Albuquerque’s Trusted Roofing Contractors.
Licensed, bonded, and insured roofing company serving Burque homeowners and businesses across the Duke City and surrounding communities. From flat roof repairs on adobe homes to standing seam metal roof installations, we handle it all.
Storm Damage & Hail Repair
24+ hail events per monsoon season. Free post-storm inspections across the metro.
Flat Roof & Adobe Specialists
TPO, elastomeric coatings, canale repair. We know Pueblo Revival construction.
Metal Roofing Installation
Standing seam, corrugated, R-panel. 40 to 70 year lifespan at our elevation.
Insurance Claims Assistance
We work with State Farm, USAA, Allstate, GEICO. Full documentation and adjuster support.
Local Roofers Who Actually Know Albuquerque
If you have been searching for roofing companies in Albuquerque NM that understand what our climate does to roofs, you are in the right place.
We are not a franchise. We are not a national chain that parachutes crews into town after a hailstorm and disappears before the first monsoon leak shows up. We are a locally owned roofing company rooted right here in the 505, and we have spent years fixing, replacing, and maintaining roofs across every neighborhood in the metro area.
From the aging flat roofs on adobe homes in the North Valley to the pitched shingle roofs on ranch houses up in the Northeast Heights, from new construction on the Westside to historic preservation projects in Corrales and Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, we know this city block by block.
Albuquerque is not like other places when it comes to roofing. At 5,312 feet of elevation, our UV intensity runs 20 to 25 percent stronger than sea level cities. We get over 300 sunny days a year, which sounds great until you realize that relentless sunshine bakes asphalt shingles dry, cracks sealants, and degrades roof coatings years ahead of schedule. Then monsoon season rolls in between late June and September, dumping over half our annual rainfall in just a few months. Add in 40 degree daily temperature swings, spring winds that regularly hit 40 to 60 mph, and 6 to 8 significant hail events every year, and you start to understand why roofs here take a beating that most roofing contractors in other states have never dealt with.
That is exactly why you need roofers who grew up working in these conditions. Not someone reading from a script written for a different state.
Roofing Services for Every Home and Business in Albuquerque
We offer a full range of residential roofing and commercial roofing services across the Albuquerque metro. Whether you need a simple patch on a leaky flat roof or a complete tear off and reroof, our GB-2 licensed crews handle every job with the same attention to detail.
Roof Repair
Leaks do not wait, and neither do we. Storm damage patches, flashing failures, parapet wall junction repairs, canale replacements on flat roofs, and swamp cooler penetration fixes.
Roof Replacement
When repairs are not enough anymore, we walk you through your options and help you pick the right material for your home, your budget, and our desert climate. Complete tear offs and new installations.
Metal Roofing
Standing seam metal roofs handle our temperature swings, shrug off hail, reflect UV radiation, and last 40 to 70 years. We install standing seam, corrugated, and R-panel systems.
Flat Roof Specialists
TPO membrane, modified bitumen, elastomeric coatings, and traditional tar and gravel. Parapet junction leaks, blocked canales, deteriorating viga ends, and ponding water.
TPO Roofing
Reflects up to 90 percent of UV radiation at our elevation, cuts cooling costs by 10 to 30 percent, and the heat welded seams create a watertight bond through monsoon season.
Storm & Hail Repair
Albuquerque averages more than 24 confirmed hail events per year during monsoon season. We document everything and walk you through the insurance claims process step by step.
Insurance Claims Help
We help Albuquerque homeowners document damage properly, meet with adjusters, understand coverage, and avoid mistakes that lead to denied claims. All major carriers.
Roof Inspection
Free roof inspections across Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Corrales, Bernalillo, Placitas, and the East Mountains. Our 10 point inspection covers surface, flashing, drainage, ventilation, and penetrations.
The 5 Biggest Threats to Your Roof in Albuquerque
People move to New Mexico for the sunshine and the sunsets. But that same climate is working against your roof every single day.
