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AROCON Roofing & Construction

4.70(
1,202
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AROCON Roofing & Construction

4.70(
1,202
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
146 local quotes requested

AROCON offers superior services at an affordable price because we are your Maryland & Virginia contractor. We service all of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Dorchester, Frederick, Howard, Harford, Montgomery, Prince George's, Queen Annes, Talbot, Wicomico, and Worchester Maryland counties, as well as Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, Fauquier, and Prince William, Virginia counties and parts of Southern Pennsylvania. 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 Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Howard, Harford and Montgomery counties, including parts of Prince George's county and Southern Pennsylvania. Call us today to make Home Improvement, Simplified. #rooftuneup.

"They quoted half of the other two we got quotes from. Work was scheduled a couple weeks later and done in a day."

Katrina B on October 2024

AROCON offers superior services at an affordable price because we are your Maryland & Virginia contractor. We service all of Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Dorchester, Frederick, Howard, Harford, Montgomery, Prince George's, Queen Annes, Talbot, Wicomico, and Worchester Maryland counties, as well as Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, Fauquier, and Prince William, Virginia counties and parts of Southern Pennsylvania. 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 Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Howard, Harford and Montgomery counties, including parts of Prince George's county and Southern Pennsylvania. Call us today to make Home Improvement, Simplified. #rooftuneup.

"They quoted half of the other two we got quotes from. Work was scheduled a couple weeks later and done in a day."

Katrina B on October 2024


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Home Genius Exteriors

4.94(
305
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Home Genius Exteriors

4.94(
305
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
596 local quotes requested

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!

"Did the Job quickly and efficiently, the parts and overall installation was professional and done right"

William D on January 2026

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!

"Did the Job quickly and efficiently, the parts and overall installation was professional and done right"

William D on January 2026


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Amazing Skylights Inc

4.88(
117
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Amazing Skylights Inc

4.88(
117
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 years of experience

WHEN IT COMES TO ROOFING, WE HAVE YOU COVERED! OVER 28 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE! We are an award-winning top roofing installer, specializing in full replacement of Asphalt Shingle, Flat Roof, and Standing Seam Metal Roof Systems. With expert installation and high quality materials, we offier Lifetime-limited Warranties AND one of our superivors will be on site for your project from start to finish! We are also a premier dealer and installer for Solatube International, maker of the world-famous Solatube miracle skylight and Solarstar solar-powered attic fan. Solatubes are an affordable way to bring natural light into dark areas of your home - bathrooms, hallways, closets, kitchens – any areas that needs more light. Solatubes cost much less than conventional skylights, save on electric bills, are guaranteed not to leak, come with a 10-year warranty and are eligible for a 30% federal tax credit on parts and labor. Solatube's widely popular Solarstar attic fan literally pays for itself. It costs nothing to operate, installs in one hour, is guaranteed for 10 years and is also eligible for a 30 % federal tax credit. Save money and go Green with our wonderful products and services. We provide exceptional service to our clients and offer them with the best daylighting system in the world, America's number one selling solar attic fan and more. For additional information and to set up estimates and installations give us a call. We specialize in Solatube sales and installation, expert roofing repairs and replacements, and installing exceptional new gutters and gutter guards. Seeing is believing so please visit our beautiful new showroom, where we have a dozen exciting Solatube models on display. Contact us TODAY for your FREE estimate!!

"Fast on site response, expert recommendations, perfectly performed work. HIGHLY Recommended!!!"

