Founded in 1937 and headquartered on Hartley Avenue in Coquitlam, Penfolds is one of the longest-running roofing companies in British Columbia. The company handles roof removal, new installation, repair and maintenance plus solar across both residential and commercial properties, and manages projects with its own specialized crews rather than subcontractors. Penfolds is BBB accredited with an A+ rating and is COR safety certified through WorkSafeBC.
Serving the Lower Mainland since 1978, Coquitlam-based Whonnock Roofing is an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor and staffs ticketed journeyman roofers. The company covers asphalt shingles, metal, torch-on and flat systems, plus gutters and commercial and industrial work, and addresses local concerns such as ice damming and storm damage. Whonnock is WorkSafe BC registered, BBB accredited and carries $5M liability insurance.
Family-owned and Coquitlam-based, Olympic Roofing specializes in strata, multi-family, commercial, institutional and detached-home roofing. The team installs asphalt shingles, torch-on and SBS membrane, single-ply, concrete tile and cedar, and is led by a qualified journeyman roofer. Olympic is a member of the Roofing Contractors Association of BC (RCABC), holds a WorkSafeBC Certificate of Recognition, and is BBB accredited with an A+ rating.
Service AreaCoquitlam, Port Coquitlam & Lower Mainland
Based in Port Coquitlam and roofing since 1999, Best Quality Roofing serves homeowners and businesses across the Tri-Cities, Lower Mainland, Sea-to-Sky and Okanagan. Services span repairs, re-roofing, restoration and maintenance using torch-on, flat-membrane (TPO, EPDM, PVC), metal, shingle and cedar systems, with 24/7 emergency response. The company has been BBB accredited with an A+ rating since 2004.
Service AreaCoquitlam, Port Coquitlam & Greater Vancouver
Operating across the Lower Mainland since 1998, Absolute Roof Solutions handles residential leak repairs, replacements, skylights, chimneys, moss removal and gutters alongside commercial metal, torch-on, single-ply and strata work, with 24/7 emergency repairs. The company is a CertainTeed-listed contractor and is WorkSafe BC certified. It is BBB accredited with an A+ rating and maintains a dedicated Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam service area.
In the trade since 2008, Coast Mountain Roofing serves Coquitlam and the wider Greater Vancouver region with roof repair, replacement and new installation, plus metal cladding and fiber-cement siding. The company carries an unusually broad set of manufacturer credentials including GAF, IKO, CertainTeed, Soprema, Siplast, Malarkey and Carlisle, covering both residential and commercial roofing systems.
Operating since 2000, Paragon Roofing BC serves Coquitlam and Greater Vancouver across single-family, multifamily/strata and commercial properties. The company installs and repairs a wide material range including asphalt shingles, metal, cedar, TPO, EPDM, PVC and synthetic/composite systems, and also provides inspections, skylights, chimneys, gutters, soffits and ventilation work.
A family-owned and operated company in business since 2016, Marks Roofing serves Coquitlam and the wider Greater Vancouver area. The team installs, replaces, repairs and maintains asphalt shingle, metal, cedar and flat roofs and also offers skylights, eavestroughs, soffit, fascia, ventilation and snow guards. Marks is a GAF certified contractor and IKO Shield Pro certified, and is BBB accredited with an A+ rating.
Coquitlam-based Resilience Roofing focuses on low-slope and membrane systems, including TPO, EPDM and torch-on, alongside metal and shingle roofing, siding, soffit, gutters and skylights. The company serves Vancouver, Burnaby and the Tri-Cities. Despite being a newer firm, Resilience is BBB accredited with an A+ rating as of January 2025.
Headquartered in Coquitlam, Tymey Roofing focuses on residential roof replacement and repair, gutters, skylights, moss removal, attic ventilation and chimney work, with more than 20 years of stated industry experience. The company works with IKO and Malarkey roofing systems and describes itself as fully insured and bonded. Its BBB file shows an A+ rating, though it is not BBB accredited.
British Columbia has no standalone provincial roofing trade licence, so WorkSafeBC (WCB) coverage is the single most important credential to verify in Coquitlam. Roofing is high-risk fall work, and if a contractor's crew is not registered, you as the homeowner can be exposed to liability for an on-site injury. Ask for the contractor's WorkSafeBC clearance letter before any work begins.
Check the Coquitlam Business Licence
The City of Coquitlam Business Licence Bylaw requires anyone carrying on a trade or business within the city to hold a valid municipal business licence. A legitimate Coquitlam roofer should be able to show a current City of Coquitlam (or Tri-Cities) business licence. This is separate from incorporation and is your first signal that the company operates above-board locally.
Verify Permits for Structural Work
In Coquitlam, simply re-shingling or replacing roofing material over an unchanged structure generally does not require a building permit, but any work that alters the roof framing, shape or structure does. A reputable contractor will know when a City of Coquitlam building permit is required and will pull it. If unsure, the City's Building Permits Division (604-927-3441) can confirm.
Prioritize Local Climate Experience
Coquitlam's wet coastal climate, heavy autumn-to-spring rainfall and occasional snow loads at higher elevations like Burke Mountain demand roofers who understand proper underlayment, ventilation, ice-and-water shield at eaves and moss management. Choose a contractor with a documented track record on Tri-Cities homes rather than a general crew unfamiliar with our rain and freeze-thaw cycles.
