Canmore Roof Replacement For mountain homes
& strata
Roof replacement, siding and eavestroughs for Canmore homes, cabins and strata buildings, from Silvertip and Three Sisters to Cougar Creek, South Canmore and the Bow Valley Trail.
- HAAG® certified roof inspector
- 10-Year Labour Warranty
- One-year follow-up inspection
- WCB-covered, harnessed crews
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A Canmore roofing company for mountain homes and buildings
Canmore roofs deal with things prairie roofs rarely see: deep snow that sits for weeks, ice building up along the eaves, wind coming down the valley and wildfire season every summer. Many homes in Silvertip, Three Sisters and Eagle Terrace were built with cedar shakes, and a lot of those roofs are now weathered, split or growing moss. Canmore homeowners tell us about leaks around chimneys and plumbing vents, eavestroughs pulled down by sliding snow, and cedar roofs they would like to replace with something that needs less upkeep.
We drive out from Calgary on Highway 1, so inspections, quotes and one-year check-ups in Canmore are easy to book. Every job starts with a roof inspection, and a written quote. Every finished roof gets a follow-up visit a year later.
10-yr
Labour warranty in writing on every roof
1-yr
One-year follow-up inspection
HAAG®
Certified inspector on staff
Canmore roofing and siding
Most of our Canmore work is replacing cedar shake and older shingle roofs and re-roofing strata and commercial buildings, often with new siding and eavestroughs at the same time.
Our specialty
Roof Replacement
Full tear-off to the deck, ice and water protection, new vents and flashing, finished in architectural shingles or metal. We regularly replace cedar shake roofs.
Exteriors
Siding Replacement
Fibre cement, vinyl or metal siding for Canmore homes and cabins, including replacing weathered cedar siding.
Water management
Eavestroughs, Soffit & Fascia
Seamless eavestroughs, downspouts, soffit and fascia, fastened to handle Canmore snow and replaced together so meltwater drains away from the house.
Additional exterior services
Roofing & inspection
Property types
- Mountain homes & cabins
- Townhomes & duplexes
- Strata & condo buildings
- Hotels, lodges & commercial
Strata and commercial roofing in Canmore
A lot of Canmore is condos, townhome complexes, lodges and hotels, and those roofs need different planning than a single house. We have re-roofed multi-building strata complexes and a three-storey hotel in the BC Rockies, and we run Canmore projects the same way: one point of contact for the property manager or strata council, a written scope and price for each building, a schedule residents can plan around, and a tidy site every day around parked cars and walkways. More about our strata roofing.
Strata & condo re-roofs
Multi-buildingTownhome and condo complexes re-roofed building by building, with notices for residents and a written scope the council can approve.
Property managers
Roof assessments with photos for every building, so you can plan repairs and replacements and budget for them ahead of time.
Hotels, lodges & commercial
Shingle roofs, low-slope repairs, venting and eavestroughs on hotels, lodges, cabins and commercial buildings, scheduled around guests and business hours.
Shingle roofing built for mountain snow
Snow can sit on a Canmore roof for months, and meltwater that refreezes at the cold eaves is hard on any roof. With Alberta’s freeze-thaw cycles, asphalt shingles usually need replacing at around 15 years, and cedar shake can last a bit longer. An inspection tells you exactly where your roof stands. When we re-roof, we strip to the deck and install a complete system: ice and water protection at the eaves, in the valleys and around every chimney and skylight, balanced roof ventilation to keep the roof deck cold, new flashings and Class A fire-rated shingles. How our roof replacements work.
Malarkey Emerald Pro™ certified contractor
Emerald Pro is Malarkey’s highest contractor certification. It means our installers follow the manufacturer’s full system, which is what makes enhanced warranty coverage possible on eligible Canmore roofs.
Architectural shingles
Most popularA heavier, dimensional shingle and the usual choice when replacing an older shingle or cedar shake roof in Canmore.
Impact-rated shingles
A tougher, heavier shingle that resists cracking and scuffing. A good fit for homes and buildings that will see a lot of winters.
Designer shingles
Shake- and slate-look profiles that keep the look of a mountain roof without the upkeep of real cedar.
