Roofing guides
Island roofing, explained
Straight answers on cost, materials, moss, storms, and inspections — written for San Juan County homes, not the mainland.
Materials Cedar Shake Roof: Repair, Restore, or Replace? (2026)
Many San Juan Islands cedar roofs can be restored for far less than a cedar shake roof replacement. See the repair-vs-replace signs, costs, and when to call.
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Materials Metal Roof vs. Asphalt Shingles: Best Island Roof 2026
Asphalt shingle vs metal roof in the San Juan Islands: compare lifespan, cost, moss, and salt-air performance, then book a free on-island roof inspection.
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Materials How Long Does a Metal Roof Last? (Coastal PNW Guide)
How long does a metal roof last in the San Juan Islands? Standing seam runs 50+ years. See what salt air does to it and how to spec it right — free inspection.
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Buying & Selling Roof Inspection Cost & What to Expect (Buying or Selling)
Roof inspection cost in the San Juan Islands: our on-island estimate inspections are free; real-estate reports run a flat fee up to ~$450. Book a free look.
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Maintenance How to Remove Roof Moss (and Keep It Gone) in the PNW
How to remove moss from your roof the safe way in the San Juan Islands: low-pressure cleaning, treatment, and zinc strips that stop regrowth. Free inspection.
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Storm & Insurance Roof Storm Damage & Insurance Claims: San Juan County Guide
Storm damage roof repair in the San Juan Islands: tarp fast, document everything, and file a wind damage insurance claim the right way. Call (360) 205-1462.
Read the guide Cost & Pricing Standing Seam Metal Roof Cost & Buyer's Guide (2026)
What a standing seam metal roof costs in the San Juan Islands ($14,000–$45,000+), what drives price, and standing seam vs. corrugated. Free island estimate.
Read the guide Cost & Pricing How Much Does a New Roof Cost in the San Juan Islands? (2026)
New roof cost in the San Juan Islands runs $9,000–$45,000+ by material. See island price ranges, why ferry logistics add cost, and book a free inspection.
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