AROCON offers superior services at an affordable price because we are your Maryland & Virginia contractor. We service all of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Dorchester, Frederick, Howard, Harford, Montgomery, Prince George's, Queen Annes, Talbot, Wicomico, and Worchester Maryland counties, as well as Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, Fauquier, and Prince William, Virginia counties and parts of Southern Pennsylvania. Instead of focusing on completing as many jobs as possible, AROCON focuses on providing quality work and getting to know our customers. This allows us to provide high quality, customized results and unparalleled customer service without adding extensive overhead or expenses. For all of your Roofing & Construction needs, you can count on our experienced team at AROCON Roofing & Construction. We service all of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Howard, Harford and Montgomery counties, including parts of Prince George's county and Southern Pennsylvania. Call us today to make Home Improvement, Simplified. #rooftuneup.
Business highlights
17 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Roofing, Siding (including installation of James Hardie products), Gutters, Windows Doors and Skylights.
I chose them because they planned on using three-quarter inch plywood and architectural shingles which I wanted. They also did a quality job, and they had a price that was half of another roofer. Additionally, they completed the job in one day and cleaned up after themselves which I appreciated.
Description of Work: They installed a new roof over our porch.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$850
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Thanks for the great comment!! Suiting your needs as a customer is my #1 goal. Our team works hard to do a quality job on every project, in a timely manner. I am so glad to hear that you took notice of that hard-work and dedication that our team puts into the projects they take on. Affordable is in our company name and I work to ensure that every project taken on is both fairly priced and well conducted. On behalf of the Arocon team, we hope that you will continue to work with us on all of your future roofing and home improvement needs! Thanks again for taking the time to post this review.
Brennan W.
10/2013
5.0
roofing
+ -1 more
It was a rocky beginning. I signed the paperwork and put the deposit down in January of 2013 and they didn't actually start the work until April. I was told the work would begin in a few weeks after I signed. A few weeks went by and I heard nothing, so I called and called. Each time I called I was always told that the project manager was in a meeting and that he would call me back. He never would. Whenever I would actually get a hold of him, I was told that it would start within a few weeks. Eventually, I just had to give the project manager an ultimatum that they either started or I would need a refund. That worked because they actually came out when they said they were going to. To exacerbate the poor communication, they had the person who did my estimate leave as well as the initial project manager leave, so I am cutting them some slack (as you can see I gave them an overall "A"). As far the actual work, it went very well. This was a very difficult job because the new roof (standing seam steel) was for the turret on the third story of my house. The turret itself is more than a story high with a very steep pitch. If you are familiar with standing seam steel roofs, you will know that it is a special skill and is not that easy even with a low to moderate pitched roof. They also put a new roof on a gabled-end roof that connects to the turret. I love the way it looks and it hasn't leaked, which is why I waited so long to post my review; I wanted to wait for some good rain storms to make sure there were no leaks. The crew that came out were outstanding. One of the workers alerted me to a potentially hazardous electrical problem on a section of the roof that they weren't working on, which I was truly grateful for. They treated my young, curious children very nicely. I am giving this company an "A" because of the final product and the fantastic crew, even though the communication was extremely bad in the beginning.
Description of Work: Replaced asphalt shingled roof with a standing seam steel roof.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,500
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Thank you for taking the time to post this valuable feedback! I’m so happy to hear that your metal turret roofing was completed to your satisfaction!! (For review readers, you can check out the finalized “Standing Seam Roofing” project on our profile page.) I take great pride in the fact that Arocon is able to accomplish such customized projects as yours. I want you to know that, I am constantly working to better our communication processes here at Arocon. On behalf of our whole team here at Arocon, I hope that you will choose to work with us again in the future and thank you for posting this review!!
Steve H.
10/2013
3.0
roofing
+ -1 more
This roofing project was a bit out of the ordinary, a geodesic dome. I built my house 35 years ago & I was in need of a new roof. This was the first contractor I ever hired to work on my house, all previous work I did myself, including the original roof. The salesman was very attentive, detail oriented, & took lots of notes. Unfortunately all of the concerns I expressed to to him did not trickle down the chain of command. Some of these details were the overlap of shingles from one triiangle to the next. The set back of the shingles around skylights & all the bottom courses needed to be in the same horizontal plane. The crew showed up to begin work expecting the materials had been delivered, but they had not. Someone left to pick up materials while others started removing the old roof. This was repeated two more times because the correct amount of materials was not delivered as expected. The head of the roofing crew was polite and llistened to my concerns. The site was left watertight and clean every day. The project included shingled roof, flat roof & rain gutter. All products to be used were reviewed between myself and my salesman. Several weeks passed between signing the contract and begining work, so I thought all materials world be available when needed. Completion was delayed several times because the materials were not ordered ahead of time. What was suppose to be a four day project ended up taking three weeks. The project is finished and it looks good, but not exactly the way I had hoped. Friends who have seen the project are impressed. We have had several very heavy rain storms and there has been no issues. I would use Arocon again, but would review the project with a project manager on site before work began and insist all materials be on site as well. Steve
Description of Work: Removed old roof & replaced with new
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Thanks for your feedback! Our crew was very impressed with the work that you did on your home and they worked hard to ensure that their work was done to the same caliber as what you had previously accomplished. With specialized projects, like your geodesic dome, materials and labor is sometimes more difficult to organize than with other projects. I regret that not everything was accomplished to your liking, though I am glad to hear that there haven’t been any issues with your finalized project. Thank you for taking the time to post this review! On behalf of everyone here at Arocon, we hope that you will come back to us with all of your roofing and home improvement needs!
