Areas · Coquitlam, BC
Roofing companies in Coquitlam
Coquitlam says plainly that installing a new roof on an existing building needs no permit, which makes it one of the easiest places in the region to re-roof. The housing runs from 1950s and 60s homes in Maillardville and Austin Heights to the big 1990s houses of Westwood Plateau, with their steep, complex roofs on steep lots, and the new builds of Burke Mountain, many already in metal.
- Permit not needed to repair or replace roofing on an existing house
- Prices a little above the Lower Mainland average
- Common roofs asphalt shingles, cedar on 1990s Plateau homes, metal on Burke Mountain
- Terrain steep lots and high roofs on the Plateau
Local conditions
Plateau roofs and the first wave of 1990s replacements
Westwood Plateau was built in the 1990s with large, cut-up roofs, many of them in cedar shake that is now at or past its life. Replacing them is a bigger job than a rancher: three storeys at the back, steep pitches, many valleys and dormers, and tight access on cul-de-sacs. Quotes vary a lot here, so it's worth comparing exactly what each one includes. Austin Heights and Maillardville have simpler, older roofs where the question is more often plywood condition and ventilation.
Coquitlam's Building Division FAQ lists installation of a new roof on an existing building among work that needs no permit, and its minor projects brochure says the same about repairing or replacing roofing material. Attaching a new roof structure such as a patio cover or awning does need a permit. Contractors working in the city need a Coquitlam or Tri-Cities business licence.
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By neighbourhood
The roofs in each part of Coquitlam
| Neighbourhood | Typical homes and roofs | Common roofing work |
|---|---|---|
| Westwood Plateau | Large 1990s homes on steep lots, many original cedar roofs | cedar replacementlarge cut-up re-roofsice and water membrane |
| Burke Mountain | New builds, many in metal | new construction roofingmetalwarranty work |
| Austin Heights and Maillardville | 1950s to 70s homes on simple roofs | shingle replacementplywood repairsventilation |
Costs
Rough roofing prices in Coquitlam
Adjusted for typical Coquitlam 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) | $11,000 to $20,500 | Tear-off of one layer included by most roofers; plywood repairs extra |
| New roof, standing seam metal (2,000 sq ft) | $24,500 to $41,000 | Steel with a PVDF finish; aluminum and complex roofs run higher |
| New roof, cedar shakes (2,000 sq ft) | $25,500 to $51,000 | 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 $24,500 | TPO and EPDM cost less; insulation and drains extra |
| Roof leak repair | $408 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 | $357 to $918 | Soft wash and treatment; pressure washing shortens shingle life |
| Roof inspection with written report | $153 to $408 | 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
Coquitlam roofing questions
How much does a new roof cost in Coquitlam?
As a rough guide, replacing 2,000 sq ft of roof in Coquitlam runs about $11,000 to $19,500 in architectural asphalt shingles and $26,500 to $45,000 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 Coquitlam?
Coquitlam says no building permit is needed to repair or replace roofing material or to install a new roof on an existing building. A permit is needed for structural work, or to attach a new roof structure such as a patio roof or awning. Rules change, so confirm with the municipality before you start. Our Coquitlam roofing permit page has the details and the official link.
How many roofers will contact me?
Up to 3. We only send your request to vetted roofing companies that cover Coquitlam and do your kind of work.
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