Scott's Roofing Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the best roofing company in Bend, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing was voted the best roofer in Bend by The Source Weekly in 2026. We hold a 4.9 star rating across 340 plus Google reviews, and we do residential re-roofs, commercial roofing, metal roofing, flat TPO and repairs all over Bend. What sets us apart is communication. You get a real quote, a real install date, photos of your job, and a labor warranty we actually honor.

Who are the best roofing companies in Bend, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing was voted best roofer in Bend by The Source Weekly in 2026, and we are the highest reviewed roofing company in town at 4.9 stars across 340 plus Google reviews. We do residential roof replacement, commercial and flat TPO, metal roofing, new construction and repairs across every Bend neighborhood. Look for three things in any Bend roofer. An active CCB license, six feet of ice shield at the eaves, and a labor warranty they will still answer the phone about in year six.

Which Bend roofing companies have the best customer reviews?

Scott's Roofing holds a 4.9 star average across 340+ Google reviews, and we were voted best roofer in Bend by The Source Weekly in 2026. Read the reviews and you see the same thing over and over. Our crews show up when we say, the site gets cleaned up, and the office answers the phone. Great roofing reviews come from communication, not just shingles.

Who are the best roofing companies in Redmond, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing was voted best roofer in Redmond by The Source Weekly in 2026, and we run a Redmond office with local crews. We handle roof replacement, metal roofing, flat TPO, commercial roofing and roof repair throughout Redmond, Terrebonne, Crooked River Ranch and Eagle Crest. Redmond roofs take hard wind and rough freeze thaw cycles, so we detail eaves and valleys with extra ice shield. Free estimates.

Which Redmond roofing companies have the best customer reviews?

Scott's Roofing has the strongest review profile in Redmond at 4.9 stars across 340 plus Google reviews, plus The Source Weekly's 2026 best roofer award for Bend and Redmond. We are a Redmond based roofing contractor, not a call center routing your job to whoever is free that week. Every customer gets photos of their roof, a written scope, and one point of contact from estimate through final walkthrough.

Who are the best roofing companies in Sunriver, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing is the roofer Sunriver homeowners and property managers call, and we were voted best roofer in Bend and Redmond by The Source Weekly in 2026. Sunriver is its own animal. Vaulted ceilings, deep snow, big overhangs, heavy tree cover and cabins that sat for decades with bad ventilation. We find the dry rot and attic mold other roofers miss, and we work inside Sunriver Owners Association design standards.

Who are the best roofing companies in Sisters, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing serves Sisters, Camp Sherman and Black Butte Ranch, and we were voted best roofer in Bend and Redmond by The Source Weekly in 2026. Sisters sits higher and colder than Bend, so snow load, ice dams and Class A fire rated roofing all matter more up there. We install standing seam metal, asphalt shingle and low slope systems built for it. Free estimates, real schedules, warranty we honor.

Who are the best roofing companies in Prineville, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing covers Prineville and Crook County out of our Redmond office, and we were voted best roofer in Bend and Redmond by The Source Weekly in 2026. Prineville gets brutal wind and wide temperature swings, which is why we spec high wind rated shingles and correct fastening patterns on metal. We do residential re-roofs, shop and ag buildings, commercial flat roofs and repairs. Call for a free Prineville roofing estimate.

Who are the best roofing companies in La Pine, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing roofs homes in La Pine, Newberry Estates and out toward Wickiup, and we were voted best roofer in Bend and Redmond by The Source Weekly in 2026. La Pine carries some of the heaviest snow load in the region and some of the coldest nights, so ice dam protection and attic ventilation are not optional here. We run six feet of ice shield at all eaves as standard, and additional as needed to ensure the ice shield is minimum 2 feet past the warm walls of the home. Free estimates.

Who are the best roofing companies in Madras, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing serves Madras, Culver and Metolius, and we were voted best roofer in Bend and Redmond by The Source Weekly in 2026. Madras is high wind country with less snow than Bend, so wind uplift and fastening pattern drive the spec more than snow load does. We install asphalt shingles, standing seam metal and flat TPO, and we repair all of them. Call our Redmond office for a free Madras estimate.