Reeshah M.
10/2013
5.0
roofing
+ -1 more
Arocon Roofing did an excellent job at communicating their product and service they were to provide. The representative gave a great demonstration and was able to suggest a shingle that not only matched our current roof, but was also going to give us a tax credit. The representative was not pushy in any way and even included repairing a flashing problem I had in an area that I was not asking them to work. Arocon Roofing was flexible in when they could come out, which I wanted to be a Saturday so I could supervise the work. They allowed me to go up to the roof prior to finishing and inspect, and upon finish the roof. Communication was great, and all of the workers were very polite and knowledgeable. They did a pretty good job cleaning up, and even offered to allow me to keep the extra shingles. I would recommend them.
Description of Work: Arocon Roofing installed a new roof, including 3 tab shingles, replacing all of the boards, and installed gutter guards.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Thank you for taking the time to write a review! Your communication with us was a great help and I appreciate that you took the time to do so. At Arocon, we work hard to go above and beyond for our customers in every aspect of a project. I am so happy to see that you took note of this and are satisfied with your roof installation. Great customers like you make my job worthwhile =) Thanks again for posting the review. On behalf of everyone at Arocon, we hope you’ll come back to us for all of your roofing and home improvement needs!
Clarence V.
10/2013
4.0
remodeling, home remodeling
+ 0 more
The quality of the work was excellent. Timeliness of the job was bad. Original contract stated that the job should take 5 to 8 weeks. Started the second week of March finished 21 weeks later. Also had difficulty getting in touch with the company sometimes as many as 4 calls required to get a call back. Towards the end of the project they had someone call me everyday to check on progress. Also the company advertised in your booklet that they offer a 10% discount for Angies list customers. After I was given the price I showed them their coupon . I was told they already had calculated the discount into the price. I guess my question would be " How did they know I was as Angie's list member?" and if so why should I pay the fee for Angie's list if the coupon they placed in your booklet was already figured into the price.
Description of Work: Master bedroom addition with bath
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$52,000
Jennifer F.
10/2013
5.0
roofing
+ -1 more
They came out within a few hours. After looking at the roof they didn't even need to tarp it. They were able to use some adhesive to seal a few spots. This saved us a lot of money in materials and in labor. They were finished very quickly and we didn't have any more leaks, even though the rain continued through the weekend. They also took pictures while they were on the roof so they could show me the problem areas. The final price was much lower than the original quote. Overall a great experience. Ultimately we will probably need a whole new roof and they will be the first on our list to call.
Description of Work: After several days of heavy rain we woke up with a leak in our ceiling. We needed to find someone fast who could come put an emergency tarp on the roof to prevent further damage. After calling several companies this was the only one who could fit us in the same day. The original quote was about the same, or less than, the other companies we called.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
I am so glad to have saved the day for you =) Thank you for taking the time to post a review! At Arocon, we aim to provide customers with fast, quality service at an affordable price. I am happy to hear that our staff could accomplish this for you! On behalf of all of us here at Arocon, we forward to working with you again in the future on all of your roofing and home improvement needs! Thanks again for the review =)
Arocon is always a pleasure to work with. From quote to finished work, they are always punctual, professional, and get the job done right and on time. Our projects all proceeded exactly as planned and on time. Quality of work was superior, and we were extremely happy with the results. They replaced and painted 11 passage and closet bi-fold doors in our house with paneled ones, and put on the new knobs we ordered, as well. The doors all look and work fantastic. One bedroom ceiling was in need of repair - they skimmed and repainted, and all was perfect. We had circa 1970's formica cabinets in the dining room and had them remove them, and build custom shelving in its place. We specified the exact details of what we needed, down to the most minor of details and the carpenter did the work precisely as we wanted. The finished project looks excellent. We have used Arocon for many jobs, and are always impressed and satisfied. We have also recommended them to many friends and neighbors and they, too, have positive feedback and thank us for the referral. We highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Replaced 11 passage and bifold doors; repaired and painted bedroom ceiling; removed cabinets, built custom shelving in dining room.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,500
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!! Great customers such as yourself are what make my job worthwhile =) We love what we do here at Arocon and I am so happy to hear that your experience with us has lead to so many successful projects! From everyone here at Arocon, we thank you passing our name along to your friends and neighbors and look forward to working with you again in the future =)…again thank you so much for taking the time to post this review!
Jonathan B.
