Bringing the personal touch back to home improvement! As a locally owned and operated business, we are dedicated to each client's satisfaction and committed to building lasting relationships. Our expert team specializes in roofing and siding to enhance your home's beauty, efficiency, and value—all backed by our workmanship warranty. With us, the job isn’t done until it’s done right. Call or click to schedule your free estimate today and experience the difference in quality and service!
"Expensive, but very professional. Straightforward quote process, work done quickly and run on schedule, good workmanship, thorough cleanup"
Dave K on September 2024
Bringing the personal touch back to home improvement! As a locally owned and operated business, we are dedicated to each client's satisfaction and committed to building lasting relationships. Our expert team specializes in roofing and siding to enhance your home's beauty, efficiency, and value—all backed by our workmanship warranty. With us, the job isn’t done until it’s done right. Call or click to schedule your free estimate today and experience the difference in quality and service!
"Expensive, but very professional. Straightforward quote process, work done quickly and run on schedule, good workmanship, thorough cleanup"
Dave K on September 2024
When it’s time to make big changes to your home, make sure you hire a team that can produce flawless results. Affordable Excavating has been providing a wide range of general contracting services in the Houlton and Cary, ME areas for decades. Our team can do everything from replacing windows and decks to completely redoing your kitchen.
"Harvey and his team were professional and courteous. My wife and I were very satisfied with the completed work on the interior. We had originally planned on doing the exterior of the house first but had to change our plans. Harvey was accommodating and offered suggestions. Some I took, some I didn't. We are already discussing the projects for this coming summer. He doesn't know it but I have a couple new ideas I may implement. I have no doubt that they will do as an outstanding job on the exterior as they did inside. It looks like a new home."
James P on March 2025
When it’s time to make big changes to your home, make sure you hire a team that can produce flawless results. Affordable Excavating has been providing a wide range of general contracting services in the Houlton and Cary, ME areas for decades. Our team can do everything from replacing windows and decks to completely redoing your kitchen.
"Harvey and his team were professional and courteous. My wife and I were very satisfied with the completed work on the interior. We had originally planned on doing the exterior of the house first but had to change our plans. Harvey was accommodating and offered suggestions. Some I took, some I didn't. We are already discussing the projects for this coming summer. He doesn't know it but I have a couple new ideas I may implement. I have no doubt that they will do as an outstanding job on the exterior as they did inside. It looks like a new home."
James P on March 2025
We are your one stop for all residential,commercial and municipal needs in construction. Complete home packages. Septic systems. Building moving and jacking.
"The job was a big one, and the guys handled it beautifully, leaving our lot looking great. We are more than pleased with the outcome. Nicely done!"
Donald B on May 2025
We are your one stop for all residential,commercial and municipal needs in construction. Complete home packages. Septic systems. Building moving and jacking.
"The job was a big one, and the guys handled it beautifully, leaving our lot looking great. We are more than pleased with the outcome. Nicely done!"
Donald B on May 2025
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 an estimate today!
"Spartan was great! I got an estimate in no time, they even looked on Google maps to see the roof. The repair was done well and in a very quick time"
Nate B on November 2024
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 an estimate today!
"Spartan was great! I got an estimate in no time, they even looked on Google maps to see the roof. The repair was done well and in a very quick time"
Nate B on November 2024
We offer a variety of roofing services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"Work was done on when he said it would done, quality seems to be there and his crew picked up after themselves so that you would not even know that they had been there. I would highly recommend"
Matthew B on August 2024
We offer a variety of roofing services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"Work was done on when he said it would done, quality seems to be there and his crew picked up after themselves so that you would not even know that they had been there. I would highly recommend"
Matthew B on August 2024
If you want the most dependable and well-respected roofing company in Coastal Maine for your next project, call Horch Roofing for a free estimate, 207-273-1111. We install standing seam metal roofing, asphalt shingle roofing, EPDM rubber roofing, and seamless gutters for both residential and commercial roofing projects. With Maine’s rough seasonal weather, you need a local roofer you can trust. Through our Re-roof and Recycle program, we recycle 100% of our roofing waste, and believe strongly in environmental stewardship. With offices in Warren and South Portland, Horch Roofing provides roofing services to all the towns and islands along Maine’s coastline, including Bar Harbor, Deer Isle, Belfast, Islesboro, Lincolnville, Appleton, Hope, Camden, Rockport, Rockland, Warren, Damariscotta, Boothbay Harbor, Bath, Brunswick, Freeport, Portland, Cape Elizabeth, and Kittery. Call today for your free estimate!
"Very professional group. Got the job done ahead of schedule and did it within the quoted price. I have already recommended Horch Roofing to others!"
Lisa B on September 2021
If you want the most dependable and well-respected roofing company in Coastal Maine for your next project, call Horch Roofing for a free estimate, 207-273-1111. We install standing seam metal roofing, asphalt shingle roofing, EPDM rubber roofing, and seamless gutters for both residential and commercial roofing projects. With Maine’s rough seasonal weather, you need a local roofer you can trust. Through our Re-roof and Recycle program, we recycle 100% of our roofing waste, and believe strongly in environmental stewardship. With offices in Warren and South Portland, Horch Roofing provides roofing services to all the towns and islands along Maine’s coastline, including Bar Harbor, Deer Isle, Belfast, Islesboro, Lincolnville, Appleton, Hope, Camden, Rockport, Rockland, Warren, Damariscotta, Boothbay Harbor, Bath, Brunswick, Freeport, Portland, Cape Elizabeth, and Kittery. Call today for your free estimate!
"Very professional group. Got the job done ahead of schedule and did it within the quoted price. I have already recommended Horch Roofing to others!"
Lisa B on September 2021
Number one in the metal over asphalt re-roofing industry we make sure that your insurance company is held to your policy
Number one in the metal over asphalt re-roofing industry we make sure that your insurance company is held to your policy
we cover a wide variety of different kinds of jobs. If there is a job you need done around your house, we are the ones to call.
we cover a wide variety of different kinds of jobs. If there is a job you need done around your house, we are the ones to call.
Our team brings a wealth of experience in various trades, ensuring quality service from day one. We are deeply passionate about providing top-notch service to our customers. Our commitment to excellence drives us to do the job right the first time, every time. With a diverse skill set ranging from auto mechanics to home construction and everything in between, we pride ourselves on being a jack of all trades. Whatever your needs may be, we have the skills and knowledge to tackle them efficiently and effectively. Choose A.S Needed for reliable, passionate service delivered by skilled professionals who are dedicated to exceeding your expectations.
Our team brings a wealth of experience in various trades, ensuring quality service from day one. We are deeply passionate about providing top-notch service to our customers. Our commitment to excellence drives us to do the job right the first time, every time. With a diverse skill set ranging from auto mechanics to home construction and everything in between, we pride ourselves on being a jack of all trades. Whatever your needs may be, we have the skills and knowledge to tackle them efficiently and effectively. Choose A.S Needed for reliable, passionate service delivered by skilled professionals who are dedicated to exceeding your expectations.
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.