Your roof keeps SoMa's fog, wind, and salt air at bay. When it fails, you need a roofer who speaks plainly about what's wrong and how to fix it. Fixit Roofers has spent decades repairing and replacing roofs across every neighborhood in the city—from Victorian shake to modern flat membrane. We inspect your roof, tell you exactly what you're facing, and give you a price that matches the work. No surprises. No sales pitch.
SoMa's weather is relentless. Salt spray from the Bay corrodes metal flashings. Fog settles into valleys and wicks moisture into the substrate. Wind tears at edges. Thermal cycling—hot sun, cold fog, repeat—causes membranes to blister and shingles to curl. Granule loss accelerates under this cycle. After 15 to 20 years, even a well-installed roof begins to deteriorate.
We've watched this pattern repeat in the Marina, the Sunset, the Mission, and the Richmond. A roof that might last 25 years in Phoenix gives up at 18 here. That's not a defect. That's SoMa.
When we climb onto your roof, we're looking for specific failure modes: rot in the decking, widespread cracking in the membrane, corrosion at the drip edge, systemic leaks that have traveled into the attic. We check the starter course and field course for proper lap and stagger. We test for soft spots, peel back the membrane edge to see if the substrate has swollen, and trace water paths to find where intrusion actually enters.
A typical inspection takes 45 minutes. You get photos, a written report, and a straightforward conversation about whether your roof needs repair or replacement. Most roofs in SoMa fall into one of three categories: salvageable with targeted fixes, candidate for a recover (laying new material over the old), or ready for a complete tear-off and reinstall.
Repair makes sense if the damage is localized: a puncture, a failed boot around a vent, a section where the membrane has split. We'll reseal, patch, or reset flashing as needed. Cost runs $400 to $1,500 depending on access and materials.
A recover works when the substrate is sound but the membrane is failing. We install a new self-adhered layer directly over the existing roof, using ring-shank nails and hand-sealed seams. This adds 10 to 15 years of life and costs roughly 40% less than a tear-off. It's a smart middle path for many SoMa homes.
Replacement is the right call when rot has spread, the deck is soft, or the roof is past 20 years old. We strip to the substrate, inspect the framing, install new decking if needed, and lay a fresh roof with proper ventilation and drainage. In SoMa, most replacement jobs run $8,000 to $18,000 for a typical residential roof, depending on pitch, square footage, and material choice.
Asphalt shingles remain the most common choice. They're affordable, familiar, and come in colors that match the neighborhood aesthetic. A 3-tab or architectural shingle roof lasts 15 to 20 years here if installed correctly with proper ventilation.
Metal roofing is gaining ground. Standing-seam or corrugated panels resist salt spray better than most materials and reflect heat. They cost more upfront but often outlast the house. We've installed metal roofs in the Presidio, along the Embarcadero, and in the outer neighborhoods where salt air is heaviest.
Flat roofs—common on commercial buildings and some residential structures—often use EPDM rubber, TPO, or modified bitumen. These materials handle SoMa's wind and fog differently than pitched roofs. Proper drainage and sealing are critical; we've resealed hundreds of flat roofs that leaked because the original installer missed a detail or cut corners on the perimeter.
When a winter storm hits SoMa, we mobilize fast. Wind tears shingles. Rain finds gaps in flashing. Trees drop limbs. We offer same-day emergency tarping to prevent water intrusion, then schedule the permanent repair. Most storm damage claims get resolved within two weeks if you call us immediately.
We service office buildings, retail storefronts, warehouses, and apartment complexes across the city. Commercial roofing requires different expertise than residential work: larger square footage, more complex drainage, building-code compliance, and coordination with property managers and tenants. We've recovered and replaced roofs on multi-story buildings in SOMA, the Financial District, and the Marina.
We know which neighborhoods face the harshest salt spray. We understand how SoMa's microclimates affect roof longevity. We're familiar with the quirks of older homes—the settling that creates valleys where water pools, the outdated ventilation that traps moisture. We've worked with city inspectors and know the permits required for different work types. That experience translates to smarter decisions and fewer surprises.
Call us at 877-349-0250 or fill out our contact form. We'll schedule an inspection at your convenience. Bring any photos of damage or leaks you've noticed. We'll spend time on your roof, answer your questions, and send you home with a clear picture of what's needed and what it costs. No obligation. No pressure.
Roof Repair — Patching leaks, resealing flashing, replacing damaged shingles, and fixing rot in SoMa homes and businesses.
Roof Replacement — Complete tear-off, substrate inspection, and new roof installation with proper ventilation and drainage for residential and commercial properties.
Roof Recovery — Installing a new membrane layer over an existing roof to extend life and avoid the cost of a full replacement.
Storm Damage Repair — Emergency tarping, wind damage assessment, and permanent repairs after SoMa storms.
Commercial Roofing — Service and replacement of flat roofs, metal roofs, and low-slope systems on office buildings, retail spaces, and apartment complexes.
Flashing and Vent Repair — Addressing leaks around chimneys, skylights, vents, and roof edges where water intrusion commonly begins.
Roof Inspection — Detailed assessment of your roof's condition, written report with photos, and honest advice on repair versus replacement.
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