Roofing contractor in Burbank, CA
Burbank is at the eastern end of the San Fernando Valley, below the Verdugo Mountains and east of our Northridge office. We replace and repair roofs across ZIP codes 91501 through 91506, with deck, framing and fascia repairs under the same contract.
- Area
- Burbank, CA 91501 through 91506
- Building department
- City of Burbank Community Development Department, Building & Safety Division
- Contractor
- LA General Builders, CSLB Lic #1044686
Roof replacement and repair in Burbank
More than 62 percent of Burbank's housing was built before 1970, and most homes in the Magnolia Park neighborhood date to the 1940s. The city's housing element reports that the housing stock is split almost evenly between single-family and multi-family units.
Roofs on 1940s houses often sit on spaced boards instead of a solid plywood deck, and earlier re-roofs may have been laid over old layers. A tear-off lets us put down a sound deck before the new roof goes on.
Roofing permits in Burbank
Burbank is its own city, so re-roofing permits come from the City of Burbank Building & Safety Division and not from Los Angeles. The city classes re-roofing as a Tier 1 building permit, which can generally be obtained over the counter or online. We pull the permit and meet the inspector.
Fire zones and roof rules in Burbank
- 3,565 acresof Burbank are in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone on the March 2025 state map
- 7,194 acresburned in the La Tuna Fire of 2017
- 62%of Burbank's housing was built before 1970
Part of Burbank is in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. The State Fire Marshal's March 2025 map lists 3,565 acres of Very High zone in the city. The La Tuna Fire of 2017 burned 7,194 acres in the Verdugo Mountains and led to the evacuation of about 300 Burbank homes.
Burbank's municipal code states that no wood roof covering may be installed on any new or existing building, and the city required existing wood shake and shingle roofs to be removed years ago.
Check an address on the state fire zone map Class A fire-rated roofing
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Down to the deck
On an older house a tear-off shows the original deck. We replace soft or rotted boards, then cover the deck with underlayment before the roofing goes on.
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How embers reach a roof
Wind-blown embers start most roof fires. They land on the roof surface (1), blow in through vents (2) and collect in gutters (3). A Class A roof and ember-resistant vents deal with all three.
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What a re-roof in Burbank replaces
Finish roofing (1), underlayment and flashing (2), and any rotted deck (3) or damaged rafters (4). The wood repairs are done by the same crew, under the same contract.
Roofing services in Burbank
Every service is available in Burbank, with deck, framing and fascia repairs under the same contract.
Roof replacement
Full tear-off down to the deck and a new roof system on top.
Roof repair
Missing shingles, slipped tiles, cracked flashing and worn sealant.
Roof leak repair
We trace the leak to where water gets in and fix it there.
New roof installation
Roofs for new homes, additions and ADUs.
Roof inspection
A written report with photos before you buy, sell or re-roof.
Asphalt shingle roofing
The most common roof on Valley homes, installed and repaired.
Tile roofing
Clay and concrete tile, set new or repaired tile by tile.
Tile underlayment replacement
We lift the tile, replace the worn layer beneath and relay it.
Metal roofing
Standing seam metal panels for homes and additions.
Flat roofing
Low-slope roofs on homes, garages and apartment buildings.
Fire-rated roofing
Class A roof systems for homes in and near fire zones.
Multifamily and commercial
Apartment buildings and commercial properties.
Burbank roofing questions
Do I need a permit to re-roof a house in Burbank?
Yes. The City of Burbank classes re-roofing as a Tier 1 building permit, issued by its Building & Safety Division over the counter or online. We pull it for you and meet the city inspector.
Can I keep or repair a wood shake roof in Burbank?
No. Burbank's municipal code does not allow wood roof covering on any new or existing building, and the city's deadlines for removing wood roofs have passed. We replace wood shakes with a rated shingle, tile or metal roof.
Does a new roof in Burbank have to be Class A fire rated?
It depends on the address. Part of Burbank is in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, where the building code sets a higher standard. We check your address on the state map and confirm the requirement with Burbank Building & Safety before we specify the roof.
Roofers near Burbank
Van Nuys
Permits through LADBS.
Sherman Oaks
Permits through LADBS.
Pasadena
Permits through Pasadena Building and Safety.
Sources for the local facts on this page
- City of Burbank: Building & Safety Division
- City of Burbank: building permits
- Burbank Municipal Code, Title 9, Chapter 1
- City of Burbank 2021-2029 Housing Element
- State Fire Marshal: 2025 local responsibility area acreage, Los Angeles County cities
- CAL FIRE: La Tuna Fire
- Wikipedia: La Tuna Fire
Local facts last checked on October 2, 2026. Rules change, so we confirm the current requirement with the building department before every job.
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LA General Builders, 8728 Zelzah Ave, Northridge, CA 91325
CSLB Lic #1044686