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Roof Height Certificates in Southern California

Prove your roof meets the height limit. Our surveyors measure and certify the height of your roof or structure relative to grade or a reference datum — exactly what plan check, variance boards, and HOAs want to see.

Tell us what the city, county, architect, or engineer requested — we’ll help determine whether you need boundary, topo, setback, hillside, or permit survey support. Call now to discuss your project.

What is a roof height certificate?

A roof height certificate is a signed statement from a licensed surveyor documenting the measured height of your roof or structure. We establish the relevant reference — existing or finished grade, or a datum set by your jurisdiction — measure the highest point of the structure in the field, and certify the resulting height so it can be relied on for permits and reviews.

When do you need one?

What's included in your deliverables

Exact deliverables depend on your project's scope and what the city, lender, or agency requires. Typical items can include:

Our process

  1. QuoteTell us about your project and the jurisdiction; we scope the work and send an estimate.
  2. Confirm the datumWe identify the grade or reference datum your reviewer requires for the height.
  3. FieldworkOur crew measures the roof and the reference points on site.
  4. CertifyWe reduce the measurements and prepare a signed roof height certificate.
  5. DeliverYou receive a sealed certificate ready to submit for permits or review.

Roof height certificates across Southern California

We provide roof height certificates throughout the region. Explore service by county:

What to have ready before requesting a quote

A little information up front helps us scope the right survey and quote it accurately:

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Frequently asked questions

What is a roof height certificate?

A roof height certificate is a signed document in which a surveyor measures the height of your roof or structure relative to grade or an established reference datum, confirming the actual height for code and permit purposes.

Why would I need a roof height certificate?

They are commonly required to demonstrate height-limit compliance for a permit, support a variance request, document new construction or a remodel, or satisfy HOA and zoning review.

What height is measured and from where?

We measure the ridge, parapet, or highest point of the structure and report it relative to existing or finished grade, or to a reference datum specified by your jurisdiction.

How long does a roof height certificate take?

Most residential certificates involve a single site visit followed by office reduction of the measurements. Turnaround depends on access, scheduling, and the datum your jurisdiction requires.

Can you measure a roof that is already built?

Yes. We can field-measure an existing or partially built structure and certify the height as constructed, which is often needed to clear an inspection or resolve a height question.

Scoped to Your Project

Survey scope and deliverables depend on title records, site conditions, and what your project requires. Call (213) 787-3342 to discuss the property and the survey you need.

Where we provide this service

Available throughout Los Angeles County and our full service area, including:

Ready to certify your roof height?

Request a quote for your project — send the address and project details and we will scope the work.

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