Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Maryland and Washington DC by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Just imaging solution"
Jack S on April 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Maryland and Washington DC by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Just imaging solution"
Jack S on April 2025
USA Storm Roofing & Construction Group offers expert roofing, siding, and storm damage repair across the DMV area. Our skilled team uses top-quality materials to ensure lasting results for homes and businesses. From leak repairs to full replacements, we deliver reliable, professional service with clear communication every step of the way. Trust USA Storm Roofing for quality, durability, and exceptional customer care on every project.
"Customer service was outstanding. Repair team went to extra effort to match existing shingles. Little pricey but hopefully the work will solve the leakage problem."
Larry W on March 2025
USA Storm Roofing & Construction Group offers expert roofing, siding, and storm damage repair across the DMV area. Our skilled team uses top-quality materials to ensure lasting results for homes and businesses. From leak repairs to full replacements, we deliver reliable, professional service with clear communication every step of the way. Trust USA Storm Roofing for quality, durability, and exceptional customer care on every project.
"Customer service was outstanding. Repair team went to extra effort to match existing shingles. Little pricey but hopefully the work will solve the leakage problem."
Larry W on March 2025
Since 1992, Roofing Pups, Roofing & Siding - MD has provided homeowners and business owners with top quality, factory-direct products, professionally installed by licensed, bonded installers with over 25 years of home improvement experience. Our experience sales representative will assist you with the windows and/or doors that suit you best. Roofing Pups Roofing & Siding takes pride in building relationships with not only our consumers but with our manufacturers as well. We have maintained a reputable business relationship with both of our leading manufactures, American Jewel and Home Guard, for 15 years. Being a locally owned and operated company, Roofing Pups is able to provide you with top quality products with a bottom line price! Come see for yourself how Air Tite Windows & Doors, Inc. can make your home look stunning and more energy efficient.
"Great.good job"
linwood c on May 2025
Since 1992, Roofing Pups, Roofing & Siding - MD has provided homeowners and business owners with top quality, factory-direct products, professionally installed by licensed, bonded installers with over 25 years of home improvement experience. Our experience sales representative will assist you with the windows and/or doors that suit you best. Roofing Pups Roofing & Siding takes pride in building relationships with not only our consumers but with our manufacturers as well. We have maintained a reputable business relationship with both of our leading manufactures, American Jewel and Home Guard, for 15 years. Being a locally owned and operated company, Roofing Pups is able to provide you with top quality products with a bottom line price! Come see for yourself how Air Tite Windows & Doors, Inc. can make your home look stunning and more energy efficient.
"Great.good job"
linwood c on May 2025
Unlike other companies we don’t just TELL you something will look good - we SHOW you. We provide full color 3-D renderings of all of our products to show what they will look like on your home PRIOR to you making any decisions or signing a contract. We do this for free the first time we come out as part of our free estimate & design consultation. With the Forever Guarantee along with full color 3-D designs before you make a decision - our goal is COMPLETE peace of mind for all our customers. We then follow this up with top notch communication, customer service, skill, and quality for Virginia's leading exterior replacement experience.
"Great service, they are experts in sidings. They explained the material, cost, etc. Flexible in starting date and payment plans. Strongly recommend them"
Suhe P on February 2025
Unlike other companies we don’t just TELL you something will look good - we SHOW you. We provide full color 3-D renderings of all of our products to show what they will look like on your home PRIOR to you making any decisions or signing a contract. We do this for free the first time we come out as part of our free estimate & design consultation. With the Forever Guarantee along with full color 3-D designs before you make a decision - our goal is COMPLETE peace of mind for all our customers. We then follow this up with top notch communication, customer service, skill, and quality for Virginia's leading exterior replacement experience.
"Great service, they are experts in sidings. They explained the material, cost, etc. Flexible in starting date and payment plans. Strongly recommend them"
Suhe P on February 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"I had my roof replaced by Long Home and it was a great experience. From start to finish, the customer service, communication, quality of materials, and speed of install was exceptional."
Dana P on January 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"I had my roof replaced by Long Home and it was a great experience. From start to finish, the customer service, communication, quality of materials, and speed of install was exceptional."
Dana P on January 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Maryland and Washington DC by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Everybody ive talked to starting with the sales rep Wu, down to Dylan the project manager, and especially Leo's roofing crew has been absolutely amazing. Even the folks behind the scenes communicated everything effortlessly, and my roof is excellent. Cannot speak highly enough about this experience."
Stephen M on June 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Maryland and Washington DC by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"Everybody ive talked to starting with the sales rep Wu, down to Dylan the project manager, and especially Leo's roofing crew has been absolutely amazing. Even the folks behind the scenes communicated everything effortlessly, and my roof is excellent. Cannot speak highly enough about this experience."
Stephen M on June 2025
2024 Super Service Award Winner in Roofing, Siding and Windows! R.M. Banning is a family owned business serving Northern Virginia for over 40 years. For over four decades R.M. Banning has earned the trust of thousands of customers through our new Roof, Siding and Windows. Top quality products and master applicators are the key to our success. Chances are if you live in Northern Virginia the R.M. Banning crews have worked for one or more of your neighbors. Consult with one of our estimators today and find out which products and colors will freshen your home and give it that new look. Take a look at the new Limited Lifetime warranties on siding and roofing products that are changing the home improvement industry.
"Everything went very well and as planned. The crew showed up on time and got to work right away. They finished replacing the entire roof the same day and the best part is there were not disruption to speak of. Price was reasonable. Javier, the PM, did a nice job communicating with me before the work started and after the job was done. I definitely recommend them."
