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Golden Rule Roofing & Construction

  • Mercer Island
  • Residential Roofing
  • Free Estimates
  • Locally Owned & Operated
  • Warranties Offered
  • Metal Roof
Hours
Mon7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Tue7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wed7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thu7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Fri7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sat7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sun7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
About the Business

At Golden Rule Roofing & Construction, we take pride in our ability to manage a diverse range of projects, from residential roof repairs to comprehensive commercial construction. Based in Mercer Island, Washington, we specialize in roof repair, emergency roof services, roof coating, waterproofing, and gutter repair. Our expertise allows us to oversee complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring that every detail is meticulously handled. Our commitment to organization and consistency sets us apart.

We understand that each project is unique, and our well-coordinated team is dedicated to delivering durable, high-quality results that provide long-term value. Whether you need a new roof for your home or extensive repairs for a commercial property, we are equipped to meet your needs with precision and care. Our extensive experience in the industry reinforces our reputation for reliability in Mine Hill Township and the surrounding regions.

What people say about “Golden Rule Roofing & Construction”?

Overall, customer feedback for Golden Rule Roofing is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting their excellent customer service, effective communication, and prompt delivery of services. Many reviews commend Doug and Mike for their responsiveness and willingness to address questions thoroughly, which contributed to a stress-free experience for clients. Customers appreciated the crew’s professionalism, promptness, and the high-quality workmanship demonstrated throughout the roofing projects. The thorough cleanup after work was particularly noted, reinforcing the company's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

What Users Like The Most
  • They completed everything ahead of schedule and left the place perfectly clean.
  • Doug and Mike took the time to answer all my questions, explaining everything in detail.
  • Their service was nothing short of exceptional, from initial scoping to inspection to installation.
  • Golden Rule Roofing provided peace of mind throughout the entire roof replacement process.
  • They provided excellent customer service and communication from start to finish.
What Users Like The Least
  • His email response lacked accuracy and was based on assumptions rather than facts.
Recommended Reviews
Overall Company Rating
Excellent 4.9
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Sue Cary
Jun 27, 2025

Golden Rule Roofing just completed a new roof for our single family home in Seattle. We couldn't be happier with their personnel, the workmanship, the care they took with our house and yard, and the finished product. Doug and Mike were readily available to oversee the work, answer questions, and address any issues. The crew was timely, hard working, and a pleasure to have around. We recommend them highly!

Whitney Buckingham-Beechie
Jun 26, 2025

Absolute excellent work and service! Highly recommend. The workers were pleasant, they completed everything ahead of schedule and left the place perfectly clean. They are an honest, hard-working company, and I trust them and respect them.

Florian Schoellhammer
May 27, 2025

I recently had the opportunity to work with Golden Rule Roofing, and although I ultimately chose a different company, my experience with them was outstanding. Doug and Mike visited my home to discuss my project—a full re-roofing prior to a solar system installation—and they provided a detailed and compelling offer.
What stood out to me was how Doug and Mike took the time to answer all my questions, explaining everything in detail, even for someone like me who knows little about roofing. Doug, in particular, explored various installation mounts for the solar system racks and explained why he recommended the HUD system over SunModo's easy mounts. Their expertise and patience made me feel well taken care of throughout the entire process.
It was a very close decision, and even though I didn't go with Golden Rule Roofing this time, I can wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone considering roofing services. Definitely give them a try—I think you'll be in good hands!

Jennifer Beatty
May 6, 2025

These guys were amazing. From the quick response to my first inquiry to answering my questions after they were finished and everything in between. The price was reasonable and the customer service was great. I haven’t even found a single nail or scrap of shingle in my yard!

Steven Duras
May 6, 2025

Doug and his team went above and beyond with our new roof. They explained the process fully, went through the cost structure and were very easy to work with. I always felt well taken care of and that I was working with a high integrity team. I’d highly recommend them for anyone looking for a new roof in the greater Seattle area.

Cameron Moore
Apr 29, 2025

Golden Rule Roofing provided peace of mind throughout the entire roof replacement process: from the first bid to install, I felt like I was in good hands. Doug and his team are informative, courteous, professional, and fair. I would 100% recommend them to anybody looking to have their roof replaced!

Houston Lui
Mar 13, 2025

Doug and Mike were great to work with. Both were very responsive and their crew did great work. They finished in 2 days and cleaned up between both days. I would highly recommend Golden Rule Roofing.

Maureen Tracy
Jan 8, 2025

These guys were great! Nice fellows and gave me a beautiful roof for a fair price. Significantly lower that the other quote. And clean up was complete. I love it!

