Roofing Contractor in San Jose, CA
Alpha Eagle Roofing repairs and replaces roofs across San Jose, from the older homes of Willow Glen and the Rose Garden to the tile-roofed neighborhoods of Almaden Valley and Evergreen. We are a licensed C-39 roofing contractor: free inspection, written estimate, permit pulled for you.
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Call (415) 410-7917- CSLB #1148511 C-39 licensed, opens the official CSLB license lookup in a new tab
- GAF + CertainTeed Certified · Veteran-owned: GAF Certified and CertainTeed ShingleMaster credentialed; see our manufacturer credentials
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- 25-yr warranty On new roofs (plus up to 50-year GAF manufacturer coverage)
- Photo records Every job
San Jose neighborhoods we roof
Roofs change from one part of San Jose to the next. Here is what we usually find on the houses in each area.
Willow Glen
Craftsman and Spanish revival homes from the 1920s–40s plus mid-century houses, including Eichlers with flat and low-slope roofs.
Rose Garden & Naglee Park
Older two-story homes with steep roofs, dormers and chimneys, often with tired flashing.
Cambrian & West San Jose
Post-war ranch tracts with low-pitch composition roofs, many with a layer already added on top.
Almaden Valley
1970s–90s homes, many with concrete tile where the underlayment is now reaching its end.
Evergreen & Silver Creek
Newer hillside homes, often in HOAs that set tile color and profile.
Berryessa & Blossom Valley
1960s–80s family homes with shingle roofs facing strong afternoon sun.
San Jose homes and the roofs on them
- Large post-war ranch tracts with long, low roofs where heat and weak ventilation age the shingles.
- Concrete tile on 1970s–90s homes; the underlayment under it is now the weak point.
- Eichlers and other flat or low-slope mid-century roofs that need a proper membrane system and drainage.
- Older homes near downtown with steep roofs, dormers and original chimneys.
What wears out roofs in San Jose
Heat and UV
Santa Clara Valley summers are hot and sunny. Dark roofs and poorly vented attics wear out first.
Cool-roof rules
Title 24 can require cool-roof rated products on some reroofs here, depending on climate zone and slope. We spec compliant materials when it applies.
Hillside fire zones
Homes in the eastern foothills and the hills above Almaden can sit in mapped fire hazard zones, where Class A assemblies are the rule.
Solar on the roof
Plenty of San Jose roofs carry solar panels, which have to be removed and reset around a reroof. We plan for it in the estimate.
Roofing services in San Jose
Our own crew on every job, the permit pulled, and a written warranty on the workmanship.
Why San Jose homeowners call Alpha Eagle Roofing
San Jose roofs carry solar, sit under hot sun and range from Willow Glen Craftsman homes to Almaden tile. Here is what we bring to each job.
Check our license first
C-39 roofing license #1148511 is active with the CSLB, and we are bonded and insured. Look it up before you sign.
Solar planned in from day one
If panels are on the roof, removal and reinstall with a solar contractor are listed in the estimate rather than discovered mid-job.
A written estimate that itemizes
The inspection costs nothing, and the estimate breaks out tear-off, underlayment, ventilation, permit and cleanup line by line.
Every layer photographed
Our CompanyCam record shows the old roof, the deck under it and each step of the new one.
Air Force veteran ownership
Alpha Eagle Roofing belongs to Kooshan Alam, who served in the U.S. Air Force.
Answers six days a week
Monday through Saturday, 7am to 7pm, we reply the same business day; for an active leak the 24/7 emergency line is always open.
Recent projects in San Jose
3 completed projects in San Jose.
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San Jose roofing permits
Reroof permits in San Jose are issued by Planning, Building & Code Enforcement, and older homes on the city's historic inventory can need planning clearance first. We pull the reroof permit with the city and handle the inspections.
- San José requires a building permit when 25 percent or more of the roof is reroofed within any 12-month period; a smaller area counts as a repair.
- Most reroof permits can be issued online through SJPermits.org, which is also where inspections are scheduled. Jobs that need a project review use a separate worksheet.
- Homes on the city's Historic Resources Inventory need a clearance or permit from the Planning Division before the reroof permit is issued.
- If solar panels or other rooftop equipment are removed or moved, separate electrical or mechanical permits are generally needed as well.
- Title 24 may require a cool-roof rated product on some San Jose reroofs; whether it does depends on slope, scope and climate zone.
Permitting office: City of San José Planning, Building & Code Enforcement · How we handle roofing permits
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in San Jose?
For a full reroof, yes. San Jose permits reroofs through Planning, Building & Code Enforcement, and homes on the historic inventory may need planning clearance first. We handle the permit and inspections and include them in the estimate.
Can you reroof around my solar panels?
Yes. The panels have to come off for a reroof. We plan the removal and reinstall with a solar contractor and include it in the estimate so there are no surprises.
Is a cool roof required for my reroof?
It depends on the climate zone, roof slope and how much of the roof is replaced. When Title 24 requires a cool-roof rated product we spec one; when it does not, we can still recommend one for comfort.
Do you work on Eichler roofs in San Jose?
Yes. Eichler and other flat or low-slope mid-century roofs need a proper membrane system and attention to drainage and insulation. We can walk you through the options after the inspection.
Are you licensed to work in San Jose?
Yes. Roofing contractors are licensed by the State of California, and our C-39 license, CSLB #1148511, covers work anywhere in San Jose. We are bonded and insured, and each reroof gets its own city permit.
How do I choose a roofer in San Jose?
Check the C-39 license on the CSLB site, ask for insurance certificates and get written, itemized bids. If you have solar, ask whether panel removal and reinstall are included; for tile, ask whether the bid replaces the underlayment; for an Eichler, ask what membrane and insulation they propose. Confirm the roofer pulls the permit.
More for San Jose homeowners
- San Jose roofing guide
- Cool roof technology
- Solar and roofing
- Tile vs asphalt shingle
- Bay Area roofing permits: who pulls them
- Why Alpha Eagle Roofing
Nearby cities we serve
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