Fast, Reliable Roof Replacement & Installation Across Hollywood
A full roof replacement in Hollywood typically runs $12,000-$28,000 for single-family homes, with flatland apartment re-roofing starting around $8,500 and Hills custom homes ranging $25,000-$55,000 depending on access logistics and material choice. Most Hollywood replacements take 2-5 days once materials arrive, and our Roof Replacement & Installation team can usually inspect within 24 hours. Call (844) 563-1816 anytime - a live person answers, even at 2 a.m. during Santa Ana wind season.
We’ve been climbing Hollywood roofs since 1984. Our dispatch runs out of our Miami office, but our crews live and work in South Florida communities like yours. We know the difference between a 1920s courtyard apartment off Hollywood Boulevard with its third patch job on a tar-and-gravel flat roof, and a hillside Spanish Revival on Outpost Drive where a standard boom truck won’t make the turn. That local knowledge saves you from the two most expensive words in roofing: “change order.”
Why Ridgeline Roofing Co. Is Hollywood’s Preferred Roof Replacement & Installation Company
Hollywood homeowners call us because we’ve earned a reputation for showing up prepared. Pete Navarro, who leads Ridgeline Roofing Co., built this company on the principle that a roof should be done right - and if it is not, we make it right. No paperwork runaround, no arguing about whose fault the gap is.
Our reviews from Hollywood customers consistently mention the same things: the technician arrived in uniform, took photos from the actual roof, and explained what was failing before quoting a price. The number on the estimate matched the number on the invoice. That’s not an accident. It’s our 90-Day Done Right Promise in action - a written workmanship guarantee we’ve honored for over 42 years.
Response time to Hollywood matters here more than in most markets. When Santa Ana winds tear through in October or November, you can’t wait three days for someone to drive up from San Diego. Our phones are staffed live 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including the middle of a storm. We schedule Hollywood inspections daily and carry stock for common repairs so most jobs finish in a single visit.
Local knowledge builds trust in specific ways on Hollywood jobs. We know which Hills streets require crane permits from the city, which flatland buildings still have original redwood roof decking that won’t hold modern loads, and where to source discontinued S-tile profiles for 1930s Mediterranean Revival homes. Out-of-area contractors learn those details on your dime. We learned them decades ago.
Our Roof Replacement & Installation Services in Hollywood
Full Roof Replacement
Full tear-offs are our most common Hollywood request, and for good reason. The flatlands south of Hollywood Boulevard are packed with 1920s-1950s bungalow courts and courtyard apartments whose built-up flat roofs have been patched three, four, sometimes five times. At some point, the substrate is more patch than roof. We strip to the decking, replace compromised sections, and install a proper system - whether that’s a reflective TPO or modified bitumen assembly for flat roofs, or a pitched system with proper ventilation for anything with slope. Every full replacement includes photo documentation before, during, and after, and falls under our 90-Day Done Right Promise.
New Construction Roofing
New builds in Hollywood face constraints that don’t exist in most markets. Hills projects in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone must use Class A fire-rated assemblies under the LA Municipal Code - not Class B, not “fire-resistant,” but tested and labeled Class A. We’ve installed GAF and CertainTeed Class A systems on new custom homes throughout the Hills, and we spec them from the first blueprint review so there are no surprises at final inspection. For flatland infill projects, we often recommend concrete tile or cool-roof coatings over asphalt, since Hollywood’s year-round intense UV degrades standard shingles measurably faster than the manufacturer warranties assume.
Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt shingles remain popular for Hollywood’s gentler-sloped homes and some Hills renovations where weight or budget matters. We install architectural shingles from GAF and Owens Corning with upgraded underlayment for UV resistance. That said, we’re direct with homeowners: in Hollywood’s climate, asphalt carries a shorter effective lifespan than in milder regions. We show you the math - sometimes the upgrade to concrete tile or reflective coating pays for itself over 15 years. When asphalt is the right choice, we do it right. Same standard we’d hold for work in our own mother’s home.
Architectural Shingles
Architectural shingles add dimension and wind resistance that Hollywood’s Santa Ana events demand. We prefer CertainTeed’s Landmark series and GAF’s Timberline for this market - both carry 130-mph wind warranties when installed to spec, which matters when September through December winds hit. The dimensional profile also blends better with Hollywood’s historic streetscapes than three-tab flats. We never substitute materials without written approval; the brand on the estimate is the brand on the roof.
Flat Roofing
Flat roofing is where Hollywood’s housing stock shows its age most dramatically. Those 1920s-1950s courtyard apartments and commercial strips along Hollywood Boulevard and Sunset? Most started with built-up tar-and-gravel, got patched with rolled modified bitumen, then maybe a spray foam layer. We do full flat replacements with TPO, PVC, or multi-ply modified bitumen - always with reflective white or cool-roof coatings to combat UV degradation. Santa Ana winds are the primary driver of acute flat-roof damage here, regularly lifting unsealed membrane edges with little warning. We pay particular attention to termination bars and edge sealing during every flat install.
Roof Decking Replacement
Hollywood’s older stock hides surprises. Original redwood decking in pre-war bungalows often can’t support modern roofing loads. We’ve opened roofs in the flatlands to find decking compromised by decades of slow leaks, termite damage, or well-meaning but destructive prior repairs. We replace with code-compliant plywood or OSB, always photographed and documented, and we quote decking replacement upfront when we suspect it’s needed - never as a mid-job surprise.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Trusted Brands We Service in Hollywood
We’re authorized installers for seven manufacturer lines: GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning, IKO, Atlas, Tamko, and Boral. For Hollywood customers, that means we stock common profiles and colors locally, not special-ordering from a warehouse three states away. Need a CertainTeed Class A shingle for a Hills fire-code job? We’ve got it. Discontinued Boral clay tile for a 1930s Spanish Revival match? We maintain relationships with salvage yards and specialty distributors most contractors don’t bother with. Fast turnaround starts with having the right material on hand or knowing exactly where to get it.
