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Washougal, WA

Roofing Contractor Washougal, WA - Storm Damage & Wind-Rated Roofs

If a windstorm took shingles off, call us and we will come out and look, free. If your roof is just getting old, same answer - we will tell you honestly how long you have.

  • 5/5 from 30+ verified Google reviews
  • Licensed WA & OR · bonded · insured
  • Free inspection and written estimate

No trip charge, no pressure, and we will tell you if your roof has years left.

Drone aerial of a Washougal, WA home with new roof installed by Quality Master

Roofing in Washougal at a glance

Free inspection, photographed and drone-documented, with a written report and estimate emailed to you. If you are filing a storm claim we work directly with your adjuster. Most Washougal re-roofs run one to three days. What sets a Washougal roof apart is wind: sitting at the western mouth of the Columbia Gorge, winter events here regularly run 60 to 80 mph, so we spec heavier 130-mph wind-rated architectural shingles, 6-nail at eaves and rakes regardless of pitch, and starter courses on every face rather than only the bottom one. Permits go through City of Washougal Community Development.

  • Free inspection and written estimate in Washougal, no trip charge
  • 5/5 from 30+ verified Google reviews
  • Licensed WA (QUALIML786JF) and OR (CCB 243945), bonded and insured
  • We pull the permit: City of Washougal
  • What we do most here: Wind-damaged shingle replacement after Gorge wind events; Heavy architectural shingle re-roof on hillside homes; Hardie siding wrap on older downtown homes
  • Why quotes vary in Washougal: Washougal housing splits between older riverfront/downtown (1900s-1970s) and newer hillside developments (1990s-2010s). The hillside homes get more wind exposure; downtown homes are often due for first or second re-roofs after long service lives.
  • Neighborhoods we work: Downtown Washougal, Hillcrest, Riverside, Steamboat Landing area, Mt. Pleasant, Cape Horn area

Manufacturer-certified, and licensed where you live

CertainTeed ShingleMaster & Master Shingle ApplicatorMalarkey Emerald Pro ContractorJames Hardie certified installerOwens Corning preferred contractor

Licensed & verifiable

WA QUALIML786JF · OR CCB 243945. Check us at Washington L&I.

Who pulls your permit

City of Washougal. We pull it and coordinate the inspection.

Owner on every job

Victor Santiago walks each project before we call it finished.

Roofing in Washougal, WA

Roofing Washougal, WA: built for the wind, not just for the rain.

Wind is why most people here call us, and it is why the roof you buy matters more in Washougal than almost anywhere else in the county. Winter events at the mouth of the Gorge run 60 to 80 mph. A standard architectural shingle is rated to 110 mph on paper, but that rating assumes a correct nailing pattern and intact starter courses, and the roofs that lose shingles in January are almost always the ones that cut corners on both.

So we do three things differently here and they are worth asking any bidder about. Heavier laminated shingles rated to 130 mph rather than the standard line. Six nails per shingle at the eaves and rakes regardless of pitch, not four. And starter strip on every face of the roof, not just along the bottom edge where it is cheapest to put it.

If you have already been through a storm, the process is simple. We come out free, get on the roof, photograph and drone-document what we find, tarp anything actively letting water in, and give you a written report. If you are filing a claim we deal with your adjuster directly, which spares you translating between a roofer and an insurer.

The older downtown and riverfront housing is its own conversation. A lot of pre-1970 Washougal homes are still on their first or second composition roof over skip-sheathing, and cedar tear-offs carry heavier debris and a higher dump cost. We put both in the estimate up front rather than discovering them together.

Neighborhoods we work in

Downtown WashougalHillcrestRiversideSteamboat Landing areaMt. PleasantCape Horn area

Storm damage

A tree came down, or the wind took shingles. Now what?

Call us and we will come out and look, free. We photograph and drone-document the damage, tarp anything actively letting water in, and give you a written report. If you are filing a claim we work directly with your adjuster and speak their language, so you are not the one translating between a roofer and an insurer.

  • Free post-storm inspection, no trip charge
  • Photo and drone documentation for your claim
  • Emergency tarping to stop active water entry
  • We deal with your adjuster directly

What we typically do in Washougal

Common projects for Washougal homeowners.

Washougal housing splits between older riverfront/downtown (1900s-1970s) and newer hillside developments (1990s-2010s). The hillside homes get more wind exposure; downtown homes are often due for first or second re-roofs after long service lives.