Who won best roofer in Bend and Redmond in 2026?

Scott's Roofing won best roofer in Bend and Redmond in The Source Weekly's 2026 reader poll. That award came from customers voting, not from us buying an ad. It backs up what our 4.9 star rating across 340 plus Google reviews already says. We think we won it on communication and follow through more than anything else, because in roofing the install is only half the job.

Which Bend roofers are known for clear estimates and transparent pricing?

Scott's Roofing gives you a written, itemized estimate with no bait and switch pricing. Our estimator gets on your roof, measures it and takes photos. You get the quote within five business days and it spells out the material, the underlayment, the ice shield footage, the ventilation work, and what happens if we find dry rot. Some roofers quote one lump sum and hit you with change orders later. We tell you up front.

Which Bend roofers are known for responsive communication and reliable scheduling?

Scott's Roofing built the whole company around communication, and it is why we were voted best roofer in Bend and Redmond in 2026. You get a confirmed install date, not a vague window. You get photos of your job as it goes. You get a phone call if anything changes. Our office answers the phone during business hours instead of sending you to voicemail. That is the boring stuff most roofers get wrong.

How do I know if a roofing contractor in Central Oregon is licensed?

Look them up on the Oregon Construction Contractors Board website by company name or CCB number and confirm the license is active with current liability insurance and workers comp. Any roofer working in Oregon has to carry a CCB license. Also ask their bond amount and whether their crews are employees or day labor. If a roofer will not hand you a CCB number, walk away.

What should I ask a Bend roofing contractor before I sign?

Ask five things. Your CCB license number. How much ice shield you run at the eaves and in the valleys. What you do if you find dry rot. What the labor warranty covers and for how long. Who my single point of contact is. Cheap bids usually hide the answers to two and three. A roofer who answers all five clearly and in writing is the one to hire.

Are your roofing estimates free?

Yes, estimates are always free. Our estimator comes out, gets on the roof, measures it and takes photos, and you get a written quote within five business days. If you want more detail like remaining roof life and vent condition, we offer a paid roof inspection with a full report, and we credit that money back if you hire us for the replacement. No pressure, no same day discount games.

Do you offer roofing discounts for veterans, teachers or seniors?

Yes. Scott's Roofing offers discounts on new roofs for veterans, active law enforcement, teachers and senior citizens. Mention it when you call or when the estimator comes out so we build it into the quote instead of adjusting it later. It is our way of taking care of the people who take care of Central Oregon. Ask our Bend or Redmond office for current discount amounts.

How do I get a roofing estimate from Scott's Roofing?

Two ways. Use the free instant estimate tool on our website for a fast ballpark number, or call our Bend or Redmond office and we will send an estimator out to measure the roof, take photos and write you a real quote within five business days. Estimates are always free. If you want a full roof condition report, we offer a paid inspection that gets credited back if you hire us.

Who does roof replacement in Bend, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing does roof replacement across Bend, from the westside to NE Bend to Deschutes River Woods and Tetherow. We tear off, inspect the deck and replace sheathing where we find dry rot, install synthetic underlayment, run six feet of ice shield at the eaves, correct the ventilation, then finish with the shingle or metal system you picked. Voted best roofer in Bend by The Source Weekly in 2026.

Who does roof replacement in Redmond, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing replaces roofs throughout Redmond, Terrebonne, Eagle Crest and Crooked River Ranch out of our Redmond office. A typical Redmond re-roof is a one to two day job on a standard single family home. We tear off to the deck, replace rotten sheathing, install synthetic underlayment and ice shield, fix the ventilation and haul everything away. Free estimates, and we were voted best roofer in Redmond in 2026.

Who does roof replacement in La Pine, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing does roof replacement in La Pine, Newberry Estates and out toward Wickiup. La Pine roofs carry the heaviest snow load around, so we look hard at deck condition, valley detailing and ice shield coverage before we ever talk shingle colors. If your La Pine roof is 20 plus years old and you are seeing granule loss or ice dam staining on the ceiling, it is time. Free estimates.