Look for Manufacturer Certifications
Manufacturer credentials such as Owens Corning Platinum Preferred, GAF, IKO Shield Pro, CertainTeed or Malarkey indicate factory-trained installers and unlock extended system warranties that an uncertified roofer cannot offer. RCABC (Roofing Contractors Association of BC) membership and its RoofStar Guarantee are also strong local signals, especially for flat and commercial roofs.
Get Written Quotes and Warranty Terms
Collect at least three written, itemized quotes that specify materials, ventilation, tear-off versus overlay, cleanup and both workmanship and manufacturer warranty terms. In the Coquitlam market, be cautious of bids far below the local range, as they often signal an overlay over old shingles, missing permits or no WorkSafeBC coverage. A clear, detailed contract protects you on a major investment.
Frequently Asked Questions
For a typical Coquitlam home, asphalt shingle replacement generally runs about $8,000 to $25,000, with most full re-roofs landing in the mid-teens depending on roof size, pitch and complexity. Installed asphalt shingle pricing in Metro Vancouver is roughly $7.50 to $10 per square foot in 2026, and Lower Mainland labour can run 15-20% higher than elsewhere in BC. Metal and flat/membrane roofs cost more, while small repairs are far less. Always get itemized local quotes.
Architectural (laminate) asphalt shingles are the most common and cost-effective choice for Coquitlam's wet coastal climate and handle the heavy rainfall well when paired with proper ventilation and underlayment. Standing-seam metal is increasingly popular for longevity and snow-shedding at higher elevations like Burke Mountain. For flat and low-slope roofs, torch-on (SBS), TPO and EPDM membranes are the local standard. Moss-resistant detailing matters everywhere here.
BC has no provincial roofing-specific trade licence, but contractors must carry WorkSafeBC (WCB) coverage and hold a City of Coquitlam business licence to operate. For the work itself, simply replacing shingles or membrane over an unchanged structure usually does not need a building permit in Coquitlam, but a permit is required if the project alters the roof framing or structure. Confirm with the City's Building Permits Division when in doubt.
In Coquitlam's damp, moss-prone climate, architectural asphalt shingles typically last about 20 to 30 years, though constant moisture and shade can shorten that without regular moss control and good attic ventilation. Metal roofs commonly last 40 to 50 years or more, and flat membrane systems roughly 20 to 30 years depending on the product. Annual gutter cleaning, moss treatment and inspections after big windstorms meaningfully extend roof life here.
Look for proven local longevity in the Tri-Cities, valid WorkSafeBC coverage and a Coquitlam business licence, adequate liability insurance, and manufacturer certifications (Owens Corning, GAF, IKO, CertainTeed) or RCABC membership. Ask for written itemized quotes, warranty terms covering both workmanship and materials, and recent local references. Verify BBB standing on bbb.org, since BBB maintains Canadian profiles for many Coquitlam roofers.
Coquitlam sees heavy rainfall from autumn through spring plus periodic snow and freeze-thaw at higher elevations, which drives moss growth, clogged gutters, ice damming at eaves and wind-lifted shingles. Plan to clear gutters at least twice a year, treat moss before it lifts shingles, and book a professional inspection after major windstorms. Proper attic ventilation and ice-and-water shield at the eaves are key defenses in our wet, shaded conditions.
Roofing in Coquitlam
Coquitlam's roofs face one of Canada's wettest urban climates, with the Tri-Cities receiving heavy rainfall from autumn through spring as Pacific systems funnel against the North Shore and Coast Mountains. Persistent moisture and shade make moss and algae growth a leading cause of premature roof failure here, lifting and degrading shingles over time. While the valley floor sees less snow than the BC Interior, higher-elevation neighbourhoods such as Burke Mountain experience meaningful snow loads, ice damming at the eaves and freeze-thaw cycling that punish poorly detailed roofs. Wind-driven rain and occasional winter storms add to the demands on flashing, underlayment and ventilation.
Reflecting that climate, asphalt shingles, especially architectural (laminate) products, dominate residential roofing across Coquitlam for their balance of cost, rain performance and curb appeal. Standing-seam and metal roofing is growing in popularity for its longevity and ability to shed snow at higher elevations, and cedar remains a heritage option on some older homes. On flat and low-slope roofs, which are common on commercial buildings, strata complexes and modern residential additions, torch-on (SBS) membranes, TPO and EPDM single-ply systems are the local standard. Proper attic ventilation, ice-and-water shield at the eaves and quality underlayment are essential in every system given the wet conditions.
British Columbia does not issue a standalone provincial roofing trade licence the way some provinces regulate specific trades, but that does not mean roofing is unregulated. Every roofing contractor working in Coquitlam must carry WorkSafeBC (WCB) coverage to protect crews performing high-risk fall work, and must hold a valid City of Coquitlam business licence under the city's Business Licence Bylaw to operate within municipal boundaries. For the work itself, the City of Coquitlam generally does not require a building permit to simply re-shingle or replace roofing material over an unchanged structure, but a building permit is required when a project alters the roof's framing, shape or structure. Homeowners can confirm requirements with the City's Building Permits Division, and all work must still meet the BC Building Code.
Because there is no provincial roofing licence to lean on, the experience and credentials of the individual contractor matter even more in Coquitlam than in more tightly regulated jurisdictions. An established local roofer understands how to detail a roof against persistent coastal rain, when ice-and-water protection and enhanced ventilation are needed, and how moss management protects your investment in our shaded, damp setting. Choosing a contractor with deep Tri-Cities longevity, verifiable WorkSafeBC coverage, manufacturer certifications or RCABC membership, and a confirmable BBB record gives you the strongest protection on what is typically a five-figure investment in your home.
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