Susan Hauck
Nov 22, 2024

We were very happy with the roof and gutters we purchased through Golden Rule Roofing. Doug and Mike were great to interact with. They kept me updated and responded quickly to any questions. Our old roof was leaking and had a hole. Within two hours of selecting Golden Rule they had someone at our house putting a tarp over the hole to prevent any more leaking before they could replace the roof. The actual roof installation went well and they worked quickly. I definitely recommend Golden Rule.

Craig Roth
Nov 2, 2024

Doug, Mike and their crew did a great job from start to finish. Got the roof done quickly, using quality materials and with great attention to detail. Improved our gutter situation and Mike's advice on the sun tunnel (huge!) installation was perfect.
Golden Rule is one of just two out of six bidders who inspected inside and the only company to tell us our attic ventilation is fine as is and advised against making cosly and unnecessary changes. They also upgraded several items because they could be improved such as exhaust fan and other venting. They even replaced some rotten siding around the chimney.
Good price, great value.

Diana Wagner
Oct 29, 2024

My husband and I highly recommend Golden Rule Roofing. Mike and Doug and crew were great to work with. They explained the process in detail from the initial estimate to completion and kept us informed multiple times a day while working. They maintain a clean site and thorough after cleanup - they are very conscientious of a job well done. Thanks for the great roof!

Rob Stait
Oct 27, 2024

Doug and the rest of the crew at Golden Rule Roofing were professional and detail oriented from initial contact until final clean up. Communication was great as to when the job would begin and how long it would take. Unlike some other contractors, they actually wanted to see our home and asked/answered questions before submitting a bid. They weren't the cheapest nor the most expensive, but highly competitive and committed to doing quality work. I'd recommend Golden Rule Roofing to anyone.

Sandra Robinson
Oct 25, 2024

Choosing Golden Rule Roofing & Construction was the best roofing decision I made. The personal touch I received from Doug was so welcoming. He keep in touch with me every step of the way and explained every situation in a way a child could understand. Doug and team was great, they went above and beyond the contract. Would recommend them any day and time!!

Thanks Golden Rule Roofing!!

Max Louzon
Jul 23, 2024

Golden Rule Roofing did an amazing job replacing our roof in preparation for the installation of solar panels. They were easy to communicate with throughout the process which took a lot of stress out of the process. They also did not engage in any high pressure sales tactics instead offering clear and professional advice and letting us make our decision from there.

I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for help with their roof.

Mona Renner
Jul 22, 2024

Golden Rule Roofing did an amazing job of replacing our roof! They were on time, very thorough and honest in their communication, and very detailed in their work and cleanup during some super hot days! Their crew are hard workers and their finished product looks sooo good! I would be very happy to recommend them to any of my real estate clients!

Jesse Hibbs
Mar 16, 2024

We recently had the pleasure of hiring Doug and Mike to replace our roof. When we contacted them they were here to inspect our property within a couple of days. They walked us through the process, set us up with an estimate the same day they came to the house, and had a job portal ready for ease of payment and to track the project. They were able to fit us in ahead of schedule, complete the work in a day, showed us what needed to be done and walked us through the work once it was done. We were so lucky to get a great recommendation from our neighbors who also used Golden Rule Roofing and I would highly recommend them. The work is beyond exceptional and Doug and Mike are fantastic people to work with.

Liz Studer
Mar 8, 2024

Golden Rule did an excellent job on my roof, I never knew a roof could be beautiful, but it really is. The price was fair and the communication and the attention to detail that Doug and Mike gave to this project were first class. I would use them again, and again. Thankfully, I don’t think I will have to, for a long time.

Jordan
Feb 2, 2024

I reached out to Doug to ask if he could determine the age of our roof for a house my husband and I moved into recently for insurance purposes.

He emailed back and said (as a direct quote) "As you can see, your neighbors have replaced their cedar shingles with composite shingles.

It’s probably the original roof. From Google Earth, it looks old. "

How would he know if my neighbors had shake shingles? In fact, the only neighbor that had shake shingles changed their roof to metal, so he wasn't accurate.

Additionally, how can you tell anything from Google maps?? I know it is not the original roof since the house is from 1928 and the previous owners said the roof was around 10
-15 years old.

When I told him that, he said (another direct quote), "Ok, thanks for the clarification. It sounds like you have your answers."

He didn't offer to come out or really help at all. He just said "In my professional experience, you need a new roof.  That’s an old cedar Shake roof."

I don't need a new roof and I'm not impressed AT ALL with the complete lack of customer service. I will never go here for any roofing needs.

Ayesha Qamar
Jan 24, 2024

We recently had the pleasure of working with Doug and Mike to replace our leaking roof during peak rain season. From initial scoping to inspection to scheduling and installation, their service was nothing short of exceptional. We got 6 total bids from various companies and are so happy that we decided to go with Golden Rule because of their approach, pricing, and previous reviews!

They were able to work fast in a tight window of time while the rain paused for a couple of days. Golden Rule Roofing has an online portal which added to the overall positive experience. The portal provided a user-friendly platform for communication, updates, billing, and documentation, making it easy for us to stay informed throughout the project.