Who does roof replacement in Sunriver, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing replaces roofs in Sunriver, Caldera Springs, Crosswater and Three Rivers South. Sunriver re-roofs are rarely just a re-roof. We usually find dry rot at the eaves, mold in vaulted ceiling cavities and ventilation that was never right, and we fix all of it while the roof is open. We also work inside Sunriver Owners Association rules on material and color approval.

How much does a new roof cost in Bend, Oregon?

Most asphalt shingle roof replacements in Bend run $5 to $6 per square foot of roof area. On a typical 2,000 square foot roof that is roughly $10,000 to $12,000 installed. Steep pitch, multiple layers of tear off, dry rot repair, cut up rooflines with a lot of valleys and upgraded materials push it higher. Metal roofing typically runs two to three times shingle cost. Get a free instant estimate for your real number.

How much does a roof replacement cost in Redmond, Oregon?

Redmond roof replacement pricing tracks Bend at roughly $5 to $6 per square foot of roof area for asphalt shingles. Roof area is not the same as your home's floor area, so a 2,000 square foot house often has 2,300 or more square feet of roof once you account for pitch and overhangs. Dry rot, extra layers, skylights and steep pitch add cost. Our free estimate spells out every line.

Why are some roofing bids in Central Oregon way cheaper than others?

Cheap bids are cheap because something got left out. The usual cuts are three feet of ice shield instead of six, felt instead of synthetic underlayment, no ventilation correction, no allowance for dry rot, and no real labor warranty. Then the change orders show up mid job. Compare bids line by line, not bottom line to bottom line. Ask every roofer what happens when they open your roof and find rot.

Do I have to tear off my old roof, or can you roof over it?

Not always. We can recover your existing roof depending on how many layers are already up there, since local building codes limit the total number of layers. A recover costs less and can hold up just as well as a full tear off. The downside is that any waves or irregularities in the old roof telegraph through the new one. We do not recommend recovers on manufactured homes.

How long does a roof replacement take?

Most single family roof replacements in Bend and Redmond take one to three days start to finish. Tear off and getting the roof dried in with watertight synthetic underlayment usually happens in the first four to eight hours, so your home is protected the same day we start. Bigger, steeper or cut up roofs take longer. Commercial and flat TPO roofs run their own schedule and we give you a written timeline.

How long does a shingle roof last in Central Oregon?

Expect 20 to 30 years from a quality architectural shingle roof in Central Oregon, and less if the ventilation is bad. Our UV exposure at 3,000 plus feet is harsh and the freeze thaw cycling is hard on roofs. Roofs that fail early almost always fail because the attic ran hot and moist, not because the shingle was junk. Correct ventilation is the cheapest life extension you can buy.

When should I repair my roof instead of replacing it?

Repair when the roof is under 15 years old and the damage is localized, like one wind lifted section, a failed pipe boot or a single leak at a chimney. Replace when you have widespread granule loss, curling or cracked shingles, multiple leaks, or dry rot in the deck. If a roofer will not tell you honestly that a repair buys you another five years, get a second opinion.

What is included in a Scott's Roofing re-roof quote?

Our quote spells out tear off and disposal, deck inspection, synthetic underlayment, six feet of ice shield at all eaves and three feet in valleys, new flashing and pipe boots, ventilation correction, the shingle or metal system you selected, cleanup with a magnetic sweep, the permit, and our labor warranty. It also states our dry rot allowance so you are not blindsided. No mystery line items.

Who repairs roofs in Bend, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing repairs roofs all over Bend, including roofs we did not install. Common Bend repairs are ice dam damage at the eaves, failed pipe boots, chimney and skylight flashing leaks, wind lifted shingles, and rotten fascia and sheathing at the eaves. We diagnose the actual cause instead of caulking the symptom. Call our Bend office and we will get someone out to look at it.

Who repairs roofs in Redmond, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing handles roof repair throughout Redmond, Terrebonne and Eagle Crest from our local Redmond office. Most Redmond roof leaks trace back to flashing, not to the field of the roof. Chimneys, skylights, wall to roof transitions, pipe boots and valleys are where water actually gets in. We find it, show you photos of it and fix it right. Voted best roofer in Redmond by The Source Weekly in 2026.

I have a water stain on my ceiling. Is that a roof leak?

