ROOF REPLACEMENT · CLIFTON, VA
Clifton, VA Roof Replacement & Roofing Contractor
Roof replacement for wooded Clifton lots, Little Rocky Run and the Town, by a GAF Master Elite contractor with 33+ years in business.
What we actually find on Clifton roofs
Clifton mixes custom homes on wooded lots, the Little Rocky Run neighborhood and the historic Town of Clifton. Many of the custom homes have big, complex roofs with several planes, valleys and dormers, and the tree cover keeps them shaded and damp.
What we find most is moss and algae on shaded slopes, debris packed into valleys, and dormer and chimney flashing that was caulked instead of rebuilt. We work across 20124, including Little Rocky Run and the Town of Clifton.
Roofing for Clifton homes
Most Clifton roofs get GAF architectural or designer shingles over new underlayment, with ice and water shield in the valleys, at the eaves and around penetrations. On shaded slopes, algae-resistant shingles keep the dark streaks off longer. Homes in the Town of Clifton go through the Town’s Architectural Review Board before exterior changes.
See our roofing systems for every shingle line we install.
Our roof replacements near Clifton
We have replaced roofs in Clifton with complete GAF systems. Two real jobs, described the way we would describe yours: a brick colonial in McLean, Fairfax County, and a split-level elsewhere in Northern Virginia.


What every Sunshine roof in Clifton comes with
- Full replacement, not patching. We replace roofs. We do not patch them. If your roof has years left, we will tell you so.
- GAF Master Elite contractor. A certification held by roughly the top 2% of roofing contractors.
- 50-year non-prorated material warranty with GAF-backed workmanship coverage for up to 30 years.
- Our own crews, not subcontractors, for 33+ years. Family-owned, based in Woodbridge.
- 4.9 out of 5 from verified GuildQuality customers. BBB A+.
- Virginia Class A license #2705075333 and Maryland MHIC license #05-131843. Licensed and insured.
- Free estimate, firm written price. The number does not change at the kitchen table.
- Fast reply. We call back quickly to set up your free estimate.
Our exterior work across Northern Virginia
A few finished projects. We have worked out of Woodbridge for 33+ years.



What a Clifton roof replacement actually costs
Anyone who gives you a number over the phone is guessing. Big custom roofs with many planes and valleys take more labor and material than a simple gable. On a Clifton roof, these drive the number.
- Square footage and pitch. A steep roof is slower and needs staging
- How many layers have to come off and go in the dumpster
- Decking condition, which nobody knows until tear-off
- Penetrations and planes such as dormers, skylights, chimneys and valleys
- Flashing and ventilation work the roof actually needs
- Which shingle you choose, from 3-tab up to designer
We measure your Clifton home, tell you what we find, and put a firm written price in front of you. If we discover bad decking after tear-off, you see it and you know the per-sheet price before we touch it. Financing is available if you would rather spread it out.
Clifton roofing questions, answered
How much does a roof replacement cost in Clifton, VA?
It depends on the size and complexity of the roof, how many layers come off, the decking, and which shingle you choose. Larger Clifton custom roofs with many valleys and dormers cost more. We measure your home and give you a firm written price.
Do I need approval to replace a roof in the Town of Clifton?
Yes, for homes inside the Town. The Town of Clifton is a historic district, and its Architectural Review Board approves exterior changes first. We supply the product data sheets and manufacturer color names.
Does moss or algae mean my Clifton roof needs replacing?
Not on its own. Algae streaks are mostly cosmetic, but moss holds water against the shingles. If the shingles under it are curling or losing granules, replacement is usually the right call, and we will tell you which it is.
Who replaces roofs in Clifton, VA?
Sunshine Contracting replaces roofs in Clifton as a GAF Master Elite contractor, a certification held by roughly the top 2% of roofing contractors. We have done GAF roofs in Clifton with our own crews, and we have been family-owned for 33+ years.
Do I need HOA approval to replace a roof in Little Rocky Run?
Plan on it. Little Rocky Run’s HOA reviews exterior changes, usually including shingle color. We supply the product data sheets and manufacturer color names. We work closely with the committees, we have a great relationship with plenty of HOAs in the area, and it has never been a problem for us.
Do you replace roofs in Little Rocky Run and the Town of Clifton?
Yes, and across Clifton’s 20124 ZIP code. Live near the Town line? Ask us.
Book a free roof estimate in Clifton
Someone comes out, measures the roof and looks at the boots, flashing, valleys and vents. You get a firm written price, and if the roof has a few good years left, we say so.
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