Roof Replacement in Clive, Iowa

Clive's housing stock is largely from the 1970s and 1980s, which means a huge share of the city is on its second or third roof right now. Original cedar shakes got replaced with 3-tabs in the 1990s, those got replaced with early architectural shingles in the 2000s and 2010s, and many of those architectural shingles are now at end-of-life. The established neighborhoods around Greenwood Park, the I-235 corridor, and along 86th Street are all in active replacement cycles.

Bakeris Roofing has been replacing Clive roofs since 1990. We've worked through multiple generations of Clive housing — from the original mid-century ranches to the newer developments near the Country Club. The common Clive issue we find is aging decking. Many 1970s-80s Clive homes have OSB or 1/2" plywood decking that's been through 40+ Iowa winters. We inspect and replace decking as needed during every tear-off.

Tree canopy is another Clive factor. Established Clive neighborhoods have mature oaks, maples, and pines that shade roofs heavily — which sounds good but actually shortens shingle life because shaded shingles stay wetter, accumulate moss and algae, and deteriorate faster than sun-exposed shingles. We recommend algae-resistant shingles (most modern architectural products include this) for Clive's shaded lots.

We install Class 4 impact-resistant architectural shingles on most Clive roof replacements — Owens Corning Duration FLEX, GAF Timberline HDZ RS, or Malarkey Vista. These resist Iowa hail, carry 130+ mph wind ratings, and earn most Iowa homeowners a 10-30% insurance discount. Full system includes synthetic underlayment, ice-and-water shield at eaves and valleys, new drip edge, new pipe boots, ridge vent, and our lifetime workmanship warranty.

Call (515) 967-8199 or request a free Clive roof estimate. We meet your insurance adjuster on-site for claim replacements.