  • Wind-damaged shingle replacement after Gorge wind events
  • Heavy architectural shingle re-roof on hillside homes
  • Hardie siding wrap on older downtown homes
  • Cedar shake removal + composition replacement
  • Storm-damage insurance claim work

Our services in Washougal

Roofing Washougal, WA plus five more trades from one crew.

Roofing in Washougal, WA

Roof replacement, repair and storm damage - this page.

Siding in Washougal, WA

If water is getting in somewhere and nobody can tell you where, on this side of the county it is usually a flashing detail rather than the siding itself. We come out free and find out which you have.

Gutters in Washougal, WA

Covered on our Washougal, WA siding page - the two come off and go back on together.

Decks in Washougal, WA

A cover at the mouth of the Gorge is effectively a wing, and the connections decide whether it stays put. Free design consult, and we will show you where that money goes.

Windows in Washougal, WA

A window that only leaks in a storm is a flashing problem, not a window problem, and replacing the unit will not fix it. We inspect free and tell you which one you are dealing with.

Skylights in Washougal, WA

Covered on our Washougal, WA windows page - the two come off and go back on together.

Verified reviews

5/5 across 30+ Google reviews.

Real customers, real names, and you can read every one of them on Google rather than taking our word for it.

Google

"The whole process of changing a roof from quote to completion was managed on schedule, at a fair price, and delivered as expected. My neighbors are as impressed as I am."

pytusiray
Google

"Quality Master R&R improved airflow in the attic, an area often neglected. They went above and beyond to make sure I got a quality roof and ample gutters."

Sara Gondek
Google

"Victor and his crew did an awesome job replacing our cedar roof to shingles. Everything went as promised and couldn't be happier with price and quality."

Albert Aguirre
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Before you hire anyone

The four things Washougal homeowners actually worry about.

Will the estimate hold, or will it change once the roof is open?

We state the per-sheet decking rate in writing before the tear-off starts, so rot found under the old roof is a known number rather than a renegotiation. On Washougal homes we tell you what we expect to find and why.

Are you actually licensed here?

Washington QUALIML786JF and Oregon CCB 243945, both bonded and insured. Look either up yourself before you sign anything - the numbers are public record, and any contractor who will not give you theirs is telling you something.

Will the manufacturer warranty actually be honored?

Manufacturer system warranties cover materials and workmanship only when a certified installer registers the job. We are CertainTeed ShingleMaster and Malarkey Emerald Pro, and we register every roof. An uncertified crew can only pass on the shingle warranty.

How long will my house be torn open?

One to three days for most single-family re-roofs. We schedule around forecasted dry days, tarp aggressively if weather turns mid-job, protect the landscaping, and run a magnetic sweep for nails before we leave.

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Washougal FAQ

Roofing contractor Washougal, WA questions, answered.

Why do Washougal roofs need higher wind-rated shingles?

Washougal sits at the western mouth of the Columbia River Gorge, where winter wind events regularly hit 60-80 mph. Standard architectural shingles are rated for 110 mph; the heavier laminated lines (Malarkey Legacy, CertainTeed Landmark Pro) bump that to 130 mph. The 20-mph headroom is worth the small upcharge in this town.

Do you handle Gorge wind storm damage in Washougal?

Yes - Washougal is one of the most wind-prone parts of Clark County. We do free post-storm inspections, document damage with photos and drone footage, and handle insurance claims directly with your adjuster. Most full-replacement claims get installed within 2-4 weeks of approval.

What's typical for older Washougal downtown roofs?

A lot of pre-1970 Washougal homes still have cedar shake or are on their first or second composition roof. Cedar shake removal involves heavier debris (and a higher dump fee), so we factor that into the estimate. The deck under cedar is usually skip-sheathing - we can re-roof over that with a proper underlayment system or recommend full re-decking depending on condition.

How long does a Washougal re-roof take?

1-3 days for most single-family homes. Hillside homes in Hillcrest and Mt. Pleasant tend to take longer because of access logistics and steeper pitches. We coordinate the schedule with your needs and weather windows.

Do you serve Washougal homeowners for siding and gutters too?

Yes - Quality Master is a full exterior contractor. The same crew that re-roofs your Washougal home can replace the siding (we install James Hardie, LP SmartSide, vinyl, and cedar repairs), run new seamless gutters, and handle deck rebuilds. Bundling trades on one project usually saves money and shortens the timeline.

Roofing contractor Washougal, WA - ready when you are.

Washougal, WA homeowners - call us or send a quick form, and we'll have someone out for a free estimate within a couple of days.