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Fast, Reliable Roof Replacement Across Fontana
Roof replacement in Fontana typically runs $9,800 – $18,500 for a standard single-family asphalt shingle tear-off and re-roof, with architectural shingles on the higher end. Most Fontana jobs take 2 – 4 days once materials are on site. If you’re in 92335, 92337, 92331, or 92334, call (866) 942-4187 for a free estimate. We know Fontana’s housing stock, and we know exactly what’s under those old roofs before we write the contract.
Fontana isn’t like other Inland Empire cities. Drive through the older south-side neighborhoods and you’ll see the same 1950s – 70s tract homes built for Kaiser Steel mill workers, still standing under roofs that have baked through 60-plus Fontana summers and held up against decades of Santa Ana winds. That’s our specialty: Roof Replacement done right the first time, with the tear-off properly scoped before we ever set a ladder. Kurt Hensley built Orange County Roofing Co around a simple idea: explain what’s actually under the roof, give the homeowner a real choice of brands, and put everything in writing before work starts. Call (866) 942-4187 to schedule yours.
Why Orange County Roofing Co Is Fontana’s Preferred Roof Replacement Company
We’ve replaced roofs from the older 92335 neighborhoods south of Merrill Avenue up to the newer subdivisions near North Fontana. That range matters. A 1958 tract home near Arrow and Sierra has different decking, different framing, and different failure points than a 2003 stucco home in a north-end development. Local knowledge changes how we scope the job, and it stops change orders before they start.
Fontana homeowners tell us the same thing: they want a roofer who will show up, tell them what’s wrong, and give them an honest number. That’s why we carry seven major brands: GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, IKO, Atlas, Tamko, and Boral. Not because we’re loyal to any one manufacturer, but because your roof doesn’t need the brand with the highest margin; it needs the brand that fits your budget, your home’s architecture, and the warranty tier you want. We install all seven, so Fontana homeowners get a straight comparison, not a sales pitch.
Roof inspections are a standalone service with us. No replacement required to schedule one. If you’re selling a home near Kaiser High School, buying a fixer off of Foothill Boulevard, or just wondering what that windstorm did to your ridge line, call (866) 942-4187 and we’ll tell you exactly what your roof needs. Nothing more.
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Reroofing in Fontana
Reroofing in Fontana usually means one of two things: a second layer of shingles over an existing roof in good structural shape, or a full tear-off down to the decking when the underlayment has failed. Most Fontana homes built before 1980 need the full tear-off. The original felt or cellulose underlayment on a 1962 roof in 92335 is likely sun-baked and brittle. Laying new shingles over it would be a mistake. A reroof with architectural shingles on a 1,400-square-foot Fontana ranch typically runs $8,400 – $12,600. A full tear-off with decking repair adds $1,800 – $3,400 depending on what we find.
When Your Fontana Roof Needs a Reroof, Not a Patch
You’ll know it’s time when you see granules in the gutters after a rain, curling shingle edges along the south-facing slope, or water staining on the ceiling after a Santa Ana event. A patch job might buy you a season. On a 50-year-old Fontana roof, it usually buys you a leak somewhere else.
What We Check Before Writing the Reroof Contract
We walk the roof, check attic ventilation, and look at what’s under the eave in the garage. If we suspect skip sheathing or spaced boards, we write the decking upgrade as a line-item allowance in the contract. You approve the number before we open the roof, not after.
Flat Roof Replacement in Fontana
Flat Roof Replacement in Fontana runs $11 – $18 per square foot installed, depending on the system. Most Fontana homes with flat sections, porches, carports, or mid-century additions need either a modified bitumen or a TPO membrane. On a 500-square-foot flat roof, expect $5,500 – $9,000. Flat roofs fail differently in Fontana than in coastal cities: sun exposure here is brutal, and a poorly flashed parapet or a pooled water area after winter rain will delaminate membrane seams fast.
Mid-Century Flat Roofs in South Fontana
Older Fontana homes, especially 1950s – 60s builds in 92335, often have flat roof sections over patios or carports with original tar-and-gravel or hot-mop systems. These are past their useful life. When we tear one off, we check the existing joist spacing and insulation before choosing the replacement system.
Choosing Between Modified Bitumen and TPO
For a Fontana flat roof, TPO holds up better under the Inland Empire sun and reflects heat, which helps with cooling costs. Modified bitumen costs less upfront and handles foot traffic well. We’ll show you the per-square pricing on both, including the membrane manufacturer’s warranty terms, and let you decide.
Trusted Brands We Service in Fontana
Fontana homeowners don’t all want the same shingle. Some want the Owens Corning Duration line for its wind rating. Others like IKO’s architectural profiles for a heavier look on a ranch. A few prefer Atlas because of the color range, or Tamko because of the price point. We stock samples and can get materials to Fontana fast from our Southern California suppliers. Since we install products from seven manufacturers and aren’t tied to one brand’s incentive program, our recommendation is based on your roof, not our commission. That includes options like CertainTeed in Fontana. That’s the whole point: the right material for your Fontana home, backed by the manufacturer’s own warranty.
