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Avatar for Mighty Dog Roofing of Greater Middlesex

Mighty Dog Roofing of Greater Middlesex

66 Tadmuck Rd
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro

Mighty Dog Roofing of Greater Middlesex

66 Tadmuck Rd
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
128 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

At Mighty Dog Roofing of Greater Middlesex County, we are committed to exceeding client expectations through superior craftsmanship and transparent communication. We provide tailored solutions in roof replacement, roof repair, gutters, siding, and chimney work, ensuring long-term protection for every home. Guided by integrity, education, and community values, we deliver excellence backed by Owens Corning Platinum warranties and partnerships with the nation’s leading manufacturers. Our mission is to safeguard homes across Westford, Acton, Chelmsford, and surrounding areas with quality materials, ethical service, and proven reliability.

"From start to finish it was a A+ process, there detail and communication from the start is impeccable! I could not have asked for a better contractor to help us with our project. It's really nice to have a company that understands and works with you to find a solution and get the job done. I would greatly recommend them to any homeowner 150%. I will definitely use them again and again on any future projects. To all the mighty dog staff my family and I thank you very much!! "

Frank D on October 2025

At Mighty Dog Roofing of Greater Middlesex County, we are committed to exceeding client expectations through superior craftsmanship and transparent communication. We provide tailored solutions in roof replacement, roof repair, gutters, siding, and chimney work, ensuring long-term protection for every home. Guided by integrity, education, and community values, we deliver excellence backed by Owens Corning Platinum warranties and partnerships with the nation’s leading manufacturers. Our mission is to safeguard homes across Westford, Acton, Chelmsford, and surrounding areas with quality materials, ethical service, and proven reliability.

"From start to finish it was a A+ process, there detail and communication from the start is impeccable! I could not have asked for a better contractor to help us with our project. It's really nice to have a company that understands and works with you to find a solution and get the job done. I would greatly recommend them to any homeowner 150%. I will definitely use them again and again on any future projects. To all the mighty dog staff my family and I thank you very much!! "

Frank D on October 2025


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Mighty Dog Roofing of Greater Middlesex

66 Tadmuck Road Unit 6
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro

Mighty Dog Roofing of Greater Middlesex

66 Tadmuck Road Unit 6
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
89 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Our Mission at Mighty Dog Roofing is to be an industry changer, leading the industry with integrity, finding innovative ways to exceed the expectations of our clients and the communities we serve, and providing a customized experience each and every time we care for their home. Mighty Dog Roofing is endorsed by the nation's top manufacturers and distributors, offering our customers the best and most innovative products and services in the industry. Our relationships with these partners allow us to give you the best warranties, backed by our Watchdog Maintenance Program to take care of your home not just today, but for the life of your roof. Each project we finish is paw stamped with our seal of commitment to the expectations we set at the beginning of our relationship.

"Mighty Dog Roofing did a great job fixing the rake and installing gutters on my house. Work was done in a day, work crew was neat and efficient. "

Karen O on February 2025

Our Mission at Mighty Dog Roofing is to be an industry changer, leading the industry with integrity, finding innovative ways to exceed the expectations of our clients and the communities we serve, and providing a customized experience each and every time we care for their home. Mighty Dog Roofing is endorsed by the nation's top manufacturers and distributors, offering our customers the best and most innovative products and services in the industry. Our relationships with these partners allow us to give you the best warranties, backed by our Watchdog Maintenance Program to take care of your home not just today, but for the life of your roof. Each project we finish is paw stamped with our seal of commitment to the expectations we set at the beginning of our relationship.

