Copper Roof Installation

What This Service Involves

Copper is the heirloom metal roofing choice, favored for Puget Sound accent roofs, bay windows, turrets, and full roofs on distinctive homes. Over years of Western Washington rain, copper weathers from bright metal to a rich brown and eventually the classic verdigris patina, a self-protecting layer that lets copper last well over a century. It solders into fully watertight seams and flashings, making it the gold standard for complex details on historic and high-end homes. While the highest-cost metal option, copper delivers unmatched longevity, beauty, and craftsmanship value.

Benefits

Century-plus lifespan far exceeding any other roofing here; develops a naturally protective, self-healing patina; solders into seamless watertight joints and flashings; ideal for historic, architectural, and accent applications; increases the character and value of distinctive homes

Our Process

1) Consult on full-roof versus accent use and detail the design; 2) Install high-temp underlayment with copper-compatible components; 3) Fabricate and install copper panels or shingles with soldered seams; 4) Hand-detail flashings, valleys, and terminations then inspect

What Affects the Cost

Copper's premium material cost and gauge; extent of soldered seam and flashing work; roof complexity and custom fabrication; compatible fasteners and underlayment; craftsmanship and detailing hours

Best Time of Year

Copper soldering and installation are best performed in dry summer conditions around Puget Sound, and we schedule detailed copper work when weather allows precise workmanship.