Garden City Roofers
St. Catharines Roofers for Older Homes and Flat Roofs
Roof repair and replacement across St. Catharines, from Port Dalhousie to Merritton, for homes and businesses. Call us for a free estimate.
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Roofing Across the Garden City
James Roofing repairs and replaces roofs across St. Catharines for homeowners, landlords and businesses. We handle asphalt shingle roofs, flat roofs, commercial roofing, eavestrough, siding and attic insulation. Call (289) 683-9727 or request a free estimate, and we will inspect the roof and lay out your options.
St. Catharines has some of the oldest housing in Niagara. Downtown, on Western Hill and in Merritton and Port Dalhousie you find century brick homes, many with steep roofs, chimneys and more than one layer of shingles. When those roofs are torn off, sections of plank decking usually need replacing and chimney flashing needs to be rebuilt. Many older homes also have small flat sections over porches or rear additions that have been tarred over for years and need a proper membrane. We would rather fix the deck and flashing once than send you a crew every spring to patch the same spot.
The north end, closer to the lake, filled in after the war with bungalows and 1960s and 1970s subdivisions. Those homes are exposed to wind and lake-effect weather off Lake Ontario, and many are on aging second roofs with poor attic venting. Near Brock University, a lot of houses are rentals, and landlords need durable roof work done on schedule so tenants stay dry. From a single leak to a full tear-off, we will tell you what the roof actually needs and what can safely wait.
Local Conditions
Common Roofing Problems in St. Catharines
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Century Home Layers
Older homes often carry two or more shingle layers over plank decking. We strip to the boards, replace rot and start fresh instead of adding another layer.
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Tarred Flat Sections
Porch roofs and rear additions are often patched with tar year after year. We replace them with a modified bitumen membrane and proper flashing up the wall.
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Lake Wind Up North
Homes near Port Weller and Port Dalhousie catch storms off Lake Ontario. Secure fastening and sealed edges keep the shingles where they belong.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I am beyond happy with the work that James Roofing did at my rental property. I had water damage from an incompatible roofing system that was put on by the previous company. From the beginning of my project, James was happy to answer any questions I had about proposed solutions and always made sure I understood all options available. The job was done when he said it would be, and on time. The crew was very polite with my tenants and cleaned up 100% after their work was done. I will be calling James Roofing again when my main roof needs replaced.
- 5 out of 5 stars
They are a great company!! The workers were pleasant and got the job done in a timely manner. Prices are reasonable as well. Will definitely recommend!!
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I am very pleased to give the highest regard to this company. Not only were they efficient but also made me feel included with the process. Very easy to communicate with, good listeners and very knowledgeable. Thumbs up!!
- 5 out of 5 stars
Honestly great experience from start to finish. I got the run around from a few other roofers before finding James Roofing. He was prompt in returning my phone calls, worked me in a few days earlier than originally planned and fixed the leak in my roof immediately and for a fair price. Would highly recommend to anybody looking for good, honest work
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Janes was able to fix holes in my roof with short notice. Solid job!
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James Roofing did a fantastic job making this 106 year home look so much better. The crew were fantastic and cleaned up well after the job was complete. Very polite and James was fantastic to deal with. Very professional.
- 5 out of 5 stars
Great and honest work. They installed eavestrough and down pipes for me. Very reasonably priced and professional job well done.
Services in St. Catharines
Roofing and Exterior Services in St. Catharines
We serve homeowners, landlords and businesses in St. Catharines with the full list of roofing and exterior work below.
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Roof Replacement in St. Catharines
Full tear-off to the deck, new ice-and-water shield, underlayment and architectural shingles, installed to handle Ontario winters and summer heat.
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Roof Repair in St. Catharines
Leaks, missing shingles, failed flashing and storm damage traced to the source and fixed with proper materials, not a smear of caulking.
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Flat Roofing in St. Catharines
Modified bitumen, TPO and EPDM systems for garages, additions, rowhouses and commercial roofs, with drainage built in so water doesn't sit.
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Commercial Roofing in St. Catharines
Low-slope roof installation, repair and maintenance programs for plazas, offices, industrial units and multi-unit residential buildings.
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Roof Inspections in St. Catharines
Pre-purchase, post-storm, insurance and annual roof inspections, with photos and a plain-language report on what needs attention.
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Eavestrough, Soffit and Fascia in St. Catharines
Seamless aluminum eavestrough, downspouts, soffit and fascia, installed with the right size and slope to move water away from your foundation.
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Gutter Guards in St. Catharines
Gutter guards that keep leaves, maple keys and pine needles out of your eavestrough, so it drains in summer storms and clogs less in winter.
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Siding in St. Catharines
Vinyl, fibre cement, aluminum and steel siding installed over a proper weather barrier, with trim and flashing done right at every window.
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Attic Insulation and Ventilation in St. Catharines
Blown-in attic insulation and balanced ventilation that cut heat loss, prevent ice dams and keep condensation and mould out of your attic.
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Snow Removal in St. Catharines
Seasonal snow removal for driveways, walkways and commercial lots, plus salting and roof snow and ice dam removal from the crew that knows your roof.
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Questions
Roofing in St. Catharines: common questions
Still unsure about something? Call us and talk to someone who actually works on roofs.
(289) 683-9727Do I need a building permit to re-roof in St. Catharines?
Most residential re-roofs that replace like with like do not need a building permit. Structural work, such as new rafters or reframing, may. We will confirm with the City of St. Catharines before the job starts.
Can you put new shingles over my old ones?
We do not recommend it on older St. Catharines homes. A second or third layer adds weight, hides rotten decking and makes the next replacement harder. A full tear-off lets us inspect the deck and fix problems before they spread.
Do you work with landlords and rental properties?
Yes. We coordinate access with your tenants, schedule the work to limit disruption and walk you through what we found and what we fixed, so you have a clear record for the property.
Do you do commercial roofs in St. Catharines?
Yes. We repair and replace flat and low-slope commercial roofs with modified bitumen, TPO and EPDM, and we clear commercial lots in winter. Call (289) 683-9727 for a free estimate.
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- Niagara Falls
- Welland
- Milton
Not on the list? We cover the communities in between too. Call (289) 683-9727 to check.
Free Roof Estimates in St. Catharines
Send us the address and a quick note on the problem. We will inspect the roof and give you a clear written estimate, free of charge.