Dilpreet Singh is the founder of Throne Roofing, a roofing company based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, serving homeowners across Calgary, Edmonton and Saskatchewan. The guides on this site focus on what matters for Canadian prairie roofs: snow load, ice dams, freeze-thaw cycles and the details that keep water out. Questions or corrections: support@throneroofing.online
Throne Roofing Inc. is a roofing contractor serving Calgary, Edmonton and parts of Saskatchewan. It installs, repairs and replaces roofs on homes and commercial buildings. If you’re comparing roofers in the prairies, this guide explains what Throne Roofing does, how to judge any roofer in this region, and what homeowners say matters most.
What Is Throne Roofing and Who Does It Serve?
Throne Roofing is a roofing company that has worked since 2021 on residential and commercial roofs in Calgary, Edmonton and Saskatchewan. Its services include shingle replacement, repairs, and commercial roofing. Before hiring any roofer, check their insurance, WCB coverage and written warranty terms.
That’s the short answer. The rest of this page covers the details, plus the questions local homeowners actually argue about online: tear-off damage, insurance, who supplies the shingles, and which contractors people recommend.
Trusted Roofing Experts Since 2021
Throne Roofing started in 2021, which makes it a young company next to firms that have operated in Alberta for 30 or 40 years. Age alone doesn’t make a roofer good or bad. What matters is crew quality, how jobs are supervised, and whether the company is still around to honour a warranty in year 8.
A newer firm should be able to show recent completed projects, proof of insurance and a clear process. Ask for all three. A roofer who hesitates on any of them is telling you something.
Here’s a quick view of the company at a glance.
| Detail | Throne Roofing Inc. |
|---|---|
| Operating since | 2021 |
| Service areas | Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatchewan |
| Property types | Residential and commercial |
| Core work | Installation, repair, replacement |
| Best checked before hiring | Insurance, WCB clearance, written warranty |
Our Commitment to Safety and Quality
Roofing is one of the more dangerous trades, and in Alberta and Saskatchewan the provincial workers’ compensation boards (WCB Alberta and WCB Saskatchewan) expect contractors to carry coverage. If an uninsured worker falls off your roof, you can end up in a painful legal and financial position as the property owner.
Safety also shows up in the quality of the finished roof. Crews that use proper fall protection tend to work more carefully, protect landscaping and clean up properly. Sloppy sites usually mean sloppy roofs.
Ask any contractor these three questions:
- Can you send a current WCB clearance letter?
- Who is on site every day as the foreman?
- How do you protect the yard, gutters and plants during tear-off?
That last question matters more than people expect, as the next section shows.
Our Core Roofing Services
Throne Roofing focuses on the work most prairie properties need. The table below shows the usual service categories and what each typically involves.
| Service | What it covers | Typical situation |
|---|---|---|
| Shingle replacement | Full tear-off and new asphalt shingle system | Aging roof, hail damage |
| Roof repair | Leaks, flashing, missing shingles | Storm damage, wear at valleys |
| Residential roofing | Houses, garages, townhomes | Homeowner replacement or upgrade |
| Commercial roofing | Flat and low-slope systems | Plazas, warehouses, offices |
| Inspections and estimates | Written condition assessment | Pre-purchase, insurance claim |
Residential Roofing: What Homeowners Should Expect
A residential roof job in Calgary or Edmonton usually runs through the same stages. Understanding them helps you spot a shortcut.
- Inspection and estimate. The roofer measures the roof, checks the decking and flags problems.
- Material selection. Common choices include IKO Cambridge and similar architectural shingles.
- Tear-off. Old shingles and underlayment come off. This is where yards get damaged.
- Deck repair. Rotten or damaged sheathing is replaced.
- Installation. Underlayment, ice and water shield, starter strip, shingles, flashing and ventilation.
- Cleanup and inspection. Magnetic sweep for nails, final walk-through.
What if the crew damages my landscaping?
It happens more than roofers like to admit. One homeowner complaint that keeps surfacing in local threads is that a crew “absolutely mangled” a tree in the front yard while throwing shingles off the roof. Shingles are heavy, and tossing them over the edge is fast but rough on plants, fences and cars.
Before work starts, agree on these points in writing:
- Where debris will land (tarps, a bin, or a chute)
- Which trees and shrubs get covered or tied back
- Who pays if something is damaged
A good roofer will say yes to all of it without fuss.
Should I pay for shingle delivery and roof loading?
Yes, in most cases. One local homeowner’s advice was to pay for delivery and loading the shingles onto the roof, roughly $200 to $250, and call it money well spent. That fits what crews say. A bundle of shingles weighs around 30 kg, and a typical house needs dozens of bundles. Hand-carrying them up a ladder is slow, tiring and increases the chance of damaged shingles and sloppy work.
Can I supply my own shingles?
You can ask, but most reputable roofers will say no. One common view among contractors is that no good roofing company will let you supply the shingles. It complicates the manufacturer warranty, makes it unclear who is responsible if a bundle is defective, and removes part of the job’s revenue. If a roofer agrees too easily, ask how the warranty would work.