Their commitment to the golden rule of 'treating others as they would like to be treated' truly shines through in their work. We appreciated that they keep their workers well fed and it was very easy to interact with them at any point during the installation. We've had to do a lot of major projects done on our house and this was easily the best experience we've had.

Edward Apostol
Jan 15, 2024

Nowadays, it's hard to find a company that takes pride in their work.
From the time I met Mike and Doug from Golden Rule for an estimate, to the completion of my roofing job, they provided excellent customer service and communication.
I had my roof replacement scheduled but Mike contacted me and said they had an earlier opening due to good weather, so I took it. I'm glad I did because my roof was already leaking and the forecast showed 5 straight days of rain.

They noticed areas needing plywood replaced that 3 other companies missed.
There's also a section of my roof that takes on a lot of rain water due to the design and slope.
They suggested installing an extra layer of Ice and Water Shield Roofing Underlayment.
I'm so glad they did as I now have additional piece of mind.

I also want to give a shout out to the roofing crew from Golden Rule, they were all very professional. They laid tarp around the entire perimeter and even covered the plants/shrubs during removal of the old asphalt shingles. At the end of each work day, they cleaned up all the debris and made sure the outside was nice and tidy. They used a blower on the deck, walkways, and driveway.

One thing that was provided that nobody else did was an itemized estimate, another reason I chose this company.

I would not hesitate to recommend Golden Rule to any of my friends, family, or neighbors and already have!

Eriqua Collins
Nov 3, 2023

This company did an amazing job installing a new roof on my mothers house. They were easy to contact, schedule & provided a clear & detailed scope of work. The best part of all was they finished the work in one day. I highly recommend this company for any of your home improvement needs!

Moriah Patashnik
Oct 27, 2023

We had a fantastic experience with Mike and Doug at Golden Rule and would unequivocally recommend them to friends and family. They were thoughtful, timely, reliable, and their crew did great work. Additionally, they actually helped us with heat management in our house (which gets very hot on warm days because of our skylights—which we needed to replace). They recommended solar blinds which were reasonably priced (and offer a tax credit), and most importantly, they WORK! They significantly reduced the temperature in our hottest rooms, which was much appreciated with a four year old, an infant, and two tired adults in the house. Also, importantly, our roof looks fantastic. You won’t regret working with Mike and Doug.

Raylene Deck
Oct 14, 2023

Mike and Doug were awesome. We are very happy with our new metal roof. They were honest, professional, amazing communication and the results are great. We have recommended them to our friends for their roofing projects.

Christina Williams
Aug 3, 2023

4.5 stars! The minute I met with Doug & Mike I knew this was the company I wanted to re-roof our home. They are so friendly, down-to-earth, straight-forward, and easy-going.

The initial inspection was extremely detail oriented and thorough. When we mentioned we were also getting solar panels, they made sure to know which areas of the roof needed to be extra protected.

Whenever we had any questions, they responded immediately. We always felt heard and understood.

The roof was completed in 2 days - just 22 days after our very first meeting. Gutters & downspouts were installed the following week.

We truly can't recommend this team enough.

Micheal Lentz
Jul 7, 2023

Golden Rule provided a timely bid and were responsive to coordinate the job with. I've used them before, and again they were clean and organized on the job site, making sure everything went smoothly.

Jerrica Kostis
Jun 27, 2023

I had to have the roof replaced on my rental. I got bids from 3 roofing companies that came highly recommended on the Nextdoor app. One was a no-show so that was easy to rule-out, but the other one and Golden Rule were both excellent. I chose Golden Rule because I felt their price made more sense for the job and Mike and Doug were genuine and personable. They were also very flexible in scheduling given that my tenants are nurses who often sleep during the days. I had to prioritize their schedule and Mike and Doug were really awesome about that and communicated details so I could keep my tenants in the loop. I also appreciated their easy and secure way to pay and communicate. Every step of the process was efficient and made sense. No up-selling, either, which was refreshing. Plus, my new roof is amazing! Bottom line- they are a great roofing company! They just get it done fast and it's a quality product that comes with a warranty. I highly recommend you get an estimate from them.

deb v
Jun 11, 2023

Golden Rule Roofing roof replacement
I am very happy to report what an excellent job this company did when replacing my roof - everything from the start to finish was done perfectly - Doug and Mike were a pleasure to work with - they not only did a perfect job but gave me the best price for a high quality roof - - they really made my year!!!

Erick Huynh
May 21, 2023

Had our roof replaced and Golden Rule provided excellent service from inspecting our house, communicating with us and performing the installation. Super smooth process. Good value and professional crew. Would definitely recommend!

