Jays General Contractor Business is a full-service construction and renovation company specializing in residential and light commercial projects. With a focus on quality craftsmanship, timely project completion, and customer satisfaction, Jay provides a wide range of services including new home construction, remodeling, kitchen and bathroom renovations, roofing, flooring, and exterior work such as decks and siding. Jay's Hammer brings years of hands-on experience in the industry, ensuring that each project is managed professionally from initial planning through final inspection. The business is fully licensed and insured, working closely with clients, architects, and subcontractors to deliver reliable and cost-effective results. Whether it's a small home repair or a full-scale renovation, Jays team emphasizes transparency, clear communication, and attention to detail.
"I recently completed a barn build for my house, and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out! From the start, the process was surprisingly straightforward. I worked with a great team who listened to my ideas and helped bring them to life. The design fits perfectly with my property, blending in nicely with the landscape. I love how spacious it is; there?s plenty of room for everything I need, whether it?s storage or a place for my hobbies. The craftsmanship is top-notch, and the materials used feel sturdy and reliable. One of my favorite features is the big open space inside. It?s so versatile?right now, I?m using it for horses, but I can see it being a gathering spot for friends and family in the future. Overall, if you're considering building a barn, I'd say go for it! It?s a great addition to my home, and the whole experience was much smoother than I expected. I?m excited to enjoy this new space for years to come! I really recommend this team!"
Javier S on May 2025
Jays General Contractor Business is a full-service construction and renovation company specializing in residential and light commercial projects. With a focus on quality craftsmanship, timely project completion, and customer satisfaction, Jay provides a wide range of services including new home construction, remodeling, kitchen and bathroom renovations, roofing, flooring, and exterior work such as decks and siding. Jay's Hammer brings years of hands-on experience in the industry, ensuring that each project is managed professionally from initial planning through final inspection. The business is fully licensed and insured, working closely with clients, architects, and subcontractors to deliver reliable and cost-effective results. Whether it's a small home repair or a full-scale renovation, Jays team emphasizes transparency, clear communication, and attention to detail.
"I recently completed a barn build for my house, and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out! From the start, the process was surprisingly straightforward. I worked with a great team who listened to my ideas and helped bring them to life. The design fits perfectly with my property, blending in nicely with the landscape. I love how spacious it is; there?s plenty of room for everything I need, whether it?s storage or a place for my hobbies. The craftsmanship is top-notch, and the materials used feel sturdy and reliable. One of my favorite features is the big open space inside. It?s so versatile?right now, I?m using it for horses, but I can see it being a gathering spot for friends and family in the future. Overall, if you're considering building a barn, I'd say go for it! It?s a great addition to my home, and the whole experience was much smoother than I expected. I?m excited to enjoy this new space for years to come! I really recommend this team!"
Javier S on May 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
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
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home improvement project as if it were our own. We offer a wide range of roofing expertise and experience to meet the specific needs of our clients. We specialize in a variety of roofing, to include asphalt shingle, traditional tile, natural slate, flat, foam, or single-ply. 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! Ask about our Financing options
"I hired Shark Construction to handle a natural slate roof repair, and they did an outstanding job. They matched the original slate perfectly and worked with great attention to detail, making the repair look seamless. Their team was professional, timely, and clearly experienced with this type of specialized work."
Angelica C on May 2025
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home improvement project as if it were our own. We offer a wide range of roofing expertise and experience to meet the specific needs of our clients. We specialize in a variety of roofing, to include asphalt shingle, traditional tile, natural slate, flat, foam, or single-ply. 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! Ask about our Financing options
"I hired Shark Construction to handle a natural slate roof repair, and they did an outstanding job. They matched the original slate perfectly and worked with great attention to detail, making the repair look seamless. Their team was professional, timely, and clearly experienced with this type of specialized work."