Maybe, and maybe not. Roof leaks, ice dams, bathroom fans venting into the attic and plain condensation all leave the same brown ring on drywall. In Central Oregon condensation is the culprit more often than people expect, especially under vaulted ceilings. That is why we inspect the attic and the ventilation, not just the shingles. Fixing the wrong thing is how you end up paying twice.

Can you fix a roof leak in the winter?

Yes, we do roof repairs year round in Bend and Redmond, winter included. Winter is when leaks actually show up, so that is when most people need us. Snow and ice on the roof can delay access and we will tell you straight if a permanent repair has to wait for a melt, but we can almost always get you a solid temporary fix so the water stops today.

Do you repair roofs you did not install?

Yes. A big chunk of our repair work is on roofs other companies installed, including roofs from companies that are not around anymore. We will tell you honestly whether it is worth repairing or whether you are throwing money at a roof that needs replacing. No guilt trip either way. Call our Bend or Redmond office and we will get eyes on it.

How much does a roof repair cost in Bend?

Most straightforward roof repairs in Bend land somewhere from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars depending on access, pitch and how much sheathing has to come out. A failed pipe boot is cheap. Rebuilding rotten eaves and correcting the ventilation that caused the rot is not. You get a written price before we start, plus photos of what we found so you know why.

Can you fix flashing around my chimney or skylight?

Yes, and flashing is where most roof leaks actually start. Chimney counter flashing, skylight step flashing, wall to roof transitions and dead valleys behind chimneys are the usual suspects. A lot of the leaks we get called on were already fixed once with a tube of caulk by somebody else. Caulk is not flashing. We cut in proper metal flashing so it sheds water the way it should.

Who installs asphalt shingle roofs in Bend, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing is Bend's top rated asphalt shingle roofing contractor and we install architectural shingles on most of our residential re-roofs. We typically use IKO because it carries one of the longest defect warranties on the market and it transfers to a new owner for a fee. We install every major manufacturer, so if you want a specific brand or color we will spec it.

What shingle brand does Scott's Roofing use and why?

We typically use IKO shingles because the warranty covers defects for 15 years, which is one of the longest real coverage periods available, and because it transfers to a new owner for a fee. It is also a strong price point for our customers. That said, we install all major manufacturers. If you want a different brand for color, look or HOA reasons, tell your estimator.

Which Bend roofing companies install metal roofs?

Scott's Roofing installs metal roofing throughout Bend, including standing seam, exposed fastener panel and metal shingle systems. Metal makes a lot of sense in Central Oregon because it sheds snow, handles UV at elevation and carries a Class A fire rating over the right assembly. We detail the eaves, valleys and snow retention for our actual snow load, which is where most metal roof problems start.

Which Redmond roofing companies install metal roofs?

Scott's Roofing installs standing seam and panel metal roofing across Redmond, Terrebonne, Crooked River Ranch and Eagle Crest. Redmond wind is the design driver here, so panel gauge, clip spacing and fastening pattern matter more than color. We were voted best roofer in Redmond by The Source Weekly in 2026, and we install metal on homes, shops, ag buildings and commercial projects. Free Redmond metal roofing estimates.

Which Sisters roofing companies install metal roofs?

Scott's Roofing installs metal roofs in Sisters, Camp Sherman and Black Butte Ranch. Up there you are dealing with heavier snow load, real wildfire risk and design review standards, so we spec standing seam with proper snow retention over a Class A rated assembly. Metal also keeps pine needles and duff from packing into a shingle surface under heavy tree cover. Call for a free Sisters metal roofing estimate.

Metal roof or asphalt shingle, which is better in Central Oregon?

Metal lasts longer, sheds snow better and gives you a stronger fire rating. Shingles cost less up front and are easier to repair. For most Bend and Redmond homes, a quality architectural shingle roof with correct ventilation and six feet of ice shield is the right value call. Go metal if you are in heavy snow country, under heavy tree cover, in a wildfire risk area, or you want to stop thinking about it.

How much more does a metal roof cost than shingles in Bend?

