Guthrie Roofing, From the Permit to the Final Inspection
We handle roof replacement, roof repair, roof inspections, storm damage repair and gutters for your home in Guthrie, plus commercial roofing. We file the paperwork, build to the code that applies to your roof and tell you what each requirement means in everyday words. We also work in Edmond, Piedmont and nearby towns.
- Oklahoma residential roofing license
- Oklahoma commercial roofing license
- Oklahoma general contractor license
- Paperwork filed for you
Roofing Services for Your Home and Business
We hold an Oklahoma residential roofing license, an Oklahoma commercial roofing license and an Oklahoma general contractor license, so one company can take your job from the first look to the final sign-off. For your home, that means roof replacement, roof repair, roof inspections, storm damage repair and gutters. For businesses, we do commercial roof replacement and commercial roof repair. Each service page explains what that job involves and what moves its price.
Roof Replacement
A complete tear-off and new roof installed to current code, with the paperwork, city sign-off and yard cleanup taken care of by our crew.
Roof Repair
Leaks, lifted shingles and worn flashing traced to the real cause and repaired to current code, with photos of what we found and fixed.
Roof Inspections
A close look at your roof, attic and flashing, with photos of what we find and a straight answer on whether anything needs work.
Storm Damage Repair
Hail and wind damage found, photographed and repaired to current code, with the permit pulled when the work calls for one.
Gutters
New gutters, repairs and downspout fixes that carry Oklahoma downpours off your roof and away from your foundation.
Commercial Roof Replacement
Tear-off or recover for flat and low-slope commercial roofs, with city approval, inspections and energy code requirements handled by our licensed crew.
Commercial Roof Repair
Leak tracing and repairs for flat, low-slope and metal commercial roofs, with photos of what we find and code questions answered up front.
Towns We Serve Around Guthrie
Guthrie is home base, and we take on roofs for houses and commercial buildings throughout the surrounding area. Our crews regularly work in Edmond, Stillwater, The Village, Piedmont, Spencer and Nichols Hills, and also in Perkins, Jones, Midwest City and Del City. Permit rules and inspection scheduling differ from one town to the next, so we file with the building office that covers your address.
- Guthrie
- Edmond
- Stillwater
- The Village
- Piedmont
- Spencer
- Nichols Hills
- Perkins
- Jones
- Midwest City
- Del City
Live a little outside these towns? Ask when you call, and we will tell you plainly whether we can take the job.
What Happens From Your First Call to Final Sign-Off
Here are the five steps between picking up the phone and the inspector signing off, so nothing catches you off guard.
- 1
We talk by phone
Describe the problem in your own words, whether it is a water spot indoors, shingles in the yard or gutters overflowing in a storm. We ask a few follow-up questions and pick a time to visit.
- 2
We look over your roof
We go over shingles, flashing, vents and gutters, and check the attic when it is accessible. You see photos of what turned up along with a plain explanation.
- 3
Estimate, then permit
Your itemized estimate lists code work on its own lines. Once you approve it, we file with your local building office and book a start date.
- 4
The day the crew arrives
Landscaping gets covered, the driveway gets protected and the work zone stays clear. Torn-off material goes right into the dumpster, and a magnet sweep picks up stray nails.
- 5
Final inspection and walk-around
When an inspection is required, we are there to meet the inspector. Then we walk around the finished roof with you and answer whatever you want to know.
Why Neighbors Call Us About Their Roofs
Most people never think about roofing code until an inspector flags something. We would rather you hear about it from us first, in words that make sense.
- Three Oklahoma licenses behind the work
- We carry an Oklahoma residential roofing license, an Oklahoma commercial roofing license and an Oklahoma general contractor license. Ask about them on the phone and we will tell you which one covers your job.
- We handle the city paperwork
- When your project needs a permit, we apply for it and schedule the inspection. You do not have to stand in line or guess at the forms.
- Code items explained before we start
- Drip edge, underlayment, nailing patterns, attic ventilation and how many old layers can stay. We walk you through which of these apply to your roof and why, so nothing on the estimate looks like a mystery charge.