Angelica C on May 2025
HOMEADVISOR VIP CONTRACTOR!!! A home is your best investment - protecting and preserving that investment is essential. That's where we come in. Liberty Home Remodeling specializes in all of your exterior home improvement needs. This includes roofing, siding, gutters, windows and doors. With our extensive training and certifications, you can be confident that you are choosing the most qualified contractor for the job. Our goal is to provide superior work at an honest value. Customer satisfaction is important to us.
"Rashid was great with getting us a quote. We’ve had tons of neighbors compliment us on how the roof looks, but also how fast and clean the crew worked. "
Matt H on June 2025
HOMEADVISOR VIP CONTRACTOR!!! A home is your best investment - protecting and preserving that investment is essential. That's where we come in. Liberty Home Remodeling specializes in all of your exterior home improvement needs. This includes roofing, siding, gutters, windows and doors. With our extensive training and certifications, you can be confident that you are choosing the most qualified contractor for the job. Our goal is to provide superior work at an honest value. Customer satisfaction is important to us.
"Rashid was great with getting us a quote. We’ve had tons of neighbors compliment us on how the roof looks, but also how fast and clean the crew worked. "
Matt H on June 2025
Here at Lakewood Home Builders, we understand that our Reputation relies upon your lasting satisfaction with our Craftsmanship, Products & our Service. In fact, our one goal above all, is Customer Satisfaction. We specialize in major remodeling, additions, interior remodeling of kitchens and bathrooms, basements, and high end screened porches/three season rooms, etc. We work with our partner architects and engineers, or with yours. We are very happy to say that since being placed on Angie's List in 2012, we have received the Super Service Award every year through 2023. Call on us to see how we can help you with the remodeling project you're considering. Also Contact John Stageberg at: 571-275-0922 email: jpstageberg@aol.com phone
"Everything turned out well. The crew worked efficiently and effectively in all the details of the job. Everyone we interacted with was extremely polite and professional."
Sofia P on October 2023
Here at Lakewood Home Builders, we understand that our Reputation relies upon your lasting satisfaction with our Craftsmanship, Products & our Service. In fact, our one goal above all, is Customer Satisfaction. We specialize in major remodeling, additions, interior remodeling of kitchens and bathrooms, basements, and high end screened porches/three season rooms, etc. We work with our partner architects and engineers, or with yours. We are very happy to say that since being placed on Angie's List in 2012, we have received the Super Service Award every year through 2023. Call on us to see how we can help you with the remodeling project you're considering. Also Contact John Stageberg at: 571-275-0922 email: jpstageberg@aol.com phone
"Everything turned out well. The crew worked efficiently and effectively in all the details of the job. Everyone we interacted with was extremely polite and professional."
Sofia P on October 2023
Exterior Medics is a premier home remodeling company, specializing in exterior replacement and repairs for both commercial and residential properties. When it comes to service and execution, we are unmatched. We've earned the Angie's List Super Service Award for 8 consecutive years, and are among just 2% of contractors nationwide to earn the GAF Master Elite status. Our team handles every project with utmost care and a laser-focused attention to detail. We consider every home we touch to be a reflection of our high standards, and treat every homeowner like a beloved member of our own family. Bonded and well insured. Licensed in both Maryland and Virginia.
"Spent ~$50,000 on a new roof with them. Thought everything went well. Years later discovered that they had not sealed the cricket on the chimney well enough. Discovered water coming in and eventually rotting the wallboard, studs, etc. Had to replace entire wall. Called them about the issue, they sent a rep. He said it was the chimney's fault, it was leaking. Not so, opened the wall and ceiling and had another roofer come spray water on the chimney, nothing, no leak. Then sprayed water on the cricket, water came in. Exterior Medics would not admit any fault. Had it repaired, no leak, no problem since then. Had recommended to a friend, never gain, he also had a bad experience. DO NOT USE IF YOU WANT QUALITY WORK AND A COMPANY HAT STANDS BEHIND THEIR WORK."
