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Avatar for All Under One Roof
All Under One Roof
4.7(
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Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John came in today on a holiday day to check my roof. He is a very honest man. He told me my roof is still good for another two years, and doesn’t need any repairs at this time. I highly recommend him for any roofing projects. Thank you John!"
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Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Gutters
Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Gutters
4.7(
78
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Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am VERY late in writing this review, but as I was in the Angies List site I thought I'd put this review in. I can't say enough good things about Vaillancourt Roofing. I had a leak in my roof, winter was coming on and no other roofer would call me back. As an act of humanity Adam and Dave drove down from NH to look at my roof even though they don't do repairs in my area - Carlisle, MA ( I understand they could possibly do roof replacement in my area). They came when they said they would and they found the leak quickly. The leak was from my chimney. They aren't mason's necessarily, but they put a temporary fix to the chimney, so I could rest easy until the next Spring when I could address it. They didn't charge me and were done in about an hour. I wish my roof itself needed replacement, if it did I'd all them in an instant. Just wanted to put in this review as I owe it to these great folks."
Gutter replacement Old gutters were poorly installed and improperly pitched.
New roof replacement in Jaffrey, NH with Owens Corning shingles and Platinum warranty.
Before and after photo of a house we did in Hancock NH. One of our favorite areas to work! We did this job in one day with Owens Corning shingles with a Platinum warranty. The last roof these homeowners will ever need.
Full roof replacement in Mont Vernon NH. Roof had cracked ridge cap, seal failure and was high nailed.We replace the roof in 1 day.
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for DelPrete Home Improvements
DelPrete Home Improvements
4.9(
249
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Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Job was preformed exactly as quoted, and described. The Crew were professional and completed the job within a day. I would recommend Beantown for roof replacement. Very happy with the new roof installed, and quality of products used."
Home exterior makeover. New roof using Owens Corning Trudefinition Duration in Onyx Black. New vinyl siding with Certainteed Monogram in Midnight Blue with White trim. New deck in AZEK Island Oak decking. New Harvey slider. New Thermatru  doors.
Deck Upgrade in Halifax, MA. Old deck boards were removed and new AZEK decking in Island Oak with Premier White railings were installed.
Final photo of pool deck pressure treated wood and AZEK decking in Coastline.
Final photo. We stripped the existing roof and removed the heat wire. We inspected the roof deck for rotted wood and replaced. Next we installed Owens Corning Roofing System including Trudefinition Duration Shingles in Onyx Black. Heat wire was reinstalled.
Stripped existing siding and replaced any rotted wood. Installed Henry Blueskin water barrier underlayment. Next we installed James Hardie fiber cement smooth plank siding in Monterey Taupe. New homeowner painted PVC rake boards and fascia were also installed along with new gutters in Eggshell.

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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for On Top Roofing
On Top Roofing
4.6(
179
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Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On Top Roofing is Top of the Line Roofer. Professional delivery with solid quality! Company was hired to correct the issues caused by a prior roofer whose incompetence has cost me additional thousands in repair. On Top Roofing installed a ridge vent that the prior roofer only placed on the roof, re-flashed the chimney where prior roofer failed to install to match new rook lines, re-surface flat rook where prior roofer ignored. In addition, On Top Roofing was used on apartment buildings to help close up the roof and eliminate a bat problem. On the Top Roofing is the only roofing company to use. It takes a while to get on their schedule, but they show when they say the will and do the job they say they will do. Only hire On the Top!! You will not regret."
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Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Power Home Remodeling
Power Home Remodeling
4.6(
883
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Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had fantastic experience getting our roof replaced. Dan helped us out with a great presentation, and everything that was promised was delivered. The crew represented the company well with the install. We would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a roof."
Full Home Facelift
Full Home Remodel - Siding, Windows, and a Roofing system
Full Home Facelift
Full Home Remodel - Siding, Windows, and a Roofing system
Full Home Facelift