Commercial Roofing in Calgary, Edmonton and Saskatchewan
Commercial roofs are a different animal. Most are flat or low-slope, which means membrane systems rather than shingles. Drainage, seams and flashing details decide whether the roof lasts 15 years or leaks in 5.
The Alberta Roofing Contractors Association (ARCA) lists member contractors and is a useful place to verify a commercial roofer. ARCA members also appear in its directory by region, covering southern, central and northern Alberta.
| Factor | Residential (pitched) | Commercial (flat or low-slope) |
|---|---|---|
| Common material | Asphalt shingles | Membrane systems, metal |
| Main risk | Wind, hail, ice damming | Ponding water, seam failure |
| Typical warranty | Manufacturer plus workmanship | System warranty from manufacturer |
| Disruption to occupants | Low to moderate | Can be high, needs scheduling |
Ask commercial roofers for references from buildings similar to yours, and ask how they handle tenants during the work.
Throne Roofing Reviews and What Local Homeowners Say About Roofers
Throne Roofing reviews are worth reading directly on Google and its listings. Don’t rely on any single quote, including the ones below, which come from general homeowner discussions about Prairie roofers, not from Throne Roofing customers.
The patterns are consistent. Homeowners praise honesty and thoroughness. One person described a contractor as the most honest and thorough with a rather complex roof issue. Another said shingles installed by A. Clark Roofing in 2019 were still intact with never a loose shingle. Others named Save-On Roofing, RBM Roofing (used by several people on one street), MZ Roofing (praised for responding quickly) and Jayson Global Roofing (which installs IKO Cambridge).
Complaints are just as consistent. Wilderness Roofing draws harsh criticism in some online threads, including advice to spend a few minutes reading Reddit before hiring anyone. Treat that kind of comment as a prompt to investigate, not as proof. Check the contractor’s reviews on several platforms and ask for recent references.
How do I read roofing reviews without being fooled?
Look for specifics. “Great job” tells you nothing. “They replaced our deck boards, sent photos and finished in two days” tells you something. Also read the owner’s responses to bad reviews, because they show how a company behaves when it makes a mistake.
Will My Insurance Cover a New Roof?
Not always, and not always in full. Many Canadian insurers have moved to depreciated or actual cash value coverage for older roofs, so you may receive less than the replacement cost. Hail is the most common reason for claims in Calgary and Edmonton.
Before signing a contract, ask your insurer:
- Is my roof covered at replacement cost or actual cash value?
- What is my hail or wind deductible?
- Do you need an inspection report or photos first?
Then ask the roofer whether they’ll provide a written damage report. It saves arguments later.
How Long Should a New Roof Last Here?
Roof lifespan depends heavily on the details nobody photographs. One question worth asking yourself: how willing are you to replace the whole roof, including sheathing and possibly framing, in 10 years? It isn’t a building code requirement, but it’s a practical test. Cheap work that skips proper ventilation, underlayment or flashing can trap moisture and rot the deck, and that turns a roof replacement into a structural repair.
| Quality factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Ice and water shield at eaves and valleys | Prairie freeze-thaw cycles cause ice dams |
| Proper attic ventilation | Reduces moisture and shingle wear |
| Correct nailing pattern | Prevents blow-offs in chinook winds |
| Flashing details | Most leaks start at penetrations and walls |
Our Achievements
Throne Roofing positions itself around reliable, durable roofing for homes and commercial properties across three markets. For specific project counts, awards or certifications, ask the company directly and request documentation. Any claim you can’t verify shouldn’t carry weight in your decision.
Need a Free Estimate?
A free estimate should be written, itemised and based on a real inspection, not a guess from a phone call. Ask for the shingle brand and line, underlayment type, ventilation plan, deck repair pricing (per sheet), disposal, and warranty terms.
Get at least three quotes. If one is far lower than the others, find out what’s missing before you celebrate.
Why Choose Throne Roofing?
Choose any roofer on evidence. For Throne Roofing, that means confirming insurance and WCB coverage, reading current reviews, asking to see recent local work, and getting every promise in writing. The company serves a wide area, which can help if you own properties in more than one city. Its short history means you should look closely at references and warranty terms.
FAQ
Throne Roofing serves Calgary, Edmonton and Saskatchewan. It handles both residential and commercial roofing. Confirm your exact location and scheduling when you request an estimate.
Ask for proof of liability insurance and WCB coverage, check reviews on more than one platform, and request local references. Get the quote, materials and warranty in writing. Be cautious if a contractor pressures you to sign the same day.
Usually yes. Local homeowners report paying about $200 to $250 for delivery and placing bundles on the roof. It protects the shingles and saves the crew time and strain.
Most reputable roofers won’t allow it. It complicates the warranty and makes responsibility unclear if materials are defective. Ask the roofer for their material pricing instead.
It depends on your policy. Many insurers now pay depreciated value on older roofs, and hail and wind claims have deductibles. Ask your insurer what is covered before you sign with a roofer.
Document it with photos right away and contact the contractor in writing. Your contract should state who pays for landscaping damage. If it doesn’t, add that clause before work begins.
