Roof Installation in Burbank, CA

Roof installation covers roofs on new structures and new parts of a house: accessory dwelling units (ADUs), garage conversions, second-story and room additions, patio covers, and new homes. The roof has to fit your plans, tie into any existing roof without leaks, and pass inspection. We connect Burbank homeowners and builders with one independent local roofing contractor.

Last updated October 22, 2026.

Where new roofs are going up around Burbank

California has made it much easier to add accessory dwelling units, and many Burbank and nearby Los Angeles lots are adding a backyard ADU or converting a garage. Families are also adding bedrooms and second stories to small 1940s and 1950s homes. Each of these projects needs a roof, and often the trickiest part is where the new roof meets the old one.

Detached ADUs: a full new roof, often a simple gable or a low-slope roof, built to the approved plans.
Garage conversions: sometimes the existing garage roof can stay, sometimes it needs new decking, underlayment, insulation changes, or a new covering to meet code for living space.
Room and second-story additions: new roof sections that have to be flashed and woven into the existing roof.
Patio covers and porches: low-slope or shed roofs attached to the house.
New homes: complete roof systems for new construction or rebuilds.

Tying a new roof into an old one

Most leaks on additions happen at the connection. Good practice includes properly stepped and lapped flashing where a new wall meets an existing roof, a planned transition where a low-slope section meets a pitched one, and matching underlayment and ventilation so the old and new attic spaces work together. If the existing roof is near the end of its life, it can be smart to re-roof the whole house at the same time so everything matches and is covered by one installation.

Matching the look

Shingle colors fade over time and tile profiles get discontinued, so an exact match is not always possible. On Spanish-style homes, a roofer may be able to find salvaged or close-matching clay tile. On shingle homes, some owners choose to re-roof the main house so the color is uniform. Ask about options early, before the material is ordered.

Permits, plans, and fire zones

New structures and additions need building permits and approved plans. In Burbank that is the City of Burbank’s Building & Safety Division; in Los Angeles neighborhoods such as North Hollywood or Sun Valley it is LADBS; in Glendale and Pasadena it is the respective city. The roof assembly on the plans, including the fire rating, underlayment, and ventilation, is what the inspector will check.

If the property is in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, as many hillside lots are, new construction typically has to meet California’s wildfire-resistant construction requirements, including a Class A roof and ember-resistant vents. California energy rules may also affect insulation and roof products. Your designer and contractor can confirm what applies.

Who does what on a new build

On larger projects a general contractor often hires the roofer as a subcontractor. If you are hiring a roofer directly, make sure the schedule is coordinated with framing, windows, solar readiness, and inspections. Ask for a written scope that names the roofing system, underlayment, flashing details at every wall and transition, gutters if included, and cleanup.

Choosing materials for a new roof

Most new roofs in the area are asphalt shingle, concrete or clay tile, standing seam metal, or a single-ply or other low-slope membrane on flatter roofs. Tile is heavy, so the framing must be designed for it. Low-slope roofs need careful drainage planning. Our guide to flat and low-slope roofs explains the tradeoffs.

Before you hire

Check the contractor’s license at cslb.ca.gov, ask for proof of liability insurance and workers’ compensation, and make sure your contract states who is responsible for permits and inspections. Keep copies of the approved plans and the roofing product information for your records.

Roof Installation help near Burbank

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Frequently asked questions

Does an ADU roof have to match my house?

Local design standards for ADUs vary, and some jurisdictions ask for compatible materials or colors. Check with the City of Burbank or your own city before choosing, and ask your designer what the approved plans call for.

Can I keep the existing roof when converting my garage?

Sometimes. It depends on the roof's condition and what the plans require for insulation, ventilation, and fire rating. Many conversions end up with new decking or a new roof covering.

Who pulls the permit for a new roof on an addition?

Usually the general contractor or the roofing contractor pulls the permit as part of the overall project. Confirm this in writing before work starts.

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