10/2013
1.0
roofing
+ -1 more
I would not have thought it could take FIVE weeks from the day we signed the contract, until our roofing and gutter replacement job would be completed. I know we asked that the start date of our job be moved up, which it was by two days. We completely regret having asked for this consideration, as the construction crew to build the patio roof arrived without knowledge of the job, nor the proper tools to complete the job. As a result of this, they admitted, it took them hours longer to complete than it should have. (Looking back now, this two-man crew was the nicest, most polite and professional crew that we dealt with, plus they did an amazing job of cleaning-up; followed by the individual repair man who replaced the rotted roof decking and was then stranded at our house for about four hours.) We signed a contract on Friday evening, August 24th to have our roof and gutters replaced, as well as have a roof over our back patio constructed. During our negotiations, a verbal commitment was made to have the job started within a 7 ? 10 day time period of when the contract was signed. Time was of the essence for us, as we wanted to start a solar panel installation project immediately upon completion of the new roof. And time was especially critical to the solar panel installation, so we would receive the maximum state tax credit of $5,000, which could be stopped at any time. On Tuesday, August 27th, I received a phone call from Jason at Arocon to tell me the start date of our project would be Thursday, Sept 13th. This was almost three weeks after we signed the contract, and not really the quick start that I was hoping for. After I complained about this, my husband spoke to someone, and a start date two days earlier, Sept 11th, was decided upon. Two workers (Mike and another guy) showed up on Monday; with no materials at all, no detailed knowledge of our requirements for building the porch roof (which involved restrictions, due to the forthcoming solar-panel installation), and an inadequate tool supply (no nail gun ? they nailed each nail by hand, no hand saw ? they borrowed ours, etc.). They explained to me that ours was the fourth construction job they had going simultaneously and that most of their tools were at a different jobsite. Late in the day on Tuesday, Jason called to make sure the crew had shown up and that construction was going well. At that time, I specifically asked if roof removal and new installation, as well as gutter removal and installation were still going to be completed by Thursday. He assured me that it was all set. Before Mike left on Tuesday, he told me he would be by at some point on Wednesday, to add one more board and complete some other finishing touches. Before they left, they cleaned up probably better than it was when they arrived. Wednesday, however, came and went with no one arriving or calling from Arocon. This meant the roofing & gutters would have to both be removed and replaced in one day. I figured it would be a long day, but since Jason had just assured me on Tuesday that it was possible to finish by Thursday, I saw no reason to doubt him. In fact, I trusted him so much that on Tuesday, when he confirmed we would be done by Thursday, I scheduled the closing of our refinancing for Friday afternoon. For reasons stipulated by the mortgage company, the new gutters were supposed to be installed prior to our actual closing. When I realized late in the day on Thursday that the gutters were not actually going to be installed that day, I called the office to confirm they would be installed on Friday, the next day. I again spoke to Jason, and this time he did not even know if the gutters had been ordered yet. He said he would call me the next morning. When I finally heard from him the next afternoon, he informed me that the gutters would be installed on Sunday. Sunday morning came, the gutter crew arrived and shortly after they arrived they informed us they did not have enough gutters with them to complete the job. They continued to remove the gutters, which I did not understand. Then right before they left, they also mentioned that the color of the gutters was white, when it should have been Colonial Ivory. Once again, I assumed the gutters would be installed the next day, and again, I was wrong. The next afternoon I was informed the gutters were listed incorrectly in the contract, had to be ordered again and would be available for pickup on Wednesday. This pushed installation of the new gutters to Thursday. It took me a while to learn, but now I know not to believe what the office scheduler told us, well, really ever. It started with the ?confirmation? of what day the project would be completed, which was provided after the (+/- 4 day) job had already begun, and managed to be incorrect by more than a week. Continued with him telling me that he would convey my request to the appropriate people on a Friday, yet on Tuesday, when I followed up and asked him the status, he told me ?that is not my responsibility.? (Now I have no problem if someone tells me that initially; I do have a problem when they tell me they will handle and then do nothing.) And finally, we had to ask repeatedly for the rolling magnet to return, and were assured at each stage that it would be, which it was not (more on that later). Then we were told a specific day it would absolutely be there, and it was not. I would recommend, in the future, that you do not remove the current gutter systems when you do not have the replacement system readily available. We were already having a moisture issue in the basement with the old gutter system, because of the way the gutters traversed around right angles on the front of the house. Your company?s technique to remove them with no replacements available, was a less than stellar idea. Of course, we had an extensive thunderstorm with high winds during the four days we were without gutters. Since we had some time without gutters, we did some inspecting of the roof decking ourselves and found three separate areas where the decking was either rotted or missing entirely. Although our contract stated that the roof decking would be inspected and ?repair/replace any rotten sheathing,? this did not happen. When I asked why this was not replaced before the new roof shingles were installed, I was informed that ?they cheated and they got caught.? Finally, someone gave me an honest answer. As they were removing the gutters, when no replacements were available, they paid no mind to where the nails went as they pulled the gutters off. No magnet was rolled, no plants were protected and cigarette butts were found in numerous places ? some of which could have been from the roofing crew. Cigarette butts can be fatal if ingested by dogs, of which we have three. As we both feared when we were finding so many loose nails on our property, my husband stepped on a nail. It was sitting flat head down on the driveway and went straight through his shoe and into his foot. We both thought you would have had the rolling magnet out here the next day, to avoid additional injuries and/or medical expenses, but that was not the case at all. In fact, we had to ask for it repeatedly and did not actually see if for more than a week. My husband did visit his doctor the next day, missing three hours of work and incurring $232 worth of medical expenses for an office visit and tetanus shot. To Arocon's credit, they did reduce our bill by the $232 for the medical expenses. And due to my continual complaining, they did replace some of the rotted roof decking. They did not answer all of my complaints though, and finally decided it was more important to be done with me, than to receive their final $315 payment. Honestly. That is what happened. We don't want you to go away happy; we just want you to go away. Priceless. I still have the emails from them to prove it. And if you are curious as to whether or not the job was completed on time for us to receive the $5,000 local tax credit - we are scheduled to receive it...in 2018. (Perhaps Arocon was somehow involved in the scheduling?)