UV Damage at Elevation
At 5,312 feet, Albuquerque sits high enough that UV radiation hits 20 to 25 percent harder than it does at sea level. Over 300 sunny days a year means your roofing materials get almost no break from that exposure. Asphalt shingles dry out and lose their protective granules faster here than nearly anywhere else in the country. A roof rated for 30 years in Ohio might give you 20 here if you are lucky.
Monsoon Season Flooding
Monsoon season runs from late June through September and is responsible for over 60 percent of our annual rainfall. A single monsoon cell can drop over an inch of rain in under an hour. On flat roofs, that water overwhelms drainage systems, pools behind parapets, and finds every gap in every seam. If your canales are blocked with cottonwood fluff or dried leaves, you are looking at inches of standing water.
Hailstorms
We average 6 to 8 significant hail events per year, with more than 24 confirmed hail events during monsoon season alone. Hail dents metal flashing, strips granules off shingles, cracks clay and concrete tiles, and can punch through aged TPO membrane. The worst part is that hail damage is not always obvious from the ground.
Temperature Swings & Thermal Shock
Albuquerque regularly sees 40 degree temperature swings between the afternoon high and the overnight low. That constant expansion and contraction puts stress on every material on your roof. Fasteners loosen. Sealants crack. Metal panels shift. Over time, this thermal cycling creates gaps that let water in.
Spring Wind Damage
March through May brings sustained winds of 30 to 40 mph with gusts that regularly exceed 60 mph. Wind lifts shingle tabs, tears ridge caps loose, and rips flashing away from edges. On flat roofs, it drives dust and debris under membrane seams. Older roofs where the adhesive seals have dried out from years of UV exposure are especially vulnerable.
Roofing Materials That Actually Work in Our Desert Climate
Not every roofing material performs the same at our altitude and in our weather patterns. Here is what we install and what works best for different types of Albuquerque homes.
| Material | Cost Per Sq Ft | Lifespan | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPO Membrane | $3.00 to $5.50 | 20 to 30 years | Flat roofs, commercial buildings, cooling cost savings |
| Architectural Asphalt Shingles | $1.50 to $3.50 | 20 to 30 years | Heights ranch homes, Westside, budget replacements |
| Standing Seam Metal | $5.00 to $10.00 | 40 to 70 years | High wind areas, fire zones, never-replace-again |
| Elastomeric Coatings | $1.50 to $3.00 | 10 to 15 year extension | Adobe, Pueblo Revival, Old Town, Corrales, Los Ranchos |
| Modified Bitumen | $2.50 to $5.00 | 15 to 25 years | Commercial, multi-family, flat roofs |
| Clay & Concrete Tile | $6.00 to $15.00 | 50 to 100 years | Territorial style, custom builds, classic NM look |
For a typical 1,500 to 2,000 square foot Albuquerque home, expect to pay between $6,500 and $7,800 for a standard roof replacement using architectural shingles. Metal and tile will run higher.
Monsoon Season Is Coming. Is Your Roof Ready?
Every year, Albuquerque homeowners discover leaks they did not know about during the first heavy monsoon downpour. A 20 minute inspection now can prevent thousands in water damage later. We inspect every flat roof drainage point, every canale, every parapet junction, and every swamp cooler penetration.
Why Albuquerque Homeowners Choose a Local Roofing Company
Every year after hail season, out of state roofing crews flood the Albuquerque market. They knock on doors, offer deals that sound too good to pass up, collect insurance money, rush through the job, and leave town before you discover the problems. The NM Attorney General has issued specific warnings about these storm chaser roofing scams, and we have seen the aftermath firsthand on roofs across the city.
We are not going anywhere. When you call us two years from now because something does not look right, we will be here. Our office is right here in Albuquerque. Our crew members live in the same neighborhoods we roof. We shop at the same Smiths, eat at the same Frontier Restaurant, and sit in the same traffic on Paseo del Norte.
We understand Albuquerque construction. We know the difference between Pueblo Revival and Territorial style architecture. We know that canales need to be cleared before every monsoon season. We know that viga ends need to be sealed where they penetrate exterior walls. We know that swamp cooler mounts are one of the most common sources of roof leaks in this city. We know that homes in Corrales and Los Ranchos may have historic preservation overlay requirements that restrict what roofing materials you can use. This is not stuff you learn from a manual. You learn it from years of working on roofs in Burque.
