North Valley roofs
The North Valley has some of Albuquerque's oldest homes: real adobe, Territorial-style houses, and pueblo-style homes from every decade since. Many have older built-up roofs, multiple layers of past repairs, and vigas that pass through the walls. Big cottonwoods and elms shade the roofs, which is nice in July but fills canales with leaves and seed fluff every year.
Common issues
- Canales clogged with cottonwood leaves, causing ponding and wall leaks in monsoon storms
- Leaks around vigas and at parapet caps on older adobe walls
- Tar and gravel roofs at the end of their life
- Additions with a different roof than the original house, and leaks where they meet
Parts of the North Valley are in the City of Albuquerque and parts are unincorporated Bernalillo County. Your contractor should pull the permit from the right office for replacements.
Flat roof work in North Valley
- Pueblo roof repair and leak repair
- Tar and gravel repair and replacement
- Canales, parapets and leaks around vigas
- Foam roof repair, recoating and new flat roofs
Common questions
How often should I clean my canales here?
At least before monsoon season and again after the leaves drop. Homes under big cottonwoods may need it more often.
Do you repair real adobe homes?
Yes. Adobe walls need roof repairs that keep water out of the wall, not trapped in it.