Service Area · Douglas County

Your roofer in Drain, Oregon.

Tucked where Elk Creek meets Pass Creek at the head of Highway 38, Drain is a tight, green, tree-shaded valley — and that shade is exactly what works roofs hardest here. We're a family-owned Douglas County roofing company, and we keep Drain roofs sound through the long wet winters and the moss they invite.

Quick answer

Mistletoe Construction is a family-owned, Oregon-licensed roofer (CCB #255729) serving Drain, Oregon from nearby Riddle. We handle roof replacement, roof repair, metal roofing, and moss removal for the Elk Creek and Pass Creek valleys. Most asphalt reroofs in Drain run roughly $10,000–$25,000 with a full tear-off, and right now every new roof gets $500 off plus free whole-home gutters on qualifying jobs of $20,000+. Call or text (541) 670-5005 or get an Instant Roof Estimate online.

Local Knowledge

What Drain roofs are up against.

Drain sits at the northern edge of Douglas County, where Elk Creek and Pass Creek come together and Highway 38 peels off toward Reedsport and the coast. It's a compact timber town wrapped in steep, forested hills, and that setting shapes every roof in it. The valley is narrow and shaded, which means north- and east-facing roof planes stay damp long after a storm passes — perfect conditions for moss to take hold.

Western Oregon's wet winters drop rain on Drain from October clear through May, and the bigleaf maples, firs, and oaks that make the town so green also drop a steady load of needles and leaves into gutters every fall. When gutters clog, water backs up under shingle edges and against fascia — a quiet way for a good roof to start failing early. Add the wind that funnels down the Highway 38 corridor off the coast range, and shingle edges on exposed ridgelines take a beating too.

  • Moss on shaded planes — the number-one roof issue in Drain's tight, tree-lined valley
  • Clogged gutters — maple and fir debris overwhelming downspouts every autumn
  • Older timber-era homes — aging or layered roofs downtown and along Cedar and A streets that need a full tear-off
  • Wind-lifted edges — gusts funneling off the coast range down the Elk Creek corridor
New architectural shingle roof installed by Mistletoe Construction on a home in Drain, Oregon

Drain roofing, done by neighbors

Drain has always been a working town — timber, the old Drain sawmills, and the rail line through Pass Creek Canyon that first put it on the map. The homes here reflect that history: solid mid-century houses in the grid downtown, farmhouses spread up Elk Creek and toward Yoncalla and Curtin, and newer builds along the ridges. What they share is a climate that never really lets a roof dry out in winter, and enough tree cover to keep moss and debris in the picture year-round.

That's the roof we build for. When we replace a roof in Drain, we tear off completely to the deck — Douglas County doesn't allow shingle-over-shingle overlays — inspect and repair the sheathing, then lay down synthetic underlayment, ice-and-water shield in the valleys and around penetrations, fresh flashing, and Owens Corning architectural shingles rated for our wind and rain. For the shaded, north-side planes that grow moss the fastest, we'll talk through zinc or copper strips and a maintenance plan that actually keeps it from coming back.

🎁 Current Drain offer

$500 off every new roof, plus free whole-home gutters on qualifying replacements of $20,000 or more. Ask about it when we come out — or see what your roof gets with the Instant Roof Estimate.

A local roofer, not a franchise pin

A lot of the companies advertising "roofing near Drain" are based up in Eugene or Springfield, an hour or more north, and treat the north county as an occasional side trip. We're the opposite direction — family-owned in Riddle, Oregon, licensed as Oregon CCB #255729, and an Owens Corning contractor who serves Roseburg and every corner of Douglas County, Drain included. When it storms, you're not waiting on a crew from another county to notice you exist.

If your roof is leaking or you've got moss you can't stay ahead of, the honest first step is a look. We photograph everything, tell you whether a targeted repair or a full replacement is the right call, and hand you real numbers — no pressure. Our guide to roof lifespan in Oregon and our moss-prevention guide are good background reading while you decide.

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Questions

Drain roofing FAQs

Do you work in Drain, or just Roseburg?

We serve Drain regularly. Our shop is in Riddle in southern Douglas County, and Drain is up near the Lane County line — same county, same crew. We're happy to make the drive north for an estimate.

What roof problems are most common in Drain?

Moss on shaded planes and clogged gutters top the list in this tight, tree-lined creek valley. Older timber-era homes downtown often have aging or layered roofs that need a full tear-off, and wind down the Highway 38 corridor can lift shingle edges.

How much does a new roof cost in Drain?

Most asphalt reroofs run roughly $10,000–$25,000 with a full tear-off; metal typically runs 2–3× that. Right now every new roof gets $500 off plus free gutters on qualifying $20k+ jobs. A written estimate is the only real number — see our Douglas County cost guide.

Do I need a permit to reroof in Drain?

Yes — reroofs require a permit and Douglas County doesn't allow overlays, so a full tear-off is required. We pull the permit and handle inspections for you.

Drain, let's protect your home.

Free estimates from your neighbors in Riddle — honest answers, local craftsmanship, $500 off and free gutters on qualifying roofs.

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