Doug Lockhart
Feb 7, 2023

My project was mainly to prepare our roof for a solar PV system that will cover about half of the roof area on our home. After obtaining bids from three roofing companies recommended by the solar companies I was in discussions with, I decided I wanted a Malarkey roof and Golden Rule R&C to install it. They quoted a competitive price for the best shingles out there imho so I feel we obtained a great value.

Doug completely understood what needed to be done for the solar panels and selected the Malarkey ice & water barrier not just in the roof valleys etc. but also on the roof segments where solar panels will be mounted. He also gave me fully detailed options to consider. Even before I signed the contract Doug & Mike helped me convince my solar company to use a superior rack mounting support system.

And of course I wanted the roof replaced in the middle of the rainy winter. Once I executed the contract and gave them the earliest start date, they started the project during the next break in the weather and made sure the roof was water-tight every night before they left. Mike and/or Doug came to the site every morning to support the crew and communicate with me.

Juan Carlos and his crew showed up at sunrise every day and worked hard until sunset. We could hear them banging away all day long with just a short break for lunch. There was no way they could have completed the project any faster. I wish I had their stamina. They set up tarps all the way around our house and did a terrific job cleaning up the potato chip-sized pieces of old roofing & underlayment that came off the roof.

The change orders were absolute minimum and they helped me beef up support of a sketchily-constructed chimney chase. While it is hard to get excited about a new roof, it looks fantastic as roofs go and I'm very happy to not have to worry about it for 2-3 decades. After completion and days of rain I thoroughly inspected the underside of the roof and even the one wet spot we had going in to the project was dry as a bone.

I highly recommend Golden Rule RC. If you care about competitive pricing, superior products, fair dealing, and high quality craftsmanship, these guys have got to be on your short list.

Vinh Weddle
Oct 12, 2022

Mike and Doug were great to work with. They started with an assessment over the phone, then an in person inspection to ensure there would be no surprises. A lot of other companies that I got quotes from were ok trying to just go with the phone quote - but it was important for us for an actual in person visual inspection since our roof was actively leaking.

They quoted a compettive price and were accurate in their assessment (no surprise costs after the install started or finished).

They started when they said they would (actually had an opening a day early) and completed the install on time.

Highly recommend them!

Amanda Myerson
Aug 26, 2022

While it was painful to have to replace my roof, Doug and Mike were great to work with. They communicated clearly, explained what they would be doing, and outlined the costs. When a few issues came up (my old solar tubes weren't properly installed), they quickly responded and helped me figure out a solution. I was out of town for part of the process, and they did a great job texting updates to me and sending photos. I couldn't be happier.

Casey Loose
Aug 16, 2022

The crew was excellent. Conscientious of the landscaping during prep and cleaning. Juan Carlos, Mike, and Doug were great to work with.

roger vanoosten
Aug 2, 2022

Golden Rule Roofing is the best roofer in King County. No debate, no doubt, they are the top. In the span of just a few weeks they replaced a failing roof and then returned to repair a section that was ruined by a different vendor. The communication was fantastic with the project manager texting progress reports and photos daily. The workmanship was fantastic, the installation team responsive, respectful, and fast. You need a new roof? Hire Golden Rule!

Dan L
Jul 15, 2022

I have to say that I don’t normally do reviews, but Golden Rule Roofing and Construction (GRRC) is such a refreshing anomaly in the world of construction that I had to say something. In my 44 years of home ownership that includes many remodels, I have never met a company in the construction industry that is more focused on customer satisfaction than this group. Their crew worked quickly and smoothly and did an outstanding job with cleanup.
Doug and Mike are friendly and fun to talk with and they are entirely focused on making my life as a home-owner as trouble-free as possible with respect to roof replacement. It was evident in the way that they guarantee workmanship that they wanted the whole roof to be trouble free after their work was complete. Their initial inspection went well beyond that of other roofing companies as they inspected the existing roof deck for integrity and checked to make sure the attic ventilation was adequate such that moisture and condensation would not be trapped and cause problems down the road. With their diligent attention to detail and quality I had expected their estimate to be much higher than other roofing companies – but found that was not the case. GRRC stayed true to their quoted estimate and didn’t surprise me with any unanticipated cost overruns. This is truly a pleasurable company to work with.

Turner Pittkin
Jul 14, 2022

As someone who works in the solar industry, I really appreciate a roofing company that does great work. I now recommend Golden Rule to many of my solar customers after the wonderful experience we had with them putting new shingles on our home. Mike and Doug are incredibly professional, responsive, and communicative throughout the process, everything I look for in a contractor. I'd recommend Golden Rule to anyone I know!

Tobey Clarkin
Jul 14, 2022

Mike & Doug really listened and helped us find the right solution for our roof. Very professional and great communicators.