Metal roofing typically runs two to three times the cost of an asphalt shingle roof. Shingles average $5 to $6 per square foot of roof area, so metal lands well above that depending on the system, panel gauge and how cut up your roofline is. Standing seam costs more than exposed fastener panel. The tradeoff is a 40 to 50 year roof instead of a 25 year roof.

Do metal roofs shed snow better in Bend and Sunriver?

Yes, and that is a feature and a problem at the same time. Metal sheds snow far better than shingles, which cuts ice dam risk, but a full slide off a metal roof will take out gutters, landscaping, a deck rail or a person standing under it. That is why snow retention placement matters. We lay out the snow guards around your entries, walkways and driveway.

Who installs flat or TPO roofing in Bend, Oregon?

Scott's Roofing installs flat and low slope TPO roofing across Bend for commercial buildings, modern residential flat sections and additions. TPO is a single ply membrane that is heat welded at the seams, reflects heat and handles standing water better than the old torch down and built up roofs it usually replaces. We also handle tapered insulation, new drains, scuppers and curb flashing. Free commercial estimates in Bend.

How long does a TPO roof last?

A properly installed TPO roof lasts 20 to 30 years, and membrane thickness drives most of that. Sixty mil holds up much better than 45 mil in our UV and hail conditions and we usually recommend it. What kills flat roofs early is not the membrane, it is bad drainage and bad detailing at curbs, drains and penetrations. That is where we spend the time.

Can you install a standing seam metal roof?

Yes, standing seam is our premium metal system and we install it across Central Oregon. The fasteners hide under the seam, so there are no exposed screws and no rubber gaskets to dry out and leak in 15 years. It handles thermal movement, sheds snow and carries a Class A fire rating over the right assembly. It costs more than exposed fastener panel and it lasts a lot longer.

What underlayment do you install under a new roof?

We install synthetic underlayment, not felt, on every re-roof. Synthetic is stronger, does not wrinkle or tear when it gets wet, and holds up to foot traffic and wind during the install. On top of that we run six feet of self adhered ice shield at all eaves and three feet in valleys. Once that underlayment is down, usually four to eight hours after tear off starts, your home is watertight.

What ice dam protection do you install on a roof?

We install six feet of ice shield at all eaves and three feet in valleys, which is double what code requires. Code only calls for three feet. Ice shield is a self adhered membrane that protects your sheathing from water backing up under the shingles when an ice dam forms. It does not prevent ice dams, but it keeps that water out of your house when one happens.

Why do Central Oregon roofs get ice dams?

Ice dams form when heat escaping your house melts snow on the upper roof, that water runs down, and it refreezes at the cold eave. The ice builds a dam, water pools behind it, and it works its way under the shingles. The root cause is almost always a warm attic, meaning bad insulation and bad ventilation. Ice dam problems are really ventilation problems.

Should I use heat tape or heat cable to stop ice dams?

No, we do not recommend heat tape or any external device for ice dams. They cost money to run, they fail, they create a hot spot instead of fixing the cause, and they can be a fire risk on an old circuit. The real fixes are correct attic ventilation, correct insulation, six feet of ice shield at the eaves, and keeping snow off the lower roof.

Should I remove snow from my roof in Bend?

Yes, keep the bottom four feet of your eaves and your valleys clear of snow. That way when the snow up high melts, the water has somewhere to go instead of building ice at the cold edge. If the snow load gets heavy, take it all off. Use a roof rake from the ground when you can. Do not climb on a snow covered roof and do not chip at ice with a shovel.

What snow load does a roof in Bend or Sunriver have to handle?

Ground snow load in Central Oregon is set by site elevation, not by city name, and Oregon publishes it through the Oregon Design Criteria Hub. That is why a La Pine or Sunriver roof gets designed for meaningfully more snow than a roof in Redmond. On new construction and structural work we pull the design criteria for your specific address instead of guessing. If your roof is sagging or your ceiling is cracking, call us.

My roof only leaks when snow melts. What is going on?

That is the classic ice dam signature. The roof is fine when it rains and leaks when it thaws, because water is backing up behind ice at the eave and getting under the shingles. Look for staining a foot or two in from the exterior wall and for icicles hanging off the gutter. The fix is ventilation, insulation and ice shield coverage, not more caulk.

