"The gutterwork was pristine. The workers were very professional, on time and efficient. The work was done as promised and the crew cleaned up after the job was completed. We are recommending Geno's to everyone who has been asking for a reliable contractor for siding and roofing."
"I needed a new roof to satisfy the Insurance company (my existing roof was 28 years old). Called Home Run Roofing at 5pm on Monday, scheduled the rep for the next morning. Thorough inspection of all roofing components, discussed price, color etc. They happened to have a cancellation on Friday (today). The work crew arrived and quickly dispatched the old roof, had the barriers in place, ridge vent installed shingles placed and total cleanup of the site by just after 2pm. Amazing! This was a great experience with Home Run roofing from start to finish. I will be working with them again to replace my windows for sure! The roof is beautiful!"
"Porter replaced our whole house roof in 2 days. Very efficient operation with the team that worked and worked. And cleaned up when they were done. Courteous team. Communicated the plan and execution - before and during the operation. Very satisfied. Would surely recommend to hire. On time and on budget. Steve K."
"?????????? 5-Star Review for Shawn Keys & Lane Roofing
I had an excellent experience working with Shawn Keys from Lane Roofing. Shawn is extremely professional, very friendly, and truly knows what he?s looking for when it comes to roofing and exterior work. His communication was outstanding from start to finish, and he made the entire process smooth and stress-free.
I highly recommend Lane Roofing and Shawn Keys to anyone needing roofing, siding, or any other exterior home improvement work. Top-notch service all around"
"The work was completed by early afternoon, the crew worked quickly, and the roof looks great! The crew did a good job cleaning up the yard and the driveway."
"This is my second time using Primo Roofing, once on my home and more recently on a rental property. Each job was first class, competitively and honestly priced, timely and efficient, cleaned up afterwards, and done with a caring attitude by entire team at Primo Roofing. On our first occasion, Joe's team was able to locate and repair a leak that other local roofing companies were unable to locate and mitigate. Overall I sincerely enjoyed working with Joe B. on each of the last two jobs. I appreciate the high level of workmanship and highly recommend Primo Roofing to anyone in need of a roofing job, new or replacement. They will not be disappointed."
"I thoroughly enjoyed my experience working with Pro Edge Roofing. The communication was great and they were very clean and efficient. I would highly recommend Pro Edge Roofing to anyone in need of a roof replacement."
"I highly recommend Fabiano's Construction. Our experience with him was fantastic from beginning to end. The project was to restore and replace the exterior window frames of our 1830 Trinity. The previous owners had installed new windows on the inside but left the old ones outside for beauty. Many of these old windows were completely rotten at the bottom, barely holding the small panes of glass together. We got three estimates. One builder wanted to replace the old windows with a second set of new ones. Another was going to patch them up with wood filler. Fabiano was the only one who was willing to actually restore them, using green wood for the parts that were beyond salvaging. It was precision carpentry work requiring problem-solving ingenuity. The new frames and sills are green wood plus Azek (PVC), so they should last forever. Although more major restoration was necessary than foreseen, Fabiano and his crew—his son Will and assistant Simon—still finished the job in the predicted time. They were careful, focused, hard-working, and also really nice, honest people. It was a pleasure to meet them, and the result is a stunning improvement to our house both inside and out. Fabiano is responsive and friendly, an expert who takes pride in his work. Incredibly, his price was the lowest the three. We plan to hire him for another project."
"They were very professional and did an excellent job. When they left, you would not have known they were here, except we had a new roof. They made sure everytning was right and replaced some bad underlayment sheets of plywood. Very pleased with the job they did."
"TOP NOTCH WORK! This Father & Son company has never disappointed, They are always on time & they do Top Notch work, New roof with certification! I don't endorse no one unless I TRUST them ð ¯ % If you need a a roof or roof repair, give them a call."
Using a staple gun to hang Christmas lights on your roof or shingles is not recommended. Puncturing your roof with staples can cause damage, leading to cracks, leaks, and exposure to the elements. Staples are also less reliable than other methods like roof clips. For a safer alternative that won't damage your roof, use shingle tabs.
The least suitable roof for solar panels is a wood shake roof. An electrical mishap with your solar panels could start a fire on the roof, so some areas don’t allow solar panels on wood roofs. You don’t have to let a wood roof stop you from going solar. You can replace your wood shakes with shingles. Installing the panels on the ground is another option.
Whether or not the terms of your roofing estimate are negotiable depends on the contractor. Some professional roofers will be willing to budge on labor fees to some extent, while others will simply walk away from the potential work rather than lower their fees. In most cases, it’s best not to negotiate the terms, as lower labor charges could lead to your contractor cutting corners. Material costs aren’t negotiable, but you could purchase them yourself to try to save on delivery fees and markups.
Roof sheathing can buckle from moisture damage, too much weight from roofing materials, or too much space in between rafters without thicker sheathing to compensate for the added distance. Bucking roof sheathing is a serious problem that can lead to a collapsed roof, so have a qualified roofer near you come to identify the problem as soon as possible.
The lifespan of a torch down roof depends on the number of layers installed. A single-ply system typically lasts between 10 and 15 years, while a multi-layer system with two or three layers can last from 15 to 25 years. Although a multi-layer option may be more expensive upfront, it provides a longer service life. Warranties often reflect this, with about 12 years for a one-ply system and 15 years for a two-ply system. For context, this lifespan is shorter than other common roofing materials like wood or asphalt shingles, which typically last 20 to 30 years, with high-quality versions lasting up to 50 years.
The Elverson, PA homeowners’ guide to roofing services
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