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Avatar for Geno's Siding & Roofing LLC
Geno's Siding & Roofing LLC
4.8(
364
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Serving Norristown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome Contractor — Fair Pricing & Quality Workmanship Geno's Siding & Roofing Company replaced my gable vent today. It was the first time that I used this company, and I will absolutely use them again. I am retired, so I watched the entire project and was amazed at how skilled and meticulous the worker (actually the owner) was. The next time I encounter something that I can’t personally fix, I am calling Geno's Siding & Roofing Company at 215-971-6292. Howard (Howie) Walters Langhorne, PA"
Siding Project
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+17

Response time10 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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J. Parker Contracting
4.9(
79
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Serving Norristown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James and crew did a great job installing my new roof. The roof was in pretty bad shape and now the new roof looks great ! James came out for the estimate and the whole process was professional. He explained the process and recommended the shingles. He promptly followed up with a written estimate. The work was done 2 weeks early as an opening came up and he was able to fit me in. The job itself went great, even though rain was a factor. James did me a huge favor by removing his trailer from my driveway while we waited for the rain to clear a few days, so that my neighbor could get in and out of the connected driveway. The thing you should know about J Parker is responsiveness and follow up. Anytime I had a question, James was always there via phone to speak or text and even after the job was complete, he helped me with a few unrelated jobs to the Roof, for which I was tremendously grateful. The bottom line is you can't go wrong selecting J Parker. Most roofers I contacted wouldn't even meet me for the estimate process, let alone call you back. James will do a great job for you and the price is reasonable. When you meet James, I can pretty much guarantee that you will be impressed with his knowledge and follow up. And, most importantly, you will be happy with your new roof."
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+35

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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American Roofing and Remodeling
5.0(
14
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Serving Norristown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"American roofing & remodeling is by far the best I have ever worked with - Super professional and great at what they do. They always deliver what they promise. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
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+18

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Townsley Contracting
4.8(
185
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Serving Norristown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James and his crew were great. They arrived early and worked late and got the job done in less time than estimated. Since our roof was old, there was uncertainty about what they'd find under certain sections of the roof, but they handled everything flexibly and professionally. They used top-grade materials and now our roof is set for the next 50 years! They cleaned up as they went, and by the time they left our place was immaculate. And through it all James was a pleasure to deal with. We would definitely hire him again -- in fact we did hire him right away to paint our house and they did a great job with that too! I'm sure it won't be the last time."
Response time12 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Scheinfield Contractors
4.6(
27
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Serving Norristown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"So-so experience. Job was bid and performed in the depths of the recession - I think he priced it so low that he needed to cut corners. Plus: did job quickly, when scheduled. Old roof was removed with only medium amount of mess. New roof went on OK. He did an OK job installing a skylight in the new roof. Minus: He reused the old gutters, which I would not recommend anyone else do - they were pretty battered by the time they had been removed and replaced. Some of them still don't drain right. Here's the worst part: on the last day, one of his guys fell off the roof. My wife was in the dining room and saw him bounce off our back stairs and land on the grass. Fortunately, he didn't seem to be badly hurt, as he ultimately landed on boggy grass. However, Scheinfeld, when told about this, took more than an hour to show up, and the injured worker called us a few days later asking for our homeowner's policy info, thinking that we would be paying for his medical care - can you believe it? I run a small business and am very familiar with the concept of Workmen's Comp - no telling what was going on between Scheinfeld and his workers, but something seemed to be very, very wrong. A couple of our gutters still don't drain right, despite several calls to have them adjusted. But the roof no longer leaks."
Roofing & Shingling
Gutters
Chimney Repair
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Middle Creek Roofing LLC
4.7(
35
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Serving Norristown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Middle Creek Roofing recently installed a new roof on our house and our shed. The company is very easy to deal with and their pricing is very reasonable. No matter who you talk to at Middle Creek Roofing whether it’s the salesman you meet at first or the receptionist at the office, everyone is very friendly, helpful and professional. If your lucky enough you will have Josh check in on your satisfaction. He is just TOP NOTCH!! He makes sure everything is done to your expectations. It’s not often anymore that people take pure pride in their work, but he certainly does!!! Every business out there today should have a Josh!! We highly recommend Middle Creek Roofing!!"
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Shingle Roof Installation- Sinking Spring, PA

+194

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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The Brothers That Just Do Gutters
5.0(
23
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Serving Norristown, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew did an amazing job on this install. My neighbors had some work done, and it made me think about getting a new up to date gutter system on my house. Andrew was very precise, quick and sincere on the phone and made this so easy. Couldn’t be happier with the turn out - Thank you, Brothers!"
Roof Coating
Roof Coating
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+1

Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Power Home Remodeling
4.2(
1,141
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Serving Norristown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"PHR salesman came to the house for quoting window replacement for all windows that needed it, and at our request itemized by room/area separately. We had already ball-parked roughly $1000 per window installed, parts & labor. Salesman was extremely knowledgeable about company and products, and pricing was additionally discounted for being a BJ's Wholesale member. Then there was an additional discount for "sign today" which we took advantage of for one section/area of our house that desperately needed new windows due to non-opening status and failing seals/insulation. Total project came out to just under $1K per window with all discounts so it was a good buy. Salesman measured for initial quote. About 3 weeks later a pre-install inspector came out to re-measure and finalize details for install scheduled 1 month later. Install was delayed due to COVID-19 shutdowns but company kept us posted on restart plans. Actual install was 2-3 months later. Installer - 1 guy, not a crew - came out promptly at the start of the appointment time (730a) and re-measured everything before touching anything. Tackled the most complex/largest window first, took him 3 hours to remove old and install new. Very meticulous with spray-foam insulation and caulking, caulking, caulking. New windows are smaller surface area than old windows due to insert style of replacement. Easy to open and close (casement/crank) and screens are very low-profile, easy to remove for cleaning. Project manager came out to check status towards end of install (all day, almost 12 hours) and go over all details, warranty info, answer q's, etc. Installer was protective of all areas and cleaned up thoroughly, inside and out. Only problem through the entire process was that PHG phone numbers appear as "Potential Spam" on mobile phone screeners so you have to answer those calls when you know you're waiting on calls for scheduling, appointment confirmations, etc. When they left voicemails, the reps wouldn't leave direct dial or extension numbers so you have to call the main 800 number and wait through menus to get to a person; that said, every rep was able to look up the account and check status, answer questions, give info, etc. so they are a very large company but must have a very detailed records system, with employees who actually use it to log all actions. Will wait and see if any problems develop with the product or installation. After 1 rainstorm, no leaks. Sun/heat is definitely cut down dramatically. So far so good. If all stays good, will definitely consider PHG for future work."
Full Home Remodel - Siding, Roofing, Doors, and Gutters
Full Home Facelift
Full Home Remodel - Siding, Windows, and a Roofing system
Full Home Remodel - Siding, Windows, and Gutters
Full Home Remodel - Siding, Roofing, Doors, and Gutters

+48

40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Union Roofing Contractors, Inc.
3.7(
80
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Serving Norristown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roof was installed the next day after meeting with company rep. The workers were professional and completed the job in good time. And the roof looks great. Thank you John L Lindsay Street"
Response time1 day
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Blue Collar Construction LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Norristown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can’t say enough good things about Justin and his team. First, everyone is so kind and respectful of our home, kids, and dog. We had a vision and Justin nailed it out of the park, even with some adds on. His entire team has a great eye for detail and really wants to make sure you’re happy. Would recommend over and over again! We are so incredibly happy with how our basement turned out. Looking forward to our bathroom projects next!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+4

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Norristown, PA

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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