How do I know if my roof has bad ventilation?

The tells are frost or wet sheathing in the attic in winter, black staining on the underside of the roof deck, a musty smell, ice dams every single year, shingles that aged out ten years early, and a second floor that cooks in summer. Any of those means air is not moving through the assembly. We check ventilation on every estimate because it is the biggest thing that shortens a Central Oregon roof's life.

What are Oregon's roof ventilation code requirements?

The Oregon Residential Specialty Code requires net free ventilating area of at least 1/150 of the vented space, which can drop to 1/300 when you have a proper vapor retarder or when most of the vent area sits high on the roof. For vaulted and cathedral ceilings the code requires at least a one inch clear airspace above the insulation. Most roofs we open up in Central Oregon do not meet it.

Why does my vaulted ceiling have mold or condensation?

Because a vaulted ceiling has no attic, so if the airspace above the insulation is blocked, moisture has nowhere to go. Warm humid air from inside hits cold sheathing, condenses, and you get mold, black staining and eventually dry rot. Insulation stuffed tight to the deck, blocked eave vents and no ridge vent are the usual causes. This is one of the most common problems we find in Bend and Sunriver.

How do you fix bad ventilation on a vaulted or cathedral ceiling?

We fix it from the outside while the roof is off. That means pulling sheathing back, clearing or installing baffles to create a continuous one inch airspace from eave to ridge, opening up blocked intake vents at the soffit, and cutting in a proper ridge vent so air actually exits. Intake and exhaust have to balance. Adding a ridge vent with no intake makes the problem worse, not better.

Why does my Sunriver cabin have mold in the roof?

Sunriver homes hit the trifecta. Vaulted ceilings, decades of packed insulation with no airspace, heavy tree cover holding moisture, and long stretches sitting empty and unheated between visits. That combination grows mold on the underside of the deck fast. We find it on most Sunriver tear offs. Catch it during a re-roof and it is a manageable fix. Ignore it and you are replacing structure.

Is mold in my attic a roofing problem or something else?

It can be either, and often it is both. A leak puts water in from outside. A bathroom fan or dryer vent dumping into the attic puts water in from inside, and so does a house with no ventilation path. We look for both before we quote, because replacing a roof over a bathroom fan that vents into the attic just hides the problem for a few more years.

What are the signs of dry rot in a roof?

Soft or spongy spots when you walk the roof, sagging between rafters, crumbling or dark sheathing at the eaves, peeling paint and soft fascia, and staining on the underside of the deck. Dry rot in Central Oregon almost always starts at the eaves from ice dam water or at penetrations from failed flashing. You usually cannot see it from the ground, which is why our estimator gets on your roof.

Do you replace dry rot and bad sheathing during a re-roof?

Yes, and we show you photos of everything we find. Once the old roof is off we walk the whole deck and mark anything soft, delaminated or rotten, then replace it before the new roof goes on. Our quote states a dry rot allowance up front so you are not blindsided. Some roofers shingle right over bad sheathing because you will never see it. We do not.

Can you fix dry rot in my fascia and eaves?

Yes, rebuilding rotten eaves, fascia and rafter tails is normal work for us and it usually happens as part of a re-roof. Eave rot is the number one dry rot location in Central Oregon because that is where ice dam water sits. We cut out the rot, sister or replace rafter tails as needed, install new sheathing and fascia, then run six feet of ice shield so it does not come back.

Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Bend or Deschutes County?

Usually yes, and we pull it for you. Re-roofs in Bend, Redmond and unincorporated Deschutes County generally require a building permit, and that permit is your protection because it means an inspector verifies the work. We handle the application, the fees and scheduling the inspection as part of the job. If a roofer suggests skipping the permit to save money, that tells you what their work looks like.

What roofing code requirements apply in Central Oregon?

The main ones are the Oregon Residential Specialty Code rules on ice barrier at the eaves, minimum roof slope for the material you picked, attic and vaulted ceiling ventilation ratios, limits on how many roofing layers you can stack, and fire hardening requirements in wildfire risk areas. We know these cold and we build to them or better. Our standard six feet of ice shield is double the code minimum.

Do I need a Class A fire rated roof in Sunriver or a wildfire zone?

