Your Wauwatosa Roofer - Right Next Door in West Allis
Wauwatosa's housing stock tells a clear story: bungalows and craftsmans from the 1920s and 30s along the eastern corridors, cape cods and ranches through the post-war neighborhoods, and colonials pushing into the 1970s near the western edges. What these homes share is age and age means the typical Tosa roof is either on its second replacement or overdue for one. On homes this old, the details that separate a 30-year roof from a 12-year failure are significant: decking integrity, ridge and soffit ventilation, ice-and-water shield coverage at every valley and penetration, and tight flashing at chimneys and dormers.
All City Contracting is family-owned and based in West Allis practically Wauwatosa's backyard. We're less than 10 minutes from anywhere in Tosa via Greenfield Avenue, North Avenue, or I-894. We've served Milwaukee County homeowners since 2003, and we're GAF Certified a designation held by only about 7% of roofers nationwide. We're fully insured, fully bonded, and we treat Wauwatosa homes the way we'd treat our own.
What a Wauwatosa Roof Replacement Actually Involves
Wauwatosa's older housing stock bungalows, cape cods, ranches each comes with its own set of roofing realities. We see the same patterns on nearly every estimate in Tosa.
Steep-pitch bungalow roofs require extra care.
Wauwatosa's classic bungalows and craftsmans often have steeper pitches, dormers, and more complex roof geometries than later ranch-style homes. More valleys, more penetrations, and more flashing intersections means more opportunity for water intrusion if the installer cuts corners. We walk every plane of the roof and document what we find before the estimate is written.
Older attics and inadequate ventilation.
Many pre-war Wauwatosa homes were built before balanced ridge-and-soffit ventilation was standard practice. Insufficient airflow shortens shingle life, drives ice damming in winter, and raises cooling costs in summer. We assess your attic ventilation as part of every estimate and spec the right solution often a ridge vent and baffled soffit combination that pays for itself quickly.
Ice damming is a real risk on Tosa homes.
Wisconsin code requires ice-and-water shield at eaves. We install it well past code minimums into valleys, around all penetrations, and at every dormer base. On a century-old bungalow with a complex roofline, this isn't optional: ice damming can force water under shingles at low-slope transitions and cause ceiling damage that costs far more than the extra underlayment.
Our Process, From Estimate to Final Walkthrough
- Free in-person estimate. We come out, walk the roof, document decking condition and ventilation, and provide a written estimate including any upgrades we recommend before you commit to anything.
- Material selection. We walk you through shingle options from GAF, Tamko, Owens Corning, and IKO that suit your home's architecture and your budget.
- Schedule & permit. We pull the permit with the City of Wauwatosa and schedule around your calendar.
- Tear-off and install. Most Wauwatosa roofs are completed in 12 days. We protect landscaping, run a magnetic nail sweep twice, and leave the site clean.
- Final walkthrough & warranty. We walk the finished roof with you, register your manufacturer warranty, and back the work with our lifetime workmanship warranty.
After a Wauwatosa Storm: What to Do First
Wauwatosa sits squarely in southeast Wisconsin's hail and wind corridor. When a storm rolls through, out-of-state contractors follow within days. Here's what to do before you sign anything with anyone.
Document everything from the ground.
Take dated photos of any visible damage bent gutters, dented downspouts, debris on the roof, missing or lifted shingles. Don't climb up yourself.
Call your insurance but don't file yet.
A claim filed before you know the actual scope of damage can work against you. Let us do a free inspection and document what we find first.
Be skeptical of door-knockers.
After every Milwaukee-area hailstorm, out-of-state contractors flood the neighborhood. They're often unlicensed in Wisconsin, and the warranty is worthless once they've left town.
Call us. We're literally next door.
We'll handle the inspection, document the damage, and work directly with your insurance adjuster from start to finish. Our office is in West Allis we're not going anywhere.
Roofing & Exterior Services in Wauwatosa
From full residential replacements on Tosa's classic bungalows to commercial flat roofing along the Mayfair corridor, we handle the entire exterior envelope.
Residential Roofing
Asphalt shingle, cedar shake, and residential flat roofing. Full replacements, repairs, and inspections on Tosa's diverse housing stock.
Commercial Roofing
TPO, EPDM, and modified bitumen for property managers and building owners along the Mayfair and North Avenue corridors.
Siding, Gutters & Windows
A roof is only as good as the rest of the envelope. One contractor for the whole exterior no subcontracting, same crew start to finish.
Storm Damage
Free inspection, full insurance claim handling, and repairs from a contractor that's actually local and staying local.
Wauwatosa Roofing FAQs
How much does a new roof cost in Wauwatosa?
Cost depends on the size, pitch, and complexity of your roofline, the shingle line you choose, decking condition, and any ventilation upgrades needed. Wauwatosa's older bungalows often have more complex geometry than a simple ranch, which can affect pricing. We provide a free written estimate after walking the roof. Request yours here.
How long does a roof replacement take in Wauwatosa?
Most Wauwatosa homes are completed in one to two days. Homes with more complex rooflines dormers, multiple valleys or significant decking replacement can extend that slightly. We'll give you a realistic timeline at the estimate.
What's the best shingle for a Wauwatosa bungalow or craftsman?
Dimensional (architectural) shingles are the most popular choice they're durable, look appropriate on older homes, and come with strong warranty coverage. Some homeowners with historically styled homes opt for a shake-profile shingle for a more authentic look. We'll walk you through the options and what works best for your specific home.
Do you handle insurance claims for storm damage?
Yes. We document the damage, meet your adjuster on-site, and manage the process from inspection through completed repair. More on our storm damage process here.
Are you licensed and insured in Wisconsin?
Yes fully insured, fully bonded, and operating out of West Allis since 2003. We're happy to provide certificates on request.
What warranty do you offer?
Every job comes with our lifetime workmanship warranty, on top of the manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty on the shingles. Our GAF Certification unlocks enhanced warranty tiers that non-certified roofers simply can't offer.
Get Your Free Wauwatosa Estimate
Free written estimates, free annual roof inspections on request, and the same crew start to finish that's how we've earned Milwaukee County's trust since 2003.
Request Free Estimate Or call (414) 385-7003