We are a community minded, client-focused gutter contractor who understands the importance in investing in our employees, and providing our clients with a 5-star experience. We believe in the importance of honesty, integrity, and transparency. Because of this, we are fully committed to posting every review, positive, or negative! We do this to not only keep ourselves honest, but to also use as a learning tool to better ourselves as service professionals. As a result, we have gained not only many loyal clients, but also, friends and neighbors. You may even recognize some of them as your own neighbors!
"Excellent service, communication and craftsmanship "
robert a on July 2025
We are a community minded, client-focused gutter contractor who understands the importance in investing in our employees, and providing our clients with a 5-star experience. We believe in the importance of honesty, integrity, and transparency. Because of this, we are fully committed to posting every review, positive, or negative! We do this to not only keep ourselves honest, but to also use as a learning tool to better ourselves as service professionals. As a result, we have gained not only many loyal clients, but also, friends and neighbors. You may even recognize some of them as your own neighbors!
"Excellent service, communication and craftsmanship "
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We value honesty and integrity and treat your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. 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 guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"Arrived on time and completed the work quickly. Excellent workmanship. Very reasonably priced. Will be hiring this company for future projects that come up."
tom h on August 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We value honesty and integrity and treat your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. 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 guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"Arrived on time and completed the work quickly. Excellent workmanship. Very reasonably priced. Will be hiring this company for future projects that come up."
tom h on August 2025
Xterior Solutions
25 East Market St
4.80(
255
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Xterior Solutions
25 East Market St
4.80(
255
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
892 local quotes requested
We are a Top Rated Angie's List Contractor and have won the Super Service Award 12 consecutive years in a row. Our services include installation and repair of Roofing, Siding, Windows, Doors, and Gutters. Every Owens Corning Roof Replacement job will come with a Lifetime Workmanship Warranty; covering defects and installation for as long as you live in your home. With our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee there will be no customer unsatisfied. We are an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofing Contractor and represent less than 1% of the roofing contractors in the USA. We are a certified installer for Velux Skylights. We are also now offering LP Smart Siding to our installations. We service 8 counties throughout the Hudson Valley and are licensed and bonded with all proper insurances. We also have an exclusive SHOWROOM for our customers, so don't hesitate to contact us.
"They did an excellent job. I am very pleased."
Marlies I on October 2024
We are a Top Rated Angie's List Contractor and have won the Super Service Award 12 consecutive years in a row. Our services include installation and repair of Roofing, Siding, Windows, Doors, and Gutters. Every Owens Corning Roof Replacement job will come with a Lifetime Workmanship Warranty; covering defects and installation for as long as you live in your home. With our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee there will be no customer unsatisfied. We are an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofing Contractor and represent less than 1% of the roofing contractors in the USA. We are a certified installer for Velux Skylights. We are also now offering LP Smart Siding to our installations. We service 8 counties throughout the Hudson Valley and are licensed and bonded with all proper insurances. We also have an exclusive SHOWROOM for our customers, so don't hesitate to contact us.
"They did an excellent job. I am very pleased."
Marlies I on October 2024
Herman Exterior Homes LLC
737 Saint David's Lane
4.91(
11
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Herman Exterior Homes LLC
737 Saint David's Lane
4.91(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
846 local quotes requested
We fabricate our own high quality custom seamless gutters in house and offer affordable seamless gutter solutions as well as premium gutter protection. We are a fully insured family owned business that creates its own value by cutting out the big time corporate gutter companies that offer a grossly over priced product with minimal quality.
"Very well including my request to replace unsettled shingled. High quality job performed very quickly and cleanely."
Sergey S on October 2024
We fabricate our own high quality custom seamless gutters in house and offer affordable seamless gutter solutions as well as premium gutter protection. We are a fully insured family owned business that creates its own value by cutting out the big time corporate gutter companies that offer a grossly over priced product with minimal quality.
"Very well including my request to replace unsettled shingled. High quality job performed very quickly and cleanely."
