Roofing guides written for San Jose homes

Norman Eastwood, our Roofing Guides Editor, drawing on the work our crews do on San Jose roofs every week.

No. Dollar figures come from published cost sources and are planning ranges; a roof and attic walk gives you the real number.

When codes, maps or published costs change. Each guide shows the date it was last updated.

Yes. Call any hour and describe what you are seeing.

Most of the advice does; the code and permit details are specific to San Jose and nearby cities.