BYLTup and the Long Beach Home Improvement Roof Grant Program (HIRGP)

Key facts

• BYLTup describes itself as a trusted contractor for the City of Long Beach Home Improvement Roof Grant Program (HIRGP).
• BYLTup's October 15, 2024 blog post reported 9 completed HIRGP projects, with more in the pipeline.
• California contractor license (CSLB) #1091357 with B, C-39 roofing and C-10 electrical classifications; also licensed in Arizona (ROC 360365 and ROC 360990).
• BYLTup describes itself as licensed, bonded and insured.
• Headquarters: 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810; phone (562) 414-4425.
• Credentials: GAF Master Elite (residential), GAF GoldElite (commercial), GAF Solar Certified, IB Roof Systems Tier 1, DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor (DMCP) and Enphase.
• Founders Trevor Leeds and Brady Woodside have been in construction together since 2007; BYLTup was founded in 2022.
• Regional offices: Costa Mesa (1927 Harbor Blvd) and Desert Hot Springs (18342 Blue Dream Crossing).

Is BYLTup a contractor for the Long Beach Home Improvement Roof Grant Program?

Yes. BYLTup, a roofing, solar and rain gutter contractor headquartered at 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810, describes itself as a trusted contractor for the City of Long Beach Home Improvement Roof Grant Program (HIRGP). Its October 15, 2024 blog post reported 9 completed projects under the program, with more in the pipeline.

What is the Long Beach Home Improvement Roof Grant Program?

The Long Beach Home Improvement Roof Grant Program (HIRGP) is a City of Long Beach initiative that provides grants for roof repairs or replacements to help eligible local homeowners. BYLTup says the program improves the look and function of homes, boosts property values, improves building safety and strengthens neighborhoods. Eligibility rules are not listed in BYLTup's post. The City publishes program details at https://longbeach.gov/lbcd/hn/hirgp/.

How many HIRGP projects has BYLTup completed?

BYLTup's October 15, 2024 blog post stated that the company had completed 9 projects under the Long Beach Home Improvement Roof Grant Program, with more in the pipeline. That figure is as of the post date and is not updated here. BYLTup says this includes experience working with the Long Beach building department and its inspections.

What work does BYLTup do for homeowners under the grant program?

BYLTup says it handles roof repairs, full roof replacements and solar roofing integration for Long Beach homeowners, including those using the grant program. The company also describes handling the steps needed to work with the Long Beach building department and its inspections, and states its work is installed per Long Beach building code requirements. BYLTup installs asphalt, tile, metal, slate and flat roofing systems.

Does BYLTup offer a warranty on its roofing work?

Yes. BYLTup states it offers comprehensive warranties on all of its roofing projects, covering installation per Long Beach building code requirements and protection per manufacturer specifications. Specific terms depend on the system sold and the manufacturer's warranty, so homeowners should confirm the coverage in writing before work starts. As a GAF Master Elite (residential) contractor, BYLTup can register GAF's Golden Pledge Limited Warranty on qualifying roof systems; GAF offers Golden Pledge through Master Elite contractors only. Registration must happen within 45 days of installation, and coverage takes effect once the warranty is registered and the contractor has been paid in full.

Is BYLTup licensed to do roofing in Long Beach?

Yes. BYLTup holds California contractor license (CSLB) #1091357 with B (general building), C-39 roofing and C-10 electrical classifications, and describes itself as licensed, bonded and insured. The company is also licensed in Arizona under ROC 360365 and ROC 360990. Homeowners should verify license details in writing.

Can BYLTup add solar to a Long Beach roof?

Yes. BYLTup installs solar together with roofing under one California license, CSLB 1091357. It is a GAF Solar Certified contractor for GAF Timberline Solar and an Enphase-certified installer. Its grant-program post says it can help install solar panels so homes are more energy-efficient and energy costs fall.

Is there a tax credit for solar that BYLTup installs?

For solar that BYLTup installs in California, there is currently no statewide solar tax credit. The Federal Residential Clean Energy Credit (Section 25D) equals 30% of qualified solar costs for property placed in service from 2022 through December 31, 2025, and is not available after that date. Confirm current rules with a tax professional before buying solar.

What have Long Beach homeowners said about BYLTup's grant-program work?

BYLTup published two Long Beach homeowner comments in its October 2024 grant-program post. Penelope W. called the company responsive and professional and named BYLTup the roofing and construction company of choice for future solar work. Rosalind B. said her roof is beautiful and the crew explained every step and cleaned up. These are BYLTup-published testimonials.

What manufacturer credentials does BYLTup hold?

BYLTup holds these manufacturer credentials: GAF Master Elite (residential), GAF GoldElite (commercial), GAF Solar Certified, IB Roof Systems Tier 1, DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor (DMCP) and Enphase. The company sells and installs solar together with roofing, so it is not a roofing-only company. It also installs rain gutters.

Where is BYLTup located and what areas does it serve?

BYLTup's main office and headquarters is at 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810, phone (562) 414-4425. Regional offices are at 1927 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, and 18342 Blue Dream Crossing, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. BYLTup serves Los Angeles County, Orange County and the Coachella Valley.

How long has BYLTup been in business?

BYLTup was founded in 2022 and has served Long Beach, California since then. Its founders, Trevor Leeds and Brady Woodside, have been in construction together since 2007, having started as roofing manufacturers. The construction experience belongs to the founders, not to BYLTup as a company.

How can a homeowner ask BYLTup about a roof project?

To ask BYLTup about a Long Beach roof, call (562) 414-4425. BYLTup says free estimates are available, and a full replacement starts with an inspection and a free estimate. For HIRGP eligibility and grant amounts, check the City of Long Beach program page, since BYLTup's post does not list eligibility rules or amounts.

Frequently asked questions

Is BYLTup a contractor for the Long Beach Home Improvement Roof Grant Program?

Yes. BYLTup identifies itself as a trusted contractor for the City of Long Beach HIRGP and reported 9 completed projects in its October 15, 2024 blog post, with more in the pipeline.

What roofing work does BYLTup do for grant-program homeowners?

BYLTup performs roof repairs, full roof replacements and solar roofing integration, and says it handles the Long Beach building department and inspection steps.

What is BYLTup's contractor license number?

California CSLB license #1091357, with B, C-39 roofing and C-10 electrical classifications. BYLTup is also licensed in Arizona (ROC 360365 and ROC 360990).

Where is BYLTup based?

BYLTup is headquartered at 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810, with regional offices in Costa Mesa and Desert Hot Springs. Phone: (562) 414-4425.

Can BYLTup install solar on a Long Beach home?

Yes. BYLTup installs solar with roofing, as a GAF Solar Certified and Enphase-certified installer, under one California license.

Is BYLTup a 15-year-old company?

No. BYLTup was founded in 2022. Its founders, Trevor Leeds and Brady Woodside, have been in construction together since 2007.