SEATTLE ROOFING BLOG Updated Weekly I am Grateful For – Valentine Roofing Thanksgiving Employee FeaturesWith it being Thanksgiving week, we wanted to take an opportunity as a company to reflect and share some of the things we’re most thankful for this season. At Valentine Roofing, we’ve experienced a year of success and growth, as well as many challenges. Overcoming and adapting to these challenges hasn’t always been easy, but with a team full of ... Read MoreCold Weather Roof Installation Made Safe and EfficientHere in the Pacific Northwest, the roofing season never truly ends. The Fall and Winter months present a new set of challenges including severe weather and temperatures that can make roof installations increasingly difficult and dangerous, taking more time to complete. Thankfully, with the continued advancements in roofing technology, cold weather roof installations are not only possible but safe and ... Read MoreWhat to do After a Storm Hits Your RoofStormy weather is an unavoidable part of life here in the Pacific Northwest. Heavy rain, wind, and the leaves and debris they bring can take a toll on Seattle area roofs. Most of Western Washington and the Puget Sound see consistently heavy rains for about half or more of the year and receive over 42 inches of rainfall on average. ... Read MoreEnergy Savings and Perfect Temperatures Year-Round with New Attic InsulationAttic Insulation is vital to maintaining comfortable and efficient temperatures year-round, preventing mold and pests, and keeping home energy costs low. About 90% of single-family homes are under-insulated in Washington state, resulting in thousands of wasted dollars for Seattle area families each year. Roughly 25% of heating and cooling is lost through the attic due to poor insulation or a ... Read MoreFall Roof Replacement Project with the Duration Premium ShingleEvery roof eventually reaches the end of its useful life and no longer adequately protects a home against the elements. In the Pacific Northwest, most residential roofs are replaced every 17-22 years. Most residential roofing systems will show signs of age long before a replacement is needed. Missing shingles, granules in the gutters or below downspouts, or an active roof ... Read MorePrevent, Defend, Extend the life of Your RoofThe roof is your home’s first line of defense against the harsh outside elements. With November in the Puget Sound bringing increased rain, wind, and colder temperatures - it’s essential to ensure your roof is performing optimally. If left unmaintained moss, leaves, and debris will wreak havoc on a perfectly healthy roofing system, causing damage that is otherwise preventable with ... Read MoreThe Downside of Roof RepairsMost residential roofs in the Pacific Northwest region are replaced every 17 to 22 years. Rain, debris, moss, algae, and high winds take their toll on the life of various roof materials which can lead to damaged shingles, water stains, leaks, and more. Leaks, penetrations, and other issues with your roof may often seem minimal at first, but can be ... Read MoreMy Roof is Leaking | What Should I Do Next?Fall in the Puget Sound region is wet and windy. In fact, the wettest months of the year are usually November and December with October setting records for precipitation in recent years. All those storms can cause damage to your roof, leading to the dreaded phrase no homeowner ever wants to utter, “My roof is leaking!” We put together this ... Read MoreYear Round Roofing in the Pacific NorthwestAs we transition into the Fall season here in the Pacific Northwest, we also move into the rainiest period of the year bringing several inches of rain, high winds, and generally unpredictable conditions. These uncertain and harsh weather conditions present major challenges to exterior home improvements such as a roof replacement. Although the weather creates additional hurdles not often experienced ... Read MorePeace of Mind Program Provides Free Roof to Devoted Marysville MissionariesWe recently completed a full roof replacement in Marysville, WA, for a local couple who received dozens of community nominations for a free roof through our Peace of Mind Program. The couple, Ron and Therese Smith are a staple in their community volunteering their time and skills to help friends and neighbors through the years. As active members of their ... Read MoreIndustry Material Shortages and What They Might Mean for Your New RoofHello Valued Customer, We wanted to thank you for choosing Valentine Roofing and trusting us with your home. Communication is an important part of the Valentine Experience and we think it is pertinent to talk to you about some realities that are affecting our industry right now that may affect your project. As you know, we are navigating through many … Read More 4 Ways Gutters Protect Your HomeThe transition from Summer to Fall brings heavy rains, wind, and debris to the Pacific Northwest region that can cause damage to your roof, siding, landscape and more. An efficient seamless gutter system is essential to protecting your home throughout the year, in every season. Washington state receives about 38 inches of rainfall per year on average and over 100 … Read More Live Comfortable and Protect Your Home with an Attic Insulation UpgradeAttic insulation is critical to your home’s energy efficiency, air quality, and helps maintain comfortable temperatures even on the hottest summer days. According to the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association, as much as 90% of single-family homes are under-insulated in the Pacific Northwest – resulting in wasted energy, money, and increased discomfort. Attic insulation along with your roof and ventilation … Read More Titanium X-30 is The Northwest’s Best New Fully Synthetic UnderlaymentWith time and advancements to technology, roofing underlayment has evolved and become increasingly safer and more efficient. Underlayment began with traditional felt and tar paper which was prone to easily drying out, often tore when walked on, absorbed water which made it heavy, and was susceptible to heat and UV rays. When synthetics options began to be developed and produced, … Read More Advantages of the SoundLok Metal Roofing SystemThe popularity of Metal roofs here in the Pacific Northwest is on the rise. Shifting trends with the rise of the contemporary modern and rustic farmhouse styles have led many to consider metal roofing as a serious material choice for their home. Metal Roofing provides superior protection from outside elements while bringing a bold modern aesthetic that can truly transform … Read More Protect Your Investment and Defend Your Home with Annual Roof MaintenanceAs the first line of defense against the elements here in the Pacific Northwest, your roof is perhaps one of the most important investments you as a homeowner will ever make. Protecting that investment is essential to maintaining the beauty and health of your roof throughout the years. Moss algae, and other factors can lead to a host of potential … Read More Touch of Modern with Flat PVC RoofingModern and contemporary homes are becoming increasingly popular throughout the Puget Sound region. A shift away from ornate and complex design to a more simplistic, minimal, and free flowing form of architecture. These Homes tend to be rooted in the now and take on a more open and free flowing layout, often with a focus on practicality and sustainability. With … Read More Design with Pacific Wave, the Color of the YearEach year a color emerges as the industry favorite in the home improvement market and this sets a tone and for which styles and trends many homeowners will choose in their design process. In 2020, the shingle color of the year chosen by our industry partner Owens Corning is “Pacific Wave” which features blue and grey hues which are calming … Read More Achieve your Modern Farmhouse Dreams with a Metal Combo RoofHome Improvement trends are always evolving as our tastes and preferences change. In sync with the rise of the popularity of farmhouse design style, metal roofing has been making a comeback as a preferred roofing material in recent years. Unfortunately, the cost of metal roofing can be prohibitive for some home improvement budgets. To get the look and feel of … Read More Metal Roofing Experts are Elevated Through Ongoing TrainingAt Valentine Roofing we’re committed to offering the best service and products in the residential roofing industry. Providing what we call the Valentine Experience each and every time requires a highly skilled team of estimators and installers who receive constant training on the latest products we offer as well as new products available in the industry today. As a full-service … Read More Peace of Mind Program Gives Free Roof to Local Health Care Hero Lisa LongWe recently completed a Peace of Mind project for a local health care hero and single mother of 2. Lisa was nominated to receive a free roof by her neighbor and mom, Robin. Lisa is always finding ways to support her neighbors, her community, and her loved ones. Despite working 12 hours shifts at EvergreenHealth Hospital Lisa still finds time … Read More Inspire Your New RoofWith Summer only a few weeks away, there’s really no better time than now to finish your home improvement projects so that you can enjoy your summer worry-free. We recently covered several popular ways to finance your next project, allowing you to pay on your terms while protecting your home and enhancing its curb appeal. Whatever your next project may … Read More Ways to Finance a Home Improvement ProjectHome improvement projects, like purchasing a new roof, are a big investment and the question that many homeowners often find themselves asking is how do I pay for my project? Home renovation and improvements can be more expensive than originally thought, however reputable companies that offer accurate and free estimates can provide a good starting point for budgeting. Once a … Read More Keeping Safety #1 with Virtual Roofing EstimatesNow more than ever, safety is at the top of mind in the roofing industry. How can professional roofing companies keep customers and employees safe during this time while still providing much needed “essential services” to the community? With a few changes to our processes and how we communicate, Valentine Roofing can still deliver the same amazing experience you’ve come … Read More Safety in Roofing During COVID-19According to a special report from CNBC in December of 2019, Roofing is the 4th most dangerous occupation in the U.S. As one of the most dangerous trades in the United States, safety is a key component. The pandemic of 2020 has only increased the risks in roofing, leaving many to question what measures can be taken to keep roofers … Read More Titanium X30: A Valentine Roofing & Owens Corning CollaborationTitanium X30 is the result of a collaboration by Valentine Roofing and Owens Corning with the mission to develop a new, cutting edge underlayment, one that would be ideal for the climate here in the Puget Sound. After over a year of travel, development, and testing – we’re proud that Titanium X30 underlayment is now available and being installed by … Read More Peace of Mind: Free Roof Replacement in Lake Forest Park, WA for the Vander Ploeg’sWe recently installed a new Peace of Mind roof for a very deserving couple in Lake Forest Park, Washington. Bill and Leanne were nominated by a family friend for the program. Christine knew that with mounting medical bills coupled with Bill’s advancing medical condition the couple would not be in a position to replace their aging roof which has started … Read More When NOT to DIY Home ImprovementsIts spring and home improvement season has officially begun here in the Northwest. The sun is out, the skies are clear, and the birds are chirping. It’s a special time in the Puget Sound when we get a much needed break from the rains and cloudy days that seem to drag on. During this time, many of us are finding … Read More Sell Your Home Easily with Valentine RoofingSelling your home can be one of the most stressful processes all around. With this in mind, Valentine Roofing created an exclusive program for home sellers and their real estate agents. Our exclusive program offers the best return on investment value installation, priority scheduling, inspections, and a transferable warranty. When selling a home we know that time is of the … Read More The Peace of Mind Program Comes to Des Moines, WA with a New Roof for Local FamilyStephanie, a long time Des Moines resident, discovered her roof was in bad condition when the family’s satellite TV went out. Thinking it was just a receiver issue she contacted her satellite carrier and scheduled to have a technician out to her home. During his inspection the technician informed Stephanie that her roof was sagging in multiple places and was … Read More Protect Your Investment with a Professional Roof Inspection of Your HomeHaving a Professional Roof Inspection performed on your home is a major asset; especially if you’re looking to sell your home, need an expert third party opinion, or just to verify the overall condition of your roof. A roof can look beautiful from the ground view, but a closer inspection can reveal problems or potential areas of concern. A thorough … Read More Hey it’s Spring! Here’s How to Extend the Life of Your Roof With an Annual Roof CleaningSpring is officially here, and that means SPRING CLEANING! As you prepare for the next season and work on your home improvement goals, don’t forget about your roof! A simple annual cleaning can drastically extend the life of your roof and keep it looking beautiful all year long. Valentine Roofing’s annual maintenance plan will keep your roof performing at its … Read More Peace of Mind Program: Free Roof for Community Service Leader Jenn LinstadValentine Roofing has been committed to providing a new roof free of charge for members of the community since the Peace of Mind Program was created in 2018. Each quarter a new participant is nominated and selected to take part in this community service program. Through generous donations from Owens Corning, Stoneway Roofing Supply, Sammamish Remodel, and Hungry Buzzard – … Read More Is Your Home’s Attic Properly Insulated?As we move through the winter season, now is a better time than ever to highlight the importance of your home’s attic insulation. Nearly 90% of single family homes in the Pacific Northwest are under insulated according to the Department of Energy. If you’re part of that percentage, you could be losing as much as 25% of your heating through … Read More Peace of Mind Program: A Free Roof for Korean War Veteran Floyd DuncanValentine Roofing has committed to providing a new roof free of charge for members of the community. Each quarter a new participant is nominated and selected to take part in this community service program. By alleviating an often-overwhelming need for families, we’ve been able to provide peace of mind for community members, ensuring that their roofs will keep them and … Read More Titanium X-30: Underlayment Made for the Pacific Northwest2019 was a fantastic year at Valentine Roofing and we’re eagerly looking ahead as we hit the ground running in the new year. We’re excited to kick off 2020 with a sneak peek of a brand new underlayment product coming to the Pacific Northwest very soon. We recently spent the day on location in Gig Harbor, Washington with our partners … Read More Have you Checked Your Gutters?Gutters play a large role in protecting your home and keeping it looking beautiful, especially here in the Pacific Northwest. Rain gutters allow water to be diverted, preventing erosion, damage, and flooding to your basement. In addition, they can help to prevent staining on the exterior of your home, paint damage, as well as stop the growth of mold and … Read More A Modern Flare with Metal RoofingAt Valentine Roofing we use the same exact products on our own homes that we install on yours. Recently one of our own estimators, Sean Heins had his family’s roof replaced with a gorgeous new metal roofing system. Their home was built by Sean’s grandparents in the early 1970’s and previously had a traditional asphalt roof. Knowing the lasting benefits … Read More Christmas Spirit Without the HassleCan you believe it’s already October?! That means Christmas is only weeks away! Your trusted roofing professional, Valentine Roofing, is now installing Christmas lights. Let us climb the ladders and hang the lights while you spend more time with your family enjoying your holiday traditions. Our professionally hung LED Christmas lights are custom sized for every home. For a sleek … Read More Why you should choose PVCIf you have a flat or low-slope roof there are several roofing options that are available to you. You can choose between tar and gravel, torch-down, EPDM, or PVC. Of these options PVC is the most popular and best option for flat and low-slope roofs. 60-mil PVC is the only material for flat roofing that Valentine Roofing installs. It is … Read More Metal Roofing vs. Traditional RoofingWhen it comes to standing seam metal roofing vs. traditional asphalt shingle roofing there are lots of factors to consider. One benefit is that a metal roof can last a very long time because of the strength of the material itself. A well maintained metal roof can last anywhere from 30 to 70 years depending on the material used. Another … Read More What are the Benefits of Architectural Shingles?Composite roofing has become the most common roofing material you see on residential homes, and for good reason. There a numerous reasons you’d want to replace your roof with composite and why it’s become a classic in residential neighborhoods. Architectural comp specifically is versatile, cost-effective, and durable. There are many forms of Composite roofing including 3-tab, Laminate, and Architectural shingles. … Read More Leaking Roof? Fix it Now.Let’s face it, no one wants to go running for a bucket every time it rains. Staying on top of the every changing Pacific Northwest weather forecast is both annoying and impractical, but those small drips represent a larger issue with your roof. At Valentine Roofing, we know better than anyone the investment in both time and money a leaky … Read More How to Know When it is Time to Replace Your RoofIs it time to replace your current roof? Most people don’t think about replacing their roof until it’s too late and a leak has developed inside their home. If a leak has made itself visible inside the home, it likely has caused some additional damage to the roof deck itself as well as the drywall inside of the home. No … Read More North Bend, WA Roof ReplacementSee how Owens Corning Duration Max shingles gave this homeowner superior durability and curb appeal to match. What to Look for in a Roof When Buying a HouseWhen buying a home, having a good roof is important. The roof provides defense against the outside elements such as rain, wind, snow, ice, and heat. Buying a home is already a big investment, but finding out you need a new roof and having to financially plan for that only a few years in can put a damper on your … Read More New Metal Roof in RentonWe recently finished working with a customer to replace the old tile on their roof with a new timeless metal panel system. A 26 gauge striated panel system was chosen and installed to perfection. Striations help minimize uneven or wavy roof decks resulting in a beautiful roof. See the photos below to see how our project turned out! For other … Read More Poulsbo, WA ReRoof and GuttersOur newest project was to replace a 22 year old composition roof and failing gutters in Poulsbo, WA. We recommended a new Owens Corning Duration Shingle. The customer chose Onyx Black. Did you know that you can recover nearly 69% of the install cost of a new roof in increased home value? According to local real estate agents a black … Read More Preventative Roof Maintenance Makes Dollars and SenseMost roofs in the Pacific Northwest can last 17-22 years and like most valuables, require maintenance to ensure that will perform at their best. What happens to a car that’s never had an oil change or an air conditioner that’s never been cleaned? It. Breaks. Down. Moss and algae might grow slow, but once it takes hold it can be … Read More Peace of Mind Program Brings a New Roof to Renton ResidentOur Mission At Valentine Roofing our mission is to serve and care for our neighbors. As part of our mission we developed the Peace of Mind Program where we provide a new roof, free of charge to a community member in need. This program has been made possible through generous donations by our suppliers as well as nominations for new … Read More Olympia Gutter ProjectDid you know that