"Mighty Dog Roofing did a great job fixing the rake and installing gutters on my house. Work was done in a day, work crew was neat and efficient. "

Karen O on February 2025


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United Home Experts & United Painting Co

60 Pleasant St
4.51(
129
)
Approved Pro

United Home Experts & United Painting Co

60 Pleasant St
4.51(
129
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
54 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

United brings over 25 years of experience in long-term, low maintenance and beautiful roofing, siding, windows and painting solutions. We offer top-quality products and a team of knowledgeable and experienced professionals committed to each step of your remodel. Our team is built to handle the unique needs of every New England property, so you get the best value for your investment. Not to mention our lifetime warranties, dedicated repair and service department, amazing customer service and the highest level of manufacturer certifications. We live by our core values: be positive, energetic, and fun; tell the truth and keep your word; creatively find solutions; know your stuff; make customers happy - and we look forward to serving you! Request an estimate: https://unitedhomeexperts.com/angies-list/

"Very disappointed. We asked for triple pane windows, and someone on their end ordered double pane. Luckily we noticed day of installation, and they had to re-order the proper ones we signed for. Finally the group of installers who came did a horrible job. Trash, insulation, and broken glass on our front lawn. Horribly cut wood trim that we had to redo ourselves. Poor sealing that we need to redo. Our hopper window was misaligned and couldn't close. The hinge arm on our casement window has detached from the channel. Communication is spotty from them, and sometimes we don't get an answer by call or text until we message repeatedly. It took over a year to have our project done from contract signing to end, and there are still issues cropping up. Out of the dozen of contractors we've hired the past year and a half, they have been the most disappointing and for what we paid, the quality of work was truly disappointing."

Cin W on June 2023

United brings over 25 years of experience in long-term, low maintenance and beautiful roofing, siding, windows and painting solutions. We offer top-quality products and a team of knowledgeable and experienced professionals committed to each step of your remodel. Our team is built to handle the unique needs of every New England property, so you get the best value for your investment. Not to mention our lifetime warranties, dedicated repair and service department, amazing customer service and the highest level of manufacturer certifications. We live by our core values: be positive, energetic, and fun; tell the truth and keep your word; creatively find solutions; know your stuff; make customers happy - and we look forward to serving you! Request an estimate: https://unitedhomeexperts.com/angies-list/

"Very disappointed. We asked for triple pane windows, and someone on their end ordered double pane. Luckily we noticed day of installation, and they had to re-order the proper ones we signed for. Finally the group of installers who came did a horrible job. Trash, insulation, and broken glass on our front lawn. Horribly cut wood trim that we had to redo ourselves. Poor sealing that we need to redo. Our hopper window was misaligned and couldn't close. The hinge arm on our casement window has detached from the channel. Communication is spotty from them, and sometimes we don't get an answer by call or text until we message repeatedly. It took over a year to have our project done from contract signing to end, and there are still issues cropping up. Out of the dozen of contractors we've hired the past year and a half, they have been the most disappointing and for what we paid, the quality of work was truly disappointing."

Cin W on June 2023


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Beantown Home Improvements, Inc.

201 West Grove St
4.97(
235
)
Approved Pro

Beantown Home Improvements, Inc.

201 West Grove St
4.97(
235
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

We are NOT affiliated with ANY other Beantown company whatsoever. Super Service Award Winners Every Year since advertising on Angie!! 3rd Generation family owned and operated Exterior Experts specializing in Asphalt & Rubber Roofing, All types of Siding: Vinyl, Cedar, Polymer, Fiber Cement & Stone, New Construction & Replacement Windows, Exterior Doors, Gutters, Skylights. In today's day and age where quality, craftsmanship and simple honesty can be tough, if not impossible to find, you need not look any further. We do it right the first time. When it comes down to it, we’re not sales people and no one likes to be sold. Our goal as home improvement experts is to inform you of the products we offer and how we can be of service, so that you can make an educated decision that you can live with and we can stand behind. With our simple no BS approach, our objective is to be up front and honest with every client, earn your respect, and offer outstanding customer service that is second to no one and Jim guarantees that! Simple right? We think so and it’s why we have outstanding reviews on any website in which you will find us. We honor our Veteran’s every day with significant discounts for Active, Reserve and Retired Military personnel. We are fully licensed as Builders (CS-107322) & Home Improvement Contractors (178728) and carry $1M-$2M in liability insurance.*We specialize mainly in Asphalt Roofing, Rubber Roofing, Skylights, Vinyl, James Hardie Fiber Cement, Cedar Siding, Decks, Windows and Doors.