Sergey S on October 2024
Firehouse Roofing NY
123 Main St.
5.00(
1
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Firehouse Roofing NY
123 Main St.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1526 local quotes requested
Welcome to Firehouse Roofing LLC, where we pride ourselves on bringing the same dedication, integrity, and loyalty to our roofing services that we bring to our roles as firefighters. Our mission is treat your house or business as if it is our own. This commitment to excellence and personal care sets us apart in the roofing industry, ensuring that each project is handled with the utmost precision and respect.
"Amazing work! The crew was prompt, courteous , & professional! This is an amazing company!"
Alissa T on December 2024
Welcome to Firehouse Roofing LLC, where we pride ourselves on bringing the same dedication, integrity, and loyalty to our roofing services that we bring to our roles as firefighters. Our mission is treat your house or business as if it is our own. This commitment to excellence and personal care sets us apart in the roofing industry, ensuring that each project is handled with the utmost precision and respect.
"Amazing work! The crew was prompt, courteous , & professional! This is an amazing company!"
Alissa T on December 2024
S & G Roofing
3800 State St
4.86(
91
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S & G Roofing
3800 State St
4.86(
91
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
597 local quotes requested
Save up to $1000 off roof installation! Call us today! We do not do roof repair at this time. S&G Roofing has been offering professional, quality roofing to customers in Upstate New York for 14 years. Located in Schenectady, NY, we are qualified to work on all phases of residential and commercial roofing from repairs to complete roof replacements. At S&G Roofing, we serve Albany, NY and surrounding areas with guaranteed fair and low pricing for our quality work. We are also known for our quick start to completion times as well as the warranty we offer on our labor against any malfunctions, including leaks and blow-offs. Regardless of the size of your roof installation, S&G Roofing will happily provide you with excellent customer service. Call 518 557 2039 today for a FREE estimate!
"I highly recommend S&G Roofing to anyone who needs roofing work of any kind. They are locally owned, have been in business for over 20 years and use only the very best materials. The warranties are impressive and the work is done promptly and well. All of the personnel that I interacted with were fantastic. Richard gave me a very reasonable estimate and kept in touch with me throughout the project. Juan, the team leader of the crew who did the work was great, he kept me up to date using photos and detailed explanations of every thing being done. Don't worry about choosing this company even if you have a complicated project. I have a huge house built in the 1850s with a very unusual roof design and the team handled it all to perfection. I was very impressed with the results. Patricia Young Fonda, NY"
Patricia Y on May 2023
Save up to $1000 off roof installation! Call us today! We do not do roof repair at this time. S&G Roofing has been offering professional, quality roofing to customers in Upstate New York for 14 years. Located in Schenectady, NY, we are qualified to work on all phases of residential and commercial roofing from repairs to complete roof replacements. At S&G Roofing, we serve Albany, NY and surrounding areas with guaranteed fair and low pricing for our quality work. We are also known for our quick start to completion times as well as the warranty we offer on our labor against any malfunctions, including leaks and blow-offs. Regardless of the size of your roof installation, S&G Roofing will happily provide you with excellent customer service. Call 518 557 2039 today for a FREE estimate!
"I highly recommend S&G Roofing to anyone who needs roofing work of any kind. They are locally owned, have been in business for over 20 years and use only the very best materials. The warranties are impressive and the work is done promptly and well. All of the personnel that I interacted with were fantastic. Richard gave me a very reasonable estimate and kept in touch with me throughout the project. Juan, the team leader of the crew who did the work was great, he kept me up to date using photos and detailed explanations of every thing being done. Don't worry about choosing this company even if you have a complicated project. I have a huge house built in the 1850s with a very unusual roof design and the team handled it all to perfection. I was very impressed with the results. Patricia Young Fonda, NY"
Patricia Y on May 2023
Perfection Roofing
705 S Pearl St
4.73(
170
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Perfection Roofing
705 S Pearl St
4.73(
170
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
578 local quotes requested
Perfection Roofing has been proudly serving the Capital District of New York since 2005. We are a family owned and operated business specializing in residential, commercial, and new construction. We take pride in offering our customers friendly and honest service, using the best quality materials and workmanship at competitive prices. Additional e-mail - c.perfectionconstruction@yahoo.com.