most gutters have a lifetime of 20 years? Chances are if you are ready to replace your roof it is time to have your gutters replaced as well. This is why we often recommend a gutter replacement as part of a new roofing system. Your gutters and roofing work together to optimize water shed from your … Read More New Owens Corning Roof in Seattle, WAWe recently completed a re-roofing project for our customer in Seattle, WA. Our customer had a 20 year old composition roof that needed new life. Our sales representative went over several options for this home, including color options that would make the mid century brick on her home really pop. After reviewing her options, our customer chose the Owens Corning … Read More New Roof Installation in Bainbridge IslandOur crew just finished a beautiful new roof in Bainbridge Island. To elevate this homes existing charm, our customer chose an Owens Corning Duration shingle in Estate Gray. We completed the look with all matching metal flashing for a consistent and polished appearance. All new skylights give the customer a clear view to the outside world. No more clouding, no … Read More Roof Replacement in KingstonWe just finished a roof replacement in Kingston. The customer called because he was missing shingles after a wind storm and needed someone to provide him with information on a new roof system. Our rep met with the customer, showing him several options to replace his roof. It was important to the customer his new systems would be able to … Read More Storm Clean UpWhen the Spring storms rage it can cause damage to your roof. From simple debris clean up to repairs from falling branches, blown off shingles and more, Valentine Roofing has you covered. Recently, our customer had a tree branch fall on the corner of their roof damaging shingles and underlayment exposing the roof deck below. Our technicians were able to … Read More Roof Cleaning in TacomaMoss and algae got you down? Get your roof ready for summer with a spring roof cleaning. We agitate the existing moss, resulting in 80% or more physical removal. Then our tech will remove storm and other debris from the roof and gutter system. A moss and algae treatment is applied along the ridge line and half slopes which will … Read More Roof Top DeliveryRoof shingles and other materials can be roof top delivered for the safest and most efficient roof install. With several trucks in the fleet a supplier will have just the right delivery method for each job. To ensure the integrity of the roof and home, the materials will be spread out evenly along the ridge. Supports, called roof jacks, will … Read More New Roof in EdgewoodWe recently finished a large home and detached garage in Edgewood, WA. After 15 years the customer decided it was time for a new roof and was interested in an architectural shingle. After discussing the difference between each product the customer decided on the Owens Corning Duration shingle. Boasting a 130 MPH wind warranty as well as Patented SureNail Technology … Read More Moss and Algae are not your Roof’s FriendMoss and algae will greatly reduce the life of your roofing material. Moss holds water and excessive moisture will prematurely break down the organic material in your roof shingles eventually causing cracking. Algae actually feeds on the organic material in the roof and will escalate granule loss and eventual shingle break down. Nip these roof issues in the bud with … Read More Bring in the LightMost skylights are only warrantied 10-20 years depending on the type and manufacturer of the skylight. Chances are if you are ready to put in a new roof you should be considering new skylights as well. Over time the sealant will begin to dry and crack breaking the air tight seal, glass and acrylic will pit from years of sun … Read More What to Expect from a Roofing ProjectMost people will only go through the re-roofing process one to two times in their life, it makes sense that not many know what to expect from a roofing project. While it can be a daunting project to take on, having the right contractor in your corner can make the whole re-roofing process refreshingly simple. So what are some of … Read More Standing Seam in SeattleMetal is a great choice here in the Northwest. Our customer in Seattle agrees and chose a standing seam panel option in Charcoal Gray. If you are looking for a long lasting, low maintenance option for your roof, consider installing metal panels. While the upfront cost can be higher than other options the overall value is worth the initial cost. … Read More Enhance your Home’s CharacterDoes your home have a unique feature, or certain character that you want to remain true to? We will work with you to decide on the best material and installation for your new roof that will stay true to your home’s style, and can even help accentuate those unique features. From roof color to custom flashing, we will help you … Read More Fall in Love with your Roof!Our customer in Seattle has a low slope roof that previously had torchdown installed. She was experiencing leaking and her repairs were not holding long. After a few months of trying to make it work she gave us call and asked us about her options. With a low slope roof the options are limited, but they are still beautiful! After … Read More Standing Seam Metal Roof on Vashon IslandYou may have recently seen our vans on Vashon Island. We have been busy working with our client to put a new standing seam metal panel roof on his beautiful island home. He wanted an long lasting, fairly maintenance free option because his property is heavily covered with trees and fairly secluded. In order to handle the heavy needle load … Read More In Memory of Marcia TodaPeace of Mind Roof Program As part of our commitment to serving our community, Valentine Roofing has partnered with Owens Corning to provide a new roof, free of charge, to a family in need. We call this the Peace of Mind Program and through this program a new roof is installed quarterly. We were recently able to connect to the … Read More Improve your Home’s Resale Value with a New RoofWe were recommended by a Real Estate Broker for her clients new roof. Our rep worked with the client as well as her agent to decide on the product that would be the best value for her home. After careful consideration she decided on Owens Corning Duration in Onyx Black. Her new roof will generate improved resale value. Often times … Read More Owens Corning in IssaquahWe recently finished a re-roofing project for our customer in Issaquah. She plans to sell her home soon so we recommended the great value choice Owens Corning Duration Shingle with 130 MPH wind warranty. Combine that with Valentine Roofing’s 25 year workmanship warranty and you have a winning combo. Did you know our warranty is fully transferable? Because black roofs … Read More New Year, New RoofWe just finished a new roof in Orting for one of our customers. The old roof was only 16 years old but was leaking when she called for her free estimate. We were able to get her onto our leak stop program to secure the leak until we could safely install her new roof. We installed new metal flashing, straight … Read More Peace of Mind Roof ProgramHave you heard about Valentine Roofing newest community service program? Partnering with Owens Corning as well as roofing material suppliers, Valentine Roofing is now providing a new roof to families in need throughout the greater Puget Sound area, at no cost to them! Keep an eye out for more information to come in 2019 about how you can nominate someone … Read More It’s Christmas Time in the CityIt is that time of year, when we all scurry up our ladders to hang our Christmas lights and spread holiday cheer. While we all love the end result, we don’t all love the process but we can help with that, Valentine Roofing is now performing lights services. We will hang lights in December and return in January for take … Read More Christmas LightsWe recently started installing Christmas Lights as a service to our valued customers. Our technicians will custom fit the lights for the best presentation on each home. With beautiful white bulbs, a timer, and expert installation, Valentine Roofing is now helping our customers check one more thing off their holiday to do list! Check out some photos from our recent … Read More May Creek Roofing ProjectOur customer in Renton was in need of a new roof. She went with an architectural shingle for her entire roof. Since her patio cover is a low slope, we put and ice and water shield below her underlayment. Ice and water shield is a self sealing barrier that can be used as extra defense for vulnerable areas, such as … Read More Finished Roof in Bainbridge IslandValentine Roofing recently completed a new roof installation in Bainbridge Island. We completely removed the old shake roof for our customer and installed a brand new composition roof system. Because the customer has skip sheeting we installed new 1/2″ CDX plywood to give the roof deck stability, providing a secure place to fasten the new roof system to. Once the … Read More Serving the CommunityValentine Roofing volunteers monthly at Fisher House to cook and serve dinner to the guests and their family that are staying on site. Fisher House offers a comfortable place to stay while veterans or their family members are ongoing treatment at the Seattle VA Hospital or Seattle Children’s Hospital. Often these folks travel from out of state for treatment and … Read More Upgrade your GuttersWe just finished installing new 6K gutters with matching 3″ x 4″ downspouts on a project in New Castle. Our customer decided to upgrade because her old system often clogged with needles and leaves each season, causing back-flow and overflow issues. With the larger trough size more water can effectively flow off her roof, into her downspouts and safely away … Read More Can a New Roof Increase the Value of your Home?A new roof is a big investment, we know, so it can come with some hesitancy and reserve. The good news is that a new roof will do so much for you and your home! It goes without saying, but we will go ahead and say it anyway, a new roof will add years of protection to your home. In … Read More When is it time to replace your roof?A roofing shingle may be marketed as a lifetime shingle but what does that really mean? The lifetime of shingle can very from climate to climate as