Our 10-Year Labour Warranty comes with every Canmore roof, and select shingle lines carry manufacturer warranties of up to 50 years.
Sheds snow
Metal roofing in Canmore
Many Canmore homeowners replacing a cedar roof ask whether to go to metal this time. A steel roof sheds snow instead of holding it, will not rot or grow moss, and is a Class A fire-rated option. Because snow comes off metal quickly, we plan snow guards over entrances, decks and walkways. Metal costs more up front, so we price metal and shingles side by side and let you choose. More about metal roofing.
- Standing-seam and steel-panel roofs
- Snow guards over entries and decks
- Cabins, garages and accent roofs
- Quoted side by side with shingles
Siding replacement in Canmore
A lot of Canmore homes and cabins have cedar siding that is now weathered, split or pulling away, and many Canmore siding and roofing projects are done together so the whole exterior is finished at once. Fibre cement is a popular choice in the mountains because it does not burn and holds its colour through strong sun and long winters. Every siding job goes over fresh house wrap, with windows, doors and outside corners flashed before the first panel goes on. Compare our siding options.
Fibre cement
Our top pickNon-combustible and dimensionally stable, so it stands up to wind and holds its factory colour for years. Comes in lap, board-and-batten and shingle looks.
Vinyl
Lower cost and low maintenance, and a quick way to refresh a townhome, rental or cabin in a new colour.
Metal siding
Durable steel panels for garages, accent walls and modern mountain exteriors, and an easy match for a metal roof.
What goes into a Canmore re-roof
A mountain roof has to carry snow, shed meltwater and stand up to wind and wildfire season. These are the four places we spend extra time on every Canmore roof.
01
A solid deck under everything
After tear-off we check every sheet of decking and replace anything soft or rotted. Old cedar shake roofs are often laid over spaced boards, so we add solid sheathing before the new roof goes on.
02
Ice and water protection
Membrane along the eaves, in every valley and around chimneys and skylights keeps meltwater from backing up under the roof when ice builds up at the edge.
03
Flashing around chimneys & vents
Chimneys, skylights and plumbing vents are where Canmore leak calls usually start. On a re-roof we replace pipe boots and vents and re-flash chimneys and skylights instead of reusing the old parts.
04
Ventilation and ridge for mountain weather
Balanced intake and exhaust ventilation keeps the roof deck cold, so snow does not melt from below. Properly fastened ridge caps and edges keep the roof together when the wind comes down the valley.
How a Canmore roof replacement works
From the first inspection to the check-up a year later, this is what a Canmore roof replacement looks like. Once materials are delivered, most homes are finished in a few days, and strata projects are scheduled building by building.
Every Canmore quote starts with a hands-on inspection of the roof, chimneys and vents. Our team includes a HAAG® and IICRC® certified inspector.
- 01
Roof inspection
We check the roof covering, flashings, chimneys, vents and roof ventilation, and photograph anything that needs attention so you can see it too.
- 02
A written quote
Materials, scope and timeline laid out line by line. For strata and commercial properties, each building can be priced separately.
- 03
Installation, done carefully
Bins placed so driveways and parking stay clear, magnetic nail sweeps and a tidy site every day.
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Walkthrough & one-year visit
We walk the finished roof with you, then come back the next year to check it after its first full winter of snow.
Roof problems we see most in Canmore
Ice dams along the eaves
When snow melts on a warm roof and refreezes at the cold edge, ice builds up and pushes water under the shingles. Better roof ventilation and ice and water protection at the eaves are the long-term fix.
Worn cedar shakes
Many older Canmore homes have cedar shake roofs that are now split, cupped, mossy or thinning. An inspection tells you how much life is left and what your replacement options are.
Leaks at chimneys and vents
Chimney flashing and plumbing vent boots are behind most of the leaks Canmore homeowners call us about. On a re-roof we replace every boot and re-flash chimneys instead of reusing the old parts.
Eavestroughs pulled down by sliding snow
Snow sliding off a steep or metal roof can bend eavestroughs or tear them off the fascia. Stronger hangers, the right placement and snow guards above help keep them in place.
Needles and debris in valleys
Needles collect in valleys and eavestroughs, hold moisture against the roof and block drainage. They are also fuel that embers can catch on during wildfire season.