Common Roof Replacement & Installation Problems We See in Hollywood Homes
- UV degradation on flatland asphalt roofs. Hollywood’s intense year-round sun cooks standard asphalt shingles faster than almost any U.S. market. We regularly inspect 12-year-old shingle roofs in the flatlands that look 25, with granule loss, curling, and brittle tabs. Reflective coatings or concrete tile often make better long-term sense.
- Santa Ana wind blow-offs on flat roofs. Those September-through-December wind events lift poorly sealed membrane edges and loose tiles with little warning. We see the aftermath every fall: apartments with buckets in hallways, Hills homes with tile scattered across Outpost Drive or Mulholland. Proper edge sealing and mechanical fastening prevent most of it.
- Access surprises on Hills jobs. Many Hollywood Hills homes sit on narrow, steep, winding streets where standard boom trucks and material lifts cannot operate. Out-of-area contractors routinely underbid these jobs, discover the access problem on day one, and walk - leaving the homeowner with a stripped roof and no plan. We pre-survey access and factor in crane-lift days or spider-scaffold setups as line items from the start.
- Non-compliant materials on fire-zone homes. The LA Municipal Code requires Class A fire-rated roofing in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone covering much of the Hills. We’ve been called to fix jobs where out-of-area installers used Class B materials, invalidating insurance and requiring full re-do. We check fire ratings before we quote, not after we install.
Pricing for Roof Replacement & Installation in Hollywood, FL
Honest numbers for Hollywood’s market:
| Service | Typical Range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Asphalt shingle replacement, single-family (flatlands) | $12,000 - $22,000 |
| Architectural shingle upgrade, single-family | $15,000 - $28,000 |
| Flat roof replacement, apartment/courtyard (per building) | $8,500 - $18,000 |
| Concrete or clay tile, single-family | $25,000 - $45,000 |
| Hills custom home with crane access | $25,000 - $55,000+ |
| Roof decking replacement (if needed) | $4 - $8 per sq. ft. |
| Seasonal tune-up and inspection | $89 |
What moves the needle: roof size and pitch, access complexity (crane days add $1,500-$4,000), decking condition, and material choice. We quote the full number upfront - the price we quote is the price you pay. No surprises, no escalation clauses buried in fine print. Seniors and veterans receive a standing 5% discount. Call (844) 563-1816 for a free written estimate.
We Also Serve Cities Near Hollywood
Our crews work throughout the Hollywood area and nearby communities including Hollywood, Andover, Miramar, West Park, and West Hollywood. Same live-answer phones, same photo-documented inspections, same 90-Day Done Right Promise wherever we show up.
Serving Hollywood, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Hollywood 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 - Roof Replacement & Installation in Hollywood
Yes, if your home sits within the CalFire-designated Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, which covers most of the Hollywood Hills above Hollywood Boulevard. The LA Municipal Code mandates Class A fire-rated roofing assemblies in this zone, and using anything less can invalidate your homeowner’s insurance. We specify Class A materials from GAF, CertainTeed, and Owens Corning on every Hills quote, and we verify the rating with documentation before installation begins. Call (844) 563-1816 if you’re unsure whether your address falls in the zone - we’ll check and explain your options.
We pre-survey every Hills job with a drive-by and satellite review, then quote crane-lift days or spider-scaffold setups as specific line items when standard boom trucks won’t fit. On a steep-slope custom home in the Hollywood Hills, our techs replaced a failing 30-year-old asphalt shingle roof with a Class A fire-rated CertainTeed system, using a crane lift to stage materials because the street couldn’t accommodate a boom truck. We matched the existing profile to keep the Spanish Revival aesthetic intact, and the homeowner was thrilled that the new roof integrates with their smart-home monitoring, sending alerts for any future damage. Out-of-area contractors often miss these logistics entirely. We never do. Call (844) 563-1816 for a free access assessment.
Hollywood’s year-round intense UV degrades asphalt shingles measurably faster than most U.S. markets - often cutting effective lifespan by 30-40% compared to cooler, cloudier regions. Flatland apartment buildings with low-slope or flat roofs also trap heat, accelerating granule loss and brittleness. We regularly see 10-12 year old shingles that should have lasted 20. For these buildings, we often recommend reflective cool-roof coatings, TPO, or concrete tile instead. The higher upfront cost usually pays back within 15 years through extended lifespan and reduced cooling load. Call (844) 563-1816 and we’ll run the numbers for your specific building.
We can match most original profiles through our network of salvage yards, specialty distributors, and manufacturer custom runs - but it takes research and lead time, not a quick trip to the big-box store. Hollywood’s 1920s-1940s Spanish and Mediterranean Revival homes often used clay Mission and S-tile profiles that major manufacturers discontinued decades ago. We photograph your existing tile, measure the profile precisely, and source matches before we strip a single tile. When exact matching isn’t possible, we present alternatives with full disclosure. Call (844) 563-1816 to schedule a tile-matching inspection.
Call us for a same-day inspection if your roof is older, has prior repairs, or shows any lifted edges, loose tiles, or separated flashing. Santa Ana wind events - most frequent September through December - are Hollywood’s primary driver of acute roof damage, regularly lifting loose tiles and unsealed membrane edges with little warning. We carry materials to reseal membrane terminations, replace missing tiles, and secure flashing on the spot. Our phones are staffed live 24/7, including nights, weekends, and the middle of a storm. Call (844) 563-1816 before the wind hits - prevention is always cheaper than emergency tarping and interior repairs.
Written by Pete Navarro, Owner at Ridgeline Roofing Co., serving South Florida communities since 1984.