well as shingle type to shingle type. When it comes to evaluating your roof here are some things to look for. Buckling shingles: As shingles are exposed to harsh UV light and extreme … Read More Roof Cleaning and MaintenanceFrom Skagit to Thurston county, Valentine Roofing offers roof cleaning to help elongate the life of your roof and keep it looking new from year to year with annual maintenance. Existing moss is agitated with a wire brush which will physically remove over 80% of the existing moss. Then we will blow off the moss and roof debris followed by … Read More Valentine Roofing Window CleaningHey have you heard? Valentine Roofing is now performing window cleaning. Check out more about our system and recent job photos below! Our unique, low pressure filtered water system is used to clean the exterior of windows eliminating the need for heavy cleaners. Your family, pets and landscaping are not exposed to toxic or unsafe chemicals. Because there are no … Read More Fall Roofing Projects- Chimney Flashing RepairAs the rainy season hits the Northwest many people start to notice leaks in their roof. If your roof is less than 17 years old it probably ins’t time to replace just yet and a simple repair will fix the leak while giving you more years out of your roof. We recently finished a repair for a leak around our … Read More Kitsap County Roof ProjectWe recently finished a wood shake to composition shingle roof project in Kitsap county. To keep the look of wood shake the customer chose the CertainTeed Landmark TL shingle with Moutain Ridge shingles. CDX plywood was installed over the existing skip sheeting to create a solid roof deck perfect for shingle installation. New skylights and an updated balanced ventilation plan, … Read More Designer Shingles in RedmondHave you heard of the CertainTeed Northgate SBS shingles? These designer shingles feature rubberizing technology resulting in a more pliable shingle, even in cold and extreme weather conditions. Studies have even shown greater granule retention, up to 15% better, a key factor in protecting the shingle in all weather conditions. Boasting a 50 year limited manufacturer’s warranty along with a … Read More New Roof Project Mill CreekIf your HOA has requirements chances are you will need to find a luxury shingle for your roofing project. The CertainTeed Presidential TL shingle is the peak of luxury. This shingle features three layers laminated for strength and durability. The additional layer also creates natural depth for a beautiful wood shake look without any of the drawbacks. With 5 rich … Read More Designer Shingles Elevate Your Home’s AppearanceIf you are looking to elevate the look of your home look no further than the CertainTeed Landmark TL shingle. Boasting a patented third layer and random tab design, this single creates natural shadows and depth on your roof. With 7 different colors to choose from, the Landmark TL shingle is the perfect choice for any pitched roof. A high … Read More Going Pro in Bainbridge Island Valentine Roofing understands that landscape and gardens are important to our customers. We will go the extra mile to protect yours during your roof installation just like we did for our customer in Bainbridge Island. Placing plywood down to help catch falling roof debris is one way we help to protect your property, we will also lay down plastic sheeting … Read More Roof Replacement in Queen AnneValentine Roofing just finished another project in the Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle. The hills and tight spaces can be tricky but we are able to work with all our suppliers to create the perfect plan for every project. No driveway? No problem! We will work with the city to get permission to have the waste container placed directly on … Read More Metal Roof in Mountlake TerraceValentine roofing just finished installing this new standing seam roof in Mountlake Terrace. Our customer chose the 26 gauge Nu-Ray metal NRM 2000 panel in 16″ width. This panel design features a final power seam to completely seal the roof. With the Kynar 500 Ultra Cool finish to reflect heat as well as prevent erosion from the the harsher Puget … Read More End of Summer Roofing ProjectsAs the long days of summer begin to come to an end we often find ourselves in a crunch to finish our outdoor projects. Let Valentine Roofing help check those projects of your list. Our professional roof technicians can help with several different types of roofing projects. We can re-roof sheds, gazebos, carports, barns, tree houses and so much more. … Read More PVC: The Best Choice for Low Sloped Roofs PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) is hands down the best low slope and flat roofing material on the market today. Engineered to be flexible, strong and UV reflective, PVC roofing can easily last 20 years here in the Pacific Northwest. The flexibility of PVC roofing makes it easier for roofers to install the product around roof penetrations like vents, chimneys and … Read More Puyallup Goes Premium with Shingle SelectionWe just finished another project in Puyallup for our customer with HOA specifications. Our Sales Rep took the time to go through each option that fit within the HOA criteria to make sure the customer, and the HOA, got exactly what they wanted. Deciding on the Landmark Premium shingle, the customer chose the Max Def Weathered Wood color to compliment … Read More Safety First!Roofing is an inherently dangerous activity, which is why Valentine Roofing takes the safety of each employee very seriously. To ensure all our employees follow the same safety standards and procedures we supply every field employee with the same safety equipment, which are regularly examined by our safety inspector. This equipment, along with the d-ring roof anchors we install on … Read More Full Roof Replacement in AuburnOne of our crews just finished this roof replacement project for our customer in Auburn, featuring The Landmark Pro architectural shingle. Every Valentine roof features new metal flashing because metal is long lasting and looks beautiful. With the ability to color match new flashing, every roof will look seamless and cohesive. It is usually recommended to replace skylights at the … Read More The Right Way to Clean Your RoofWhen it comes to roof cleaning it is important to use the right technique. Pressure washing and high pressure air can damage roof material, lift shingles and cause areas where water can penetrate the roof. A great roof cleaning will include removal of debris, such as branches, pine needles and other organic material that are a breeding ground for harmful … Read More Architectural ShinglesYou may have heard someone recently refer to an architectural shingle, but what is an architectural shingle? Architectural shingles are roofing shingles that have been laminated together to form one shingle. This process creates depth, providing a three dimensional look that you do not get with standard or “3-tab” style shingles. Outweighing other standard laminates, architectural shingles such as the … Read More Which Skylight is Right for Your HomeWhen is comes to skylights, we have just the right fit for your project! We recommend replacing skylights every 20 years, this is when the seals may start to fail allowing for condensation or leaking. Let Valentine work with you to replace your skylights today, either with your roof replacement, roof repair or as a stand alone project. For … Read More CertainTeed Landmark Shingle InstallOur customer in Olympia chose the very Popular Landmark shingle in the even more popular color Moire Black. After careful evaluation of his roof, Valentine Roofing identified that he would need to add a cricket behind his chimney to divert water away from the chimney and off the roof. Valentine Roofing always recommends building a cricket for chimneys 30″ or … Read More Watch Out for Dead ValleysWe recently installed a beautiful new roof for our customer in Renton. There was some active leaking on her roof so we took a look to asses the problem and it turned out she had a dead valley on her roof. A dead valley is created when two or more slopes meet, or when a roof slope meets a wall where … Read More Small ProjectsLet us handle your small projects: gazebos, out buildings, sheds and more. We will treat your small project the same way we would treat a reroof of your home. From the very begining you will see the difference. Our professional bidding process will provide you with an estimate within an hour during your appointment with our Valentine Roofing Sales Representative. … Read More Metal Roof on Bainbridge IslandYou may have heard that metal roofs are not recommended near salt water bodies. That can be difficult when you live on an island, or close to the Puget Sound. We have you covered with a metal roofing option that is specially coated with Cool Kinar to help reduce erosion from the harsh salt water environments. This feature allowed our … Read More In Honor of Earth Day Valentine Roofing staff worked together with New Beginnings Home in Puyallup to help beautify the grounds for all the single mothers and staff that live there. We rolled up our sleeves to help clean up the grounds, weed the gardens and plant flowers, just in time for Earth day. Even our little helpers got to work, cleaning fences and … Read More Upgrade to ProThe Landmark Series offers a variety of shingle and color options that can fit into any plan and price point. If you are looking for an upgrade at a reasonable price Landmark Pro is the option for you. This architectural shingle is specifically engineered to meet exacting contractor specifications with a wide variety of color options in CertainTeed’s Max Def … Read More Landmark in RentonWhen it comes to value the best product on the market is CertainTeed’s Landmark Series. With a variety of different color and weight options, these shingles are guaranteed to fit into any plan and price point. Our customer in Renton chose the Landmark shingle in Moire Black. Moire Black is the most popular color in this shingle series, providing depth … Read More Celebrating 10 Years of SuccessValentine Roofing is delighted to celebrate 10 years of service in the Greater Puget Sound region! We have completed over 6,000 projects and have thousands of happy customers. How do you celebrate a decade of success in the roofing industry? With a