Upper Merion Township · 19406
Roofing contractor in King of Prussia, PA
Most single-family houses here date from the Turnpike-era boom of the 1950s through the '70s. Their roofs are on a second or third round, and the 1989 tornado showed how shingles fare in wind.
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Roofing in King of Prussia
King of Prussia’s houses and their roofs.
There is no town government here. The community is a census-designated place inside Upper Merion Township, named for an 18th-century inn, and the township issues the permits. What changed it was the late 1950s: the Pennsylvania Turnpike was built just to the north and the Schuylkill Expressway just to the south, and Upper Merion's population jumped from about 6,400 in 1950 to over 17,000 in 1960.
Census figures show the result. Nearly half of today's homes were built between 1950 and 1979, and only about 3 percent before 1940. A second wave came in the 2010s, when roughly 2,500 units went up, most of them in large apartment buildings. For single-family owners, that means a lot of hip and gable roofs from the same few decades, many now on a second or third set of shingles.
We cover the township from our Newtown office, with free inspections and a written photo report.
Know the house
Roofs you’ll find around King of Prussia.
1950s and '60s houses
Built in the first rush after the highways. If the roof has two layers, a full tear-off is the only way to see the original boards, and soft ones are replaced at a set price per sheet, with a photo of each.
1970s and '80s houses
Close to 3,500 homes come from these two decades. Roofs that age often still have their original pipe boots and bathroom fans vented into the attic, two small things that cause a lot of the leaks and moisture we find.
Split-levels and multi-plane roofs
Split-level houses join roof planes at different heights, and every wall where a lower roof meets a higher one needs step flashing. That is where we look first.
Townhomes in associations
Much of the newer housing is attached or in big buildings run by an association. If your HOA owns the roof, we can still inspect a leak and give you a report to hand the board.
What the November 1989 tornado did to Upper Merion roofs
On November 16, 1989, a tornado touched down near Allendale Road at 10:45 in the morning and cut a two-mile swath across the northern part of the township. Reports from the time say it ripped shingles from dozens of homes in a neighborhood of split-levels and tore roofing off an office building.
Storms that strong are rare, but the lesson holds: shingles that are poorly sealed or nailed high lift first. Owens Corning Duration shingles go on per the manufacturer's nailing pattern, with starter shingles at every edge so the first row holds.
Services in King of Prussia
What we do for King of Prussia homes.
Roof Replacement in King of Prussia
Tear-off down to the deck on the township's postwar houses, ice and water shield at eaves and valleys, new drip edge and ridge vents, most homes finished in one day.
Storm Damage & Insurance Claims in King of Prussia
After wind or hail, we photograph the damage, meet your adjuster at no charge and submit supplements for anything hidden. We never waive a deductible; in Pennsylvania that is insurance fraud.
Roof Repair in King of Prussia
For roofs in the middle of their life, we repair the boot, seal or fastener that's actually leaking, with photos and a written warranty on the area.
Commercial Roofing in King of Prussia
Office buildings, churches and other large roofs in the township, quoted and managed with the same photo documentation.
Also available in King of Prussia: Free Roof Inspection · Siding
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From our Google reviews
“I had an excellent experience with Mission Roof, who recently completed a full roof replacement on a set of twin homes, including mine. The amount of work required—especially with a full redeck—was significant, and yet they completed the entire job in just about a day and a half. Even with some weather delays, their efficiency was truly impressive. Their professionalism stood out from day one. Communication was clear and consistent, and the crew was extremely courteous. Cleanliness was clearly a top priority—they used tarps in every possible area to protect the property and made sure everything was spotless when they wrapped up. The new roof looks fantastic and, more importantly, it's performing flawlessly—previous leak issues are completely gone. The price was very fair for the level of quality, both in materials and workmanship. A special shoutout to Dave, who was great to work with. He explained everything clearly—from what they needed from us to how and when the work would be done. He made the process smooth and stress-free. I 100% recommend Mission Roof to anyone—homeowners or commercial property managers alike. Top-notch work, great people, and outstanding value.”
“David and his crew were great from start to finish. They were able to provide a quote that explained in full detail all the work that would be completed. For me I needed replacment of a 40 square roof and new gutters with leaf guards. They were the best price around. I had quotes that were three times the cost. It's crazy out there and i always shop around. They were able to complete the entire roof in a day. The crew was able to protect all growth around my house and clean to a point where you would never know they were there. Everything was install great with no issues and I would recommend Mission Roof to anyone.”
King of Prussia questions
Roofing in King of Prussia, answered.
Something else? Call or text (484) 647-7466, or read the full questions & answers.
Who issues the roofing permit in King of Prussia?
Upper Merion Township. King of Prussia has no municipal government of its own. We pull the permits the township requires.
My split-level leaks where the upper roof meets the lower one. Repair or replace?
Usually a repair. That joint depends on step flashing behind the siding, and it often fails before the shingles do. If the rest of the roof is sound, we fix the flashing and tell you so.
My 1970s house has its original roof deck. Is that a problem?
Not necessarily. We check it from the attic and during tear-off. Sheets that are soft or delaminated get replaced at the flat rate in your contract, typically $85 to $125 per sheet, each one photographed.
Do you work on condo or townhouse roofs here?
If the association owns the roof, the board decides who works on it. We're glad to inspect a leak for you and write up what we find.
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(484) 647-7466That’s (484) MISSION · team@mission-roof.org
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 am – 4 pm
- Office
- 41 University Dr, Suite 400
Newtown, PA 18940