Eric Rose
Jul 13, 2022

We had Golden Rule replace our 20-year-old roof in preparation for installation of solar panels. Mike was extremely communicative, friendly, and professional the whole time and the project proceeded on schedule and as far as we can tell, without a hitch. Mike took the time to explain everything and patiently answered all questions. Also, of the 5 or so roofers who bid on the project, he was the only one who not only came onsite (some use just satellite photos) but also went up into our attic to inspect the ventilation conditions. He also provided some special requirements to our solar installer to help maintain the integrity of the roof once the solar equipment was installed. Everything about the project gave us a lot of confidence that things were being handled expertly. Would definitely use them again.

Randy Howard
May 11, 2022

Great communication with the homeowners about the roof, unknowns about the sheathing, responses to questions, and scheduling of the delivery and re-roofing. Provided in-progress and post-project photos, too.

Noreen Olson
Apr 26, 2022

Great experience with Golden Rule Roofing & Construction. The estimate process was thorough and transparent. Mike and Doug explained everything they would be doing with the roof, skylight and gutter replacement. They explained the various roofing materials options in depth. Crew was on time everyday. They were careful with my property and mindful about keeping the bare roof dry during installation. They cleaned up daily. New roof is an improvement in all ways - better roofing materials, expertly installed, improved venting, superior skylight. I'm a very happy customer and wholeheartedly recommend them.

Lisa Younglove
Apr 8, 2022

Golden Rule replaced our roof in the fall. From start to finish, they were extremely professional and friendly. We are very happy with their work. Mike even came back months after the roof install to make sure that the solar company didn't damage the roof. I recommend Golden Rule for anyone needing a new roof!

Amanda A
Feb 3, 2022

I am so happy and thankful I found Golden Rule Roofing and Construction for my roof replacement. Doug and Mike were able to to meet me within days and provide a quote with the breakdown of all the repair and material costs. Within the week they had their team at my house and repairs completed in about 2 hours! Very impressive and professional company. I love that they worked with my specific situation and made the best recommendation for me and not just their best interest. Highly recommend these guys!

Tricia Lazzar
Nov 4, 2021

BRAVO! Golden Rule was able to come out within days of my first call to give the most thorough estimate I received. We talked through all possible problems that might come up while on site (additional work, repair of possible damaged areas, etc.) and after receiving the estimate, scheduled a follow up meeting to answer any questions I may have had. They were able to schedule the project within a few weeks. The crew was phenomenal; experienced, professional, on time, efficient, respectful, and boy do they know their stuff. They went above and beyond, were finished in less than two days, and literally left the outside of my home spotless. I was given pictures of the work while in process, and they kept me in the loop with every decision. Will absolutely recommend and will call again for any roofing needs I have in the future! Thank you so much guys, you're the best!

Brad Roberts
Oct 28, 2021

Fast and efficient and without the overhead of other quotes we saw. Followed up with great pre and post photo album.

We’d use again if we ever needed!

Christine Gibson
Oct 18, 2021

Doug and Mike are true professionals. They actually exceeded our expectations.
They know everyone is busy so they created an online site with pictures that they uploaded daily for the board’s review.
The crew were excellent at their craft and cleaned up after each shift and were very courteous to the homeowners.
Once the project was completed Doug and Mike stayed on top of the final details and even gave us recommendations for chimney and painting contractors.
They take the job they’re hired for seriously and we will be be hiring them soon to replace all of our garage roofs.
Sincerely,
Christine Gibson

Cara Kennedy
Oct 12, 2021

Doug was amazing to work with - very responsive, and quick with replies. They tried to find good solutions for us and worked in a very timely manner. I would definitely recommend them to anyone and I would use them again in the future myself. Really great work and quality!

Bill Webb
Sep 19, 2021

Being faced with the need to replace the roofs of all housing units in our 50-plus-year-old condominium complex was a daunting proposition for our HOA board. Fortunately, one of our board officers was able to endorse Golden Rule Roofing, having worked with them previously.

Doug and Mike meticulously walked us through the entire process and advised us of any special complications that might arise, made us aware of any logistical requirements they might have, such as access to patios or parking, and took great pains to make sure there were no issues with construction debris and that we were copacetic with the days and hours during which they intended to conduct their work.

We received regular updates regarding progress being made on the project, and Golden Rule conducted conferences as necessary in case any matter might arise requiring input from the board.

The quality of work was excellent – one of our homeowners is himself a professional roofer and was impressed with the workmanship and integrity demonstrated by Golden Rule.

Every homeowner I have spoken to who interacted with any of the roofers found it to be a positive experience.

We are very grateful for the patience, honesty, and professionalism demonstrated by Golden Rule Roofing, and look forward to recruiting their services when the time comes to re-roof our garages.