custom made cake created for us by our very own Paul Massey. Paul is the newest member of … Read More Add a Pop of Color with Metal RoofingSpring is here and everyone is scrambling to freshen up the exterior of their homes. One way to create an entirely updated look for any home is by choosing metal for your new roof. Metal comes in a variety of colors that will suit any style home and even the most discerning of tastes. Featured here is the Tahoe Blue … Read More Seattle: The Valentine Look.When it comes to finish, details matter. That is why Valentine developed a signature look. Every Valentine roof can be held to the same exacting standards and will stand out against other roofs. We have thought through every detail so you don’t have to. The way the shingles overhang the gutter edges is the same on every install. You can … Read More The Right Flashing for the JobA common practice of many roofers is to replace some but not all your existing flashings. Re-used roof flashings are prone to leakage and detract from the finished appearance of the new roof. A quality, metal flashing should be installed at all the critical areas of your roof: Gutter edges Rake edges Roof valleys Roof-to-wall Step (sidewall ) … Read More Using the Right MaterialWhen if comes to your home it is incredibly important to have a solid, well built foundation. The same is true for your home’s roof. Sheeting, also known as the roof deck, is the solid wood surface that the rest of your roof is built on. Ensure the life of your roof by using a durable, weather resistant and level … Read More Is it Time to Replace Your Roof?Here in the Northwest the average lifespan of a roof is 17-22 years. The moisture in the air and proximity to the Puget Sound create a harsh environment for our home exteriors. Replacing your roof before an issue arises will save you money, both in costly repairs as well as avoiding the additional cost of replacing bad material, such as … Read More Meticulous Clean Up in BainbridgeConstruction can be messy and unfortunately there is no getting around that fact. However, Valentine Roofing provides a fina,l meticulous clean up at the end of each project as well as daily clean up before leaving a job site. The crew will sweep for nails, screws, staples and other magnetic items. A complete walk through of the grounds will take … Read More Tubular Skylights: Letting the Light in!Spring is on the way. Let the sunlight in to those dark areas by including a tubular skylight with your new roof. Tubular skylights are a great way to add natural light to any area of the home where a traditional skylight is not an option or where natural light is limited, such as hallways and bathrooms. Sunlight will enter … Read More Luxury is the Standard in BellevueNothing says luxury like a Presidential TL shingle. This distintive shingle provides the dimensional look of a cedar shake roof that home owners love without all the fuss of a wooden shingle. The triple layer, laminated shingle provides superior durability for every climate while CertainTeed’s 15-year StreakFighter warranty helps protect against streaking caused by algae growth, a real problem in … Read More Roof Maintenance: Protect Your InvestmentDid you know that Valentine Roofing provides roof cleaning and roof maintenance? Let Valentine protect your investment with annual or bi annual maintenance. Our qualified technicians will provide you with our 3-step process that will rid your roof of debris, moss and algae as well as prevent its return. Step 1: Blow debris from roof and gutters- The best way … Read More Premium Products Create Big Statement On Any RoofHow do you make a statement on any roof? By choosing a high profile shingle you can create a big impact even on a smaller roof. Our customer wanted to stand out so they chose the Landmark Premium shingle with Mountain Ridge. The high profile design of the CertainTeed Mountain Ridge shingle features a rounded edge and blended color for … Read More Combo Roof: bringing the best of both worlds into Fall CityWhen it comes to roofs some products are better suited for low sloped areas while others are meant for higher profile roofs. So, what do you do when you have different roof pitches? At Valentine Roofing we bring the best of both worlds together and create a combination roof system that best suits each customer’s needs. For the higher profile … Read More Marysville Roof RevivalWe took this 41 year old roof and gave it new life! To provide a secure roof deck that will ensure a smooth and sturdy surface for the new shingle installation we started with new 1/2″ CDX plywood. The customer chose a Landmark Premium shingle in Moire Black. The Premium shingles are part of the CertainTeed’s Max Def color line … Read More HOA approved Composite Shingle Roof We installed a beautiful Landmark TL in Platinum for our customer in Federal Way. The TL stands for Tri Laminate and is a patented 3 layer laminate shingle. The added dimension creates a wood shingle inspired look with the durability, ease of installation and cost effectiveness associated with composite shingles. This type of shingle is typically the preferred composite … Read More Covington Roof CompletionThis new CertainTeed Landmark roof was completed just in time for the Christmas holiday. Our sales rep had been working with this customer since early spring. After weighing all of their options they made the decision to go with a Moire Black composite roof. Our expert crew tore off the existing roof and installed the new one in only a … Read More Lynnwood Metal RoofLast week we installed this new 24 Gauge NRM-2000 metal roof in Charcoal Gray. The previous composite roof was poorly installed. There were leaks multiple leaks around the chimney. Our crew built a cricket around the chimney to take care of any problems in the future. Composite Roof in SilverdaleJust yesterday we completed this roof install in Silverdale. The homeowner knew that her roof was over twenty years old and in need of replacement. We installed a new CertainTeed Landmark composite roof in Granite Gray. She chose to keep her existing skylights so we re-flashed them upon installing the new roof. Everything turned out great and the homeowner was … Read More Lake Stevens New RoofEarlier today we finished installing a new roof on this home in Lake Stevens. The homeowner knew that her roof was getting up there in age and wanted to replace it before anything bad happened. After looking at the different composite options we offer she chose have us install CertainTeed Landmark Pro shingles in Max Def Heather Blend. Carnation New RoofRoofs in the Pacific Northwest typically get replaced every 17-22 years. This was the case when we received a call for this home in Carnation. He knew that his roof was over twenty years old and wanted to look at getting it replaced before any problems arose. After looking at the different composite options he chose to go with CertainTeed Landmark Pro shingles in Max … Read More Sammamish Roof InstallJust last week we completed this roof install in Sammamish. The homeowner had a cedar shake roof that he wanted to replace with HOA approved composite shingles. After reviewing all of his options he chose to have a CertainTeed Presidential TL roof installed in Shadow Grey. Federal Way Roof ReplacementThis beautiful roof was installed last week in Federal Way. Our customer had a previous cedar shake roof that he wanted to replace with architectural composite shingles. He chose to have a CertainTeed Presidential TL roof installed in the color Autumn Blend. The roof turned out great and our customer was thrilled with the results. Metal Roof in RedmondWe finished install on this metal roof at the end of October. The previous roof was tar and gravel and in need of replacement after 20 years. We showed the homeowner options of both metal and PVC. After weighing the benefits of both she chose to have a 26 gauge metal roof installed in Charcoal Gray. The homeowner loved how … Read More Spanaway Composite Roof InstallWe finished installing this new composite roof earlier today. The old roof was 23 years old and had some damage along the gutter edges. We replaced some of the decking before installing the new CertainTeed Landmark roof in Georgetown Grey. Sammamish Roof InstallA new composite roof was installed on this home in Sammamish last week. We also repaired some of the decking and replaced two skylights. Additionally, the homeowner requested adding two bird blocks for additional ventilation and adding ridge vent for a sleeker look. The homeowner was having some additional work done on his house while we were installing the new roof. We were … Read More Tacoma Roof ReplacementThis new composite roof was completed late last week. The homeowners had a previous cedar shake roof that needed to be replaced. The Tacoma roof replacement needed to meet the HOA requirements for their neighborhood. Our sales rep looked into their options and presented them to the homeowner. After looking at their different options they chose to go with CertainTeed … Read More Kitsap County Metal RoofAnother fantastic metal roof install was completed last week. This one was in Poulsbo. Our customer had an old shake roof that he wanted to replace with either composite shingles or metal. We provided him information and pricing for both with him eventually choosing to go with metal. Our crew did a great job installing this 24 Gauge Metal roof … Read More Renton Composite Roof InstallWe regularly receive calls from potential customers who have been referred to us by previous customers. This was the case when we initially heard from this homeowner in Renton. We had recently replaced his neighbor’s roof when he realized he should have his shake roof looked at for possible replacement. After meeting with our sales rep he decided on a new … Read More Kitsap County Composite RoofThis new composite roof was completed last week on Bainbridge Island. Our customer had seen our vans on the island and had been hearing our ads on the radio long before deciding to call us. His previous roof was 21 years old and in need of replacement. He chose to have a CertainTeed Landmark Pro roof installed in Max Def … Read More Metal Roof InstallThis metal roof was installed last week in Burien. The homeowner previously had a torch down roof. We showed her options for both PVC and metal. After weighing all her