Description of Work: Remove old roof, move bathroom vents, install new roof and new gutter system, and build a new roof over a porch concrete slab.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$17,584
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for Arocon. I want to deeply apologize for the difficult experience you had with us last year during your roofing and gutter installation. You are absolutely correct that showing up late, not having the correct tools and materials, and not knowing the details of the contract is unprofessional and unacceptable. Your feelings and frustrations are valid and I want to thank you for voicing them. Feedback like yours is often the driving force for change in a business, or at least it should be. I want you to know that many changes have been made since your project, even before your submission of this review. The two mentioned individuals responsible for your project were released from our employment shortly after your project. We have also made other changes in our staff by hiring a Reputation Manager and a Customer Relations/Communication Representative. Quality control procedures have been developed and are currently being implemented. Please know that the issues that occurred during your project did not go unnoticed, and as a result action was taken. Customer Satisfaction is our #1 priority at Arocon, and I truly regret that you were led to believe that our intentions were anything less. We all make mistakes, but the important thing is that we learn from our mistake so that we can keep them from happening again. So thank you again for speaking to me about this over the phone and providing your input. We do value your opinions and will heed your words as we continue to strive for excellence in all facets of our company.
Anthony F.
09/2013
5.0
roofing
+ -1 more
Ricky and his crew showed up on time and he explained what the job entailed. the crew was outstanding. The job was completed in one day and we were very pleased with the job. The clean up was so good, it was like they weren't even here.
Description of Work: Installation of new roof
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,360
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
We aim to impress! Arocon respects your home and your time and that's why we work quickly and efficiently. We want you to be able to get back to enjoying your home sooner. Thank you so much for choosing Arocon and for taking the time to write a review for us. We are glad to have satisfied you and hope to have the opportunity to do so again in the future.
Patrick G.
09/2013
5.0
gutter repair
+ -1 more
The company was professional, responsive and competent overall. When the job was done the only thing I noticed was new gutters. Excellent clean up. In particular the estimator, Rick Harris, provided me valuable guidance in terms of issues I had with my old gutters. They were 5 inch and could not adequately accomodate the water flow from th type of roof I have. I had a problem with overflow and a black reisdue on the outside of the gutters from this. He recommended 6 inch gutters. The price on these was still under the estimates I had from other companies for 5 inch gutters
Description of Work: Replaced all gutters and downspouts
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,900
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Isn't Rick great? Our guys work alongside you to help you find the best solution for your home and your budget. Arocon is committed to long term solutions and satisfying each and every client. Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a great review for us. You are helping others in your community make the right decision for their home and helping a small company continue to do what we love to do.
barbara M.
09/2013
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
My expectations were met and exceeded. The porcelain tile floor was beautifully finished. The sink vanitory fit very nicely and was accompanied by a matching mirror which were sold as a set. Chad of Arocon met me at Home Depot and guided me through the selection process. He allowed me to choose what I wanted : tiles, sizes of tiles, paint, trim, accessories. ( Things that I would not have thought of.) I appreciated his taking time to guide me through this process. This was a small area, and the contractor team worked well within the area available. As I said, my expectations were exceeded. The contractor team were professional, talented, neat and involved me in the decision-making process. I am an older female and have not always had this respect from other companies. This was refreshing. I have no complaints. The office calls daily to make sure that you are pleased with the progress being made. I definitely would use Arocon again. In fact, I look forward to future projects with Arocon.
Description of Work: I had a half bath installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,300
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Well you sure know how to put a smile on all of our faces! We are just elated to read that you are so pleased with our services. We truly enjoyed working with you on remodeling your powder room and we hope to have the opportunity to work with you again. Arocon treats all of our clients with dignity and respect and we do not discriminate. We honor and value the trust homeowners put in our hands, so it is our goal to exceed expectations in making your home improvement dreams a reality. Thanks again for choosing Arocon and we sincerely appreciate your review. Please don't hesitate to call us if we can be of any further assistance.
Linda A.
08/2013
1.0
roofing
+ -1 more
The whole experience with this company was horrible. From the time they came out, until we finally were fed up and felt like the estimate was extremely high just so they didn't have to do the work. The guy who came out to do the estimate seemed unhappy to be there and not at all interested in really figuring out our problem. After he came out and promised us an estimate within a few days, we had to call the office numerous times to try and get in touch with him because we had not received an estimate. Finally we spoke with him and were promised the estimate by email that evening. That never happened. After more phone calls asking why we were not getting a response he finally sent the estimate. It was extremely high. We were very unhappy with this company and would never ever use them or recommend them. Very disappointing for someone who has such high reviews on Angie's List.
Description of Work: We received an estimate on fixing two leaks in our roof.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0
$3,000
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Hello (removed member name), Our company has no record of your information in our system. It appears we did an estimate for one of your neighbors back in June 2013. If you could please contact our office at 410-861-6767 we would be happy to discuss setting up an estimate for your roofing project. There may be some confusion on the company who actually came out and provided you with an estimate. Our prices are very competitive and we take pride in our customer service and follow up. We look forward to hearing from you soon, I know you will be happy with our company's service.
david F.
08/2013
5.0
gutter repair, roofing
+ 0 more
Aside from a few weather related issues beyond anyone's control the project was completed in a very timely fashion. Roof was removed and replaced in one day including replacement of multiple sheets of sheathing. Gutters and guards were completed the following day. Consultant (Eric) and office personnel were courteous and polite.
Description of Work: Complete roof tear off and replacement, new gutters, downspouts and gutter guards
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$17,000
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
It was our mission to have your roof completed quickly so that you could get back to enjoying your home sooner. Our professional crews have the skills to complete any roofing project quickly and efficiently. Thank you for giving Arocon the opportunity to serve you and we appreciate you taking the time to write a review for us.
