Edmonton’s Trusted Roofing & Home Performance Experts

Attic rain occurs when indoor humidity freezes on the cold underside of your roof deck, then melts during a thaw. It’s caused by inadequate ventilation and air sealing — not a roof leak. The fix is air-sealing ceiling penetrations, upgrading insulation, and balancing ventilation.

For a typical 2,000–3,000 sq ft roof, expect $13,000–$20,000 for quality architectural shingles. Edmonton’s costs are influenced by material demands for cold-climate performance and labour rates.

In most cases, a permit is not required for standard roof replacement in Edmonton if no structural changes are involved. Permits may be required for structural or ventilation modifications.

If you see water stains in winter but no obvious shingle damage, the problem is likely ventilation or condensation. A proper inspection includes entering the attic to check for frost, mold, and exhaust fan routing.

Document the date and time of the storm. This is the single most important detail for an insurance claim. Then book a professional inspection before calling your insurer. Hail damage is often invisible from the ground, and a qualified roofer will identify damage your adjuster might miss. Don’t sign with door-knocking storm chasers; they disappear before warranty issues come up.

After you file the claim, your insurer assigns an adjuster who inspects the damage and writes an estimate, usually using software called Xactimate. We meet the adjuster on-site to make sure nothing is missed, and if the initial estimate is short on items required for a code-compliant install (drip edge, ice-and-water shield, decking replacement), we file a supplement to request the additional funds. Most homeowners don’t know supplements are an option, and that’s why they leave money on the table.

A quality asphalt roof in Edmonton lasts 15–25 years, but that range depends almost entirely on what’s happening inside your attic. A well-installed roof with poor ventilation can fail in 12 years; a properly ventilated, well-insulated roof can hit 25+. The shingle is rarely the limiting factor—heat and moisture from below are.

Yes, with the right materials and crews but it’s not ideal. Asphalt shingles need a minimum temperature for sealant strips to activate properly, and below about -5°C, the shingles become brittle and harder to install cleanly. We schedule emergency repairs year-round but recommend planned replacements between April and October when possible. If you need a winter install, we use cold-weather shingles and hand-seal where required.