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Roofing by Watson Exteriors

Alberta · Saskatchewan · Manitoba

Roofing built
for hail country.

Watson Exteriors installs asphalt shingle, Class 4 impact-resistant shingle, low-slope and custom metal roofing across Calgary and area, Regina and Saskatchewan, and Winnipeg and Manitoba. Every job starts with an on-site measure — not a phone quote — and finishes with a written scope naming the exact product, colour and square footage before anything is ordered. If a storm's involved, we handle the hail inspection and insurance side too. On-site assessments are $150.

What's involved

Roofing,
done properly.

Four systems, chosen for the roof rather than for whatever is easiest to order.

Shingle · Class 4 · Low slope · Metal

Asphalt shingle

The standard roofing choice — a wide range of colours and profiles, and the most cost-effective option for a straightforward reroof.

Class 4 impact-resistant shingle

Class 4 is the top impact-resistance rating for asphalt shingles. Across the prairie hail belt — southern Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba — many insurers offer a premium discount for it, so the upgrade often pays for part of itself over the life of the roof.

Low-slope roofing

Flat and low-slope roof systems, detailed properly at the drains and edges where most low-slope failures actually start.

Custom metal roofing

Standing seam and other metal roofing, fabricated in-house to the building's own profile rather than stock parts — see our custom metal page for the full detail.

Hail damage on a roof

Most hail damage isn't obvious from the ground — bruised shingles often show as a soft spot where the granules have been knocked loose, not a visible hole, and fail a season or two later. If a storm's involved, our hail damage and insurance claims page walks through exactly how we inspect, document and work with your adjuster.

Recent work

See it finished.

A sample of recent exterior projects across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

Full exterior with custom metal — photo 1
Full exterior with custom metal — photo 2
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Full exterior

Full exterior with custom metal

Cladding and fabricated metal detailing completed together as one package.

Exterior renovation — photo 1
Exterior renovation — photo 2
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Full exterior

Exterior renovation

Full elevation rebuild, photographed before and after the crew wrapped up.

Siding replacement — photo 1
Siding

Siding replacement

New siding across the full elevation, trim finished to match.

The full gallery covers siding, roofing, custom metal and complete exterior packages.

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Common questions

Roofing.

How much does a roof replacement cost in Calgary?

Cost depends on the roof's size, pitch, number of layers being removed and the material you choose, which is why we don't quote a square-foot rate over the phone. Every job is measured on site first, and you get a written scope with the exact products, colours and square footage before we order anything.

What is Class 4 shingle and is it worth it?

Class 4 is the top impact-resistance rating for asphalt shingles. Across the prairie hail belt — southern Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba — many insurers offer a premium discount for it, so the upgrade often pays for part of itself over the life of the roof.

How long does a roof replacement take?

A straightforward roof is usually a day or two once materials land. A full claim covering roofing, siding, eavestrough and screens runs longer and depends on how quickly the adjuster signs off. We'll give you a realistic window in the written scope, not a best case.

Do I need a permit to reroof in Alberta?

Permit requirements vary by municipality and depend on things like whether the roof structure itself is changing. We check what's required for your address as part of the on-site visit, so it's handled before work starts, not after.

What's the difference between shingle and metal roofing?

Asphalt shingle is the standard choice — lower upfront cost, wide colour range, and Class 4 options built for hail. Standing seam metal costs more to install but sheds snow and hail better and typically lasts longer before it needs replacing. Which one makes sense usually comes down to budget, roof pitch and how long you're planning to stay in the house — we'll walk through the trade-offs on site.

Next step

Ready to talk
specifics?

Send the address and what's going on. On-site estimates are $150 and include a measured written scope plus the photographs behind it.