"In June, 2017 Perfection Roofing took a day and half to remove our 30 year old roof and replace it new, beautiful blue and gray asphalt singles on both the home and garage. A rubber roof was replaced on the back of the home, too. Also, they installed an anti-bird guard on the chimney and replace the base of chimney flashing. The experienced and knowledgeable owner was a pleasure to work with and the onsite workers did a professional job."
Mark K on September 2020
Perfection Roofing has been proudly serving the Capital District of New York since 2005. We are a family owned and operated business specializing in residential, commercial, and new construction. We take pride in offering our customers friendly and honest service, using the best quality materials and workmanship at competitive prices. Additional e-mail - c.perfectionconstruction@yahoo.com.
"In June, 2017 Perfection Roofing took a day and half to remove our 30 year old roof and replace it new, beautiful blue and gray asphalt singles on both the home and garage. A rubber roof was replaced on the back of the home, too. Also, they installed an anti-bird guard on the chimney and replace the base of chimney flashing. The experienced and knowledgeable owner was a pleasure to work with and the onsite workers did a professional job."
Mark K on September 2020
Elite Contracting
8 Emmons Dr
4.20(
5
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Elite Contracting
8 Emmons Dr
4.20(
5
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Customers say: True professional
928 local quotes requested
9 years of experience
Elite Contracting is family owned business. Established in 2015, we have always believed in our commitment to incredible customer service and superior roofing quality. We are not your average roofer. We take extreme passion in what we do, and this is made evident in our customers satisfaction. We stand behind our quality work and our workmanship warranties. Schedule your free estimate with us today!
"They were fast and efficient. Job was done beautifully and they did a great job cleaning up as well. Highly recommended."
Dennis B on July 2024
Elite Contracting is family owned business. Established in 2015, we have always believed in our commitment to incredible customer service and superior roofing quality. We are not your average roofer. We take extreme passion in what we do, and this is made evident in our customers satisfaction. We stand behind our quality work and our workmanship warranties. Schedule your free estimate with us today!
"They were fast and efficient. Job was done beautifully and they did a great job cleaning up as well. Highly recommended."
Dennis B on July 2024
Goldspire Roofing LLC
186 Baxter Rd
5.00(
28
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Goldspire Roofing LLC
186 Baxter Rd
5.00(
28
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•
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1097 local quotes requested
Goldspire Roofing is a family owned roofing company established in 2018. We saw a need for quality roofers, so we became the solution! Our mission is to do quality work that benefits your lifestyle.
"This experience went flawless. Isaac was a great estimator and well below many companies in the area. Roofers were professional. Area was cleaned like there was no one there working. A+ from start to finish. I would definitely recommend their services."
Chuck S on June 2025
Goldspire Roofing is a family owned roofing company established in 2018. We saw a need for quality roofers, so we became the solution! Our mission is to do quality work that benefits your lifestyle.
"This experience went flawless. Isaac was a great estimator and well below many companies in the area. Roofers were professional. Area was cleaned like there was no one there working. A+ from start to finish. I would definitely recommend their services."
Chuck S on June 2025
Home Evolution Roofing LLC
22 Crescent Ter
4.70(
260
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Home Evolution Roofing LLC
22 Crescent Ter
4.70(
260
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
1151 local quotes requested
Looking for a reliable roofing contractor? Look no further! We've been in business for over 20 years. Home Evolution Roofing offers free estimates, competitive pricing, warranty, and there are absolutely no hidden charges. Contact us today for all your roofing needs! Financing Available - $0 down
"Excellent"
Myo M on August 2025
Looking for a reliable roofing contractor? Look no further! We've been in business for over 20 years. Home Evolution Roofing offers free estimates, competitive pricing, warranty, and there are absolutely no hidden charges. Contact us today for all your roofing needs! Financing Available - $0 down
"Excellent"
Myo M on August 2025
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Ghent, 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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