Metal Roof Installation Kent, WA 98032

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Kent is a city of two rooflines: the valley floor packed with warehouses and 1970s ramblers, and the hillside neighborhoods like East Hill and Scenic Hill where the wind hits harder and the trees hang lower. If you live off Kent-Kangley Road or near the Green River, you already know that a roof here takes a beating from rain, moss, and the occasional fallen Douglas fir.

Homeowners in Kent (98032) call Seattle Metal Roofing because we have been climbing around Puget Sound roofs since 2009, and we know the difference between a valley retrofit over old shingles and a steep-pitch standing seam job up on the hill. We are a Metal Roofing Alliance member, fully insured, and we show up when we say we will.

Metal Roofing in Kent (98032)

Kent sits in the Green River Valley, which means a lot of our work is on flat or low-slope commercial buildings and on mid-century ramblers with wide eaves and shallow pitches. Down here, the ground stays wet longer, gutters clog with moss and fir needles, and we see plenty of failed fasteners and rusted screw heads on older metal roofs. Up on East Hill and Scenic Hill, the lots are steeper, the wind comes through the valley gaps, and we regularly replace panels that lifted in a Pacific windstorm. Many of the homes near Kent Station and along James Street are older craftsman-style houses where a metal roof over shingles retrofit makes sense, while the newer infill townhomes near the river often go straight to standing seam. We handle both, plus commercial and agricultural metal roofing for the warehouse corridors along Pacific Highway South and South 277th Street.

Our team has been serving Kent and the greater Seattle area since 2009, and we are fully insured with general liability and workers' compensation. We pull permits through the City of Kent and coordinate with your HOA if your subdivision has design review.

Our services in Kent

Metal Roof Installation in Kent · Complete metal roof installation for homes across Seattle and Puget Sound…
Standing Seam Metal Roofing in Kent · Concealed-fastener standing seam systems…
Metal Roof Replacement in Kent · Full tear-off and replacement of mossy shingle…
Metal Roof Over Shingles (Retrofit) in Kent · A new metal roof installed directly over your existing asphalt shingles…
Metal Roof Repair in Kent · Repair of damaged; loose or storm-hit metal roofing…
Metal Roof Leak Repair in Kent · Priority leak response for metal roofs…
Screw Replacement & Re-Fastening in Kent · Constant moisture dries out and cracks washers on 15-30 year old…
Corrugated & Ribbed Panel Roofing in Kent · Exposed-fastener metal roofing (corrugated; R-panel and 5V)…
Metal Shingle Roofing in Kent · Metal shingles that deliver the look of architectural shingles…
Stone-Coated Steel Roofing in Kent · Stone-coated steel systems combining steel strength with a textured traditional…
Copper & Specialty Metal Roofing in Kent · Copper; zinc and aluminum roofing for bay windows; porches…
Metal Roof Coating & Painting in Kent · Restoration of faded; chalking or surface-rusted metal roofs…
Flashing, Chimney & Skylight Repair in Kent · Repair and custom fabrication of flashing around chimneys; skylights…
Snow Guards & Ice Protection in Kent · Snow guards and rail systems for metal roofs…
Storm & Wind Damage Repair in Kent · Repair of wind; storm and fallen-tree damage to metal roofing…
Metal Roof Inspection in Kent · Complete metal roof inspections for homeowners…
Gutters for Metal Roofs in Kent · Seamless gutter systems sized and mounted correctly for metal roofing…
Commercial & Agricultural Metal Roofing in Kent · Metal roofing for warehouses; workshops…

How a Job Works in Kent

Step 1: you call (425) 648-6332 or fill out our form, and we schedule a free on-site assessment. We look at your current roof, your attic ventilation, your flashing, and your gutters, and we tell you straight whether a repair, a retrofit, or a full replacement makes sense for your property in Kent.

Step 2: once you approve the estimate, we pull the roofing permit from the City of Kent (rules vary by project, so we verify with the local building department before we start) and schedule your crew. On tight lots in East Hill or Scenic Hill, we plan material drops carefully so we do not block your neighbor's driveway. If you are in an HOA, we submit the panel profile and color for approval before ordering. Most residential re-roofs take a few days to a week depending on weather and access.

Step 3: we clean up every day, magnet-sweep for nails, and do a final walkthrough with you. We do not leave until you have seen the finished roof, the flashing details, and the cleanup. Your property is left clean and your gutters are clear.

Pricing in Kent depends on the size of your roof, the pitch, the condition of the decking, and how easy it is to get materials to the site. As a ballpark, metal roof installation starts at $8 per square foot, standing seam starts at $10 per square foot, and a metal roof over shingles retrofit starts at $7 per square foot. Repairs and leak repairs start at $450, screw replacement and re-fastening starts at $750, and flashing or chimney repair starts at $600. Commercial and agricultural metal roofing is quoted per project after a free estimate. The biggest cost factors are square footage, whether we are tearing off old layers, access on steep or tight lots, and urgency after a storm. Call (425) 648-6332 for a free estimate and we will give you a real number for your Kent property.

✅ Metal Roofing Alliance Member, licensed and insured for work in Kent and nearby areas.

My East Hill house has a steep pitch and tall firs dropping needles on the roof. Is standing seam a good fit for that kind of lot?

Yes, standing seam is a strong choice on East Hill because the panels shed needles and moss better than shingles, and the concealed fasteners hold up to wind better on exposed slopes. We do recommend gutter guards and a yearly blow-off because the firs will still load your gutters. We will check your decking and flashing during the free estimate and tell you if a retrofit over shingles makes more sense for your budget.

A windstorm just peeled back a section of my metal roof near the Green River. How fast can you get out?

We treat storm and wind damage as a priority, especially when panels are lifted or a leak is active. Call (425) 648-6332 and we will schedule a free inspection as soon as possible, often within a day or two depending on how many calls are coming in after the same storm. We can tarp or secure the area temporarily and then give you a written repair estimate.

What does a typical metal roof replacement cost for a 1,500 square foot rambler in Kent?

For a simple 1,500 square foot rambler with a moderate pitch, a metal roof replacement often lands in the range of $9 to $14 per square foot installed, so roughly $13,500 to $21,000 depending on panel type, tear-off, and decking condition. A retrofit over existing shingles can bring that down. We give you a line-by-line estimate after we see the roof, and we do not add surprise charges.

Do I need a permit from the City of Kent to replace my roof, and how do I check the rules?

Roofing permits are commonly required for a full replacement or re-roof in Kent, and the thresholds and inspection requirements can vary. We pull the permit for you and verify the current rules with the local building department before work starts. You can also check the City of Kent website for general information, but we always confirm the specifics for your address.

My HOA in a Kent subdivision requires approval before any roof color change. Can you help with that?

Yes. We regularly work with HOAs in Kent and will provide the panel profile, color samples, and manufacturer specs your board needs for design review. We do not order materials until you have written approval. If there is a property line question about where the roof drains or where gutters discharge, we follow Kent setback rules and talk with your neighbor before we make changes.

Are you fully insured for work at my Kent home or commercial building?

Yes, we are fully insured with general liability and workers' compensation coverage. We can provide a certificate of insurance for your records before we start, whether it is a residential re-roof in Scenic Hill or a commercial metal roof near Pacific Highway South.

What maintenance does a metal roof need in Kent's wet winters?

The main things are keeping gutters and valleys clear of fir needles and moss, checking fasteners and sealant on flashing every few years, and touching up any scratched paint before rust starts. We offer metal roof inspections, coating and painting, and screw replacement. Late summer and early fall are the best time to book maintenance before the atmospheric river storms arrive.