Frederick M G on April 2023

WHEN IT COMES TO ROOFING, WE HAVE YOU COVERED! OVER 28 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE! We are an award-winning top roofing installer, specializing in full replacement of Asphalt Shingle, Flat Roof, and Standing Seam Metal Roof Systems. With expert installation and high quality materials, we offier Lifetime-limited Warranties AND one of our superivors will be on site for your project from start to finish! We are also a premier dealer and installer for Solatube International, maker of the world-famous Solatube miracle skylight and Solarstar solar-powered attic fan. Solatubes are an affordable way to bring natural light into dark areas of your home - bathrooms, hallways, closets, kitchens – any areas that needs more light. Solatubes cost much less than conventional skylights, save on electric bills, are guaranteed not to leak, come with a 10-year warranty and are eligible for a 30% federal tax credit on parts and labor. Solatube's widely popular Solarstar attic fan literally pays for itself. It costs nothing to operate, installs in one hour, is guaranteed for 10 years and is also eligible for a 30 % federal tax credit. Save money and go Green with our wonderful products and services. We provide exceptional service to our clients and offer them with the best daylighting system in the world, America's number one selling solar attic fan and more. For additional information and to set up estimates and installations give us a call. We specialize in Solatube sales and installation, expert roofing repairs and replacements, and installing exceptional new gutters and gutter guards. Seeing is believing so please visit our beautiful new showroom, where we have a dozen exciting Solatube models on display. Contact us TODAY for your FREE estimate!!

"Fast on site response, expert recommendations, perfectly performed work. HIGHLY Recommended!!!"

Frederick M G on April 2023


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Central Exteriors

4.79(
766
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Central Exteriors

4.79(
766
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

Central Exteriors has been helping homeowners in Maryland and Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia repair and remodel their homes since 1956. Central Exteriors professional team of designers and installers will work with you to improve and enhance your home with top-quality products that will look beautiful and last for years to come. We maintain our excellent reputation through ongoing training and involvement in the remodeling industry. Bill Greenberg, past-President, is a member of the Professional Roofing Advisory Committee (PRAC) and was the 1991 president of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Several other members of our staff are NARI-Certified Remodelers - a certification that gives special recognition to remodeling contractors who demonstrate a high level of competence and ethical standards. We are recognized by the CertainTeed Corporation as being quality master shingle installers. You can be confident that we will put years of experience to work for you...to transform your house into a home of comfort and beauty. Financing available - inquire for info. Feel free to email us directly at info@centralexteriors.com.

"Very disappointing. The firm was very late in its installation work - months after it promised. Its anaylsis of our gutters was unreliable. and its responsiveness in correcting its work was slow and required multiple calls and emails."

Bradford S on May 2025

Central Exteriors has been helping homeowners in Maryland and Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia repair and remodel their homes since 1956. Central Exteriors professional team of designers and installers will work with you to improve and enhance your home with top-quality products that will look beautiful and last for years to come. We maintain our excellent reputation through ongoing training and involvement in the remodeling industry. Bill Greenberg, past-President, is a member of the Professional Roofing Advisory Committee (PRAC) and was the 1991 president of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Several other members of our staff are NARI-Certified Remodelers - a certification that gives special recognition to remodeling contractors who demonstrate a high level of competence and ethical standards. We are recognized by the CertainTeed Corporation as being quality master shingle installers. You can be confident that we will put years of experience to work for you...to transform your house into a home of comfort and beauty. Financing available - inquire for info. Feel free to email us directly at info@centralexteriors.com.

"Very disappointing. The firm was very late in its installation work - months after it promised. Its anaylsis of our gutters was unreliable. and its responsiveness in correcting its work was slow and required multiple calls and emails."

Bradford S on May 2025


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Power Home Remodeling

4.77(
695
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Power Home Remodeling

4.77(
695
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 local quotes requested

As the nation’s largest full-service exterior home remodeler, we are backed by over 1,000+ Angi Super Service awards and more than one million happy customers. Why? Because we treat each job as an audition. An opportunity to prove ourselves to you. And the results speak for themselves. So make your home all it was meant to be with our unrivaled exterior services. Contact us today for a free, no obligation estimate on replacement windows, roofing, siding, doors, or attic insulation.

"We have gone with power many times and are always happy with their professionalism and the quality of the product. We like that they communicate well, have financing options, and they are always super personable people. Shout-out to Jonathan for the cool suspenders."

Scherlynn B on June 2025

As the nation’s largest full-service exterior home remodeler, we are backed by over 1,000+ Angi Super Service awards and more than one million happy customers. Why? Because we treat each job as an audition. An opportunity to prove ourselves to you. And the results speak for themselves. So make your home all it was meant to be with our unrivaled exterior services. Contact us today for a free, no obligation estimate on replacement windows, roofing, siding, doors, or attic insulation.

"We have gone with power many times and are always happy with their professionalism and the quality of the product. We like that they communicate well, have financing options, and they are always super personable people. Shout-out to Jonathan for the cool suspenders."