"We started out dealing with one of the sales reps John Fossetti. Great experience. He told us about the company, about the products, had samples and a huge selection of siding to choose from. He was very open and answered all of our questions. After several consultations with many companies we knew Beantown was for us. We scheduled siding replacement for our entire house as well as new window replacement for all windows - 24 of them and a new slider. They were very professional and their crew was excellent. The windows had all new construction around them and we got ProVia windows that carry a lifetime warranty. They removed all of the old siding, fixed any rotten or damaged areas, wrapped the entire house to waterproof it and hung new siding, trim, gutters and gutter guards. It turned out absolutely beautiful. Our house looks new again! Jim Ewell the project manager was great to work with. He was very supportive, professional and answered all of our questions. Both he and John were a pleasure to work with. Also, their office staff were very helpful as well. Beantown went above and beyond for us and were so reasonably priced. I highly recommend them! I would definitely use them again for any future projects!"

Christie M on January 2025

We are NOT affiliated with ANY other Beantown company whatsoever. Super Service Award Winners Every Year since advertising on Angie!! 3rd Generation family owned and operated Exterior Experts specializing in Asphalt & Rubber Roofing, All types of Siding: Vinyl, Cedar, Polymer, Fiber Cement & Stone, New Construction & Replacement Windows, Exterior Doors, Gutters, Skylights. In today's day and age where quality, craftsmanship and simple honesty can be tough, if not impossible to find, you need not look any further. We do it right the first time. When it comes down to it, we’re not sales people and no one likes to be sold. Our goal as home improvement experts is to inform you of the products we offer and how we can be of service, so that you can make an educated decision that you can live with and we can stand behind. With our simple no BS approach, our objective is to be up front and honest with every client, earn your respect, and offer outstanding customer service that is second to no one and Jim guarantees that! Simple right? We think so and it’s why we have outstanding reviews on any website in which you will find us. We honor our Veteran’s every day with significant discounts for Active, Reserve and Retired Military personnel. We are fully licensed as Builders (CS-107322) & Home Improvement Contractors (178728) and carry $1M-$2M in liability insurance.*We specialize mainly in Asphalt Roofing, Rubber Roofing, Skylights, Vinyl, James Hardie Fiber Cement, Cedar Siding, Decks, Windows and Doors.

"We started out dealing with one of the sales reps John Fossetti. Great experience. He told us about the company, about the products, had samples and a huge selection of siding to choose from. He was very open and answered all of our questions. After several consultations with many companies we knew Beantown was for us. We scheduled siding replacement for our entire house as well as new window replacement for all windows - 24 of them and a new slider. They were very professional and their crew was excellent. The windows had all new construction around them and we got ProVia windows that carry a lifetime warranty. They removed all of the old siding, fixed any rotten or damaged areas, wrapped the entire house to waterproof it and hung new siding, trim, gutters and gutter guards. It turned out absolutely beautiful. Our house looks new again! Jim Ewell the project manager was great to work with. He was very supportive, professional and answered all of our questions. Both he and John were a pleasure to work with. Also, their office staff were very helpful as well. Beantown went above and beyond for us and were so reasonably priced. I highly recommend them! I would definitely use them again for any future projects!"

Christie M on January 2025


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Diamond Construction Inc

116 Cochituate Rd
4.81(
81
)
Approved Pro

Diamond Construction Inc

116 Cochituate Rd
4.81(
81
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
119 local quotes requested

Diamond Construction, Inc. has built a reputation on quality with honesty and integrity. We employ only the highest trained, professional roofers for our team. We partner with the highest quality shingle manufacturers, and we hand-nail all roofs to ensure quality installation as well. At the end of every project, our supervisor will do an inspection with the homeowner to ensure their satisfaction. At Diamond Construction our mission is to ensure peace of mind for each customer through exceptional service. We work hard to exceed our customers' expectations. Our quality and experience combined with our strong work ethic are only some of the reasons why we maintain an A+ rating on the BBB and Home Advisor - Pro. We are certified by GAF and CertainTeed. 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed. Licensed, Insured, and Accredited Roofers. Convenient Evening & Weekend Appointments. Financing available. Affordable Roofing & Remodeling Quality. New England Premier Roofing Contractor. Additional Email at: office@diamondconstructionma.com

