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Roofing Contractor in Rathdrum, Idaho

Roof repair, replacement, inspections, and storm damage from a family-owned roofing company based right here in Rathdrum.

Based in RathdrumOwens Corning Preferred ContractorHAAG certified inspectorsBBB A+ rated
The historic Old Kootenai County Jail museum in Rathdrum, a red brick building with gray shingle roofs and a bell tower
Photo: Historic Jail Museum and Community Room by Denisemurray1, licensed CC BY-SA 3.0 and cropped

Lakeview Roofing & Restoration is based in Rathdrum. Our owners, Christopher and Katelyn Brown, live here, and Christopher has over a decade of North Idaho roofing experience. When we finish a roof in Rathdrum, we're finishing it for our own neighbors.

Key takeaways
  • We're based in Rathdrum and do roof repair, roof replacement, storm damage, inspections, gutters, and commercial roofing here and across North Idaho.
  • Rathdrum sits at about 2,211 feet and averages about 38.4 inches of snow a year, according to the city, compared with about 25 inches for the U.S. as a whole.
  • Replacing a roof in Rathdrum needs a city permit. The FY2027 fee for a residential re-roof with tear-off is $150, and we pull the permit for you.
  • Roof inspections are free, and for storm damage we typically respond the same day, within 24 hours.
On this page
  1. What Roofing Services Do We Offer in Rathdrum?
  2. How Do Rathdrum Winters Affect Your Roof?
  3. Do You Need a Permit to Replace a Roof in Rathdrum?
  4. How Much Does a Roof Cost in Rathdrum?
  5. What Happens When You Call Lakeview?
  6. Why Choose a Roofer Based in Rathdrum?

What Roofing Services Do We Offer in Rathdrum?

Roof repair, roof replacement, storm damage restoration, HAAG certified inspections, seamless gutters, and commercial roofing, for homes and businesses in Rathdrum and the surrounding prairie.

Roof repair

Leaks, missing shingles, flashing, and pipe boots. See roof repair for details.

Roof replacement

Full tear-off replacements with Owens Corning shingles or standing seam metal. See roof replacement for details.

Storm damage

Emergency tarping and help with your insurance claim. See storm damage restoration for details.

Roof inspections

Free HAAG certified inspections with photos and a written report. See roof inspections for details.

Gutters

Seamless gutters, leaf guards, and downspouts. See gutter installation for details.

Commercial roofing

TPO and flat roofs for Rathdrum businesses. See commercial roofing for details.

How Do Rathdrum Winters Affect Your Roof?

Snow is the big one. The city's climate figures put Rathdrum at about 2,211 feet with about 38.4 inches of snow a year, roughly half again the U.S. average, and the city notes that snowfall can vary widely from year to year.

Average yearly snowfall and rainfall in Rathdrum compared with the U.S. average, from the City of Rathdrum climate table 0 in 10 in 20 in 30 in 40 in Snowfall average per year Rathdrum 38.4 in U.S. average 25.0 in Rainfall average per year Rathdrum 24.1 in U.S. average 36.5 in
Average yearly snowfall and rainfall, Rathdrum vs the U.S. average. Source: City of Rathdrum climate table, which credits BestPlaces.

Snow and ice dams

Heat escaping into the attic melts roof snow that refreezes at the eaves. See our ice dam guide for prevention and repair.

Wind damage

Windstorms lift and crease shingles, often where you can't see it from the ground. A free inspection finds it.

Pine needles and moss

Needles pack into gutters and valleys, and shaded slopes grow moss. See our gutter cleaning guide for what to check.

For what snow weighs on a roof and how much a roof is built to carry, read our North Idaho snow load guide before the first big storm.

Do You Need a Permit to Replace a Roof in Rathdrum?

Yes. The City of Rathdrum issues roof permits through its online permit portal, and its FY2027 fee schedule lists $150 for a residential re-roof with tear-off. Building without a required permit costs double the original fee.

$150
FY2027 city permit fee for a residential re-roof with tear-off
2x
the original fee for building without a required permit
  • The city's roof permit checklist asks for a building permit application and a scope of work for the new roof, re-roof, or repair
  • Applications are made online through the city's BS&A portal, and fees are paid before the permit is complete
  • Rathdrum City Hall's number is (208) 687-0261
  • Homes outside Rathdrum's city limits get their permit from Kootenai County

We pull the permit for you. Fees for the county and nearby cities are in our guide to Idaho roofing permits in Kootenai County.

How Much Does a Roof Cost in Rathdrum?

Most roof repairs run $300 to $2,500, and the most common repairs cost $400 to $900. A full replacement with architectural shingles usually runs $8,000 to $15,000 for most homes. Every estimate is free and itemized.

Standing seam metal costs more. For the full breakdown by material and roof size, see our North Idaho roof cost guide and our guide to roof repair in Rathdrum for homeowners.

What Happens When You Call Lakeview?

A free inspection, a written estimate, the permit and scheduling, and then the work and cleanup, with no pressure at any step.

  1. Free inspection

    We check the shingles, flashing, vents, gutters, and downspouts, and send you photos and a written report in 24 to 48 hours.

  2. Written estimate

    A plain-language estimate that lists the work, the materials, and the cost. If a repair will do, we'll say so.

  3. Permit and scheduling

    We pull the Rathdrum permit and schedule around North Idaho weather.

  4. Install and cleanup

    We haul away the debris, sweep the yard for nails, and walk the finished job with you.

Why Choose a Roofer Based in Rathdrum?

Because we live here. We're a family-owned company based in Rathdrum, an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor with HAAG certified inspectors, rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau, with over a decade of North Idaho roofing experience.

We'll tell you if a repair will do instead of a new roof, and we handle the Rathdrum permit. Read what homeowners say on our reviews page, or see our other service areas, including Hayden, Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, and Spirit Lake nearby.

Need a Roofer in Rathdrum?

Call for a free estimate. We'll inspect your roof, tell you what it needs, and handle the Rathdrum permit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lakeview Roofing based in Rathdrum?

Yes. Lakeview Roofing & Restoration is based in Rathdrum, Idaho, and owned by Christopher and Katelyn Brown. We serve Rathdrum, Kootenai County, and the rest of North Idaho.

Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Rathdrum?

Yes. The City of Rathdrum issues roof permits through its online portal, and the FY2027 fee for a residential re-roof with tear-off is $150. We pull the permit for you.

How much does roof repair cost in Rathdrum?

Most roof repairs run $300 to $2,500, and the most common repairs cost $400 to $900. Every estimate is free and itemized.

How much snow does Rathdrum get?

About 38.4 inches a year on average, according to the City of Rathdrum, though the city notes snowfall can vary widely from year to year.

Do you do commercial roofing in Rathdrum?

Yes. We install TPO and flat roofs for businesses in Rathdrum and across Kootenai County.

About Lakeview Roofing. A family-owned roofing company in Rathdrum, Idaho, owned by Christopher and Katelyn Brown. Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, HAAG certified inspectors, and over a decade of North Idaho roofing experience. Facts on this page were checked against the sources listed below.