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J. Ventura Contracting, LLC

P.O. Box 247
4.71(
49
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J. Ventura Contracting, LLC

P.O. Box 247
4.71(
49
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
289 local quotes requested

At J. Ventura Contracting, LLC, our passion drives us to excel in diverse services in Broome County, NY. We offer expert roofing, stylish siding, remarkable kitchen and bathroom remodels, elegant decking, seamless renovations, customized projects, and stress-free residential insurance claim assistance. Embracing resilience and adaptability, we navigate the complexities of residential construction with integrity, quality craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. Our personalized, detail-oriented approach ensures exceptional outcomes and intricate finish work, setting us apart from hasty workmanship. We balance efficiency and quality while transforming your space into your envisioned haven, fueled by our unwavering passion for excellence.

"J. Ventura LLC was awesome! He was polite, honest, responsive, knowledgeable and skilled. His quote was very reasonable. We will be hiring him again in the future for upcoming projects for sure."

William B on August 2025

At J. Ventura Contracting, LLC, our passion drives us to excel in diverse services in Broome County, NY. We offer expert roofing, stylish siding, remarkable kitchen and bathroom remodels, elegant decking, seamless renovations, customized projects, and stress-free residential insurance claim assistance. Embracing resilience and adaptability, we navigate the complexities of residential construction with integrity, quality craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. Our personalized, detail-oriented approach ensures exceptional outcomes and intricate finish work, setting us apart from hasty workmanship. We balance efficiency and quality while transforming your space into your envisioned haven, fueled by our unwavering passion for excellence.

"J. Ventura LLC was awesome! He was polite, honest, responsive, knowledgeable and skilled. His quote was very reasonable. We will be hiring him again in the future for upcoming projects for sure."

William B on August 2025


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JV Contracting

5.00(
11
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JV Contracting

5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
286 local quotes requested

We are family ran business we have all the right tools to do your job the right way we take pride in are work we have a lot of references you can call and check out for your self

"JV contracting did a excellent job on our roof . I highly recommend ! A great job at a fair price. They cleaned up everyday and explained what needed to be done when they found rotted wood on my 123 year old house .They fixed it good as new. We love the color of the shingles we picked out . Great job by Josh and his crew !"

steve O on October 2023

We are family ran business we have all the right tools to do your job the right way we take pride in are work we have a lot of references you can call and check out for your self

"JV contracting did a excellent job on our roof . I highly recommend ! A great job at a fair price. They cleaned up everyday and explained what needed to be done when they found rotted wood on my 123 year old house .They fixed it good as new. We love the color of the shingles we picked out . Great job by Josh and his crew !"

steve O on October 2023


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Laman's Roofing & Gutters

8 Market St
5.00(
7
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Laman's Roofing & Gutters

8 Market St
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

Laman's Roofing & Gutters Is a fully insured family owned and operated company. It has been providing Top notch quality craftsmanship to the local area for decades. We also have very affordable pricing while still giving you premium products in our industry. We give free estimates to all in our local area!

"The crew was impressive! Each man knew his job, and they worked together like gears in a machine! The work and the cleanup was near perfect. I would recommend Laman Roofing to anyone. Great work, fair price."

jim t on June 2025

Laman's Roofing & Gutters Is a fully insured family owned and operated company. It has been providing Top notch quality craftsmanship to the local area for decades. We also have very affordable pricing while still giving you premium products in our industry. We give free estimates to all in our local area!

"The crew was impressive! Each man knew his job, and they worked together like gears in a machine! The work and the cleanup was near perfect. I would recommend Laman Roofing to anyone. Great work, fair price."

jim t on June 2025


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Robert Laman JR Construction

3622 George F Hwy
4.38(
37
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Robert Laman JR Construction

3622 George F Hwy
4.38(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
267 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

Robert Laman Jr Construction is a locally owned and family-operated business established in 1989. Owner Robert Laman Jr. has over 32 years experience in the home improvement field. Our job foremen are skilled and experienced in their respective fields. All contracted work is completed in a clean, courteous and professional manner by our own trained installers. Job sites are cleaned daily and we only use top quality materials - America's Finest Brands! Call today for the area's best!

"The roof looks great and they did a wonderful job cleaning up, with a very fair price. Would definitely recommend."

Tracy C on May 2024

Robert Laman Jr Construction is a locally owned and family-operated business established in 1989. Owner Robert Laman Jr. has over 32 years experience in the home improvement field. Our job foremen are skilled and experienced in their respective fields. All contracted work is completed in a clean, courteous and professional manner by our own trained installers. Job sites are cleaned daily and we only use top quality materials - America's Finest Brands! Call today for the area's best!

"The roof looks great and they did a wonderful job cleaning up, with a very fair price. Would definitely recommend."

Tracy C on May 2024


Washburn Windows

775 Main Street
3.50(
2
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Washburn Windows

775 Main Street
3.50(
2
)
Customers say: True professional
21 years of experience

Washburn Windows is locally owed division of Washburn Construction LLC. We have specialized in providing quality new home and renovation construction in the greater Binghamton Area for over 10 years. We take great pride in our window replacement division because we use only qualified and experienced carpenters to install only the most energy efficient windows on the market; the same guys who know how to construct additions, build new homes, install kitchens, install siding, etc. This makes a difference in quality and customer service. Our premier product from Serious Windows is our one of our top choices for vinyl window replacements, because they offer exquisite design choices, the best energy saving techniques in the industry, and great value for every dollar. With advanced HEAT MIRROR technology, vinyl windows have a High R-value energy rating, while remaining light-weight to reduce stress on your structure. We are very excited about installing these top of the line replacement windows for your home. Please contact us for a free quote and see how Washburn Windows is the right choice for your important project. You may also visit us at washburn-construction.com to see some of our work.

