed so no more water gets in. After a hard rain or a Santa Ana wind event, we see lifted shingles, broken tile from flying branches, and loosened flashing. We document everything with photos for your insurance claim. Our team is available Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Sunday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Call (866) 705-2978.
We tarp damaged sections of Burbank roofs to stop active leaks while we plan the permanent repair. Tarping buys you time, and it's a step we take seriously because a half-attached tarp can become a sail in the next wind event. If water is coming into your home, the priority is getting it stopped, then addressing the damage. Call (866) 705-2978 during our business hours, Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM or Sunday 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and we'll get you on the schedule.
You'll usually see it before you feel it: a water stain spreading on your ceiling, dampness in an attic corner, peeling paint near a wall joint, or a musty smell that doesn't go away. During Burbank's rainy season, these signs can appear within hours of a storm, or days later as water travels along framing. If you see any of them, don't wait. The longer water sits, the more the repair costs. Call (866) 705-2978 and we'll find where it's coming from.
Warranty & Guarantees FAQs
Every Marquis Roof Repair installation in Burbank is covered by a workmanship warranty on top of the manufacturer's warranty that comes with the material. The shingle or tile itself is covered by the maker; the installation is covered by us. If something we installed fails because of how we installed it, we fix it. We don't bury this in fine print; it's in your contract. Ask us to walk you through the exact terms for your project. Call (866) 705-2978.
Manufacturer warranties on architectural shingles from brands like IKO and Atlas commonly extend 30, 50, or even lifetime depending on the product line, though the fine print matters; those warranties often decline in value over time. Tile roofs can carry even longer manufacturer coverage. Our workmanship warranty covers installation defects for the period spelled out in your contract, and we honor it without games. For the specific warranty that will apply to your roof, call (866) 705-2978.
It depends on the brand and product line. Some manufacturers allow a one-time transfer to a new homeowner within a certain period after the sale; others don't transfer at all. This is a detail worth checking before you choose your shingles, especially if you might sell your Burbank home in the next few years. We'll tell you which products carry transferable warranties and which don't, so you can decide with open eyes. Call (866) 705-2978 to talk it through.
You can absolutely look at your roof from the ground or from a ladder placed safely against the house, and that's where we want homeowners to stay. Walking a roof, especially a steep Burbank hillside roof or a tile roof, is genuinely dangerous. Tile cracks underfoot, shingles hide soft decking, and one slip is all it takes. We have the harnesses, training, and insurance for this work. If you want eyes on your roof without taking the risk, call (866) 705-2978 and we'll do the inspection for free as part of your estimate.
Written by the team at Marquis Roof Repair, serving Burbank, CA and surrounding communities since 2014.
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