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American Home Tech

4.81(
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American Home Tech

4.81(
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

American Home Tech, provides full service restoration, remodeling, inspection and addition expertise and services in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. American Home Tech offers residential and commercial roofing siding, windows, doors, general contracting, drywall, gutters, painting, interior remodeling for kitchens, basements and bathrooms, and more. Trust is just one thing that American Home Tech strives to build by providing expert services at a price to fit any budget. The organization’s mission is to be the leading provider of value-added solutions to its customers, leaving a lasting impact on every person it encounters, all with truth, fairness, and integrity. When disaster strikes, American Home Tech is here to help homeowners start the recovery process and ensure they get what they deserve from insurance providers. American Home Tech insurance specialists provide the needed counsel and support to secure full coverage, whenever possible, for the damage.

"From beginning to end the process was ao easy . The roof looks great and the clean up was fantastic also!"

Tammy R on December 2025

American Home Tech, provides full service restoration, remodeling, inspection and addition expertise and services in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. American Home Tech offers residential and commercial roofing siding, windows, doors, general contracting, drywall, gutters, painting, interior remodeling for kitchens, basements and bathrooms, and more. Trust is just one thing that American Home Tech strives to build by providing expert services at a price to fit any budget. The organization’s mission is to be the leading provider of value-added solutions to its customers, leaving a lasting impact on every person it encounters, all with truth, fairness, and integrity. When disaster strikes, American Home Tech is here to help homeowners start the recovery process and ensure they get what they deserve from insurance providers. American Home Tech insurance specialists provide the needed counsel and support to secure full coverage, whenever possible, for the damage.

"From beginning to end the process was ao easy . The roof looks great and the clean up was fantastic also!"

Tammy R on December 2025

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Lance Roofing & Siding Inc.

4.61(
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Lance Roofing & Siding Inc.

4.61(
72
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 years of experience

Family owned and operated roofing experts with over 24 years of experience. We specialize in roof replacements, siding installation and repairs. Call us for your gutter needs too. We provide FREE estimates!

"The job was done very well! They are the only one who diagnose the problem and they redo the work and fixed it."

Mary K S on October 2021

Family owned and operated roofing experts with over 24 years of experience. We specialize in roof replacements, siding installation and repairs. Call us for your gutter needs too. We provide FREE estimates!

"The job was done very well! They are the only one who diagnose the problem and they redo the work and fixed it."

Mary K S on October 2021

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Blue Ladder Roofing

5.00(
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Blue Ladder Roofing

5.00(
14
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 local quotes requested

At Blue Ladder Roofing, our Mission is to serve our Local Community of Residential Homeowners as well as Businesses alike. We put forth our dedication, integrity, and name on every project we complete. While in our Community we are striving to build lasting relationships by making sure each and every last customer is completely satisfied. Weather we are here to help you repair and stop a leak or take care of your replacement of Roofing, Siding, or gutters we are here for you. We use the strongest and most updated Owens Corning Products and complete your project from top to bottom. We are here to make our mark in the Roofing industry by providing Exceptional Customer Service to all.

"Blue Ladder Roofing did a great job. Ryan Green was very professional, patient and thorough explaining work needed and insurance coverage. The roof looks great and work was completed sooner than expected."

David H on March 2023

At Blue Ladder Roofing, our Mission is to serve our Local Community of Residential Homeowners as well as Businesses alike. We put forth our dedication, integrity, and name on every project we complete. While in our Community we are striving to build lasting relationships by making sure each and every last customer is completely satisfied. Weather we are here to help you repair and stop a leak or take care of your replacement of Roofing, Siding, or gutters we are here for you. We use the strongest and most updated Owens Corning Products and complete your project from top to bottom. We are here to make our mark in the Roofing industry by providing Exceptional Customer Service to all.

"Blue Ladder Roofing did a great job. Ryan Green was very professional, patient and thorough explaining work needed and insurance coverage. The roof looks great and work was completed sooner than expected."

David H on March 2023

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Warren Masonry and Roofing

4.50(
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Warren Masonry and Roofing

4.50(
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78 local quotes requested
48 years of experience

Warren Masonry & Roofing has been fulfilling general construction needs of homeowners & businesses in Indianapolis and beyond for 45+ years. From chimney repair and roof replacement to new construction, we aim to meet our customers' needs. We are an experienced team built on hard work, transparency, and integrity. Zero money down. No payment until the job is complete. Results Matter, Call Today!

