Roofing in Richmond, BC
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Who does torch-on and flat roofing in Richmond?
Pro Torch Roofing is a family-run flat roofing contractor that has installed 2-ply SBS torch-on membrane roofs in Richmond for 25 years. Based in Burnaby, about 20 minutes up Knight Street, the company carries $5 million in liability insurance covering hot-work roofing and provides free on-roof inspections with written estimates for Richmond homes, townhome and condo strata, and commercial buildings.
How much does a flat roof cost in Richmond?
A 2-ply torch-on roof in Richmond costs $10 to $20 per square foot installed in 2026, so a 1,500 sq ft flat roof runs $15,000 to $30,000. Overlays on a dry deck sit at the low end; tear-offs with new insulation, tapered drainage and many penetrations sit at the high end. Richmond roofs often need a tapered insulation package to correct ponding, which adds cost up front but is what makes the membrane last. A properly installed system lasts 25 to 30 years.
Why Richmond roofs pond and how we fix it
Richmond is flat, built on delta soil, and has more flat and low-slope roofs per block than almost any other city in Metro Vancouver, from 1970s Vancouver Specials to townhome stratas and the warehouses along No. 6 Road. The most common problem we see is ponding: buildings settle slightly over decades, drains end up higher than the surrounding deck, and water sits for days after rain. Standing water ages any membrane fast. We correct slope with tapered insulation, add or relocate drains, and install the 2-ply torch-on system so every lap is heat-welded shut.
Roofing services in Richmond
- 2-ply torch-on roofing for flat and low-slope roofs
- Tapered insulation and drain correction for ponding roofs
- Strata and townhome re-roofing with property-manager documentation
- Warehouse and commercial flat roofs
- Leak repair and flashing replacement
- Drone roof inspections by a Transport Canada certified pilot
Richmond areas we cover
Steveston, Brighouse, Broadmoor, Terra Nova, Seafair, Thompson, Hamilton, Ironwood, Bridgeport, East Cambie and Sea Island, plus neighbouring Vancouver.
Richmond roofing questions
Why does water sit on my Richmond flat roof?
Usually because the building has settled and the drains are no longer at the low point, or because the original roof was built with no slope at all. Water that stays more than 48 hours after rain will shorten the life of any membrane. Tapered insulation under the new torch-on roof is the standard fix.
How long does a torch-on roof last in Richmond?
A 2-ply torch-on roof lasts 25 to 30 years in Richmond when it drains properly and the drains are kept clear. Correcting ponding at installation is the single biggest factor in reaching that lifespan.
Do you work with Richmond strata councils?
Yes. We provide scope documents for council approval, phased scheduling so residents stay in their units, and photo records suitable for depreciation reports.
Is Pro Torch Roofing insured for torch-on work?
Yes. We carry $5 million in liability insurance that specifically covers hot-work roofing, with fire watch and extinguishers on every roof.
Is the estimate free?
Yes. We inspect the roof in person, explain what we find, and provide a written estimate with no obligation. Form submissions are called back within two business hours.
