Calgary’s Trusted Roofing & Home Performance Experts
From Hail Alley to your front door, we fix the system, not just the shingles.
Roofing in Calgary: What You’re Really Dealing With
Calgary sits at the heart of Canada’s Hail Alley. The August 2024 hailstorm damaged nearly one in five homes, generated over 130,000 insurance claims, and resulted in $3.25 billion in insured losses, making it the costliest hailstorm and second-costliest natural disaster in Canadian history. Home insurance premiums in Calgary have increased significantly in recent years due to severe weather events, with some reports indicating increases of roughly 5–10% annually depending on provider and risk profile.
But hail is only part of the story. Calgary’s Chinook winds can raise winter temperatures by 20–30°C in hours, creating rapid thermal expansion and contraction that can contribute to shingle wear, flashing movement, and ice dam conditions under certain roof and attic configurations. At 1,045 metres elevation, intense UV radiation degrades roofing materials from above while trapped attic heat bakes them from below. Freeze-thaw cycles are frequent throughout winter and shoulder seasons and are a major contributor to long-term roofing material fatigue.
Most contractors patch what’s visible. We fix the system — roof, attic, ventilation, drainage — so the same problem never comes back. That’s why we install approximately 1,000 roofs per year in Calgary alone, and why we won the 2023 IKO Contractor of the Year for Western Canada.
What We Do for Calgary Homeowners
Roof Replacement
Full tear-off and system rebuild using premium IKO materials. Every job includes decking inspection, ice-and-water shield at all eaves and valleys, synthetic underlayment, new drip edge and metal valleys (with wall, chimney and step flashing quoted as needed), and ventilation balancing. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY. Most residential roofs completed in a single day.
Roof Repair
Calgary roofs take a beating from hail, Chinook thermal shock, and freeze-thaw cycles—and the resulting leaks are rarely where homeowners think they are. We trace every leak to its root cause, rebuild the waterproofing layers correctly, and give you an honest assessment if repair no longer makes sense compared to replacement.
Storm & Hail Damage
Rapid response with meticulous damage documentation for insurance claims. We meet the adjuster on-site, file supplements for missed items, and install Class 4 impact-resistant IKO Nordic shingles that are designed to significantly improve resistance to hail impact compared to standard asphalt shingles. Full exterior scope—siding, soft metals, eavestroughs—coordinated under one claim.
Home Performance Assessment
Calgary’s Chinook-driven temperature swings expose every weakness in your attic system. We assess insulation levels, ventilation balance (1:300 ratio), and moisture pathways to stop ice dams and energy loss at the source. Your attic doesn’t just store boxes — it’s a thermal boundary.
Water & Drainage Systems
High-performance eavestroughs, leaf guards, and optimized downspouts to move water away fast. SmartMelt™ de-icing keeps ice dams from forming along eaves and in valleys all winter long.
Roof Inspection
Multi-point diagnostic evaluation: shingle wear, flashing integrity, eavestrough flow, plus attic entry to check insulation, ventilation airflow, and signs of moisture, frost, or mold. Photographic documentation of all findings.
Solar Roofing Systems
Solar panels installed as part of your roofing system, not on top of an aging one. We coordinate the roof and the array as a single project so your panels go on a new, warrantied roof instead of one that’ll need replacing underneath them in five years. Greener Home Loan financing is also available.
Trusted by Edmonton Homeowners
Twinkal Tailor , Calgary
Last year, after a hailstorm, Advanced Level Roofing replaced my roof, siding, and metalwork. Their estimator came out promptly and took all the necessary measurements. They kept me well-informed with updates about material delivery and the schedule for the roofing, siding, and metal installation. An inspector also came to thoroughly check the roof and provided a detailed report with pictures, which was very helpful. They also provide project completion certificates to submit to your insurance company, so you don't have to wait. The team did an excellent job with the cleanup after all the work was completed. They were professional throughout the entire process. I highly recommend Advanced Level Roofing for anyone needing roofing or exterior work.
Blair Loney , Calgary
From first contact to job complete, Advanced Level Roofing has been courteous, efficient, and professional. Despite our obvious need for a new roof, their associate wasn't pushy or overbearing, and provided his best price as well as a creative payment structure. ALR was willing to work with us on the initial deposit because we had been burned years earlier by a less-than-stellar contractor. Communication throughout the job was excellent and my questions were answered promptly by text, email or phone. All insurances were in place and WCB compliance was guaranteed. The entire job, including old material disposal, was wrapped up in a single day. Our yard was spotless and the new shingles looked amazing. Highly recommended.
Abhishek Soni , Calgary
After a major hailstorm left my roof in rough shape, I decided to go with Advanced Level Roofing and I'm really glad I did. Out of all the quotes I received, theirs stood out for being professional, transparent, and fairly priced. The crew was courteous, efficient, and clearly experienced. They completed the entire job in just over two days, and the cleanup was meticulous they even used a magnetic roller to collect nails and debris. The new roof looks fantastic, and the process was stress-free from start to finish. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to friends and neighbours.
Why Calgary Homeowners Choose Us
IKO CRAFTSMAN PREMIER INSTALLER — 2023 IKO Contractor of the Year for Western Canada
~1,000 roofs installed per year in Calgary alone
One-day installs on most residential roofs
Dump trailer guarantee — clean site, no exceptions
Full insurance claim support from documentation through supplements to completion
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
100% Alberta-owned. Local crews who know Calgary neighbourhoods.
Common Roofing Problems in Calgary
Calgary homeowners frequently deal with these issues due to our local climate:
Hail Damage
After a hailstorm, damage is often invisible from the ground. Learn what to look for and how insurance works.
Ice Dams
Chinook winds accelerate ice dam formation in Calgary. The permanent fix starts in the attic.
Roof leak
Brown stains, dripping, musty smells. The leak source is rarely where the stain appears, and the cause is rarely a missing shingle.
Wind Damage & Missing Shingles
100+ km/h Chinook gusts and constant prairie winds tear off shingles when sealant strips fail.
Attic Ventilation Problems
Trapped attic heat bakes shingles from below in summer and drives ice dams in winter, turning a ventilation problem into a roof problem you’ll pay to fix twice.
Insurance Claims
Navigating ACV vs. RCV, hail-specific deductibles, and claim supplements.
Roof Ventilation
Trapped attic heat bakes shingles from below and drives ice dams in winter.
Contact Us
Head Office
5110 77 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2C 2Z2
Open Office Hours
Mon–Fri: 8am – 6pm
Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Sunday & Stat Holidays: Closed
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Frequently Asked Questions — Calgary
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