Roofing, Siding & Exterior Remodeling in Los Gatos

We serve Northern California across three regions: the San Francisco Bay Area (six counties from Alameda to Santa Clara), Greater Sacramento (Sacramento out to Roseville, Folsom, and Davis), and the Central Valley (Stockton to Modesto). Our crews are based in Castro Valley. We handle permits and know the building codes for each jurisdiction, which matters because requirements and fees vary significantly between cities.

We offer $0-down financing with approved credit, 12-month same-as-cash plans, and extended terms up to 15 years for larger projects. You only pay for completed, inspected work — we never ask for full payment before the job is done. Your project manager will walk you through every option during your estimate appointment. We also accept checks, ACH, and all major credit cards.

Yes. CSLB License #1078806 — verify it anytime at cslb.ca.gov. We carry $2M general liability, full workers’ comp, and are bonded per California law. We hold GAF Master Elite, Owens Corning Preferred, CertainTeed ShingleMaster, and James Hardie Elite Preferred certifications — each requires annual training and quality audits to maintain. We’re happy to provide proof of insurance before any work begins.

Most exterior projects in Northern California require a building permit. Fees vary by city — Oakland runs $200–$600, Peninsula cities often more. We handle the entire permit process: application, plan submission, and scheduling inspections. Permit fees appear as a separate line item in your estimate so you’ll see every cost upfront. For homes in WUI fire zones (Berkeley Hills, Oakland Hills, parts of Marin), we ensure full compliance with local fire-rated material requirements.

Most general contractors in Los Gatos are tradesmen-only. As an architect and GC, Alex evaluates your home as a complete system. He considers structural capacity, energy performance, fire safety, and aesthetics together. This approach means fewer change orders, better material choices, and a result that fits your home's character.

General contractor rates in Los Gatos vary by project type. For a roof replacement, expect $19,500 to $24,000 (Hamilton Exteriors 2024-2026 project data). For an ADU, $250,000 to $500,000. Hamilton Exteriors provides itemized estimates so you see exactly where every dollar goes.

Yes. The Town of Los Gatos requires permits for most structural work, including additions, roof replacements, and ADUs. Permit fees vary by project scope. Hamilton Exteriors handles all permit applications and inspections.

For most Los Gatos homes, premium architectural asphalt shingles offer the best balance of cost and performance. In the hillside fire zones, metal roofing is recommended for its Class A fire rating and 40 to 70 year lifespan.

Most asphalt shingle roof replacements take 2 to 4 days. Metal and tile roofs take longer, typically 5 to 10 days. Permit issuance adds 1 to 2 weeks before work starts.

Yes. We serve all of Santa Clara County, including Los Gatos, San Jose, Palo Alto, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, and Saratoga. See our Santa Clara County service area page.