Flat and low-slope sections
Many Canmore condo and townhome buildings have flat or low-slope roofs over garages, entries and parkades. These need the right membrane and drainage, not shingles below their rated pitch.
Our promise to Canmore property owners
10 / 50
Warranty in writing
Your Canmore roof comes with our 10-Year Labour Warranty in writing, plus manufacturer coverage of up to 50 years on select shingles.
WCB
Safe, respectful crews
WCB-covered roofers who wear harnesses on every job and keep driveways, parking and walkways clear while they work.
1 year
A visit one year later
After the final walkthrough, we come back a year later to check the roof after its first full winter of snow.
Serving Canmore, the Bow Valley & Kananaskis
We work in every part of Canmore, from Silvertip, Three Sisters and Eagle Terrace to Cougar Creek, Teepee Town, South Canmore and the Bow Valley Trail, plus Dead Man’s Flats, Exshaw, Lac des Arcs, Harvie Heights and Kananaskis Country. Nearby, see our pages for Banff, Cochrane and Bragg Creek.
- Canmore
- Silvertip
- Three Sisters
- Cougar Creek
- South Canmore
- Dead Man’s Flats
- Exshaw
- Harvie Heights
Real questions from Canmore property owners
Each of these came from someone with a home or building in or near Canmore. We have removed names and addresses, but the questions are real.
“We just bought a house in Canmore and want to do some roof work soon. Can you give us a quote?”
Yes. We start with a roof inspection so the quote is based on what is actually up there, not a guess from the ground. You get photos of anything we find and a written, line-by-line quote.
Roof inspection →“There seems to be a leak around the roof vent above our ensuite bathroom.”
Plumbing vent boots dry out and crack with age, and they are one of the most common leaks we see. We check the boot and the shingles around it, and tell you what we find, with photos. If the roof is near the end of its life, we quote a replacement with new boots and flashing throughout.
Roof inspection →“Our cabin has a leak we think is coming from the roof or the chimney flashing, and we may want to replace the cedar siding too.”
We trace the leak first, checking the chimney flashing, and the roof around it, then tell you whether it is a flashing fix or time for a new roof. We can quote the siding at the same visit so both jobs are planned together.
Siding →“We manage a condo building with a flat roof and a parkade that need attention. Can you take a look?”
Yes. We inspect the roof and give the property manager and strata council a written assessment with photos and a clear scope, so the work can be approved and scheduled.
Strata roofing →Canmore roofing questions
Don’t see your question? Call us at (403) 333-0319.
How much does a roof replacement cost in Canmore?
Price depends on roof size and pitch, what is coming off (cedar shake roofs often need new sheathing), what the deck looks like underneath and the shingle or metal you choose. We inspect the roof first, then give you a line-by-line written quote that is easy to compare with other Canmore roofing companies.
Do you work on strata, condo and commercial roofs in Canmore?
Yes. We re-roof and repair condo and townhome complexes, lodges, hotels and commercial buildings, and we work with property managers and strata councils on a written scope and schedule for each building.
Can you replace a cedar shake roof?
Yes. We tear off the old shakes, add solid sheathing where the roof was laid over spaced boards, and install a new shingle or metal roof with full ice and water protection.
Do you install fire-rated roofing in Canmore?
Yes. The asphalt shingles and metal roofing we install carry a Class A fire rating, the highest rating for roof coverings. If you are applying to a Town of Canmore FireSmart program, check its current rules, and we will give you a detailed written quote to include.
Can you do the roof and siding together?
Yes, and in Canmore it is common. Many homes have a cedar roof and cedar siding of the same age, so we quote them as one exterior project and line the crews up one after another.
What warranty do you offer?
Our 10-Year Labour Warranty covers every roof we install, and select shingles carry manufacturer warranties of up to 50 years. A year after the job, we return to check the roof once it has been through a winter.
What areas around Canmore do you serve?
All of Canmore, plus Dead Man’s Flats, Exshaw, Lac des Arcs, Harvie Heights, Kananaskis Country and Banff.
Ready for a new roof in Canmore?
Send us a few details about your home or building, and we will book an inspection and give you a clear written quote.