Packing houses and cold storage
Around harvest, the packing and cold storage buildings around Delano can't afford a leaking roof. On a refrigerated building the roof does two jobs: it keeps water out, and it keeps summer heat from soaking into the space below and making the refrigeration work harder. That's why the roof system matters as much as the repair.
- Spray foam goes on as one seamless layer that seals the roof and adds insulation. It can often be applied over an existing roof that's still sound.
- Roof coatings such as Mule-Hide silicone and acrylic reflect sunlight and protect the roof underneath. Depending on the system, a coating can last in some cases up to 20 years.
- TPO is a white single-ply membrane that suits large flat roofs. We install it and repair it.
Which one fits depends on the building, the existing roof and how you use the space. We compare the options side by side in a written, itemized estimate. See commercial roofing for more.
Downtown and retail buildings
Delano's older commercial buildings and newer retail centers mostly have flat roofs behind parapet walls. On those roofs, leaks usually start at the edges: worn flashing where the roof meets the parapet, cracked coping, and scuppers or drains that clog and let water stand. We track down where the water is actually getting in, then repair, coat or recommend a new roof, whichever makes sense. Learn more about commercial roof repair.
Homes in Delano
For houses we handle roof replacements and roof repairs, including shingle roofs with products from GAF, Owens Corning and Malarkey and tile roofs, with tile repair and lift-and-relay. A typical home re-roof takes about three days. Flat sections over additions and patios get TPO or a coating. If storm damage is involved, we can help with your insurance claim. Our crew includes Spanish speakers, so you can go over the roof and the estimate in English or Spanish. Hablamos español. More on residential roofing.
Valley heat, winter fog and flat roofs
Delano gets the same long, hot summers as the rest of the valley, which dry out sealants and age roofing quickly. Winter brings its own issue: after a rain, cool, foggy days can keep a flat roof wet for a long time, so any spot where water ponds gets more time to find a weak seam. Keeping drains clear and fixing low spots early heads off a lot of leaks.
Need a roofer in Delano, day or night? Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week, and someone is on call after hours at (661) 213-2203. We tarp roofs in emergencies to help limit damage. Warranty length depends on the roof system, typically 20 years.
Delano roofing FAQ
What roof works best on a cold storage or packing building?
It depends on the building and the roof that is on it now. Spray foam seals the roof and adds insulation, coatings reflect heat and can extend the life of a sound roof, and TPO is a solid choice for large flat roofs. We inspect the roof and lay out the options with pricing in a written estimate.
Do you really come up to Delano?
Yes. We serve all of Kern County, including Delano and McFarland. Delano is about 30 miles north of our Bakersfield office on Highway 99.
Our downtown building keeps leaking along the parapet walls. Why?
Parapets are one of the most common leak points on flat-roofed buildings. Flashing wears out where the roof meets the wall, coping cracks, and clogged scuppers let water stand. We find the actual source and give you options to repair, coat or replace.
Can you help with an insurance claim for my Delano home?
Yes. If a storm or leak damaged your roof, we inspect it and give you a written, itemized estimate for the work to support your claim. Your insurance company decides what is covered.
Nearby: we also serve McFarland, Wasco and Shafter. See every town on our service areas page.
Get a free roofing estimate in Delano
Tell us about the building or home and what is going on with the roof, and we will get back to you to set up a visit. Our crew includes Spanish speakers (hablamos español).
Pioneer Roofing · 6321 Almond Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93308 · (661) 213-2203 · 8 a.m.–5 p.m. daily (Mon–Sun), on call after hours · Pioneer Roofing · Licensed & Insured · CA License #976470
Serving all of Kern County and nearby areas, plus larger projects elsewhere in California.