What to Look for Before You Hire a Roofing Contractor in Albuquerque
Choosing the wrong roofer can cost you thousands of dollars and years of headaches. Before you sign anything or hand over a deposit, make sure any roofing company you are considering can show you these things:
A valid NM GB-2 license. This is the roofing contractor license issued by the New Mexico Construction Industries Division. Without it, a contractor is not legally allowed to perform roofing work in this state. Ask for the license number and verify it yourself at the CID website. It takes two minutes and it could save you from a nightmare.
Workers’ compensation and general liability insurance. Ask for current certificates. Call the insurance company to verify. If a worker falls off your roof and the contractor has no workers’ comp, you could be on the hook.
At least three references from recent Albuquerque jobs. Not jobs in Phoenix. Not jobs in Dallas. Jobs right here in ABQ, on homes similar to yours. Ask if you can drive by and see the work.
A written estimate that spells out everything. Materials, labor, tear off and disposal, permits, warranty terms, start date, completion date. If someone gives you a number on the back of a business card, that is not an estimate.
No pressure to sign an assignment of benefits. Storm chasers love this one. They ask you to sign over your insurance benefits so they control the claim. The NM Attorney General has warned homeowners repeatedly about this tactic. A legitimate local contractor will help you with your claim without asking you to sign your rights away.
We meet every one of these standards, and we are happy to prove it before we ever step foot on your roof.
We Know Albuquerque’s Neighborhoods. Not Just the ZIP Codes.
We provide roofing services across the entire Albuquerque metro area and surrounding communities. No matter which part of town you call home, we have likely already worked on roofs in your neighborhood.
Find Your NeighborhoodFrom Your Call to Roof Complete
We believe you should know exactly what is going to happen at every step. No surprises, no mystery charges, no showing up three weeks later with no explanation.
Free Inspection
We get up on the”roof and do a thorough inspection. Surface, flashing, drainage, swamp cooler mounts, canales, vigas, parapet walls. Photos and full documentation.
Written Estimate
Clear proposal breaking down materials, labor, disposal, timeline, and warranty. We explain your options. No sales pressure. No limited time offers.
Insurance Help
If storm damage, we help file your claim, meet the adjuster, and make sure the scope matches the damage. Hundreds of claims with every NM carrier.
Installation
Crews show up on time, protect landscaping, keep the site clean, install to manufacturer specs. Most residential jobs done in 1 to 3 days.
Walkthrough
We walk the property with you. Magnet sweep for nails, full debris cleanup, your complete satisfaction before we consider it finished.
Warranty
Manufacturer warranty on materials plus our workmanship warranty. We follow up after the first major rain to confirm everything performs.
What Albuquerque Homeowners Say About Us
Named, neighborhood-attributed reviews from real Albuquerque roofing jobs.
“We had a flat roof leak that three other companies tried to fix and it kept coming back. They figured out the problem was at the parapet junction and the canale was undersized for the drainage load. Fixed it right. No more leaks, even through last monsoon season.”
“After the hailstorm last July, we had storm chasers knocking on our door every day. We called them instead because they are actually from here. They documented everything, helped us through the insurance claim with State Farm, and had the new roof on in two days. Could not be happier.”
“I have a 1960s adobe home in Corrales with vigas and a flat roof. Finding a roofer who actually understands this type of construction is hard. They knew exactly what they were looking at and recommended an elastomeric coating system that works with the design review requirements. These guys know what they are doing.”
“Honest, on time, fair price, and they actually cleaned up after themselves. I have recommended them to four neighbors on my street already.”
Recent Roofing Work Across Albuquerque
A look at real projects from our crew, in your neighborhood.
Roofing Tips & News for Albuquerque Homeowners
Straight answers on roof lifespan, repairs, replacement, and storm damage claims in New Mexico’s climate.
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Albuquerque sits in the Rio Grande Valley at roughly 5,300 feet of elevation, ringed by the Sandia Mountains to the east and high desert mesas to the west. That combination gives local roofs a tough job: intense UV exposure, wide day-to-night temperature swings, sudden monsoon downpours, and the occasional hailstorm all take a toll on shingles, flashing, and flat roofing alike.
