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Rising metal costs force pivot on Washougal High roof replacement

Washougal School District opts for less expensive composite shingle material to replace roof this summer

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Constructed in the late 1990s, the roof on top of Washougal High School has deteriorated to the point that it is leaking and causing water damage inside the school building. The Washougal School District plans to replace the roof this summer. (Photo contributed by Garland Industries)

Constructed in the late 1990s, the roof on top of Washougal High School has deteriorated to the point that it is leaking and causing water damage inside the school building. The Washougal School District plans to replace the roof this summer. (Photo contributed by Garland Industries)

An aerial photo shows damage to the Washougal High School roof. The Washougal School District plans to replace the roof before the start of the 2025-2026 school year. (Photo contributed by Garland Industries)

An aerial photo shows damage to the Washougal High School roof. The Washougal School District plans to replace the roof before the start of the 2025-2026 school year. (Photo contributed by Garland Industries)

Rising costs have forced the Washougal School District to pivot to Plan B for its Washougal High School roof-replacement project.

During its May 13 meeting, the Washougal school board approved a $2.1 million contract with Portland-based Carlson Roofing to install a composite shingle roof on the Washougal High building this summer after district leaders determined that their preferred material — metal — would be too costly.

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