- Photos of what we find
- We take pictures on your roof and show them to you. If decking is soft or flashing has pulled loose, you see it yourself before deciding anything.
- A straight answer on fixing versus a new roof
- Plenty of roofs only need one section put right, and when that is the case, that is what we recommend. When the damage runs too deep to patch, we show you the photos and our reasons, and the call stays yours.
A Roofing Company That Explains the Rules
Our company runs on one idea: roofing goes better when the homeowner understands what is being done and why. Code requirements exist because they keep water out and keep shingles on in high wind. When we explain them in plain language, you can tell a needed upgrade from an upsell.
Oklahoma weather is hard on roofs, with spring hail, strong summer storms and the occasional ice storm in winter. A roof built to code holds up better through all of it. That is the work we do on your home, start to finish, and we are happy to talk it through whenever you call.
- License
- Oklahoma residential roofing license; Oklahoma commercial roofing license; Oklahoma general contractor license
What Moves the Price of a Roof
We price your job from what we see on your roof, not from a generic chart. A handful of factors account for most of the difference between one estimate and another. Once you know them, the line items make a lot more sense.
Call to get your quote by phone, and we will set a time to see the roof and then hand you a written, itemized estimate. If tear-off reveals something new, we pause and talk it through with you before any added work.
- Roof size and steepness
- More square footage means more shingles, underlayment and labor hours. Steeper slopes call for added safety gear and slower, more careful work.
- How many old layers there are
- Code caps the number of shingle layers a roof can hold. When a roof already has two, both get stripped, which means more tear-off labor and more debris to haul away.
- The wood under the shingles
- Decking often cannot be fully checked until the old roof is off. Boards that are soft or rotted are replaced so new nails hold firmly, and we show you photos and get your okay first.
- Your material choice
- Different shingle grades and metal each come with their own price and expected life. We put the options next to each other so you can compare.
- Bringing the roof up to code
- Many older roofs were built without drip edge, proper underlayment or adequate attic ventilation. Adding them is part of what gets a new roof through inspection.
- Permit fees and scheduling
- Town permit fees and the inspector's calendar factor into the job. After spring hail, demand for crews and materials can also shift start dates.
Answers to Common Roofing Questions
- Will my roof job need a permit?
- Full replacements nearly always require one, and some bigger repairs do as well. Requirements depend on which town your home sits in. We look up the rules for your address, handle the filing when it is needed and book the inspection.
- Should I repair my roof or replace it?
- It comes down to the age of the shingles, whether the damage is confined to one area or spread over several slopes, and how sound the decking is. A single problem spot on a roof that is otherwise in good shape is usually worth repairing. We show you photos and explain our reasoning, and the choice stays with you.
- How much is my roof going to cost?
- We will not give a number without seeing the roof first, since size, pitch, existing layers, decking and code upgrades all affect it. After we look, you receive a written estimate with every item spelled out. Anything unexpected found mid-job gets discussed with you before we do more.
- My roof took hail. Can you help with the insurance side?
- We can inspect, photograph the damage and explain what we found so you have solid information to give your insurer. Coverage is decided by your adjuster, not by us. We are happy to answer process questions and can meet the adjuster at your home if that would help.
- What does roofing code actually require?
- For a typical shingle roof, code addresses drip edge along the eaves, the underlayment under the shingles, nail count and placement on each shingle, the number of old layers allowed and how much attic ventilation is needed. Each town adopts its own version, so specifics vary. We point out which of these show up on your estimate and why.
- How long will a roof replacement take?
- Once work starts, many homes are done in one or two days, depending on size, pitch and weather. Permitting before and the final inspection after add some time. We give you a start date and call if rain moves it.
- Is there a warranty on your work?
- Yes. Our roofing comes with a lifetime workmanship warranty. Ask us on the phone and we will explain what it covers for your job.
- Do you handle commercial roofs as well?
- We do. Besides residential work, we take on commercial roof replacement and commercial roof repair. The approach is the same: permits filed, code explained and a written estimate before anything begins.
Ready to Talk About Your Roof?
Tell us what is going on up there and we will explain what the code asks for and set up a time to look. You will know the next step before we hang up.