Mary S.
08/2013
2.0
decks, roofing
+ 0 more
This is a very long story of misrepresentation, non-communication, incompetence, pressure tactics, excess charges, unexpected and unexplained fees, sloppy work, cheap materials, and bad-mouthing of other customers and other employees. The workers were mostly decent, though their competence was uneven. Our salesman misrepresented the cost. DO NOT BE FOOLED BY THE CLAIM THAT THEY CAN FINANCE YOU FOR 12 MONTHS SAME AS CASH. IT IS NOT TRUE. There will be extra hidden fees for the service. We were pressured to fill out an Angie's List review form before the job was finished, and the project manager whisked it away, refusing to let us keep it until the job was actually done. I am furious that I have thereby added somewhat positively to their profile. The right hand does not seem to know what the left hand is doing. It took nearly 2 months to get the work started. A week after the first two stages (demolition and roofing) an entirely new crew came out to do exactly the same work. The project manager and the sub-contractor kept blaming each other for all the foul ups that ensued including not having the right parts, not having enough materials, not bringing a ladder to do roof work! Calling at 7AM, not showing up when we were expecting them, showing up when we weren't expecting them. With the exception of Kelly in the office who was uniformly polite and helpful, we found the office staff to be much the same: the financing, scheduling, and management people all pointing fingers at each other and never giving us a straight answer. There were the bizarre moments when the project manager bad-mouthed other customers, suggesting they had terrible taste or weren't smart. God only knows what he said to others about us. The worst was that we were pressured to sign the final financing paper work before the job was actually done. Hard lesson learned. Once they had their money it was like battling City Hall to get them to finish the job properly. Hardware had already started rusting before they came out to do the necessary sealing. Our lovely new white railing is now stained. I am not giving them a F because they seem to have fixed the roof, but we found them to be totally untrustworthy.
Description of Work: Removed old deck, replaced roof underneath, and installed new deck.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$7,732
Gayla M.
08/2013
5.0
roofing, replacement windows, chimney repair
+ 1 more
The Aracon rep who did the estimates climbed up on the roof and inspected the area needing work. Reps from other companies made their estimates from below. He gave us a detailed rundown of the expense, which beat out competitors. We found it easy to schedule work. The roofers came on time and completed the job neatly and within the time-frame they had given us. They have also scheduled plasterwork for early in September. So far we appear not to have further leaks.
Description of Work: Aracon replaced some slate tile and made repairs to our roof and the flashing around our chimney and dormer window.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,450
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Arocon strives to work above the industry standard. Our crews take a detailed look of the work to be done before providing you with an estimate. We are very appreciative of your review of our services and we are very glad you are happy with the work. We look forward to assisting you with your plaster work next month. Please don't hesitate to call us with any questions. Thanks again!
Julie C.
08/2013
5.0
drywall, lighting, remodeling, home remodeling, interior painters
+ 3 more
Did a great job-fast, neat, and great men. The painters were all exceptional. Hard workers, cared about the house and very nice and professional. The project manager was very present and has very good managerial skills.
Description of Work: Removal of dropped ceiling in dining room and kitchen, build bulk-head, dry wall, entire ceiling, replaced recessed lights, paint powder room, kitchen, dining room, living room and stairway-strip, and stain stairwell post.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,275
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
You're making us blush! Thank you so much for your very kind review. Arocon aims to work above the industry standard by providing individualized solutions that are carried out by experienced professionals with unparalleled customer service. Thank you for allowing us to show you the Arocon difference.
Kara M.
08/2013
3.0
decks, gutter repair
+ 0 more
Unfortunately, this work was a fiasco. Ultimately, we got what we paid for, but not without a huge amount of hassle and extra time. I was excited to work with this company given the excellent reviews and the extremely responsive salesman who came to our house on a Friday evening and was very knowledgeable, respectful and prompt. He got me an immediate contract, came back out to look closer at something I had questions about, and revised our contract accordingly. THe price was in line with the other quotes we had received. I also received a follow up call from the office both times he came out. After I mailed the check, the quality of my experience went downhill quickly. My check was cashed on 4/15 which was when i was told to expect the job to start. Despite our follow up calls, we did not receive a call from a scheduler until 5/23. We then received a shipment of materials despite the fact that I had not agreed to a time for the job- therefore, the materials needed to sit in my house for a week. AT that point, I called to say I was not feeling very confident about the logisitics, etc. and the supervisor came to my house and assured me that he would be my contact and that if anything did not go well, i could call him. He also stated someone would pick up the materials but they never did. The job then started the following week and it was obvious that there was a lack of communication and coordination- the needed materials were not there and the workers and foreman were not briefed on the issues that had already taken place. From there, it got worse. The column job was a nightmare in that they did not cut the composite columns in such a way that they were flush, but were instead only touching roughly 25% of the base. They stated this was not a problem but when we contacted the company where we got the columns they were clear that 100% had to be touching and that the warranty would only be good if they were installed properly. The supervisor stated that they would use a shim, which of course would not be acceptable in the event that the warranty was needed. My partner took off work to ensure that they did the job correctly, though even with her there it became very obvious that the workers did not have the skill or experience needed to do the job. in addition, Although we had been assured by the salesman that the our porch would be thoroughly sanded, the painter did not come equipped with any supplies to sand. She again had to insist that the job be done thoroughly, which meant they had to make a home depot trip to purchase a sander. I do know that it was important to us that the job be done thoroughly, and we discussed this with the salesman. I don't think that we were being unreasonable or expecting something that we didn't pay for. There were other small things that followed such as not waiting the right amount of time between coats of paint, and minor paint spills that were left. All in all, we were anxious to be finished- mostly because we are not professionals and don't want to be in the position of supervising details of a job like this. In addition, having to communicate the same thing to a number of different people- 2 supervisors, several office people, the workers- was irritating at best. They did say they have had turnover at the company, etc. so we must have been one of the jobs that fell through the cracks. lucky us. Too bad it didn't end there- the next big rainstorm it became clear that the gutters were also not installed correctly. I took video of water pouring out of the front of the gutter and bubbling up from the downspout and down the side of the house. I was assured that they would send someone out to fix it. when they sent someone, it was the same person who installed it who stated that he didn't think anything was wrong with the job. At this point, my partner was furious and we insisted on going back to the original salesman. Ultimately they did come out and reinstall new gutters and a new downspout and they appear to be working at this time. I did notice that I got a lot more attention once I posted a review on Angies List. I do appreciate that they ultimately came and fixed the job, though honestly I would not work with them again given the time and hassle that it took to get this seemingly simple job done right.
