Roofing in the Village of Tijeras
Tijeras sits at about 6,382 feet where Tijeras and Cedro canyons meet, 16 miles east of Albuquerque. Mountain weather, canyon wind and wildfire risk all shape how we roof here.
What's Different About Roofing in Tijeras
The Village of Tijeras was incorporated in 1973, but its Spanish settlement dates to 1763. It sits at I-40 Exit 175, where old Route 66 passes through and NM 14 heads north toward Cedar Crest and NM 337 heads south.
At about 6,382 feet, Tijeras gets colder winters and more snow than Albuquerque, and the canyon channels wind. Roofs here need to handle snow, freeze-thaw and strong gusts, and many homes sit among piñon and juniper that raise wildfire exposure.
Roofing in Tijeras: What to Know
Tijeras is a small village of about 465 people, but it has its own Planning and Zoning Commission. It is also part of the East Mountain area the 2015 Community Wildfire Protection Plan rates at high risk of wildfire loss.
Village and County Both Involved
Tijeras Planning and Zoning reviews building work, and permits come from Bernalillo County Planning and Development Services. We confirm with the Village whether your project needs its review, then pull the County permit.
Snow, Ice and Canyon Wind
We check eaves, valleys and flashing for freeze-thaw wear, and fastening and edge metal for wind. Those are the first places mountain roofs fail.
Wildfire-Aware Roofing
Fire-resistant roof coverings, screened vents and clean gutters all help a house resist embers. We explain the options on every East Mountains roof report.
Mountain Weather on a Roof
Snow that melts by day and refreezes at night can back water up at the eaves. Wind through the canyon lifts shingle edges and loosens trim. Over time both loosen fasteners and sealants. A Tijeras roof inspection focuses on those failure points.
See our East Mountains page for more on mountain roofing.
Wildfire and Roof Choices
When a Tijeras roof needs replacing, material choice matters. Metal roofing and other Class A fire-rated systems resist embers, and Enviroshake gives a wood-shake look without real cedar. Our fire-resistant roofing guide compares them.
Hail and the Monsoon
The monsoon runs June 15 to September 30. The July 12, 2025 hailstorm crossed the East Mountains with hail up to 1.75 inches, and our storm page has the map. Hail bruising is often invisible from the ground, so an inspection is the only way to know.
What a Tijeras Roof Report Covers
We inspect the roof covering, flashing, eaves, valleys, ventilation and gutters, look for hail, wind and snow damage, and photograph everything. You get a written report, free, with no obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Tijeras and the rest of the East Mountains, including Cedar Crest and Sandia Park, are part of our service area.
Building permits come from Bernalillo County Planning and Development Services, and the Village Planning and Zoning Commission reviews building work. We check with the Village on your project and handle the permit.
Tijeras is in an area rated at high wildfire risk. We recommend fire-resistant options and will explain them in your roof report.
Yes. No cost, no obligation.
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