options she chose to go with a new metal roof in Charcoal Gray. SeaTac Roofing ProjectLast week we finished installing this new roof in SeaTac. The homeowner chose to replace his previous composite roof with a new CertainTeed Landmark in Moire Black. The city of SeaTac required a permit for this job. When the final inspection was performed the inspector said that he was really impressed with the install that was performed. The homeowner was very … Read More PVC Roof in BellevueThis new PVC roof was completed last week. The previous torch down roof was over 18 years old and had some leaking coming from the chimney. The new roof install included building a cricket to divert the water away from the chimney. Tacoma Roof ProjectThis new composite roof was completed yesterday. The previous roof was almost 30 years old and in desperate need to replacement. After looking at the different options he chose to have a new CertainTeed Landmark roof installed in Silver Birch. Our crew did such a great job with this install and the homeowner was thrilled with the results. Bellevue New RoofEarlier this week we completed this roof install in Bellevue. The previous roof was over twenty years old. The homeowner chose to have CertainTeed Landmark in Granite Gray. Des Moines Roof InstallWe have been working with this customer for four years as his roof still had life left when we first met with him back in 2013. He appreciated our honesty in not trying to push him into replacing his existing roof before he needed to. Both quality of work and customer service were big for him. When it was time for his new … Read More New PVC Roof in BellevueRecently we installed this new PVC roof on a home in Bellevue. The previous roof was almost 20 years old and ready to be replaced. The homeowner chose to have her new flat roofing PVC installed in light grey. PVC Roof in SeattleThis afternoon we finished installing this PVC roof in Seattle. The homeowner called us after he was walked across his roof and heard a crunching sound. He knew then that it was time to have his flat roof looked at. After receiving estimates from several different companies he was confident in choosing us to install both new CDX and a new white colored PVC … Read More Jobsite Sales MeetingThis week’s bi-weekly sales meeting took place at one of our active jobsites. Our sales reps received additional training on how to estimate flat and lo-slope roofs. The on-site crew leader and our quality control manager lead the meeting. Gig Harbor New RoofLast night we received this picture from another happy Valentine Roofing customer. He wanted to show off both the beautiful new roof and our awesome crew that installed it. We love it when we get such great feedback from our customers. It’s just further proof that “You’ll love your new roof!” North Bend Composite Roof InstallThis beautiful roof install was completed at the end of last week. Our customer chose to replace their existing cedar shake roof with a new architectural composite roof. He chose Presidential TL in Aged Bark. As usual our crew did a fantastic job with this install and the customer was thrilled with the results. Bainbridge Island Roof ReplacementJust last week we finished installing a new composite roof on this home on Bainbridge Island. The previous roof was over thirty years old and in need to replacement. The homeowners decided to have a CertainTeed Landmark TL composite roof installed in Moire Black. We also replaced one of the skylights during install. New Roof RentonThis beautiful new roof was completed late last week. The previous composite roof was very old and needed to be replaced. Our customer chose to have a CertainTeed Landmark Pro installed in Max Def Moire Black. As you can see from the picture the crew did an excellent job with the details in this roof. Bellevue New RoofLast week we finished installing this beautiful new roof in Bellevue. Our customers originally had a cedar shake roof that needed to be replaced with a composite roof to meet the HOA requirements for their area. They chose to have a CertainTeed Presidential TL composite roof installed in color Shadow Gray. The sun was shining brightly over this new roof! Covington New RoofLast week we finished installing this beautiful new roof in Covington. Our customers are getting ready to sell their home and knew that they needed to get a new roof before they put it on the market. They chose to go with a new CertainTeed Landmark composite roof in Birchwood. Our crew also discovered some rotten fascia boards during install … Read More Sales Meeting at Nu-Ray MetalsThis week’s bi-weekly sales meeting was held at Nu-Ray Metals in Auburn. Our rep, Jared, provided additional information and training on the two metal roofing options that we offer. The estimators also took a tour of the warehouse to take a better look at the products. They all left the meeting excited to share their newfound information with potential customers. … Read More New Roof in RentonWe just finished this install in Renton a few days ago. Our customer was referred by his neighbor, who we also put on a new roof for. He had a cedar shake roof but wanted to change to some sort of composite roof. After meeting with our estimator he chose to install Owen’s Corning Woodcrest architectural composite shingles in Timber. Custom Radial MetalThis new light gray PVC roof was completed a few days ago in Shoreline. It required custom radial metal for the curves of the roof. The roof had a lot of details. Luckily we have some of the best roofers in the state and they handled the job without any problems. Bainbridge Island Composite RoofThis beautiful roof was completed yesterday afternoon. The previous roof was shake but our customer wanted to change to composite. After meeting with our estimator and looking at his options he decided to have a CertainTeed Landmark Pro composite roof installed in Max Def Moire Black. The attention to detail during this install was very evident with the finished product. PVC Roof in BellevueYesterday we finished installing this new PVC roof located on the Bellevue waterfront. The old torch down roof was in bad shape with multiple leaks. All of those problems were taken care of by installing a new PVC membrane roof in light gray as well as custom metals. This roof was massive and took 5 days to complete. Poulsbo New RoofLast week we installed this roof in Poulsbo. The customer chose to have CertainTeed Patriot shingles installed. He chose the color Shadow Black. The crew did a great job on this install and our customer was thrilled with the results. Duration Shingles TrainingOn Tuesday of this week our representative from Owen’s Corning came to our bi-weekly sales meeting to talk about Duration shingles. These shingles offer high technology is comparison to other shingles on the market. They lay extremely flat which is great for winter installs. They also seal well for lower slopes. Another great feature is the high wind resistance up to 130-MPH. Lastly, Duration shingles … Read More Redmond Roof InstallLast week we completed this roof install in Redmond. The customer had a previous shake roof but wanted to change to a composition roof. After looking at all of the options she decided to go with a Presidential TL roof in Aged Bark. As you can see from the pictures the attention to detail was excellent. PVC Roof Install in ShorelineEarlier this month we installed a new PVC roof on this home in Shoreline. Our customer previously had a torch down roof that he wanted to change to something with a longer lifespan. After meeting with our estimator he decided to change to a PVC roof in light gray. Metal Roof TrainingWe are thrilled to announce that we are now offering metal roofing! Our product rep from Nu-Ray Metals came to this week’s sales meeting to train us on this new product. We will be offering both 24 gauge and 26 gauge panels in a variety of colors. Lakewood Composite RoofWe just finished up on this roof in Lakewood. The customer previously had a 30 year old shake roof but did not want to put another one back on. She decided to have a CertainTeed Presidential TL composite roof installed in the color Spanish Tile. As with any Valentine roof the crew did a great job with all of the details when installing … Read More Bainbridge Island Composite Roof InstallEarlier this week we finished installing on this beautiful new composite roof on Bainbridge Island. The previous roof was over twenty years old and in need of replacement. Our customer chose to install a new CertainTeed Landmark roof in Weathered Wood. The new roof compliments both the house and the surrounding landscape. Chimney Removal in EverettOur small projects and repair department has been busy lately. Recently one of our repairman was asked to remove a chimney down to the roof line. Once it was removed he covered the area with new plywood, new underlayment and install new shingles to match the existing roof. The customer was happy with the results. New Roof in EdmondsThis new composition roof was completed last week in Edmonds. Our customer’s previous roof was over twenty years old and in bad shape. He chose to put on a new CertainTeed Landmark TL roof in Max Def Shenandoah. There were previous ventilation issues in the upstairs bathrooms which were addressed during install with additional roof vents. The new roof looks great … Read More Bainbridge Island Composite RoofWe finished this beautiful new composite roof yesterday afternoon on Bainbridge Island. Our customer’s previous roof was over 20 years old and had some leaks. He decided to install a new CertainTeed Landmark Premium roof in Max Def Moire Black. The photos below show some of the features of the Valentine Signature Look. Sales ConferenceLast week our sales team headed over to Wenatchee for their sales conference. The estimators were shown our brand new sales presentation that highlights our story, what makes us different, and what customers can expect should they choose us. We also went over changes to our sales manual and company install guide. They all left the conference excited to share the new presentation with potential customers. Roof Repair in SeattleWe recently got a call for a roof repair on this house in Seattle. The customer said that water was leaking into his kitchen. We had one of our repair technicians go out to inspect and sure enough the shingles on the roof above