Description of Work: replaced porch column and replaced gutters
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$3,500
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
First, I would like you to apologize for what you feel was an unsatisfactory experience with our company. Second, I want to thank you for writing a review as it provides us with useful information as we continue to improve our company and better serve our clients. Again, I apologize that our desire to provide excellent service in addition to our products was not achieved with you. In the service industry, especially working with home improvement, there are an infinite amount of things that can go wrong, but only a few things that can go right. Every single one of our clients receives an individualized solution carried out by experienced professionals. We consistently produce superior results and strive to deliver them with unparalleled customer service as well. Since our humble beginnings in 2008, client satisfaction continues to be our #1 priority and we frequently go above and beyond in effort to achieve 100% satisfaction. Unfortunately, "even the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry." Mistakes sometimes still occur even when the necessary preventative measures were taken. However, in our continuous efforts to work above the industry standard, we always take responsibility for our mistakes and do everything in our power to correct them. We want all of our clients to have had a phenomenal experience working with Arocon, but if their experience is anything less, we gratefully welcome constructive criticism. We heed the thoughts and opinions of our clients as it is always an opportunity to learn how we can better serve you. However, there will always be a small few that cannot be satisfied, no matter how hard we try. As you search for the best contractor for your home improvement needs, please consider Arocon’s overall rating and customer satisfaction. View the several review websites out there and see that unsatisfactory ratings account for a very small percentage. In addition, please be aware that a rating greater than an "A" with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), like ours, cannot be achieved until a company has been around for 8+ years. Find out the difference for yourself and give Arocon the opportunity to build a lasting relationship with you and your home.
Kim B.
08/2013
3.0
roofing
+ -1 more
Angie's List members beware! Based on positive reviews by other members, we chose Arocon to replace our roof. A property inspection had disclosed the existing roof was installed incorrectly (failure to add H clips), requiring a complete replacement. Communication wasterrible as our salesperson Larry told us the wrong date and then failed to schedule the attic insulation we ordered. On the date of the roof replacement, during the first few hours, no one on the job spoke English and could not answer any questions. We were then shocked to discover the workers installing the roof in the same method as the existing roof, no H clips, even though this was a known issue. We spotted this error after they had laid the first two rows of plywood. We called the office to complain and they started using the H clips after that but did not go back and fix the first two rows. We called the office again and were told that the roof is covered under a warranty and they would fix it if it buckles again. We can only hope.... The roofers failed to bring all necessary parts and needed to return the next day to complete the job and install a solar light tube. We then had to show the employee how to install it correctly. We are also concerned that Arocon?s prices are overinflated as we had also inquired about electrical work and Arocon?s estimate was 3 times higher than another Angie?s List company. We submitted complaints to the salesperson and Arocon without any responses. All we can say is we are thankful to be present during the work have some roofing knowledge to catch Arocon?s mistakes. On the plus side, we have had some rain storms since the install and have not had any apparent leaks so far. The one worker that did speak English was courteous and they did clean up well after the job. However, given the issues above, we will not do business this company again and urge others to use great caution if they chose to do so.
Description of Work: replaced roof and inserted solar tube
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0
$5,000
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
In the service industry, especially working with home improvement, there are an infinite amount of things that can go wrong, but only a few things that can go right. Every single one of our clients receives an individualized solution carried out by experienced professionals. We consistently produce superior results and strive to deliver them with unparalleled customer service as well. Since our humble beginnings in 2008, client satisfaction continues to be our #1 priority and we frequently go above and beyond in effort to achieve 100% satisfaction. Unfortunately, "even the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry." Mistakes sometimes still occur even when the necessary preventative measures were taken. However, in our continuous efforts to work above the industry standard, we always take responsibility for our mistakes and do everything in our power to correct them. We want all of our clients to have had a phenomenal experience working with Arocon, but if their experience is anything less, we gratefully welcome constructive criticism. We heed the thoughts and opinions of our clients as it is always an opportunity to learn how we can better serve you. However, there will always be a small few that cannot be satisfied, no matter how hard we try. As you search for the best contractor for your home improvement needs, please consider Arocon’s overall rating and customer satisfaction. View the several review websites out there and see that unsatisfactory ratings account for a very small percentage. In addition, please be aware that a rating greater than an "A" with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), like ours, cannot be achieved until a company has been around for 8+ years. Find out the difference for yourself and give Arocon the opportunity to build a lasting relationship with you and your home.