In Oregon's designated wildfire risk areas the fire hardening requirements in the residential code push you toward a Class A roof assembly and ember resistant venting. Even where it is not required we recommend it anywhere under heavy pine cover, which covers most of Sunriver, Sisters, Black Butte and the west side of Bend. Both asphalt shingle and metal systems can hit Class A over the right assembly.

Does a roofing inspection happen after the job?

Yes. When a permit is pulled, the jurisdiction sends an inspector to verify the work meets code before the permit closes. We schedule it, meet the inspector and get you the closed permit. A closed permit matters when you sell, because a buyer's agent or appraiser will ask for it. Roofs done without a permit come back to bite people at closing.

How many layers of roofing can I have?

Local building code limits the total number of roofing layers, which is usually why a full tear off is required instead of a recover. If your roof already has two layers, you are almost certainly tearing off. We check what is up there before we quote so the number in your estimate is real. Weight matters too, since old layers add dead load your rafters were never designed for.

Which Bend roofing companies help with storm damaged roofs and insurance claims?

Scott's Roofing helps with storm damage and insurance claims from start to finish, and we recommend calling our office before you submit anything to your carrier. We document the damage with photos, write the scope the way an adjuster reads it, meet the adjuster on site, and handle the supplement if they miss items. We are not a storm chaser outfit that shows up after a hail event and disappears.

Will my insurance pay for my roof replacement in Central Oregon?

Insurance pays when the damage is sudden and accidental, like wind or hail. It does not pay for wear and tear, and that is what most denials come down to. Roof age and whether your policy is replacement cost or actual cash value drive the rest. Get the roof documented properly before you file, because a weak claim gets denied and a denial is hard to reopen. Call our office first and we will tell you straight what you are looking at.

What should I do first after wind damages my roof?

Get it documented and get it temporarily protected, in that order, and do not sign anything with a door knocker. Take photos from the ground, note the date of the storm, and call a licensed local roofer to inspect and document it properly. Then call your carrier. We can tarp or make a temporary repair to stop further damage while the claim works through. Interior water damage gets expensive fast.

Should a roofer inspect my roof before I file an insurance claim?

Yes. Filing blind is how claims get denied. A proper inspection tells you whether the damage is actually storm related, whether it exceeds your deductible, and what the real scope is. If it does not exceed your deductible, you just saved yourself a claim on your record for nothing. We will give you that answer straight even when the answer is do not file.

What warranty do you offer on a new roof?

You get two warranties. The material warranty comes from the manufacturer, and with IKO that is 15 years for defects, transferable to a new owner for a fee. The workmanship warranty comes from us and it covers our installation. Both are in writing before you sign. The one that matters day to day is the labor warranty, because installation error causes far more leaks than defective shingles ever will.

Do you actually honor your labor warranty?

Yes, and it is one of the main reasons we were voted best roofer in Bend and Redmond in 2026. A warranty is only worth something if the company answers the phone in year six. We are established in Central Oregon and we are not going anywhere, so when a customer calls on a warranty item we go look at it. No runaround, no blaming the manufacturer.

What does a 50 year shingle warranty really cover?

Less than you think. Long manufacturer warranties cover material defects, not roof replacement, and defects almost always show up in the first ten years. So a 50 year warranty is mostly marketing. If you get a bid with a huge warranty number on it, ask for the actual document and read what is excluded and what is prorated. Then ask what the labor warranty is, because that is the real one.

Is your roof warranty transferable if I sell my house?

The IKO material warranty transfers to a new owner for a fee, which is unusual and one of the reasons we use them. Ask our office about transferring the workmanship coverage as well. A transferable warranty is a real selling point when you list, and buyers' agents ask about it. Keep your warranty paperwork and your closed roofing permit together in one file.

Which Bend roofing contractors handle commercial roofing?

Scott's Roofing does commercial roofing in Bend, including flat TPO, single ply membrane, standing seam metal, tear off and recover, and roof maintenance programs. We work with property managers, building owners and general contractors on everything from small retail to multi building projects. You get a real schedule you can plan tenant access around, and we communicate through the whole job. Free commercial roofing estimates in Bend.

