Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Richmond 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!
"The crew delivered a fantastic project in just two days, thanks to their excellent communication and professionalism throughout the entire process. Will definitely recommend to the community along with other active duty service members. "
ryan b on June 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Richmond 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!
"The crew delivered a fantastic project in just two days, thanks to their excellent communication and professionalism throughout the entire process. Will definitely recommend to the community along with other active duty service members. "
ryan b 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!
"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
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Richmond 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!
"Initial meeting to scheduling and final installation, the process was smooth and efficient. Installation crew was prompt, completed the work timely, professional, and did a thorough cleanup when finished"
Brian H on May 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Richmond 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!
"Initial meeting to scheduling and final installation, the process was smooth and efficient. Installation crew was prompt, completed the work timely, professional, and did a thorough cleanup when finished"
Brian 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!
"Unprofessional visit. Showed up unannounced and we only knew they were there because one person stood 10 feet from our porch staring at us in through our living room window. My wife spent 10 minutes talking to them, they stated they had no business cards, they only had an appointment card but didn't present it. Honestly when you show up at someone's house you need some sort of identifier if your walking door to door in casual clothes. After the uncomfortable dead stare through the windows my wife and i have decided to post a No Solicitors sign. They didn't take no for an answer at first, pushing with more questions to circumvent the no she gave, as well as interrupted our dinner, as they showed up right at 6pm."
Robert H on May 2023
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!
"Unprofessional visit. Showed up unannounced and we only knew they were there because one person stood 10 feet from our porch staring at us in through our living room window. My wife spent 10 minutes talking to them, they stated they had no business cards, they only had an appointment card but didn't present it. Honestly when you show up at someone's house you need some sort of identifier if your walking door to door in casual clothes. After the uncomfortable dead stare through the windows my wife and i have decided to post a No Solicitors sign. They didn't take no for an answer at first, pushing with more questions to circumvent the no she gave, as well as interrupted our dinner, as they showed up right at 6pm."
Robert H on May 2023
At JDH Remodeling, we specialize in enhancing and protecting your home with a comprehensive range of services. As expert roofing contractors, we ensure your roof is robust and reliable. Our gutter services are designed to effectively manage water flow, preventing damage to your home. We also offer siding solutions that not only add aesthetic appeal but also provide essential protection against the elements. Our insulation services improve energy efficiency, enhancing comfort and reducing costs. Additionally, our window installation services bring natural light and style into your home while ensuring durability and performance. Trust JDH Remodeling for quality craftsmanship and exceptional service.
"JDH did an excellent job on rebuilding my deck. They were very detailed and very efficient. I would definitely hire them for work in the future and recommend them to friends or family."
Herman T on May 2020
At JDH Remodeling, we specialize in enhancing and protecting your home with a comprehensive range of services. As expert roofing contractors, we ensure your roof is robust and reliable. Our gutter services are designed to effectively manage water flow, preventing damage to your home. We also offer siding solutions that not only add aesthetic appeal but also provide essential protection against the elements. Our insulation services improve energy efficiency, enhancing comfort and reducing costs. Additionally, our window installation services bring natural light and style into your home while ensuring durability and performance. Trust JDH Remodeling for quality craftsmanship and exceptional service.
"JDH did an excellent job on rebuilding my deck. They were very detailed and very efficient. I would definitely hire them for work in the future and recommend them to friends or family."
Herman T on May 2020
Specializing in new Metal Roofing! We work with local Amish crews to get your job done right. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They were excellent. They were on time. They were always polite."
Tracey B on December 2020
Specializing in new Metal Roofing! We work with local Amish crews to get your job done right. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They were excellent. They were on time. They were always polite."
Tracey B on December 2020
Don’t underestimate the value of your roof, but don’t overspend on it, either. At DeShazo and Son Roofing, Inc., we provide complete, one-call roofing services for home and business owners in the greater Richmond, Virginia area. In business for over 60 years, we are a Class A contractor, able to handle residential or commercial roofing projects of any size. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality craftsmanship at highly affordable prices, installing repairing, and replacing roofs of any size or type. Whether you need storm repairs for your home or a whole new roof for your hospital, give us a call for a FREE estimate. DeShazo and Son Roofing will never let you down and always keep you covered!
"Nice people and very knowledgeable but don't seem very organized. Someone called me to schedule a quote but I had already met with someone else from the company. Then I did not hear back for days regarding the quote and had already hired someone else."
Anne B on April 2019
Don’t underestimate the value of your roof, but don’t overspend on it, either. At DeShazo and Son Roofing, Inc., we provide complete, one-call roofing services for home and business owners in the greater Richmond, Virginia area. In business for over 60 years, we are a Class A contractor, able to handle residential or commercial roofing projects of any size. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality craftsmanship at highly affordable prices, installing repairing, and replacing roofs of any size or type. Whether you need storm repairs for your home or a whole new roof for your hospital, give us a call for a FREE estimate. DeShazo and Son Roofing will never let you down and always keep you covered!
"Nice people and very knowledgeable but don't seem very organized. Someone called me to schedule a quote but I had already met with someone else from the company. Then I did not hear back for days regarding the quote and had already hired someone else."
Anne B on April 2019
Wilmer is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"We got a quote very quickly. Asked for 40 petcent down Started the the following week. They were done in 3 days with a 26 x 12 ft deck, 15 feet off the ground. It looks great and we are so happy. We will definitely have them back to do other projects that we need around the house. The crew was very friendly and efficient."
Keith W on May 2025
Wilmer is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"We got a quote very quickly. Asked for 40 petcent down Started the the following week. They were done in 3 days with a 26 x 12 ft deck, 15 feet off the ground. It looks great and we are so happy. We will definitely have them back to do other projects that we need around the house. The crew was very friendly and efficient."
Keith W on May 2025
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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.