"They Purchased to many materials, and did not give me a receipts to return them to store. I offered to give them to him he said he would be back and he never came, gave them to someone I knew I could not communicate with the workers due to language barrier. They did really good with roofing, they laced out tarp to catch nails and clean up was great. "

Beth G on January 2026

Warren Masonry & Roofing has been fulfilling general construction needs of homeowners & businesses in Indianapolis and beyond for 45+ years. From chimney repair and roof replacement to new construction, we aim to meet our customers' needs. We are an experienced team built on hard work, transparency, and integrity. Zero money down. No payment until the job is complete. Results Matter, Call Today!

"They Purchased to many materials, and did not give me a receipts to return them to store. I offered to give them to him he said he would be back and he never came, gave them to someone I knew I could not communicate with the workers due to language barrier. They did really good with roofing, they laced out tarp to catch nails and clean up was great. "

Beth G on January 2026

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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance

5.00(
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance

5.00(
37
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
52 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated complete home repair, maintenance and remodeling company. We have over 29 years of experience in residential remodeling, repairs, maintenance and construction. We believe in and provide premium craftsmanship for all of your home needs. We are professional, trustworthy and reliable. We service the entire Tristate area.

"We were in a bind a month and half ago when we needed to have a wheelchair accessible ramp installed to the front porch of our house. After numerous frantic phone calls , Tim stepped in to help out. His crew had the job done in inclement weather to our complete and utter amazement. Kudos to a job well done. We definitely recomend them for any home care needs."

Nancy W on January 2026

We are a family owned and operated complete home repair, maintenance and remodeling company. We have over 29 years of experience in residential remodeling, repairs, maintenance and construction. We believe in and provide premium craftsmanship for all of your home needs. We are professional, trustworthy and reliable. We service the entire Tristate area.

"We were in a bind a month and half ago when we needed to have a wheelchair accessible ramp installed to the front porch of our house. After numerous frantic phone calls , Tim stepped in to help out. His crew had the job done in inclement weather to our complete and utter amazement. Kudos to a job well done. We definitely recomend them for any home care needs."

Nancy W on January 2026

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Clemens Home Solutions

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Clemens Home Solutions

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home.

"They were amazing. Very professional, never pushy, and keep you informed the whole time. They did a big picture window for us, and we couldn't be happier. I'd recommend them to ANYONE!!"

Samantha H on December 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime once you see our quality work. We're passionate about delivering an exceptional experience. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home.

"They were amazing. Very professional, never pushy, and keep you informed the whole time. They did a big picture window for us, and we couldn't be happier. I'd recommend them to ANYONE!!"

Samantha H on December 2025

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True Crew Windows and Doors LLC

5.00(
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True Crew Windows and Doors LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

True Crew Windows and Doors. Also offering Siding and Roofing. We are here to make your home exterior renovation experience a success. Window Replacement and New Construction. It's EASY when it's TRUE. Over 25 years of experience. No hype. No gimmicks. Transparent pricing on only the best windows and doors in the industry. Expert installations. After the sale service. We got this. www.TrueCrewWindows.com Pro-Via Windows and Doors SeaWay Windows and Doors Kolbe Windows and Doors

"Great installer. Doors appear to be very high quality."

Rick L on January 2023

True Crew Windows and Doors. Also offering Siding and Roofing. We are here to make your home exterior renovation experience a success. Window Replacement and New Construction. It's EASY when it's TRUE. Over 25 years of experience. No hype. No gimmicks. Transparent pricing on only the best windows and doors in the industry. Expert installations. After the sale service. We got this. www.TrueCrewWindows.com Pro-Via Windows and Doors SeaWay Windows and Doors Kolbe Windows and Doors

"Great installer. Doors appear to be very high quality."

Rick L on January 2023

Cupp's Construction

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Cupp's Construction

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Experienced handyman I have over a decade in home improvement and car repair. I have a lot of skills from drywall, plumbing, roofing, flooring, painting and more. I also have alot of experience with cars and can basically solve any problem you have at a very reasonable rate

Experienced handyman I have over a decade in home improvement and car repair. I have a lot of skills from drywall, plumbing, roofing, flooring, painting and more. I also have alot of experience with cars and can basically solve any problem you have at a very reasonable rate

Shaw Electrical Mechanical

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Shaw Electrical Mechanical

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We accept Visa and Master Card

We accept Visa and Master Card

Timmerman Unlimited, LLC.

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Timmerman Unlimited, LLC.

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34 years of experience

Timmerman Unlimited, LLC. is one of only 2 licensed & insured roofing contractors in the Kosciusko County Area. We offer free roofing replacement estimates and resonably priced roofing inspections. Certified GAF/ELK installers with exceptional warranty programs and finacing availability.

Timmerman Unlimited, LLC. is one of only 2 licensed & insured roofing contractors in the Kosciusko County Area. We offer free roofing replacement estimates and resonably priced roofing inspections. Certified GAF/ELK installers with exceptional warranty programs and finacing availability.

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Boston, IN

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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