-Sans Souci HOA board

Christian Sandy
Sep 14, 2021

Contacted Golden Rule after having a terrible experience with a large company who just ended up not doing the work. Golden Rule was completely different. Very communicative, professional, made sure we understood what was going on every step of the way. We decided to redo our entire roof with them rather than just patching storm damage. Their work was extremely quick and of a very high quality. I should have started with Golden Rule and recommend them to everyone.

Richard Wynne
Aug 3, 2021

The Golden Rule Roofing and Construction team is an exceptionally top-notch, honest, knowledgeable company of the highest caliber.

Our project involved not only roofing but also installing gutters, insulation, skylights, and repairing areas of extensive dry rot. As an out of state part owner, I needed a company that could handle all the many facets but more importantly, one that I could trust 100%. I was so fortunate to have found Golden Rule. Doug and Mike proved to be not only extremely knowledgeable contractors but also provided the highest standards of service. As a client I felt I was always their highest priority.

As I expected, our project would have some challenges but from start to finish Doug and Mike were stellar in their communications and management of the job. Each step of the way Doug, (my main point of contact), was outstanding in providing updates, photos and responding to calls and e-mails. I so much appreciated the time they both devoted to keeping me completely informed as the job progressed.

This job had a lot of moving parts that overlapped and could have posed problems and delays. Mike excelled in keeping it all coordinated and moving forward to a successful outcome. Clearly the work of a superb, skillful, and experienced general contractor.

Furthermore, I would like to express my appreciation to all the workers on this job. From what I heard from the occupants of the property, all the workers on this project were polite, respectful and hard workers. And, they powered through the job despite a recent heat wave. Thanks to Doug, Mike and their crew of workers we now have the best roof in Ballard.

I have dealt with many contractors over many years and I can sincerely say I have never had a better experience than I had with Doug and Mike of Golden Rule. With their guiding hand the project flowed smoothly to completion; the challenges never became headaches. Golden Rule Roofing and Construction earned not only my trust but also my respect and deep gratitude.

Lynne B
Jul 25, 2021

From the first meeting, Doug and Mike were informative and helpful without being pushy. We chose this company out of 4 bids, so it took time and a lot of back and forth with detailed questions they were happy to answer. In the end, though, it is the crew you have around your house for the duration of the job. Their crew leader was responsive to us, and the whole crew was professional and respectful with us and each other. Doing a roof is an involved, expensive, and therefore stressful process. I am very glad we went with Golden Rule.

Joana A.
Jul 7, 2021

Doug and Mike answered all my questions/concerns promptly. They are very professional and yet friendly. They went above and beyond to help me with problems from my solar tubes. The crew came on-time and worked very hard throughout the day. Cleaned up the place nicely after each work day.
Quotes are very reasonable (actually the lowest bid among 3 companies). Can’t say enough good things about them. Now I understand what “Golden Rule” really means to them!
I’d recommend them to all my friends!

EVAN BRANDT
Jun 30, 2021

Highly recommend Golden Rule for your roofing needs. Mike and Doug are awesome guys to work with. They're very experienced and take a lot of pride in their crew's work. Appreciated that the attention to detail was there from the start with a very transparent quote. We got a new roof and gutters installed and couldn't be happier with the end results. Great value, especially for the quality of materials they use!

Martin Piccoli
Jun 20, 2021

My husband and I had been looking for a construction company to redo our roof and either rebuild or renew our patio cover. We'd already contacted 3 companies and had 2 bids in hand, but we didn't feel confident enough with those companies to move forward. All that changed when we met Mike and Doug from Golden Rule. From the first conversations to the final payment, we knew we were dealing with a company that valued relationships, personal attention, and professionalism. In contrast to the other companies we had approached, we felt that Golden Rule treated us like we were one of their most important clients from the get-go. Communication was not only same-day, but usually same-hour. We experienced no delays with the work and, in fact, they consistently completed work ahead of schedule. We are 100% satisfied and highly recommend Golden Rule!

Eva Yopes McMullen
May 10, 2021

Working with Mike and Doug was one of the best construction experiences I’ve had to date (and I’ve had a lot!). They were easy to communicate with, very transparent, and trustworthy. No middle men to deal with - you work directly with them and they responded to every question quickly (and with patience!) They explained things clearly never did I feel like I was being ‘sold’ something. The crew that did the installation - led by Andres - was efficient and professional. They were very courteous to me and my kids and made the whole process stress free. I am thrilled with the final product and even more thrilled it was easy and straightforward as it was!

Irene Parker
Apr 25, 2021

We would highly recommend Golden Rule Roofing & Construction, they did everything they said they would and the new roof is great. We talked to 4 roofers before deciding on Golden Rule, they were the only one who went thru their bid line item by line item so we knew exactly what we were paying for and there were no hidden surprises. We ended up needing to replace 33 sheets of plywood and they showed us the why. We really appreciate Doug & Mike's honesty. The crew worked hard and fast and the yard looked like they'd never been there when they were done.