Scherlynn B on June 2025


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Peak Roofing Contractors Inc

4.91(
328
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Peak Roofing Contractors Inc

4.91(
328
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

30 employees. Family owned & operated. Pricing determined on a per job basis. No Travel charges. No Service fees. Fully licensed and insured. Accept all major credit cards. Senior citizen and Military discount of $25 Additional Email address - dawn@peakroofingcontractors.com, info@peakroofingcontractors.com. Additional Contact name - Luther Riggleman. Award winning.

"Great work from onsite quote through installation. I also have a skylight and attic fan so was a little more than roof. All installed expertly. Solid customer service"

Greg G on January 2025

30 employees. Family owned & operated. Pricing determined on a per job basis. No Travel charges. No Service fees. Fully licensed and insured. Accept all major credit cards. Senior citizen and Military discount of $25 Additional Email address - dawn@peakroofingcontractors.com, info@peakroofingcontractors.com. Additional Contact name - Luther Riggleman. Award winning.

"Great work from onsite quote through installation. I also have a skylight and attic fan so was a little more than roof. All installed expertly. Solid customer service"

Greg G on January 2025


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Paramount Builders Inc

4.47(
223
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Paramount Builders Inc

4.47(
223
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
604 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

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


Crafted Exterior Services

5.00(
10
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Crafted Exterior Services

5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
88 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Here at Crafted Exterior Services, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! How We Got Started We started in this industry in 2004. We describe our business as Family owned and operated

"I wish I had found them sooner! This has been the best roofing experience I’ve ever had. No hard sells, no lies, no pressure—just fantastic work at with great materials at an incredible price on a project most companies would consider not worth their time. I CANNOT recommend Crafted enough."

Nick P on December 2025

Here at Crafted Exterior Services, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! How We Got Started We started in this industry in 2004. We describe our business as Family owned and operated

"I wish I had found them sooner! This has been the best roofing experience I’ve ever had. No hard sells, no lies, no pressure—just fantastic work at with great materials at an incredible price on a project most companies would consider not worth their time. I CANNOT recommend Crafted enough."

Nick P on December 2025


Keith Roofing

4.87(
313
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Keith Roofing

4.87(
313
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
66 years of experience

Keith Roofing has been serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers since 1960. We've built our reputation on providing a high-quality finished product that will last for years! Count on our team for honesty and integrity when it comes to serving the needs of home and business owners in the DC area. Because each roof provides different challenges, such as the pitch of the roof, type of shingles, the gutter system, and number of valleys, Keith Roofing offers thorough on-site inspections and true estimates of your roofing repair needs. WE are based in and only service Washington,DC- SO we specialize on working on these Beautiful Historic Homes we have here in the District.

"They couldn't have been more responsive or helpful. Customer satisfaction was clearly their top priority. It was literally some of the best customer service I have ever experienced! I could not recommend them more!"

Brent L on October 2020

Keith Roofing has been serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers since 1960. We've built our reputation on providing a high-quality finished product that will last for years! Count on our team for honesty and integrity when it comes to serving the needs of home and business owners in the DC area. Because each roof provides different challenges, such as the pitch of the roof, type of shingles, the gutter system, and number of valleys, Keith Roofing offers thorough on-site inspections and true estimates of your roofing repair needs. WE are based in and only service Washington,DC- SO we specialize on working on these Beautiful Historic Homes we have here in the District.

"They couldn't have been more responsive or helpful. Customer satisfaction was clearly their top priority. It was literally some of the best customer service I have ever experienced! I could not recommend them more!"

Brent L on October 2020


"They did the estimate and negotiate the price and provide the details. They were Very good excellent they communicate and detailed. Flexibility in architecture they were able to have a painter that paints an arch vent."

Patrick M on February 2023

Springfield Roofing is Licensed Bonded and Insured in Virginia, Maryland and Wahsington, DC 50 Employee's

"They did the estimate and negotiate the price and provide the details. They were Very good excellent they communicate and detailed. Flexibility in architecture they were able to have a painter that paints an arch vent."

Patrick M on February 2023

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Frederick, MD

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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