were damaged. It was determined that a 6’x4′ section of roof needed to be replaced by … Read More Woodinville Composite RoofThis beautiful home in Woodinville received a facelift last week. The previous roof was 22 year old cedar shake. The homeowner was tired of the upkeep and decided to change it to a CertainTeed Presidential TL composite roof in Autumn Blend. The new roof really compliments both the brick on the house and the surrounding greenery. Roof Maintenance in WoodinvilleWe recently launched a roof maintenance program beginning with roofs that we have installed. Some of these homes go back to the beginning of 2011 and have never had any maintenance done. Our service includes blowing off roof debris, agitating existing moss, applying a moss treatment, clean out the gutters and performing a comprehensive roof inspection. When the service is … Read More Composite Roof Replacment in KentThis new composite roof was completed last week on a home in Kent. The previous roof was 25 years old and in bad shape. Our homeowner wanted something with some more detail than her old 3-tab roof. She chose to go with CertainTeed Landmark shingles in Georgetown Gray. The end result looked wonderful and she was thrilled with the results. Reroof of home in SeattleEarlier this week we completed reroofing this brick home in Seattle. The previous roof was over 20 years old and was ready to be replaced. She chose to replace her roof with CertainTeed Landmark Pro. The homeowner decided to change from a brown colored roof to a granite grey color. Stoneway Woodinville TourFor last week’s bi-weekly sales meeting we took a tour of the new Stoneway location in Woodinville. They just moved in at the beginning of January. The new location has three times the square footage and much easier access for pickups and deliveries. Bellevue Composite RoofThis Bellevue roof install was completed yesterday afternoon. Our customer had inherited the house and did not know the condition of the original tile roof and built-in gutters. After getting several estimates he decided that it was time to replace with a composite roof. He chose Landmark TL in Black Walnut and grey PVC built-in gutters. Kenmore Roof ReplacementLast week we completed this composite roof replacement in Kenmore. Our customer previously had a shake roof that was over 20 years old. She chose to change her shake roof with a CertainTeed Landmark Premium in Heather Blend. As with all of our roofs, it featured the Valentine Signature look. This means clean and straight lines, finished detail work and colored flashings. When the … Read More Federal Way Roof ReplacementThis project in Federal Way was just completed today! It is what we refer to as a combination roof, meaning that it has both a pitched roof and a flat roof. The flat area on this roof is the front porch overhang. We installed new composition shingles on the pitched roof and PVC on the flat roof. Christmas PartyAt this year’s third annual Valentine Roofing Christmas party we all had a great time celebrating 2016! We enjoyed great Mexican food from Azteca as well as each others company. It’s not often that we all get the chance to get together outside of the office. We celebrated this year’s service project for New Beginnings Homes and the Pediatric Interim … Read More Service ProjectFor this year's service project we decided to provide assistance to women and children in need. We reached out to New Beginnings Homes in Puyallup and to the Pediatric Interim Care Center in Kent. Some of our crew members delivered the items to both locations. The items included diapers, clothing, cleaning and other household products. We look forward to providing even ... Read MoreEdgewood Roof ReplacementWe just finished reroofing this beautiful home in Edgewood. Our customer previously had a 25 year old cedar shake roof and wanted to change to an architectural composite. After meeting with our estimator and looking at all of the options the homeowners chose to go with CertainTeed Northgate in Moire Black. As you can see the end results turned our beautifully. Renton Presidential TL ReplacementWe recently completed this beautiful roof replacement in Renton. Our customer chose to upgrade the previous 3 tab roof to Presidential TL. The product color he chose was Shadow Gray. Install took 5 days from start to finish. When all was complete our customer loved the results. Arcadia Shake TrainingCertainTeed launched their new Arcadia Shake in early November. The reps from both CertainTeed and Stoneway attended our bi-weekly sales meeting to introduce this new product. Arcadia is the look of a shake roof but the performance of a composite roof. It features four layers of thickness, four cut-outs exposing more depth and an authentic shake appearance. Our estimators are really stoked … Read More Office Thanksgiving FeastThis year we had a first ever Valentine Roofing Thanksgiving feast! We enjoyed some turkey with all of the fixings and topped it off with some pumpkin cake. We also indulged in some sparkling cider along with our meal. It was a nice way to end our short work week and kick off the Thanksgiving holiday. Barn Reroof in RavensdaleNot only do we reroof houses but also take on other types of roof such as barns, chicken coups and sheds. We recently reroofed this really tall barn that our customer has been using as a garage. She chose to go with CertainTeed Landmark in Granite Gray. The roof color really complimented the colors of the barn. Monday Night FootballTwelve Valentine employees showed up to represent the 12th Man as the Seahawks took on the Buffalo Bills for Monday Night Football. Everyone had a great time and the night was capped off with a 31-25 Seahawks victory. We would like to thank Stoneway Roofing Supply for providing us with these tickets. It was a night that we will surely not forget. Composite Roof on Bainbridge IslandLast week we finished this massive re-roof on Bainbridge Island. There was originally a cedar shake roof on this house. We provided the homeowner with options to replace with new cedar shake or composite. Ultimately she chose to go with Pabco Paramount in Antique Black. Commitment to Safety Safety is very important to us, which is why Valentine Roofing employs a safety manager. Jobsite safety inspections are just part of our comprehensive safety program and are performed regularly. During these inspections ladders, ropes and roof anchors are all checked thoroughly. These are just some of the examples of the safety assurances that we provide for both our … Read More Historic Seattle Home in Ballard We love working on historic Seattle homes and understand that preserving the classic look of these homes is very important to our customers. We created these custom cedar gutter edges to give a curved swooping look (also called Asian detail). Instead of the standard metal flashings, our customer chose solid copper flashings. These custom details along with a British … Read More Online Brochure[pdf-embedder url=”https://valentineroof.staging.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Valentine_Roofing_Sales_Book-compress.pdf”] 5 Secrets to the Perfect RoofSecret #1: Roof Deck A roof deck is the solid wood surface that your roof is built on. For the most durable installation you will need a firm, moisture resistant and level surface. Existing moss is agitated with a wire brush which will physically remove over 80% of the existing moss. Then we will blow off the moss and roof … Read More 5 Tips to Hiring the Right Roofing Company“Apples to Apples” Everyone wants to “compare apples to apples” but it’s difficult to compare service-based businesses that way. Simply comparing spec sheets and prices won’t tell the whole story. Zoom out and look at the entirety of the industry and customer reputation, workmanship warranty, credit standing and transparency of each contractor. Then factor in price and spec sheet as … Read More Shake to Composite Going from Cedar to Composite is a project we get quite often. However we also get a large number of people that call in who currently have Cedar Shake and are not sure rather to go to a composite or stay with Cedar. Above you will see a transition from Cedar Shake to Composite. Western Roofing Magazine In the March/April edition of the Western Roofing Magazine Valentine Roofing is Featured on the front page. Continuing to get Educated!3 more of the Valentine Roofing family have completed the CertainTeed Master Shingle test and are now Master Shingle Applicators. Angie’s List We were proud to accept not 1 but 2 awards from Angie’s List this year. For the 6th year running we earned the “Super Service Award” for roofing. For the 1st year we earned the “Super Service Award” for Gutter Repair and Replacement. Thank you to our wonderful customers for the reviews. Safety First!When having a roof installed by Valentine Roofing it is likely that you will see the “Safety Team” on your site. The team ensures that all crew members are tied off and following safety guidelines to safely installing your new roof . Process of Getting a New RoofMaking a decision to have a new roof put on your home isn’t easy. Seeing these during pictures of this home is a great way to visualize the process. This is a home reroofed by Valentine in Bothell. You can see the steps that were taken to get to the beautiful final product. You can also see the extensive steps … Read More Roof Loading in Puyallup Have you ever wondered how we safely and efficiently supply roofing materials to the jobsite? One of our material suppliers arrives on-site with a boom truck to load the material directly on the roof. As you can see from the pictures the boom can reach from the truck parked at the street to the house. While the materials are … Read More Quality Control Manager Meet our Quality Control Manager: Chuck. During your new roof install you will more than likely see him around your jobsite. At Valentine Roofing Chuck is responsible for our “Zero tolerance for leaks” policy- this means that no Valentine Roof should ever leak during or post installation. Chuck also is responsible for helping our crews deliver the “Valentine Experience” … Read More Crystallite Skylight TrainingWorking in an industry that is ever growing, expanding and changing it is pertinent to continue to learn, grow and change with it. We recently invited Leslie from Crystallite Skylights to