Rick F on June 2025
2024 Super Service Award Winner in Roofing, Siding and Windows! R.M. Banning is a family owned business serving Northern Virginia for over 40 years. For over four decades R.M. Banning has earned the trust of thousands of customers through our new Roof, Siding and Windows. Top quality products and master applicators are the key to our success. Chances are if you live in Northern Virginia the R.M. Banning crews have worked for one or more of your neighbors. Consult with one of our estimators today and find out which products and colors will freshen your home and give it that new look. Take a look at the new Limited Lifetime warranties on siding and roofing products that are changing the home improvement industry.
"Everything went very well and as planned. The crew showed up on time and got to work right away. They finished replacing the entire roof the same day and the best part is there were not disruption to speak of. Price was reasonable. Javier, the PM, did a nice job communicating with me before the work started and after the job was done. I definitely recommend them."
Rick F on June 2025
JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!
"Fine it was fine"
Jonathan S on April 2025
JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!
"Fine it was fine"
Jonathan S on April 2025
One Team Pushing the Envelope of Innovation and Performance through an Elite Level of Customer Service. AROCON Roofing & Construction offers superior services at an affordable price because we are your Virginia contractor. 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 Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, Fauquier, and Prince William, and all the cities lying within those counties. Call us today to make Home Improvement, Simplified. #rooftuneup.
"Excellent work cleaning gutters - will use again!"
Todd D on March 2025
One Team Pushing the Envelope of Innovation and Performance through an Elite Level of Customer Service. AROCON Roofing & Construction offers superior services at an affordable price because we are your Virginia contractor. 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 Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, Fauquier, and Prince William, and all the cities lying within those counties. Call us today to make Home Improvement, Simplified. #rooftuneup.
"Excellent work cleaning gutters - will use again!"
Todd D on March 2025
Paramount Builders takes pride in being your local home improvement contractor. Since 1991, we have served our local community by providing the very best products, warranties, installation techniques, service, and most importantly; your experience from start to finish. Our exclusive product lines give us the benefit of being able to extend our top-of-the-line products to you, our neighbors, with certainty and affordability. We hand-picked our exclusive products with you, your family, and your home's aesthetic and longevity in mind. All of our products were created to keep your home energy efficient and protected in every way. Our commitment to excellence does not waiver. We understand what it means to own a home, and we understand as professionals what you and your home deserve. We live each day by our mission statement; "Improving the Community, One Home at a Time," and thank you for continuing to trust us!
"Awesome Amazing job"
Karen H on May 2025
Paramount Builders takes pride in being your local home improvement contractor. Since 1991, we have served our local community by providing the very best products, warranties, installation techniques, service, and most importantly; your experience from start to finish. Our exclusive product lines give us the benefit of being able to extend our top-of-the-line products to you, our neighbors, with certainty and affordability. We hand-picked our exclusive products with you, your family, and your home's aesthetic and longevity in mind. All of our products were created to keep your home energy efficient and protected in every way. Our commitment to excellence does not waiver. We understand what it means to own a home, and we understand as professionals what you and your home deserve. We live each day by our mission statement; "Improving the Community, One Home at a Time," and thank you for continuing to trust us!
"Awesome Amazing job"
Karen H on May 2025
A slate roof features thin tiles of natural stone installed over a solid deck and underlayment. Formed under intense heat and pressure, slate is exceptionally durable and delivers a distinctive, high-end look. Because the material weighs far more than asphalt, most homes need added structural support before installation.
While upfront costs are higher and routine inspections are a must, many homeowners choose slate for its unmatched longevity and curb appeal.
Slate stands out for its 50- to 200-year life span, low maintenance, and classic aesthetic. It’s fire-resistant, energy-efficient, and often boosts resale value.
On the flip side, slate runs far more per square foot than asphalt, weighs up to four times as much, and demands a contractor who specializes in the material. Tiles can crack on impact, and repairs cost more because the work is slow and precise. If your budget and structure can handle it, slate delivers top-tier performance for generations.
Natural and synthetic slate aim for a premium, stone-like appearance, whereas asphalt focuses on affordability. Real slate runs $10 to $30 per square foot installed and lasts up to 200 years; synthetic slate costs $10 to $15 and tops out at 50 to 100 years.
Standard asphalt averages $3 to $8 per square foot and needs replacement every 20 to 30 years. If you want the slate look without the full price tag—or extra roof weight—synthetic is a solid middle ground.
With routine inspections and prompt repairs, a natural slate roof can last well beyond 100 years; some hard-slate installations reach the 200-year mark. Soft slate falls in the 50- to 125-year range, and synthetic products last 50 to 100 years.
Remember, flashing, fasteners, and the underlying structure may need attention sooner than the stone itself. Severe hail or fallen limbs can also shorten life span, so schedule periodic checkups with a slate-qualified roofer.
If you plan to stay in your home long term—or want a standout selling point—slate delivers strong value. Although installation costs are high, owners often recoup 60% to 70% at resale and enjoy lower replacement cycles than asphalt. The stone’s durability, energy efficiency, and timeless curb appeal also appeal to eco-conscious buyers because fewer roofs end up in landfills. Just be sure your framing can handle the weight and that you budget for occasional specialty repairs.
Skip the DIY climb if you have a slate roof. Slate may be tough against the weather, but a single misplaced step can crack a tile and create a leak path. The surface also turns slick when wet, upping the risk of injury. Professional crews use staging and hook ladders that spread weight across multiple slates, protecting both the roof and the worker. To inspect or repair slate, call a roofer who specializes in the material.