Roof replacement for Mission Hills' large historic homes

ARB approval comes before the permit

In Mission Hills, a roof replacement needs a building permit, and exterior work goes to the city's Architectural Review Board before the permit can be issued. The city's pre-approved roof list covers composite/asphalt, wood and slate, plus specific composite slate and shake products in specific colors. Other materials go to the board for review.

• We prepare the submittal: product, color, spec sheets and photos of your home.
• We build the schedule around the ARB's decision, not the other way around.
• The city lists roof permits at 30 days, so we line up materials and the crew before the permit is issued.
• Inspections are booked with City Hall at least 24 hours ahead. We make those calls.

Mission Hills requires contractors to hold a city occupational license and a Johnson County contractor license. Licensed roofing contractor in Johnson County, KS (Class DR, License #2026-0011661, valid through 2026).

Sources: City of Mission Hills, Building Permits · City of Mission Hills, Architectural Review Board · City of Mission Hills, pre-approved roof materials · City of Mission Hills, contractor requirements · City of Mission Hills, Planning and Building Guide

Steep, complex roofs on older homes

A 1920s Tudor or Colonial Revival roof is a different job from a suburban re-roof:

• Steep pitches, cross gables and dormers that need careful staging and safety setup
• Large masonry chimneys whose step and counter flashing should be replaced, not caulked
• Original board decking under one or more later roofs, checked once exposed and repaired as listed
• Attics that were never vented for a modern shingle roof
• Mature trees, stone walls, gardens and long drives to protect during tear-off

Sources: City of Mission Hills, Community Profile (2016)

Slate, wood or a slate-look shingle?

If your house has natural slate, clay tile or wood today, tell us at the inspection. Sometimes the right call is a repair rather than a replacement, and we'll tell you plainly whether we're the right crew for that roof.

If you're replacing an asphalt or composite roof, ask about premium architectural shingles, designer shingles with a slate or shake look, and our Signature Series high-end options. We'll check each option against the city's pre-approved list and price them side by side in writing. Ask about manufacturer warranty options for the products you're considering; we'll note what applies in your scope.

After the May 19, 2024 tornado

The EF-1 tornado that crossed Prairie Village on May 19, 2024 ended on the western edge of Mission Hills, according to the National Weather Service. Under big, old trees, limbs and wind can break shingle seals and loosen flashing without an obvious leak. If your roof hasn't been looked at since, book a free inspection.

Sources: NWS Kansas City, May 19, 2024

Process, financing and our guarantee

1. Free inspection with photos of every roof plane, valley, chimney and flashing detail.
2. A written scope with your material options priced side by side.
3. ARB submittal and the city building permit, handled by us.
4. Tear-off, decking repair as listed, underlayment, flashing, ventilation and the new roof.
5. Cleanup with a magnetic nail sweep, then a final walkthrough with you.

Financing for qualified homeowners: $0 down, 1 year no payments, no interest, subject to credit approval. Every job is backed by our written workmanship guarantee.