"Did a great Job with roof and helped me with the insurance claim from the storm damage to roof. They are prompt, clean, and super nice. Anything they moved potted plants, my deck furniture , was put back in place with care. They went over yard with a magnet device to get any loose nails , etc that may have fallen in grass. "

Cecile B on October 2025

Diamond Construction, Inc. has built a reputation on quality with honesty and integrity. We employ only the highest trained, professional roofers for our team. We partner with the highest quality shingle manufacturers, and we hand-nail all roofs to ensure quality installation as well. At the end of every project, our supervisor will do an inspection with the homeowner to ensure their satisfaction. At Diamond Construction our mission is to ensure peace of mind for each customer through exceptional service. We work hard to exceed our customers' expectations. Our quality and experience combined with our strong work ethic are only some of the reasons why we maintain an A+ rating on the BBB and Home Advisor - Pro. We are certified by GAF and CertainTeed. 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed. Licensed, Insured, and Accredited Roofers. Convenient Evening & Weekend Appointments. Financing available. Affordable Roofing & Remodeling Quality. New England Premier Roofing Contractor. Additional Email at: office@diamondconstructionma.com

"Did a great Job with roof and helped me with the insurance claim from the storm damage to roof. They are prompt, clean, and super nice. Anything they moved potted plants, my deck furniture , was put back in place with care. They went over yard with a magnet device to get any loose nails , etc that may have fallen in grass. "

Cecile B on October 2025


"Called On top roofing for an estimate, it took several weeks to get back to us, got the estimate and agreed to have the work done. A few guy showed up one day and started working, we were not notified they were coming to work,good thing we were here that day. They did the job and left without ever communicating with us about the work. We did a walk around and discovered that some of the work was not completed. So called the company back and the owner came out to look at the job, he said it would be about another $100. To complete. We were not happy because this was supposed to be in the estimate we agreed on. The workers show up again unannounced and did the job. We then received a bill for $200. More, again this was not what was agreed upon when talking to owner. We were hoping to form a relationship with this company for future work, but that's not going to happen, there was no communication and even with a written contract they will somehow charge you more than agreed on."

Mike C on September 2024

We are a full service roofing company. Our focus is in residential and commercial roofing, We work with many manufacturers for all types of roofing from metal to asphalt shingles to all types of low slope roofing membranes. Additional phone - (508) 299-7663.

"Called On top roofing for an estimate, it took several weeks to get back to us, got the estimate and agreed to have the work done. A few guy showed up one day and started working, we were not notified they were coming to work,good thing we were here that day. They did the job and left without ever communicating with us about the work. We did a walk around and discovered that some of the work was not completed. So called the company back and the owner came out to look at the job, he said it would be about another $100. To complete. We were not happy because this was supposed to be in the estimate we agreed on. The workers show up again unannounced and did the job. We then received a bill for $200. More, again this was not what was agreed upon when talking to owner. We were hoping to form a relationship with this company for future work, but that's not going to happen, there was no communication and even with a written contract they will somehow charge you more than agreed on."

Mike C on September 2024


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IGA General Construction

5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro

IGA General Construction

5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

IGA General Construction is locally owned and operated. We are doing all roofing types, Siding, Windows, Trim. We offer the expertise to handle your complete roofing and restoration project from the beginning to the end. We strive to see the project from the customers point of view. Excellent project management skills. certified contractor, excellent craftsmanship.

"Very pleased with the finished project. Highly recommend ."

Ro S on July 2024

IGA General Construction is locally owned and operated. We are doing all roofing types, Siding, Windows, Trim. We offer the expertise to handle your complete roofing and restoration project from the beginning to the end. We strive to see the project from the customers point of view. Excellent project management skills. certified contractor, excellent craftsmanship.

"Very pleased with the finished project. Highly recommend ."

Ro S on July 2024


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FRS Roofing + Gutters

40 Canal St, #3
4.80(
57
)
Approved Pro

FRS Roofing + Gutters

40 Canal St, #3
4.80(
57
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
11 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

Since 2000, FRS Roofing + Gutters has served homes and businesses across the greater Massachusetts area specializing in roof and gutter repair and installation. We are locally owned and fully insured, covered by workers compensation and general liability. We provide next-day estimating and we call our customers the day before we meet and explain all the steps being performed, as well as answer any questions the homeowner may have. No job is too big or too small. We offer guarantees on workmanship, our job sites are clean, and we make sure that every one of our customers is fully satisfied before we leave the site.

