Areas · Burnaby, BC
Roofing companies in Burnaby
Burnaby's single-family stock is older than most of the region: 1950s and 60s bungalows and Vancouver Specials in the north and the Heights, 1970s and 80s houses on the South Slope, all on generous lots with mature trees. That means moss, shaded north slopes and a lot of low-slope torch-on roofs on the Specials. Prices run a few percent below Vancouver.
- Permit Burnaby says minor non-structural exterior repairs need no permit but doesn't name roofing; call 604-294-7130
- Prices a few percent below Vancouver
- Common roofs asphalt shingles, torch-on on Specials and additions
- Trees moss and debris on shaded roofs
Local conditions
Mature trees and mid-century roofs
The big cedars and firs that make Burnaby's older neighbourhoods pleasant also keep roofs wet. North slopes under trees grow moss within a few years of a new roof, and gutters fill with needles every fall, so gutter guards and a moss plan are worth discussing with every quote. Vancouver Specials in North Burnaby have low-slope roofs that need two-ply torch-on, and many of the original membranes have been patched past the point of sense.
Burnaby's permit pages say minor non-structural repairs to the outside of a house don't need a permit, and in the restoration section say roof repairs need a permit with an exception for replacing existing. It never states a rule for an ordinary re-roof, so the Building Department is the place to confirm, particularly for anything beyond a like-for-like replacement.
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By neighbourhood
The roofs in each part of Burnaby
| Neighbourhood | Typical homes and roofs | Common roofing work |
|---|---|---|
| North Burnaby and the Heights | 1950s to 60s bungalows and Vancouver Specials under big trees | torch-on replacementasphalt re-roofmoss on shaded slopes |
| South Slope and Buckingham | 1970s and 80s houses, larger lots, mature cedars | shingle replacementgutter guardsventilation |
Costs
Rough roofing prices in Burnaby
Adjusted for typical Burnaby pricing, which tends to run higher than the Lower Mainland average.
| Job | Typical range | What moves the price |
|---|---|---|
| New roof, architectural shingles (2,000 sq ft) | $11,500 to $21,000 | Tear-off of one layer included by most roofers; plywood repairs extra |
| New roof, standing seam metal (2,000 sq ft) | $25,000 to $41,500 | Steel with a PVDF finish; aluminum and complex roofs run higher |
| New roof, cedar shakes (2,000 sq ft) | $26,000 to $52,000 | Valley quotes at the low end, Vancouver and North Shore at the high end |
| Flat roof, two-ply torch-on (1,500 sq ft) | $15,500 to $25,000 | TPO and EPDM cost less; insulation and drains extra |
| Roof leak repair | $416 to $1,500 | Flashing, boots and small areas; emergency tarping $350 to $1,000 |
| Seamless aluminum gutters, typical house | $1,500 to $4,000 | About $10 to $25 per linear foot; downspouts $100 to $300 each |
| Moss removal and roof cleaning | $364 to $936 | Soft wash and treatment; pressure washing shortens shingle life |
| Roof inspection with written report | $156 to $416 | Photos, condition, remaining life and a repair list |
Budget ranges in CAD before GST, from prices published by Lower Mainland roofers in October 2026. Your quotes are based on a site visit.
Questions
Burnaby roofing questions
How much does a new roof cost in Burnaby?
As a rough guide, replacing 2,000 sq ft of roof in Burnaby runs about $11,500 to $20,000 in architectural asphalt shingles and $27,000 to $46,000 in standing seam metal, before tear-off extras, plywood repairs and GST. Steep, cut-up or hard-to-reach roofs cost more. The cost guide has every roof type.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Burnaby?
Burnaby says minor non-structural exterior repairs do not need a permit, and in its restoration (fire/flood) section says roof repairs 'require a building permit' while carving out 'replacement of existing'. It never states a rule for an ordinary re-roof. Call the Building Department (604-294-7130, BPA@Burnaby.ca) to confirm. Rules change, so confirm with the municipality before you start. Our Burnaby roofing permit page has the details and the official link.
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