Drake's local roofers

Roofing in Drake, SK - W Contracting

Professional roof replacements, repairs, storm restoration and eavestroughs for Drake homeowners. We use premium GAF materials and back every roof with a 10-year workmanship warranty, built to hold up through every Saskatchewan season.

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Our services

Comprehensive roofing in Drake

We keep Drake homes protected through every season, including:

Need roof repair in Drake, a Drake roof replacement, or storm and hail damage restoration? W Contracting brings the craftsmanship and a 10-year warranty to every Drake roof.

Local roofers

Serving the Drake community

Local expertise you can trust

We know Drake, from older village homes and farm/acreage buildings to modest turnover, and we build to Saskatchewan code for our climate. Older, established prairie homes plus farm and acreage outbuildings - vintage stock that needs maintenance and re-roofing rather than new-build work.

Built for Drake's weather

Drake sits in central Saskatchewan's continental storm pattern - a May-to-September hail and thunderstorm season, heavy snow load, and pronounced freeze-thaw cycling. Our roofing systems are built for it: ice and water shield at the eaves, full underlayment, GAF shingles, and proper ventilation so your home stays protected year-round.

Local challenges

Common roofing challenges in Drake, SK

Because of Drake's climate and housing mix, these are the problems we see most:

Ice damming and heavy snow load

Prairie winters drift dry snow unevenly across a roof, and the freeze-thaw at the eaves builds ice dams that force water back up under the shingles. Drake's long cold season makes this the number-one roof problem here.

Aging roofs on established homes

Older Drake homes, especially around older village homes and farm/acreage buildings, are well past their first shingle cycle, and worn asphalt gets brittle and cracks fast in the cold.

Storm and wind damage

Drake sits in central Saskatchewan's continental storm pattern - a May-to-September hail and thunderstorm season, heavy snow load, and pronounced freeze-thaw cycling. Wind lifts and creases shingles and strips ridge caps, and hail bruises the mat under the granules where you cannot see it from the ground.

Poor attic ventilation

In Drake's deep-freeze winters a poorly vented attic traps moisture that rots the deck from below, and in summer it bakes the shingles. Getting the venting right is half of why a roof lasts.

Eavestrough and drainage problems

Blocked or undersized eavestroughs overflow, feed ice dams in winter, and dump water against the foundation during spring melt. We size and slope them to actually move water off the roof.

W Contracting understands these local challenges and fixes the cause, not just the wet spot, to keep your Drake home protected.

Our community

All about Drake, SK

Founded around 1908 and named after Sir Francis Drake, the English sea captain - many village streets carry the names of Drake and his crew (Francis, Howard, Norreys, Hawkins, Gilbert). A landlocked prairie grain village themed around an Elizabethan privateer. Today Drake is home to about 197 people. A farming community - Drake Meat Processors and Bergen Industries are notable local employers. The Drake Canucks senior hockey team (2023 provincial 'A' champions); the Sir-Francis-Drake street-naming theme.

From older village homes and farm/acreage buildings to modest turnover, a solid roof matters here, because Saskatchewan weather does not let a worn one slide. W Contracting serves Drake with honest assessments, clean job sites, and a 10-year workmanship warranty on every roof we install, from emergency leak repairs to full replacements.

Real reviews

What Drake homeowners say

42+ Google reviews · W Contracting

We had a leaky roof and what we thought was going to be a total nightmare and financial disaster turned out to be a relaxing, stress-free and affordable process. Nathan kept communication going and was patient and knowledgeable when I was choosing shingles. We were so impressed we didn't bother getting quotes from other companies. It's W Contracting all the way!

Sarah Gennrich · Sep 2025 · Google

We were fortunate to find W Contracting when we needed a roof replacement. An earlier company kept saying they'd start in a few days and then never showed up. Nathan and his crew were methodical and willing to do the little extras a shingling job requires. Prompt, quick, thorough, and left the site very tidy. A very solid 10 out of 10.

T Oakes · Feb 2025 · Google

We had Nathan out for a hail estimate and the service was nothing short of remarkable. The estimate he provided, along with his knowledge and advice, was so thorough that even my insurance adjuster took note. I highly recommend W Contracting for all your roofing needs!

Rob · Mar 2025 · Google

We had new shingles put on our home and had a very positive experience with Nathan and his crew. They have a great selection of shingles to choose from and a great warranty. Thank you for treating our home well and making the roof look great.

Rigel C. · Jul 2025 · Google

From repairing the roof, installing new shingles, clean-up and competitive pricing, they were professional and efficient in every step. Would trust them to do a roof anytime and will recommend them to everyone we know.

Crystal Lee · Jul 2025 · Google

Nathan came out at 3 am to re-tarp my roof after the tarp was torn off in a storm. They did a fantastic job with everything, including clean up. I would fully recommend them. 5 plus stars.

Terry Wishlow · Jul 2024 · Google

Nathan was fast and efficient fixing my rain gutter after it blew down during the night! Very friendly, would definitely recommend.

Leigha Wilson · May 2025 · Google

Would recommend Nathan and his team to anyone looking for a quality roof job. They were very accommodating with my time frame, budget and the nature of the job. Left the site clean and tidy. A+

Phil Demers · Sep 2025 · Google

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions, Drake roofing

How long does a roof replacement take in Drake?

Most Drake roof replacements are done in a single day once the job is booked and materials are staged. Larger or steeper roofs can run into a second day. Weather can shift the schedule, and we will always keep you posted.

Do you provide a warranty on your Drake roofing work?

Yes. Every roof we install in Drake carries a 10-year workmanship warranty, on top of the GAF System Plus manufacturer warranty on the materials. If anything in our work needs attention in that window, we come back.

How do I know if I need a full replacement or just a repair?

A free inspection settles it. If your roof is generally sound and the damage is local, a repair is the right call and we will say so. If it is past its lifespan or the leaks are spreading, we will lay out the honest math.

How do you handle heavy snow loads and ice dams in Drake?

We install ice and water shield along the eaves to stop ice damming, full underlayment, and proper attic ventilation so heat and moisture do not get trapped. That detailing is exactly what Drake's winters demand.

Do you help with storm damage and SGI insurance claims?

Yes. We are HAAG Certified, so we inspect the way an adjuster does, document everything with photos and video, and work alongside your adjuster so the approved scope reflects the real, storm-caused damage.

Which areas of Drake do you serve?

We serve all of Drake, including older village homes and farm/acreage buildings, modest turnover, and the surrounding area. We quote any project within about two hours of Saskatoon, including acreage and farm roofs.

Service access

Driving directions and service access, Drake

W Contracting serves Drake and the surrounding area. With easy access via Hwy 20 and Hwy 16 (Yellowhead) nearby, our crews reach your home quickly for scheduled inspections and storm response.

From Saskatoon, SK

Saskatoon is our home base in Saskatoon. We roof there regularly and reach Drake on the same routes, usually same-week for inspections and fast after a storm.

From Martensville, SK

Martensville is 8 km north of Saskatoon. We roof there regularly and reach Drake on the same routes, usually same-week for inspections and fast after a storm.

From Warman, SK

Warman is 20 km north of Saskatoon. We roof there regularly and reach Drake on the same routes, usually same-week for inspections and fast after a storm.

Getting here

Transportation and access, Drake, SK

Drake connects to the rest of central Saskatchewan by several main routes, including:

Hwy 20

Hwy 20 is a key route through east-central Saskatchewan and part of our access toward Drake.

Hwy 16 (Yellowhead) nearby

The Yellowhead (Hwy 16) is the main east-west highway across the prairies, and our crews use it to reach Drake and the communities strung along it.

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