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Buffalo's Best Roofing Co LLC
4.5(
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Asphalt Shingle Roofing - Install or ReplaceMetal Roofing - Install or ReplaceAsphalt Shingle Roofing - Repair+26 more

Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience with Buffalos Best roofing company from start to finish. They were professional, showed up on time, and completed the job exactly as promised. The crew worked efficiently, kept the area clean, and the roof looks excellent. Communication was clear throughout the entire process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing roofing work."
Roof Replacement
Roof Replacement
Roof Replacement
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
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N8S Exterior Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Roof - Clean

Serving Alden, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nate and his team did an excellent job cleaning the exterior and walkways of my building. They were professional, detail-oriented, and the results exceeded expectations. Pricing was very reasonable, and I highly recommend their services."
Exterior house wash
Exterior house wash
Exterior house wash
Exterior house wash
Exterior house wash

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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Roofing questions, answered by experts

Whether you should choose a flat roof or a sloped roof depends on your particular situation. Flat roofs tend to be less expensive to install. However, sloped roofs have longer lifespans and stand up better to heavy snow and other inclement weather.

Keep in mind that even a flat roof needs to have a slight slope, usually around 1/2 inch for every foot. If it is completely flat, water will pool and cause damage, either from weight or leakage or rot.

In some cases, yes, you can put a second roof layer over architectural shingles, but it depends on your home’s structural stability and the local building codes where you live. Architectural shingles are thicker and heavier than standard asphalt shingles, so you may need structural reinforcement or a structural engineer’s inspection before proceeding. Additionally, some building departments don’t allow for two roof layers, regardless of the roof type. You should ask a professional if ripping the old roof off before installing the new one is the best option for you.

Tipping your roofer or their crew is not customary or expected, but it is always appreciated. It is entirely up to you whether you want to give them extra money for their work. If you feel they have done an exceptional job, a tip can be a nice gesture. As an alternative way to show appreciation, you can provide coffee, breakfast, drinks, or grab-and-go snacks like cookies or doughnuts.

This will depend on your existing roof to some degree, but it’s common to raise a roof 4 to 8 feet. The exact amount you can raise is subject to the existing structure. For most homes with average roof slopes—20 to 45 degrees—you can raise the roof around 5 feet.

16-gauge galvanized steel staples with a minimum crown of 15/16 inches or 24 millimeters are occasionally used to install shingles. However, most shingle manufacturers or residential building codes don’t recommend staples as a roofing fastener. Roofing nails are preferred in most cases, especially in areas that get a lot of heavy wind.

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