Roofing Materials for Bay Area Homes
Asphalt shingle, tile, standing-seam metal, and flat/low-slope membranes — how they compare on lifespan, cost drivers, climate fit, and the homes each one suits. No prices here on purpose: every roof prices differently. The honest number comes from a free on-site visit.
Asphalt Shingle Roofing
Architectural 25–30 years · 3-tab 15–20 years
The all-round value choice for most Bay Area homes.
Read the guide →Tile Roofing
Tile 40–50+ years · underlayment 20–30 years
A 40–50 year roof for homes built to carry it.
Read the guide →Standing-Seam Metal Roofing
50+ years
The longest service life — and the fire-zone favorite.
Read the guide →Flat & Low-Slope Roofing (TPO / EPDM)
TPO 20–30 years · EPDM 20–30 years
Watertight membranes for the roofs shingles can't cover.
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