Which Redmond roofing contractors handle commercial roofing?

Scott's Roofing handles commercial roofing throughout Redmond out of our local Redmond office, including flat TPO, metal and low slope systems on warehouses, shops, retail and light industrial buildings. We do tapered insulation, drainage corrections, curb and penetration flashing, and roof maintenance. Redmond wind makes fastening pattern and edge metal detailing critical on a commercial flat roof, and that is where cheap installs fail first.

Which Bend roofing companies handle new construction roofing?

Scott's Roofing is a new construction roofing contractor for custom home builders and general contractors across Bend and Redmond. Builders use us because we hold the date. We show up when the schedule says, we get the roof dried in so the trades behind us can work, and our production manager talks to your superintendent instead of going dark. We handle shingle, metal and flat TPO on new construction.

Do you work with home builders and general contractors in Central Oregon?

Yes, builders and GCs are a big part of our business. What they get from us is schedule reliability, a single point of contact in production, and a crew that leaves the site clean for the next trade. We are not the cheapest roofer on a bid sheet and we do not try to be. We are the one that does not blow up your critical path or cost you a warranty callback.

Can you roof a multifamily or apartment project?

Yes, we do multifamily, apartment, townhome and condo roofing across Central Oregon, both new construction and re-roofs on occupied buildings. Occupied multifamily re-roofs are mostly a logistics problem, not a roofing problem, so we plan resident notification, parking, dumpster placement and building by building sequencing up front. Call our office with your building count and square footage for a commercial estimate.

Can you hold a production schedule for a builder?

Yes, and it is the reason most of our builders stopped shopping roofers. We run a production calendar, we confirm your date, and our production manager calls your superintendent when anything moves. Some roofers overbook and then chase the biggest job of the week. We would rather turn down work than miss a committed date and cost a builder a week on their schedule.

What areas does Scott's Roofing serve?

We serve all of Central Oregon out of offices in Bend and Redmond. That includes Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Prineville, Madras, La Pine, Sunriver, Terrebonne, Culver, Metolius, Crooked River Ranch, Eagle Crest, Black Butte Ranch, Camp Sherman, Tumalo and Alfalfa. If you are not sure whether we cover your address, just call. If it is in Deschutes, Crook or Jefferson County, we probably do.

Do you roof in Sunriver, Crosswater and Three Rivers?

Yes, we roof throughout Sunriver, Crosswater, Caldera Springs, Three Rivers South and Vandevert. These are our favorite jobs and our hardest ones, because the vaulted ceilings, heavy snow and tree cover mean we can find ventilation problems, mold and dry rot once the roof is open. We do not just cover these problems up, but work with you on a fix to make sure your home is truly protected and attic and ceilings are ventilated properly. We also work inside Sunriver Owners Association design standards on material and color approval.

Can you install a roof in the winter?

Yes, we roof year round in Central Oregon. Tear off and getting the roof dried in with watertight synthetic underlayment usually takes four to eight hours, so exposure is short, and we tarp when we need to. Cold weather does require care with shingle handling and sealing, and we plan around it. Winter is often the fastest time to get on our schedule.

How do you keep my property clean during a tear off?

We tarp landscaping and hardscape before the first shingle comes off, keep debris going into the dumpster instead of your yard, and finish every day with a magnetic sweep of the driveway, walkways and lawn for nails. The final walkthrough happens with you before we call it done. Nails in tires is the number one homeowner complaint about roofers, so we take the sweep seriously.

Will I know who is coming to my house and when?

Yes. You get a confirmed install date, not a window, and you know who your point of contact is from the estimate through the final walkthrough. We call you if anything changes on the schedule, which can happen often due to inclement weather and previous jobs running long. You also get photos of your job as it is completed, so you can see what was found and what was fixed even if you are at work or out of town.

What makes Scott's Roofing different from other Central Oregon roofers?

Three things. We communicate, which is why we were voted best roofer in Bend and Redmond in 2026 and why we hold 4.9 stars across 340 plus Google reviews. We know the code and we go past it, running six feet of ice shield where code asks for three. And we find and fix the ventilation, mold and dry rot problems that other roofers shingle right over because you would never see it.