Common Roof Replacement Problems We See in Fontana Homes
- Sun-baked underlayment that cracks and stops shedding water. Fontana sees 100°F days every summer. Original 1950s – 70s felt underlayment under a 60-year-old shingle roof turns brittle and splits. Once it splits, water gets to the decking.
- Santa Ana wind-lifted shingles along ridges and valleys. Wind events coming through the Cajon Pass hit Fontana harder than cities further south. We regularly find failed flashing at ridges that looks fine from the ground.
- Skip sheathing and spaced board decking in south Fontana. A 1958 tract home near Arrow and Sierra had original spaced decking, no solid plywood anywhere. It changes the whole scope of a tear-off, and if your roofer doesn’t catch it before writing the contract, it changes the price later.
- Permit-triggered code upgrades surface once the roof is open. Fontana building code requires drip edge and ice and water shield in valleys on permit jobs. On older homes that never had them, that’s a required upgrade, not a suggestion.
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Here’s what we’re seeing in Fontana right now. A 1,200 – 1,500 sq ft tear-off with standard architectural shingles runs $9,200 – $13,800. A larger 2,000+ sq ft home runs $14,500 – $18,500. Flat roof sections add $11 – $18 per square foot. Skip sheathing replacement adds $2 – $4 per square foot of affected decking. If your roof needs new drip edge, ice and water shield, or venting upgrades to meet Fontana code, we write those as line items in the estimate. You see every number before work starts. Call (866) 942-4187 for a free, written estimate. No guesswork, no vague ranges.
We Also Serve Cities Near Fontana
Orange County Roofing Co serves homeowners across the Inland Empire, including Roof Replacement in Fontana and nearby communities like Bloomington, Rialto, Glen Avon, and Pedley. If you’re in one of those cities and need a roof replacement estimate, the same Fontana pricing structure applies. Call (866) 942-4187 and mention your city when you schedule.
Key Takeaways for Fontana Homeowners
- Roof replacement in Fontana runs $9,800 – $18,500 for standard homes.
- South Fontana homes from 1950s – 70s often hide skip sheathing under old shingles.
- Permit-triggered code upgrades, like drip edge and ice and water shield, are common on older Fontana homes.
- We carry seven major brands so you choose the roof that fits your home and budget, not ours.
- Inspection is a standalone service. No replacement required.
Serving Fontana, CA — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fontana area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Roof Replacement in Fontana
Skip sheathing is a decking style using spaced boards rather than solid plywood, common on Fontana homes built in the 1950s – 60s, especially in 92335. It matters because you cannot install modern asphalt shingles directly over spaced boards. The roof needs a solid decking upgrade before new underlayment and shingles go on. That’s an extra cost your roofer should disclose before the tear-off, not after. Call (866) 942-4187 and we’ll check for skip sheathing during the free estimate.
Yes. Fontana requires a permit for a full roof replacement. Once the permit is pulled, current code applies. On older homes, that means adding drip edge at the eaves, ice and water shield in the valleys, and possibly updated attic ventilation. A roofer who skips the permit to save you money is leaving you with a liability if you ever sell the house. We pull the permit, pass the inspection, and include code-required items in your written estimate.
Fontana sits closer to the Cajon Pass than Bloomington or Rialto, so wind gusts hit harder. Shingles get lifted along ridges and valleys, flashing gets bent, and wind-driven rain finds every gap. We install starter strips and use high-wind nailing patterns as standard on Fontana jobs. If your current roof failed after a wind event, call (866) 942-4187 for a free inspection.
Expect deteriorated underlayment. Expect original skip sheathing or spaced boards if you’re in south Fontana. Expect some decking boards to be water-damaged at the eaves. And expect a code inspector to look for drip edge and valley membrane. We write allowances for decking repair into every Fontana contract for homes of this era, so you know the number before the shingles come off.
Yes, and you should. A “square” is 100 square feet of roof surface. A 1,500 sq ft Fontana home might be 15 – 18 squares depending on pitch and overhangs. Quotes should show a per-square price for tear-off, decking, underlayment, shingles, flashing, and venting. Ours do. If a quote doesn’t break out per-square pricing, you can’t compare it. Call (866) 942-4187 and we’ll walk you through the numbers line by line.
Call (866) 942-4187 to schedule your free Fontana roof replacement estimate. We’ll inspect the roof, explain what’s under it, show you brand options, and hand you a written, line-item quote before you decide anything.
Written by Kurt Hensley, Owner at Orange County Roofing Co, serving Fontana and the Inland Empire.