perform an in-house training on their skylight products to insure that we are well informed on options, installation, and pricing. This way we can give the latest and most … Read More Mercer Island Composite RoofWe are in the process of installing a new composite roof on this home on Mercer Island. As you can see from the picture there is a rather steep pitch to this roof. Our crew members are taking extra safety precautions by using toe boards in addition to their safety harnesses. Valentine Roofing takes great precautions to ensure the safety … Read More Renton Composite RoofRecently we installed a new composite roof on this home on Lake McDonald in Renton. Our homeowner chose CertainTeed Northgate shingles in Weathered Wood. Due to the steep pitch of this roof our crew used toe boards for added safety. Our homeowner was thrilled with the results of this four day roofing project. PVC Flat Roofing This low-slope home located in SeaTac just transitioned from a torch down roof to a PVC roof. We prefer to use PVC roofing because we believe it is the best flat roof material. This product is engineered to be supple, strong and reflect UV rays which can break down torch down and hot tar flat roofs. PVC flat roofs … Read More Low Slope Roof Training We recently held a mandatory, in-house training session for all of our roofers. Weatherbond Roofing Systems, who is a major manufacturer of TPO and PVC low slope roofing, was present to add insight. Weatherbond is Valentine Roofing’s product manufacturer of choice for low slope roofing products. We like our training sessions to be hands on so we set up … Read More Gig Harbor Shake Roof This home in Gig Harbor recently received a beautiful new cedar shake roof. Per customer request, we provided estimates for both cedar shake and composite roofing. Our customer ultimately chose to go with 7/8” Signature Series. This is the highest grade of cedar shake roof, perfect for a Gig Harbor home close to the water. Installation took a total … Read More Bellevue Roof Project: Completed Above is the completed cedar shake roof that we recently installed in Bellevue. This project took a total of 6 days to complete. Our customer loved the final results of his new ¾” Hand-Split Cedar Shake roof. They were so thrilled that they provided an A rating and a positive review for us on Angie’s List. Yet another happy … Read More Bellevue Roof Project: In Progress We are in the beginning stages of installing a new cedar roof on this home in Bellevue. Our customer chose to go with ¾” Hand-Split Cedar Shake. As you can see from the pictures the previous cedar shake roof has been removed and we are installing the shake felt underlayment to seal in the home. As soon as the … Read More Roofing Crew Training in Seattle Recently we had a crew meeting at our office. Every meeting our production managers go over safety guidelines with our crews. They also discuss products and installation requirements. We regularly meet with our crews to ensure that they meet our Valentine standards. Roof RepairsFor a while now we’ve been getting calls for roofing repairs and have had to simply say “Sorry, we don’t offer that.” But that has changed! For those homeowners that don’t need a full roof replacement, but only small repairs, we’ve got you covered. From leak repairs to small projects such as garage or gazebo roofs, we do it all. … Read More Bainbridge Island Roofing Project Last week one of our crews installed a beautiful new cedar roof on Bainbridge Island. Our customer chose to go with 18″ CAA cedar shingles. As you can see, the steep pitch was a real challenge but our team performed brilliantly and with a smile. This roof was a true testament to our crew’s craftsmanship. Valentine Roofing Staff Christmas Party On Monday, December 22nd we had our first ever company Christmas party. Everyone from our roofers, sales team and office staff were in attendance. We all had a great time visiting with each other and enjoying some great food from Famous Dave’s. Thank you to all of our customers, vendors and employees for making 2014 such a success! CPR/First Aid TrainingWe recently had Marlo Holloway from An Ounce of Prevention (www.acprclass.com) come and provide first aid and CPR training for our crew leaders. They went over how to treat medical and injury emergencies, adult CPR, as well as relief from chocking. This is just another example of our commitment to continuing education and the safety for our employees. We’ve Moved! We simply outgrew our old office space and have found a new home just down the road. Luckily we were able to get moved in just in time for Christmas. We invite you to stop by and see our beautiful new offices any time you are in the area. Our new address is 910 Industry Drive, Tukwila, WA 98188. … Read More Safeguard 30 Hybrid UnderlaymentWe recently switched the underlayment we use for our composition roof installations. This may not sound like a big deal but it was for us. We are very careful about every little detail on our roofing projects and don’t make changes on a whim. We had been installing 30 Lb. ASTM rated felt paper for years and years. So why … Read More Flat Roof in RentonAbove is a picture from a house in Renton that we just finished installing white colored TPO. We offer both TPO and PVC for low slope and/or flat roof homes. This is an alternative to traditional torch down, hot tar, or EPDM roofing. Both TPO and PVC are low cost, durable and have a 15 – 20 year life span. … Read More Composite Roof in Sammamish Above is the before picture from a home we just finished in Sammamish. The home made a dramatic change from cedar shake to composite. Below are two after pictures of the house. This roof was over 7000 sq. ft. and therefore took 9 days to complete. They chose to go with the CertainTeed brand of architectural composite known as … Read More Continuing TrainingFor our bi-weekly sales and production meeting, we recently reviewed the topic of gutters. The focus of this meeting was on how to deliver the best gutter solutions to our customers. We are especially excited about two new products we offer, a gutter cover and a gutter downspout cleanout. These products prevent new gutter systems from clogging at the roof … Read More Master Shingle ApplicatorsAt Valentine we strive to be the very best in our industry by making sure all of our staff has the most up-to-date training on the products we install. We are proud to announce that we have two new CertainTeed “Master Shingle Applicators”. Congratulations Heriberto and Joe! Premium Tapersawn Shake Home View adminHere are some pictures of a cedar shake roof we are finishing up installing in Bellevue. This homeowner chose the 5/8″ Premium Tapersawn shake. These are Western Red Cedar Shakes by Imperial. Tapersawn shakes are sawn on both sides and have a relatively smooth surface. They appear thicker than a typical shingle which gives them a thicker shadowline. The Tapersawn … Read More CDX vs OSB sheetingWhen choosing a new roof, don’t forget to consider what surface the roof will nailed onto. I recommend that all roofdecks, especially in moist climates like Seattle, are CDX plywood and not OSB. What’s a roofdeck? The roof deck is the surface underneath your roof and roofing underlayment. It is usually made of 4′ by 8′ sheets that should be … Read More Cedar Shingle Roof Seattle We are working on a beautiful cedar shingle roof in the Madison Park area of Seattle. Cedar shingles are not to be confused with cedar shakes. Shingles are 18” high and are much thinner than shakes. Shakes are 24” high. Cedar shingles are installed at a 5.5” exposure while shakes are installed at a 10”exposure. The “exposure” as we … Read More Making Your New Roof Last: Metal FlashingWhen replacing your roof it is very important to replace all metal flashings. Many roofing companies in Seattle will replace your roof shingles but leave the old metal flashings behind. This causes two problems: First, the roof is leak prone in the areas with old roof flashings. You may have a new roof, but your metal flashings are old. Second, … Read More Redmond Home on Gunshy Ridge This cedar shake monster is one of the biggest roofing projects in recent memory. Located on Redmond’s Gunshy Ridge off Union Hill Rd, this was an intriguing challenge. As you can see there are many angles and “cuts” to be made. A lot of unique architecture made for some highly detailed work. Our customer is very excited about his … Read More Making Your New Roof Last: Valley MetalIf you want your new roof to last a long time without leaks, make sure valley metal is installed as part of your roof system. We see a lot of Seattle homes with leaky roofs because of this problem alone. The valley area of a roof is a very leak-prone if not installed correctly. Many roofing contractors try saving a … Read More Cedar Shake Roofing in MukilteoNothing beats the classic look of cedar shake roofing. On many Mukilteo neighborhoods we are installing cedar shake roofs one after the other. Why? There are a couple of reasons: First off, some neighborhood HOA’s mandate cedar shake as the only acceptable roof. Secondly, many Mukilteo homes were built with cedar shake. The overall Northwest look works great with the … Read More Making Your New Roof Last: Gutter Edge MetalThere are many components to installing a new roof that will last and won’t cause you problems down the road. One key component is installing gutter edge metal. By the way, this is also known as gutter edge flashing. A roof is supposed to get water off of your house and into the gutters without anything getting wet. If your … Read More Rubber Roofing in Issaquah HighlandsA lot of Seattle area homeowners are looking for roofing options outside of cedar shake and composite. Rubber Roofing is a good alternative. It has a unique and very high-end look that can really set your home apart from the neighbors. Valentine Roofing installed a recycled rubber roof on a beautiful home on the Issaquah Highlands. Below are some photos … Read More TPO Flat Roof in RentonWe are replacing a lot of torch down flat roofs with TPO. TPO is usually white or grey and is a much better roof than torch down. It is installed to the roof deck with screws and plates and then the overlapping seams are heat welded. The result is a clean, seamless and long-lasting flat roof. TPO is installed on both residential and … Read More