Peter K on January 2025
Exterior Medics is a premier home remodeling company, specializing in exterior replacement and repairs for both commercial and residential properties. When it comes to service and execution, we are unmatched. We've earned the Angie's List Super Service Award for 8 consecutive years, and are among just 2% of contractors nationwide to earn the GAF Master Elite status. Our team handles every project with utmost care and a laser-focused attention to detail. We consider every home we touch to be a reflection of our high standards, and treat every homeowner like a beloved member of our own family. Bonded and well insured. Licensed in both Maryland and Virginia.
"Spent ~$50,000 on a new roof with them. Thought everything went well. Years later discovered that they had not sealed the cricket on the chimney well enough. Discovered water coming in and eventually rotting the wallboard, studs, etc. Had to replace entire wall. Called them about the issue, they sent a rep. He said it was the chimney's fault, it was leaking. Not so, opened the wall and ceiling and had another roofer come spray water on the chimney, nothing, no leak. Then sprayed water on the cricket, water came in. Exterior Medics would not admit any fault. Had it repaired, no leak, no problem since then. Had recommended to a friend, never gain, he also had a bad experience. DO NOT USE IF YOU WANT QUALITY WORK AND A COMPANY HAT STANDS BEHIND THEIR WORK."
Peter K 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
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
At The Home Doctor, we go beyond exterior improvements – we protect the health of your home. As a locally owned and operated business, our mission is simple: to provide you, our valued homeowner, with superior products and personalized service. Big Savings: Limited Time Only – 50% OFF Installation TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Offer valid on complete replacement projects of 10+ windows, entire roofs, or all sides of siding. Gutter, door, and attic insulation projects qualify with a minimum job cost of $7,500. Discount applies to 50% off installation costs only, which typically account for 20-30% of the total job cost, resulting in a 10-15% overall project discount. Valid for new contracts only, cannot be combined with other offers. Valid on initial visit only, and has no cash value. Residential projects only; exclusions apply. Deferred payments only valid with this promotion. The Home Doctor reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotion at any time.
"We were looking to increase our attic insulation and met The Home Doctor Company at the Capital Remodel and Garden Show in February 2025 as well as some other companies. We consulted with several companies and decided to go with The Hone Doctor for our attic insulation. The company rep, Chris Lear, was very good explaining what they would do and why our attic needed R-38 insulation. I knew we needed more but did not realize our attic was only R-13. I have worked with numerous contractors before on projects and felt this was a really good company plus they have great reviews. The installation of the attic insulation went very well. They do install siding as well but decided to put this project off for now. Would highly recommend this company."
Beverly B on March 2025
At The Home Doctor, we go beyond exterior improvements – we protect the health of your home. As a locally owned and operated business, our mission is simple: to provide you, our valued homeowner, with superior products and personalized service. Big Savings: Limited Time Only – 50% OFF Installation TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Offer valid on complete replacement projects of 10+ windows, entire roofs, or all sides of siding. Gutter, door, and attic insulation projects qualify with a minimum job cost of $7,500. Discount applies to 50% off installation costs only, which typically account for 20-30% of the total job cost, resulting in a 10-15% overall project discount. Valid for new contracts only, cannot be combined with other offers. Valid on initial visit only, and has no cash value. Residential projects only; exclusions apply. Deferred payments only valid with this promotion. The Home Doctor reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotion at any time.
"We were looking to increase our attic insulation and met The Home Doctor Company at the Capital Remodel and Garden Show in February 2025 as well as some other companies. We consulted with several companies and decided to go with The Hone Doctor for our attic insulation. The company rep, Chris Lear, was very good explaining what they would do and why our attic needed R-38 insulation. I knew we needed more but did not realize our attic was only R-13. I have worked with numerous contractors before on projects and felt this was a really good company plus they have great reviews. The installation of the attic insulation went very well. They do install siding as well but decided to put this project off for now. Would highly recommend this company."
Beverly B on March 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
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
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.