Chris B.
08/2013
5.0
roofing
+ -1 more
After hurricane Sandy I noticed I was getting water on my two chimneys during rain storms. I doubted the situation would improve itself with time. Arocon was the second company I contacted. Their estimate was half that of the other company and were similarly reviewed. The work itself went smoothly, I didn't have to be at home at the time. They cleaned up after themselves pretty well, and I could only tell they'd been there by looking at the chimneys from the street.
Description of Work: Resealed two chimneys on my roof.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$999
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Arocon respects your home, your time, and your wallet. It is our goal to provide you with excellent service and products at a very competitive price. We are thrilled to read that you are pleased with our work and could hardly tell we had been there at all! Thanks for choosing Arocon and we truly appreciate your review.
alisha H.
08/2013
5.0
roofing
+ -1 more
Arocon was punctual and responsive. The cost was reasonable and everyone I spoke with seemed to want my business. I was very impressed and I intend to use them in the future for all my roofing needs.
Description of Work: Replaced roof
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,750
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for Arocon. We are so glad to hear that your were pleased with our work and our services. Thanks for choosing Arocon and we look forward to working with you again.
Peter T.
07/2013
2.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
The work done was good but they were not reliable. The job was estimated at a week and they took over a month. There were days on end where nobody showed up. The same people rarely came so what we wanted had to be explained repeatedly. Several times we were told a crew was coming and nobody did. The office frequently didn't know where their crews were or why they hadn't come. They left large pile of glass-covered debris in our foyer, complete with a rotting banana peel, for days. We will not be using them again for future work on the house.
Description of Work: Recessed refrigerator into the wall, removal of old glass wall tile, removal of a cabinet, painted several rooms
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$8,000
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
We are very glad to see that you are pleased with the completed product, but high quality work and products are not enough for Arocon and we strive to provide exceptional service as well. However, you feel that the overall service during our work on your house last year was less than satisfactory. I want to sincerely apologize for the difficulties you experienced throughout the project. I want you to know that this did not go unnoticed by the management team at Arocon during the time, and as a result many of the individuals on this project were released from our employment. Again, we are very sorry that this project did not go as we, too, feel it should have. Please remember "In the service industry, especially working with home improvement, there are an infinite amount of things that can go wrong, but only a few things that can go right.
Thomas R.
07/2013
5.0
gutter repair, roofing
+ 0 more
We recently contracted AROCON to replace our roof, fascia wrap and gutters on our home. Our experience began with the salesman Chris who came to our house multiple times at our convenience and responded to several phone calls to finalize the work to be done. At all times he was professional and willing to work with us. The roofing crew arrived on a Saturday morning. They first draped our deck and all landscaping with tarps to protect our property. They installed the new roof using the Certainteed Landmark Pro architectural shingles we had chosen. They were very courteous and polite at all times. It is clear that they take a lot of pride in their work. The crew finished the new roof and was leaving the job site by 2:00 PM. They did an excellent job and left the job site clean. The fascia and gutter crew arrived the next business day. They replaced the fascia wrap, seamless gutters and gutter guards. They did a nice job and were very polite. The project manager Jason arrived on Wednesday to inspect the completed project. Jason was extremely polite and professional. We are very pleased with the final project and we will have AROCON back for additional work at our home.
Description of Work: Replace roof, fascia wrap and gutters.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$13,000
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Arocon respects your home and your time and this reflects in our work. Our entire team is available to answer your questions to make the entire process as stress-free as possible for you. We are so happy to hear that you were please with our services and we truly appreciate your review. Thank you for choosing Arocon and we look forward to serving you again.
Lee M.
07/2013
5.0
roofing
+ -1 more
I joined Angies List to obtain what I thought would be screened contractors. For the most part this was true. I received three replies from AL contractors one from Sears which I did not select for AL contractors and on cold call. I interviewed 4 contractors, Sears estimator was a no show (they called the day before and indicated their estimator was not available and offered a $100 discount, I said no). Two of the estimators presented their company and product, replace my roof, as if I was buying a new car, offering various 'options'. Two were very straight forward with realistic questions and providing sound answers. The four quotes were $11,500 to $8,500. All four providing identical services. I contracted with AROCON based on the estimator, a partner of the company. I arrived home 5 minutes late for our appointment and found him on my roof taking measurements. He was onsite 45 minutes and I had a realistic cost estimate that evening. I've recommended AROCON three neighbors. The installation of the roof took place in one day. Stripped the 24 year old roofing materials to the plywood sheathing, applied weather guard to the entire perimeter, 15# tar paper to the roof and metal drip edging to the entire perimeter. New architectural shingles and a new roof by 1700 in the afternoon. Good, reliable company. They are replacing my gutters and downspouts next. Lee McM,
Description of Work: Installed a roof.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,550
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for Arocon. Offering our clients comprehensive solutions at an affordable price is our mission. We are very pleased to hear that you are pleased with our services and we are very grateful for the recommendation to your neighbors. We have enjoyed working with you and look forward to doing so again in the future. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call with any questions regarding your gutters and downspouts.
Cynthia S.