+34

52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Hennelly & Son Roofing & Gutters
Hennelly & Son Roofing & Gutters
4.8(
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Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Warranties offered

"I was so glad our condo association hired joe and his company. Firstly, they carefully looked over the work, gave a good estimate. They answered questions I didn't know I had and explained the entire roofing process. They showed up when they said they would and he came with a large crew and got the work done in one day and it was hot! They did a wonderful job and did more than they had contracted for. A few weeks later we had a small leak. They responded immediately and took care of the problem. I am a trustee for a small (eight unit) condominium association. I would certainly recommend Hennelly and Son Roofing. Sincerely, Kathryn Collins Hyde Park, MA"
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Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Newton Roofing Residential
Newton Roofing Residential
4.3(
190
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Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

""Newton Roofing" had done work for me 25-30 years ago. I didn't know the name had been changed to "Newton Roofing Residential", and was under new management/ownership.I called and Mr. Melo answered right away. I explained the problem. He personally came to inspect the following day. I had feared a new roof might be needed, but he explained the damage was likely caused by a damaged (perforated) shingle. One of his crew came out 2 days later and replaced the shingle. The price was reasonable. I also noted another shingle that lifted, due to a "nail-pop". This, a relatively minor matter, was repaired at no extra charge. I cant' recommend Newton Roofing Residential strongly enough. They were prompt, efficient, professional, and polite. Mr. Melo took the time to explain matters to me in detail. I will certainly be using them for roofing matters in future,"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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LCT Construction & Services Inc.
4.3(
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Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"LCT did an excellent job. They arrived right on time and had a large number of roofers--7-8 men. They worked quickly and carefully, draping the entire house and making an effort to watch out for plants (though some damage to them is inevitable). James, the salesman, recommended that we install plywood over the entire roof in order to be sure to get all the warranties on our Certainteed shingles. He showed me where they require less than a certain size maximum opening between roofing boards, and also showed me the many places in our attic where there were spaces larger than allowed. That added about $2400 to our quote, but seems like a good investment. They stripped the old roof, installed the plywood carefully over every roofing surface, shingled and cleaned up in one work day. They returned the next day to install a flat rubber roof on our porch, also very well done. While all their work was excellent, we were a bit concerned that many of the laborers traveled in the back of their vans--which had no seats or seatbelts. Nonetheless, the workers reported liking working for this company, and that they were well-treated. Luis, the owner, called us soon after to see if we were happy with the work. Nice work, LCT!"
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Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Avatar for POWER CONSTRUCTION ROOFING & SIDING CORP
POWER CONSTRUCTION ROOFING & SIDING CORP
5.0(
39
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Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We called Power Roofing when our 3-year old membrane roof began leaking. They sent someone over within 24 hours, quickly identified the reason for the leaks (defective installation by a different roofing company), told us the necessary fix and how much it would cost, scheduled the job, ended up coming a week early to take advantage of favorable temperatures, and invited me up on the roof (twice), first to show me the problem and then to take a look at their work once they were done. They honored their estimate even though the job took longer than expected. And the leaks stopped. An A+ experience from start to finish."
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Avatar for Global Roofing
Global Roofing
4.8(
68
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Serving North Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fredy and Andrea at Global Roofing combine to provide excellent customer service with high quality installation. From quote to complete the entire process was smooth. We were looking at metal roofing first and learned quickly that these folks know a lot about the options, potential issues and installation. Ultimately we went with CertainTeed asphalt shingles due to supply chain price increases for metal, a limited color selection, and because I tend to walk on my roof for a few reasons. On the 1st scheduled day the crew arrived on time and ready to work. They hung tarps and netting to collect all debris and protect shrubs , etc. They moved fast and efficiently with a big enough crew to clear old shingles and start installing new by mid-afternoon. At the end of the day they cleaned everything up, and I do mean everything. By end of day two they were done, once again cleaning everything before leaving. We were very impressed with Global and definitely recommend them for your roofing project."
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Metal Roofing
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in North Reading, MA

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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