Niv Levy

Estimates for your existing roof

For a roof already in place, our team can use satellite imagery of your property to start an estimate.

A satellite view shows the roof's size and shape, which can let us measure it without a visit. Some roofs still need a closer look in person before we can give you a price.

Whether you are weighing a repair or a full replacement, we do not charge for this estimate. It gives you a price to consider before you decide how to move forward.

Before you call, have a few details about the property ready.

• The property address, so we can find the roof from above.
• What you have noticed, such as a leak, a ceiling stain, or loose pieces.
• The roofing material, if you know it, such as shingle, tile, or metal.
• How many stories the building has.
• Any earlier roof work you know about, with approximate dates if possible.

New construction starts with your plans

We take new construction and general contractor roofing work when you supply the plans.

Satellite imagery cannot help on a new build, because the roof does not exist yet. Instead, the plans show what the roof will be, so the estimate begins there.

Plans usually show the roof's shape, slopes, and material, which are the main inputs for a price. If you are a general contractor, we can estimate the roofing portion of your project from the plans. Homeowners can share the drawings their architect or builder prepared.

When you share plans, include every page that shows the roof, plus any notes about it. Plans sometimes change during a build, so send the updated pages if yours do.

Free estimates and paid written reports

A sales estimate from our team is free, while a detailed written report is a separate paid service.

The two answer different questions: an estimate prices the roofing work you are considering. A written report records the condition of the roof in detail, in a document you can keep.

The report fee is not a flat rate, because it depends on the size of the roof. The number of stories on the building also affects it, so call us for the current fee.

It is worth deciding which one you need first. If you only want a price for a repair or a replacement, ask for a free estimate. If a home buyer or an insurer asks for a record of the roof's condition, ask about a report.

Comparing estimates from different roofers

As general advice, compare estimates line by line so each price covers the same roof and the same work.

Roofers generally price a job by the roof's size and by how difficult it is to work on. A steep or complicated roof often takes more labor than a simple one of similar size. That is why the measurement behind each estimate matters so much.

A lower price that leaves out part of the job is not a fair comparison. Ask each roofer how the price would change if hidden damage turns up under the old roofing. Also ask whether each estimate includes the permit, because roofers handle that step in different ways.

Clear answers before you sign make the final bill much easier to follow.

Who pulls the roofing permit

Niv and our team help property owners pull the permits that their roofing work requires.

Pulling a permit means applying for it with the city before the work begins. Many roofing jobs need one, but the requirements vary by city and by the type of work.

The city where the property sits sets those rules and reviews each application. A permit gives that city a way to check the work against its building code. Approval and timing remain the city's decision.

With any roofer, confirm who will pull the permit before the work starts. Ask to see the approved permit, and keep a copy with your home records. A permit record can matter later, for example when you decide to sell the home.

Checking our license with the state

You can look up CSLB #1112525 on the Contractors State License Board website.

West Covina Roofing Contractor is a division of Home Vision Remodel. Anyone can use the state lookup, and the license number is all you need to search. The record shows whether the license is active, along with other public details.

Checking a license is a good habit with any contractor you plan to hire. Make sure the number on any estimate or contract matches the record you found. If anything looks different, ask about it before you sign.

Asking our team for an estimate

Call us to request a free estimate on your roof or to ask about a written report.

Start by telling us whether the roof already exists or is still on paper. Mention what prompted the call too, such as a leak, a home sale, or a new build.

Our about page has more on the roofing work our team handles in West Covina.