King Roof Care is a shingle roofing contractor serving Kirkland, Bothell, Everett, Issaquah and Redmond, WA. The team handles asphalt and composition shingle repair, full roof replacement and roof inspections. The Bellevue-based company also works with presidential shingle, wood shake and metal roofing systems. It provides free roof assessments and a written estimate covering scope and materials before any work starts.
Shingle Roofers Serving Kirkland, Bothell, Everett, Issaquah and Redmond
King Roof Care works on asphalt shingle roofs across Seattle and the greater Puget Sound from its office at 16007 NE 6th St in Bellevue. The company describes itself as locally owned and operated in Seattle.
Two facts are worth checking before hiring any shingle roofing contractor. King Roof Care is a registered Washington construction contractor under L&I registration KINGRRC782QA, which you can confirm through the Washington L&I contractor lookup. The company was also rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google as of 2026-10-05.
- Composition and asphalt shingle roofs
- Presidential shingle roofs
- Wood shake, PVC and metal roofing systems
- Gutter installation and repair, plus skylight installation
Shingle Roof Repair or Replacement: A Decision Checklist
The choice between shingle roof repair and full replacement should rest on what an inspection actually finds, not on the roof's age alone. A roof inspection from King Roof Care checks the shingles, flashing and gutters and includes a detailed report. An on-site visit before a replacement also looks at the attic and the ventilation.
- Is the damage limited to one area, or spread across several roof planes?
- Has the leak source been traced, or only the stain inside the house?
- Are the problems at the flashing (chimneys, vents, skylights, walls) rather than the shingles themselves?
- Does the deck feel soft or sag anywhere? Structural work such as reinforcing trusses or fixing sagging areas changes the scope.
- Did the inspection note attic or ventilation issues that a repair would not address?
- Was the damage caused by a storm? Storm damage repair is documented and scoped separately.
- Will matching new shingles to the existing ones be possible on a partial repair?
How an Asphalt Shingle Roof Replacement Proceeds, Step by Step
An asphalt shingle roof replacement follows a set sequence, and knowing that order helps you read any estimate. The steps below reflect the replacement scope King Roof Care lists. The exact order, any overlap between phases and the total duration all depend on the roof's size, shape and condition.
- On-site inspection of the roof, the attic and the ventilation, with notes on anything that affects the work.
- Written estimate listing the exact scope and materials before any work starts.
- Confirm permit needs with the City of Kirkland, Bothell, Everett, Issaquah or Redmond (whichever applies to your address) before work starts.
- Tear-off and haul-away of the existing roofing material.
- Inspection of the exposed roof deck, with damaged sheathing replaced as needed.
- New underlayment, plus ice-and-water protection where the roof requires it.
- Flashing at valleys, walls, chimneys and other roof penetrations.
- Starter course, then the new shingles, then ridge caps.
- Full cleanup once the work is done.
Shingle Roofing Material Trade-offs
Comparing shingle roofing materials side by side keeps an estimate conversation focused on your house rather than on a sales pitch. King Roof Care works with composition, asphalt shingle, wood shake, presidential shingle, PVC and metal roofing systems. The table compares the steep-slope options in general terms.
| Material | What it is | Trade-offs to weigh | Question to ask the roofer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composition / asphalt shingle | The standard shingle on many pitched roofs | Wide range of product lines and colors; quality and look vary by line | Which exact product line is quoted, and what do its install instructions require? |
| Presidential shingle | A thicker, layered shingle style with a shake-like look | Different appearance and weight than standard shingles; product-specific install details | Does the roof structure and pitch suit this product? |
| Wood shake | Split or sawn wood roofing | Natural look; maintenance needs and suitability depend on the product and the site | What upkeep will this roof need over time? |
| Metal roofing | Panel-based roofing system | Different install method and flashing details than shingles | How do the costs and the transitions to gutters and skylights compare with shingles? |
What Drives Shingle Roof Cost and How Long Shingles Last
The average cost to replace shingles on a roof depends on scope, not on a single per-house figure. No verified local or national price range is cited here, so treat any number you hear as specific to that one estimate.
What to Compare in a Written Shingle Roofing Estimate
Comparing written shingle roofing estimates line by line is the most reliable way to tell whether two shingle roofers are quoting the same job. A lower total often reflects a smaller scope rather than a better deal. Before you compare prices, line up each quote against the checklist below.
- Tear-off: how many existing layers are removed, and is haul-away and disposal included?
- Deck inspection: how is damaged sheathing priced if it is found after tear-off?
- Underlayment: which product, and where ice-and-water protection is installed.
- Flashing: new or reused at valleys, walls, chimneys, vents and skylights.
- Ventilation: any changes recommended after the attic inspection.
- Shingles: exact manufacturer, product line and color, plus starter course and ridge caps.
- Structural repairs: whether truss reinforcement or sagging areas are included or excluded.
- Gutters and skylights: included, priced separately, or not part of the scope.
- Permits: who confirms permit needs with the city and who handles them.
- Cleanup: what full cleanup covers at the end of the job.
- Exclusions: every item the estimate does not cover, listed in writing.
Mistakes That Cause Shingle Roof Rework and How to Prepare Your Home
Shingle roof rework usually traces back to decisions made before the first shingle goes on. The mistakes below are worth discussing with any contractor before you sign.
- Comparing quotes with different scopes and choosing on price alone.
- Reusing worn flashing around chimneys, vents or skylights without checking its condition.
- Ignoring attic ventilation notes from the inspection.
- Installing new shingles over decking that should have been replaced.
- Skipping gutter repairs that leave water management problems right next to a new roof.
- Starting work before confirming permit needs with the city.