Tom Butler
Mar 9, 2021

Golden Rule Roofing and Construction was excellent in their communication, super clear in their bid and billing, and remarkably prompt in completing the job. I'd contract with them again for sure!

Brooke Fitts
Feb 4, 2021

Had a wonderful experience with Golden Rule and their team. They were so professional, courteous, and wonderfully communicative with our full roof replacement. They left our property very clean, and their work is exceptional. They're also great at explaining their estimates in depth and answering any and all questions thoroughly. Would hire again, but hopefully won't need another roof anytime soon!

Andy Yatteau
Dec 1, 2020

Being a contractor myself, I tend to scrutinize the technical details and do a through comparison of all the bids I receive for a project. Doug and Mike were able to check all the boxes that made me feel comfortable hiring them for my roof and gutter replacement. The project was completed ahead of projected, and done in a efficient and professional manner. They under promised and over delivered on my expectations. Definitely a no brainer to hire these guys!

Jeffrey Peterson
Oct 20, 2020

Starting with the first phone call to Golden Rule Roofing & Construction, we new this was who we were going to have do our roof replacement and repair. There were many phases and some unknowns to our project which all were handled we great ease. The detailed and easy communication with all of the teams answering many of my questions. Mike always said to me if there was a something on my mind to just let the team know, I did. The care and workmanship was second to none thru out our project. Let me just take a minute to talk about the people. Julie, Doug, Mike, Leslie and all of the other members. You all are professional, hardworking, intelligent, kind and friendly we appreciate you, and all that you have done and put into out project.

Thank you sincerely. Jeff and Cynthia.

PS... I must say and do believe we have the best looking roof on the block..

Dana Kelly
Oct 9, 2020

From the initial inquiry to the final project completion, Golden Rule Roofing provided us with all the elements of a great client experience while getting an excellent finish product.

They weren't the first company that we contacted, but they were the first to respond, and they were actually able to give us a preliminary overview and estimate the same day that we inquired, no other company came close to providing such a timely response. Timelines were very crucial for our newly purchased home and their efforts were greatly appreciated and unmatched.

As a first time home owner, I had many questions about replacing our roof and gutters. I did a lot of research for the best solution for our home. Golden Rule really took the extra time to explain the technical aspects of the project which instilled great confidence in our decision to work with them, and it proved to be the right decision for us as our finish product couldn't have turned out to be any better.

I personally have worked as a project manager in the automotive industry for many years and I am admittedly hyper critical as a consumer when it comes to the things that I value as a professional in terms of customer service and quality in products and services, especially when it comes to crucial items like our home. I am genuinely impressed with how much effort Doug and Mike put forward to helping us navigate the entire process of diagnosing our fatigued roof, gutters and mold riddled attic space. They provided us with several options, and were very personable and honest about what our best options were while weighing the Pros and Cons of each option.

They were understanding of our budget and worked with us to get the best value for our money. And we got a great finished product that exceeded our expectations as a result. They genuinely care about the happiness of their clients, and we greatly appreciated their efforts.

Once we had identified all of our concerns and agreed on what we wanted, we were provided with a very comprehensive clarification of what we could expect at each stage of the process, which we appreciated so much. No pressure, no surprises or oversights. They made the time to sit down (Zoom Meeting) and go over our estimate and explain each individual line item in detail and answer all of our questions. Super transparent, time efficient and reassuring, no gray areas to wonder about.

It's clear that they have real professional experience and company goals to provide the highest level of customer service with customer experience at the forefront of their operations. So refreshing to discover in todays landscape.

Their crew was very friendly and respectful of our home which was also greatly appreciated. They were a head down, hard working crew of really cool guys that were happy to be there. I feel like they were extremely technically proficient and just a great example of a solid, organizationally happy and healthy team.

The previously poorly vented attic and mold issue was effectively resolved by their suggested design to completely modify the venting system, and the attic really performs so much better now! It used to be incredibly hot and damp in the warm summer weather, now its breezy, cool and dry. I feel confident that the air quality is going to be much healthier for us as well as cooler in temperature in the warmer weather.

The Roof looks amazing and probably will for decades to come! The new gutters and gutter guards, as well as the metal roof have already proven to completely out perform the previous design in this recent rainy, windy weather. This thing cranks at shedding and channeling water! We were also surprised at how quiet the metal roof was in heavy rain, no annoying, tinny rain drop sounds whatsoever. The roof feels so solid and secure. At the end of the day, we are very happy with the entire process working with Doug and Mike and the entire team at Golden Rule Roofing. Great company, great products, great service.

Thank you Doug and Mike for providing great value and experience for our new home!

Cheers!
Dana & Jessica

Jane Goto
Aug 25, 2020

Loved the fact that site was tidied up at the end of each day. Wonderful roofing and gutter crews. Great job.