We’re a locally owned crew that works across every quadrant of the metro, from the Heights to the West Side and out into the surrounding valley and foothill communities, so we’ve seen firsthand how Albuquerque’s climate ages a roof and what actually holds up here.
Commute Times From Albuquerque
Interstate 25 and Interstate 40 cross right in the middle of the city, and the Sunport sits just a few minutes from Downtown, so most of the metro and the wider Albuquerque area is an easy drive for our crews.
| Destination | Distance | Typical Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque Sunport (in town) | ~3 miles | ~8 min |
| Downtown Albuquerque | ~5 miles | ~12 min |
| Old Town Albuquerque | ~6 miles | ~15 min |
| Rio Rancho | ~15 miles | ~25 min |
| Los Lunas | ~25 miles | ~30 min |
| Sandia Peak Tramway | ~18 miles | ~30 min |
| Santa Fe | ~60 miles | ~65 min |
Off-peak estimates. Sources: City of Albuquerque and mapping-service drive times.
Everyday Amenities and Services Nearby
Homeowners across the metro have easy access to the everyday essentials, no matter which neighborhood we’re working in.
Parks, trails, and open space
The metro has dozens of parks and open space areas, from the Paseo del Bosque Trail along the Rio Grande to foothill trails beneath the Sandias.
Groceries, pharmacies, and errands
Grocers and pharmacies are spread across every quadrant of the city, so errands rarely mean a long drive no matter which neighborhood you’re in.
Source: City of Albuquerque
Hospitals, urgent care, and doctors
UNM Hospital, Presbyterian, and Lovelace all operate campuses in Albuquerque, backed by urgent care clinics throughout the metro.
Source: UNM Hospitals
Libraries and community life
The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Library system runs branches citywide with free wifi, programs, and meeting space for residents.
Source: ABC Library
Restaurants, delis, and coffee
Central Avenue and neighborhood corridors citywide are lined with chile-forward kitchens, diners, and coffee shops.
Source: Visit Albuquerque
Arts and entertainment
Downtown’s KiMo Theatre, the Albuquerque Museum, Isotopes baseball, and Sandia Casino give the metro a full calendar of things to do.
Source: Visit Albuquerque
A Short History of Albuquerque
From a Spanish colonial villa on the Rio Grande to a modern research hub in the shadow of the Sandias, Albuquerque’s story runs deeper than its quiet streets suggest.
Founded as a Spanish villa
Governor Francisco Cuervo y Valdés received permission to found La Villa de Alburquerque on the banks of the Rio Grande.
Source: Visit Albuquerque
What the name means
The city was named for Francisco Fernández de la Cueva, 10th Duke of Alburquerque and viceroy of New Spain; the first “r” was later dropped from the spelling.
Source: Wikipedia
San Felipe de Neri Church
The original plaza formed around a small adobe chapel. It collapsed in the rainy summer of 1792 and was rebuilt a year later, and it still stands in Old Town today.
Source: Visit Albuquerque
The railroad arrives
The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway reached the area and built a depot about two miles east of the plaza, giving rise to “New Albuquerque.”
Source: Wikipedia
Route 66 rolls through
The first Route 66 travelers arrived in Albuquerque; the road was realigned onto Central Avenue in 1937 for a more direct east-west route.
Source: Wikipedia
Sandia National Laboratories
Kirtland Air Force Base (1939) and Sandia Base grew into Sandia National Laboratories, cementing Albuquerque’s role in national research.
Source: Wikipedia
Ready to Get Your Roof Taken Care Of?
Whether you need a repair, a replacement, an inspection after the last hailstorm, or you just want someone to take an honest look and tell you where things stand, we are here to help.
We serve homeowners and businesses across Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Corrales, Los Ranchos, Bernalillo, Placitas, Edgewood, Los Lunas, Belen, and everywhere in between. Every inspection is free. Every estimate is written and detailed. And every job is backed by a licensed, bonded, and insured crew that lives and works right here in the Duke City.
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