07/2013
4.0
woodworking
+ -1 more
**Update 8/21/13** I want to add that I received excellent service from my latest interaction/work with Arocon. I was contacted by David who was genuinely interested in helping remedy the issues I've had. His responses were timely and the service work was prompt and professional. This has changed my opinion about Arocon, and I wouldn't hesitate to use them in the future. I choose AROCON because I wanted to work with a company instead of a handyman incase I had issues with the cabinet install. When receiving quotes I asked the sales representative if they install IKEA type cabinets and he said that the guys have done it before. What I should have asked is ' Will the person installing MY cabinets have experience putting together and installing IKEA cabinets.' As it turns out the guy that did the install did not have any experience. I choose IKEA cabinets originally planning on doing the instal myself, but I had to have pancreatic surgery and knew that it would end up taking me months to do it myself. IKEA cabinets are super easy to install, so even a handyman with some experience should be able to adequately put together and install. However, I think that it took the guy more time than he anticipated to put them together and the sloppiness showed. Examples are 3-4 missed nails in the backing board which you can clearly see when the cabinets are empty, and the alignment of some of the doors are slightly off. All in all it looks like a handy homeowner installed the cabinets. They are up, and the kitchen looks 100% better than what was there before. I am glad that I choose to go with a company instead of a handyman. I had an issue with the dishwasher and after weeks of back and forth trying to get the original guy to come in and fix the problem, AROCON sent out a crew of 2 workers who promptly fixed the issue. They arrived wearing AROCON shirts and actually had a work van instead of the minivan that the original guy was working out of. The staffers in the office were always responsive, and I think my issue was that I got the new guy, and a lazy project manager who didn't bother showing up beyond the first day. I feel like I paid the cost of having a company do the install but received the work of a handyman doing work on the side. AROCON's quote was in the middle of the prices, so I didn't go with the cheapest simply because I wanted the job to be quick and professional. I think the company as a whole did a fair job, and the service from the staffers made up for some of the poor work of the guy actually doing the install. This was my first time hiring for work to be done at my house, and I will be more prepared and have more questions going forward with the next series of projects.
Description of Work: Labor only tear out / install of kitchen cabinets.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,183
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Please be informed that this work was completed in September of 2012. The client hired us for a second time to repair her dishwasher which she feels was promptly fixed. This client also states that she feels our company did a fair job overall and that our office staff was always responsive. As this client’s detailed review seems to somewhat disagree with her ratings, please be informed that Arocon has gone above and beyond several times to satisfy this client. In the service industry, especially working with home improvement, there are an infinite amount of things that can go wrong, but only a few things that can go right. Every single one of our clients receives an individualized solution carried out by experienced professionals. We consistently produce superior results and strive to deliver them with unparalleled customer service as well. Since our humble beginnings in 2008, client satisfaction continues to be our #1 priority and we frequently go above and beyond in effort to achieve 100% satisfaction. Unfortunately, "even the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry." Mistakes sometimes still occur even when the necessary preventative measures were taken. However, in our continuous efforts to work above the industry standard, we always take responsibility for our mistakes and do everything in our power to correct them. We want all of our clients to have had a phenomenal experience working with Arocon, but if their experience is anything less, we gratefully welcome constructive criticism. We heed the thoughts and opinions of our clients as it is always an opportunity to learn how we can better serve you. However, there will always be a small few that cannot be satisfied, no matter how hard we try. As you search for the best contractor for your home improvement needs, please consider Arocon’s overall rating and customer satisfaction. View the several review websites out there and see that unsatisfactory ratings account for a very small percentage. In addition, please be aware that a rating greater than an "A" with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), like ours, cannot be achieved until a company has been around for 8+ years. Find out the difference for yourself and give Arocon the opportunity to build a lasting relationship with you and your home.
Mitchell S.
06/2013
4.0
roofing
+ -1 more
Arocon's team worked quickly and got a ton of work done fast. A lightning rod was accidentally broken and one of the project supervisors continually searched until he found a perfect replacement. The new roof and gutters look beautiful and seem to be done correctly. During the project, the workers were a bit noisy. The debris could have been cleaned up along the way a lot better than it was, and I found nails everywhere (probably 2-3 dozen in total, even in the parking lot). However, anytime I brought an issue up, it was addressed and corrected almost immediately.
Description of Work: Replaced the roof and gutters.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000
Response from AROCON Roofing & Construction
Thank you for writing a review for Arocon. We are so glad to read that you are satisfied with the finished product. Arocon respects your home and our crews aim to be considerate and conscientious in their work. We appreciate your speaking up about things you were not satisfied with, like our noise level and tidiness. Often the noise level is attributed to the tools we use, however, occasionally during these projects these details can go unnoticed while our crews are deep into the project. We will continue to remind our crews to be mindful of their presence and to clean up whenever possible. We also equip our crews with strong magnets to ensure efficient nail and debris clean up, but we will take this opportunity to check each of our vehicles to make sure our crews have these magnets and to remind them to use the magnets on each job site. Thank you for choosing Arocon to replace your roof and gutters, and thanks again for your feedback.
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Service Categories
Roofing,
Gutter Cleaning,
Gutters,
Skylights,
Siding,
Windows
FAQ
AROCON Roofing & Construction is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
AROCON Roofing & Construction accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, AROCON Roofing & Construction offers free project estimates.
Yes, AROCON Roofing & Construction offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, AROCON Roofing & Construction offers a 5% senior discount.
Yes, AROCON Roofing & Construction offers emergency services.
Yes, AROCON Roofing & Construction offers warranties.
AROCON Roofing & Construction offers the following services: Roofing, Siding (including installation of James Hardie products), Gutters, Windows Doors and Skylights.
Contact information
Servicing All of Maryland and Virginia 101 R John Street, Westminster, MD 21157