Peter Renn
Aug 12, 2020

This company is fantastic! Doug and his crew were very professional and did an excellent job replacing the roof and gutters on our house. As longtime homeowners, we have done many projects on houses and this was one of the best experiences. I highly, highly recommend their services.

shelley callaghan
Jul 21, 2020

These guys were amazing! Everything about the experience was outstanding. From start to finish, they exceeded my expectations. Great quality job overall and I loved how quickly they got the job done! Thank you!!!

Michael Mallagh
Jul 21, 2020

Doug and Mike (and the team) did an amazing job and would definitely use them again! I really appreciated how thorough the roof inspection was and the recommendations that were made, my clients were happy as well. Honest and quality construction, you'll be in great hands with Golden Rule Roofing!

Michelle Murillo-Renn
Jul 16, 2020

Thanks to Golden roll roofing and construction of Seattle, we love our new 30 year roof. It is a gorgeous sleek line and the new skylights with the solar powered blinds add to the value of her home not to mention that it cuts down the heat in the summer. We also had our chimney removed as we are moving into the gas age for the fire place. That crew was great!

Our sales team was a true pleasure to work with. Helpful in giving us enough information and options (we chose the Corning True Definition roof) that would not overwhelm us at the cost that is truly unbeatable.

Doug, Mike and the crews were on time, organized and respectful to our home, flowerbeds and gardens.

Doug was always around if we had questions. Working with the roofers to help clean up during the day and making sure the roofers were safe and well hydrated throughout the day.

When the roof was completed, we also had Golden Rule put in new gutter system for us too. That crew was also courteous, clean and efficient.

We couldn't be more happier with the job they did!

We would highly recommend them!

Sincerely
Rich and Michelle Renn

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We Answer Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing questions
1. What is the average roof replacement cost for a residential home?
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The average roof replacement cost for a residential home typically ranges from $7,000 to $15,000, depending on factors such as roof size, chosen materials, roof pitch, and labor rates in your area. Premium materials or complex designs may increase the price.

2. How much does it usually cost to replace the roof of a commercial building?
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The cost to replace the roof of a commercial building typically ranges from $5 to $12 per square foot, depending on several factors such as roof size, material, labor rates, building type, and local code requirements.

3. What factors affect the overall roof repair cost?
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Several factors influence roof repair cost, including the extent of the damage, roof accessibility, material type, labor costs, and whether it’s a general repair or an emergency fix. Minor repairs can start around $150–$400, while major repairs may exceed $1,500.

4. What is the typical roof leak repair cost, and how is it calculated?
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Roof leak repair cost generally ranges from $300 to $800, depending on the size and location of the leak, the materials required, and labor intensity. Complex leaks involving structural repairs or interior damage will cost more.

5. What is the average flat roof repair cost for commercial buildings?
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Flat roof repair cost for commercial properties usually ranges from $500 to $3,000, depending on the roofing material (TPO, EPDM, PVC), the extent of the damage, and roof accessibility.

6. How much is the mobile home roof replacement cost compared to traditional homes?
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Mobile home roof replacement cost typically ranges from $3,000 to $8,000, making it generally more affordable than traditional home roof replacements, due to smaller size and simpler structure.

Service questions
1. Should I stay home during roof replacement?
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It's not necessary to stay home during roof replacement. Roofing work is noisy and can cause vibrations inside the house, which might be uncomfortable. Most homeowners choose to leave during major parts of the project, but our team ensures safety and keeps you updated, whether you're home or not.

2. How long does roof replacement take?
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The timeline for a roof replacement typically ranges from one to three days, depending on the size and complexity of the roof, weather conditions, and material type. Larger or more intricate roofs may take a bit longer, but we always aim for efficient, timely completion.

3. How to hire a roofing contractor?
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To hire a roofing contractor, start by researching local companies with good reviews and proper licensing. Request quotes from multiple contractors, verify their insurance and certifications, and ask for references. Always ensure you get a written contract that outlines the scope of work, timeline, and payment terms.

4. How to check if a roofing company is legit?
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Check if a roofing company is legit by verifying their business license, insurance, and local certifications. Look for memberships in professional associations, read customer reviews, and ask for recent project references. A legitimate company will be transparent and provide all documentation upon request.

5. How to choose a roofing company?
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When choosing a roofing company, consider their experience, customer reviews, warranty offerings, and quality of materials. Make sure they provide clear communication, detailed estimates, and a solid portfolio of completed projects. Local expertise is also a major advantage for understanding regional roofing needs.

6. How do you know if your roofing contractor is ripping you off?
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Warning signs that your roofing contractor might be ripping you off include vague contracts, pressure to pay large upfront deposits, lack of proper documentation, and unexplained price increases. Always ask for itemized estimates and written guarantees, and avoid contractors who avoid answering your questions directly.

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