"FRS Roofing won the bid to fix the main slate roof and the 4 rubber porch roofs on my home. Chris from FRS provided the winning estimate after taking a meticulous inspection of the roofs which included identifying the number of slates needed to restore the main roof. He also explained why the rubber roofs installed by a local contractor 20 years ago had prematurely failed. The FRS work crews assigned to our project were all skilled and knowledgeable of their craft. Every crew member possessed a good demeanor and showed respect for our property. Once started, the job was completed without delay as can sometimes occur when a crew is pulled to work on another project. An unforeseen delay did occur when the chimney was being re-flashed. During the bidding process, all visible sides of the chimney appeared to be in fair shape. Once the crew could see the far side of the chimney, they discovered it was completely devoid of mortar. I was shown a photo of this miracle house of cards and immediately authorized a complete rebuild of the chimney which FRS performed at a reasonable additional cost. There were no surprises with the rubber roofs. The original fiber board underlayment which was disintegrating from water damage was replaced with a new material that is impervious to water. Also, the proper rubber was used on the edge strip to prevent it from peeling off as had happened on the old rubber roof. Overall, I am more than satisfied with the job and would not hesitate to use FRS roofing again for any property new or old!"

Robert D on December 2024

Since 2000, FRS Roofing + Gutters has served homes and businesses across the greater Massachusetts area specializing in roof and gutter repair and installation. We are locally owned and fully insured, covered by workers compensation and general liability. We provide next-day estimating and we call our customers the day before we meet and explain all the steps being performed, as well as answer any questions the homeowner may have. No job is too big or too small. We offer guarantees on workmanship, our job sites are clean, and we make sure that every one of our customers is fully satisfied before we leave the site.

"FRS Roofing won the bid to fix the main slate roof and the 4 rubber porch roofs on my home. Chris from FRS provided the winning estimate after taking a meticulous inspection of the roofs which included identifying the number of slates needed to restore the main roof. He also explained why the rubber roofs installed by a local contractor 20 years ago had prematurely failed. The FRS work crews assigned to our project were all skilled and knowledgeable of their craft. Every crew member possessed a good demeanor and showed respect for our property. Once started, the job was completed without delay as can sometimes occur when a crew is pulled to work on another project. An unforeseen delay did occur when the chimney was being re-flashed. During the bidding process, all visible sides of the chimney appeared to be in fair shape. Once the crew could see the far side of the chimney, they discovered it was completely devoid of mortar. I was shown a photo of this miracle house of cards and immediately authorized a complete rebuild of the chimney which FRS performed at a reasonable additional cost. There were no surprises with the rubber roofs. The original fiber board underlayment which was disintegrating from water damage was replaced with a new material that is impervious to water. Also, the proper rubber was used on the edge strip to prevent it from peeling off as had happened on the old rubber roof. Overall, I am more than satisfied with the job and would not hesitate to use FRS roofing again for any property new or old!"

Robert D on December 2024


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Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Construction LLC

45 Emerson Rd
4.71(
70
)
Approved Pro

Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Construction LLC

45 Emerson Rd
4.71(
70
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
647 local quotes requested

Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Gutters is Chelmsford’s go-to roofing contractor, proudly serving Southern New Hampshire, Northern Massachusetts, and Southern Maine. We specialize in residential and commercial roof replacement, roof repair, and roof maintenance—including asphalt shingles, flat roofing, and premium metal systems. Our team uses top-quality materials and industry-best installation practices to protect your home for the long haul. We also offer expert gutter solutions with Gutter Shutter® systems, professional roof cleaning and rejuvenation, skylight repair and replacement, and attic ventilation services. With a reputation built on trust, craftsmanship, and customer-first service, Adam Vaillancourt Roofing is committed to you.