Washburn Windows is locally owed division of Washburn Construction LLC. We have specialized in providing quality new home and renovation construction in the greater Binghamton Area for over 10 years. We take great pride in our window replacement division because we use only qualified and experienced carpenters to install only the most energy efficient windows on the market; the same guys who know how to construct additions, build new homes, install kitchens, install siding, etc. This makes a difference in quality and customer service. Our premier product from Serious Windows is our one of our top choices for vinyl window replacements, because they offer exquisite design choices, the best energy saving techniques in the industry, and great value for every dollar. With advanced HEAT MIRROR technology, vinyl windows have a High R-value energy rating, while remaining light-weight to reduce stress on your structure. We are very excited about installing these top of the line replacement windows for your home. Please contact us for a free quote and see how Washburn Windows is the right choice for your important project. You may also visit us at washburn-construction.com to see some of our work.


Freelance Construction & Concret LLC.

207 Carl St
1.00(
1
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Freelance Construction & Concret LLC.

207 Carl St
1.00(
1
)
22 years of experience

We as a company have always kept our pricing low

We as a company have always kept our pricing low


M & D Lawn Service

7 Parsons Ave
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M & D Lawn Service

7 Parsons Ave
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40 years of experience

We are the Four Seasons Professionals..... We offer all kinds of services from you roof to your driveway and yes we do snow plowing and de-ice to...

We are the Four Seasons Professionals..... We offer all kinds of services from you roof to your driveway and yes we do snow plowing and de-ice to...


J&E Snow Removal Landscaping and Remodeling

17 Riverview Lane
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J&E Snow Removal Landscaping and Remodeling

17 Riverview Lane
No reviews yet
13 years of experience

The number of employees are 7.Our company sub contracts through companies like lowes home depot or local hardware store. We offer many money saving coupons that helps the customer save. We have three financing options available.

The number of employees are 7.Our company sub contracts through companies like lowes home depot or local hardware store. We offer many money saving coupons that helps the customer save. We have three financing options available.


CSH Contracting

40 North St
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CSH Contracting

40 North St
No reviews yet
12 years of experience

This is owner run, fully insured ,reasonable rates, free estimates, payment options are negotiable.

This is owner run, fully insured ,reasonable rates, free estimates, payment options are negotiable.


RJB Property Management

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RJB Property Management

No reviews yet
Free onsite estimate

Veteran Owned Property management services. Services range from painting, plumbing, heating, interior/exterior repairs and maintenance. Landscaping and snow removal. Residential cleaning and rental preparation. Monthly collection and inspection for non-resident property owners. Flexible and accommodating services available.

Veteran Owned Property management services. Services range from painting, plumbing, heating, interior/exterior repairs and maintenance. Landscaping and snow removal. Residential cleaning and rental preparation. Monthly collection and inspection for non-resident property owners. Flexible and accommodating services available.

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Binghamton, NY

A typical heat cable uses 5 watts per foot, regardless of the outside temperature. So, if your cable is 100 feet long, it uses 500 watts per hour. Expect to pay an additional $40 to $200 or more per month on your electricity bill. Be sure to turn manual cables off in the summer when you don't need them.

To install heat tape on your roof, place it along the lower edge in a precise zig-zag pattern to maximize coverage and heat distribution. Professional installers secure the tape with specialized clips that attach firmly to your shingles. This method ensures even heat distribution to effectively melt ice and snow while maintaining your roof's integrity during severe winter conditions.

Choosing between heated gutters and roof heating cables usually comes down to budget, appearance, and performance. Heated gutters cost less to install and blend seamlessly with your home’s exterior, making them a discreet, lower-cost option for preventing ice dams. Roof heating cables deliver more customizable and powerful heat along roof edges to handle heavy snow and ice, but they require more material and labor, increasing your upfront investment. Evaluate your roof design, winter weather demands, and energy budget to select the system that works best for your property.

Roof heating cables prevent ice dams by melting snow and stopping ice buildup at the roof edge. Ice damming occurs when melting snow refreezes on a cold roof—often right above the gutter line—and blocks water from draining, which can force moisture under shingles into your home. Heating cables maintain a warm channel that clears ice dams as soon as they form and protects your roof from water damage and structural issues.

Roof heating cables last between two and ten years before replacement is needed, wearing out faster than your roof itself. Their lifespan depends on climate severity, cable type, and exposure to physical damage. Consistent inspections and preventative maintenance—such as clearing debris, tightening clips, and checking electrical connections—can extend their service life and ensure reliable snow and ice protection each winter.

To safely remove snow from your roof, start with a specially designed roof rake, standing firmly on the ground and pulling snow downhill rather than climbing onto the roof. You can also apply calcium chloride ice melt to break up stubborn ice or gently use a secured rope from a safe vantage point. 

Keep in mind that large snow slabs can weigh hundreds of pounds and pose a serious fall risk. If conditions are hazardous or you lack the right equipment, hire a professional to protect your safety and your roof’s integrity.

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