"Everything from the phone call to set up the appointment to the expected wait time for the job to be addressed to the completed project was handled in a professional yet friendly manner. The estimate was explained well and appropriate expectation was set as to the time involved to complete the project and when the job could be scheduled."

Lynda V on December 2024

Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Gutters is Chelmsford’s go-to roofing contractor, proudly serving Southern New Hampshire, Northern Massachusetts, and Southern Maine. We specialize in residential and commercial roof replacement, roof repair, and roof maintenance—including asphalt shingles, flat roofing, and premium metal systems. Our team uses top-quality materials and industry-best installation practices to protect your home for the long haul. We also offer expert gutter solutions with Gutter Shutter® systems, professional roof cleaning and rejuvenation, skylight repair and replacement, and attic ventilation services. With a reputation built on trust, craftsmanship, and customer-first service, Adam Vaillancourt Roofing is committed to you.

"Everything from the phone call to set up the appointment to the expected wait time for the job to be addressed to the completed project was handled in a professional yet friendly manner. The estimate was explained well and appropriate expectation was set as to the time involved to complete the project and when the job could be scheduled."

Lynda V on December 2024


DaBella - Westborough

110 Turnpike Rd
3.88(
8
)
Approved Pro

DaBella - Westborough

110 Turnpike Rd
3.88(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
887 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

Looking to upgrade your home's exterior? DaBella in Boston specializes in roofing, siding, and windows. Our expert team is dedicated to providing top-notch service and quality craftsmanship. Contact us today to transform your home!

"Pushy sales. Started off high, reduced the price. Sales guy demanded to leave with a competitors written quote in order to obtain his lower cost ?! I then received a follow up quote regarding a "promotional discount". I said, great please forward me an updated price. I was told this couldn't happen unless the sales guy could come back, clearly it was all BS to simply get me in front of him again for another 2 hours to be pressured into buying. The girl on the phone continuously spoke over me, would not accept the word "NO" to the visit. In the end I had to hang up. This kind of tactic is not good for any customer, it's bullsh*t. So unless you're a fan of what I see as very manipulative behavior and poor sales ethics RUN, do not Walk away...RUN."

MARTIN S on July 2024

Looking to upgrade your home's exterior? DaBella in Boston specializes in roofing, siding, and windows. Our expert team is dedicated to providing top-notch service and quality craftsmanship. Contact us today to transform your home!

"Pushy sales. Started off high, reduced the price. Sales guy demanded to leave with a competitors written quote in order to obtain his lower cost ?! I then received a follow up quote regarding a "promotional discount". I said, great please forward me an updated price. I was told this couldn't happen unless the sales guy could come back, clearly it was all BS to simply get me in front of him again for another 2 hours to be pressured into buying. The girl on the phone continuously spoke over me, would not accept the word "NO" to the visit. In the end I had to hang up. This kind of tactic is not good for any customer, it's bullsh*t. So unless you're a fan of what I see as very manipulative behavior and poor sales ethics RUN, do not Walk away...RUN."

MARTIN S on July 2024

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FAQs for wood shake or composite roofing installation and replacement projects in Groton, MA

Cedar shakes and wood shingles might seem similar, but they have some important differences. Cedar shakes are hand-split, giving them a unique, textured appearance that adds rustic charm to your roof. They're great for homeowners who want a distinctive look. Wood shingles, conversely, are machine-made, providing a smooth, uniform appearance for a more modern look. Shakes tend to be more expensive due to the craftsmanship involved but offer exceptional beauty and resilience.

A well-maintained cedar shake roof can last up to 60 years. However, factors like severe weather and improper ventilation can reduce its lifespan. You should consider replacing your roof if you notice persistent leaks, visible water damage, curling or splitting shakes, moss growth, rot, or missing shakes. Regular inspections can help you determine when it's time for a replacement.

When hiring a roofing contractor for your cedar shake roof, asking the right questions is important. Make sure they are fully certified and have extensive experience with cedar installations. Verify that their team is licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask for details about the materials they use, such as the type of underlayment and fasteners, and how they ensure proper ventilation. Getting multiple written estimates can help you compare options and choose a contractor who offers quality workmanship at a fair price.

The Groton, MA homeowners’ guide to wood shake or composite roofing installations and replacements

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