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ROOFX

4.80(
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•Approved Pro

ROOFX

4.80(
10
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
30 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

ROOFX provides exceptional roofing and exterior services. We are committed to excellence in everything we do. We are the industry leading warranties and peace of mind! Our team remains firmly devoted to quality, crafting personalized roof repair and roof replacement solutions tailor-made for your needs. Whether you’re a lifelong Williamsport resident or have recently come to call this city home, our aspiration is to simplify and elevate your roofing journey. Call us today to experience the ROOFX difference.

"RoofX didnt excellent work on repairing my roof and replacing my gutters! Very professional workers. Brian is very professional and excellent at explaining the work that is being done, also Brian is a good listener to the customer… reassuring the job gets done up to customer specs."

Eric H on October 2025

ROOFX provides exceptional roofing and exterior services. We are committed to excellence in everything we do. We are the industry leading warranties and peace of mind! Our team remains firmly devoted to quality, crafting personalized roof repair and roof replacement solutions tailor-made for your needs. Whether you’re a lifelong Williamsport resident or have recently come to call this city home, our aspiration is to simplify and elevate your roofing journey. Call us today to experience the ROOFX difference.

"RoofX didnt excellent work on repairing my roof and replacing my gutters! Very professional workers. Brian is very professional and excellent at explaining the work that is being done, also Brian is a good listener to the customer… reassuring the job gets done up to customer specs."

Eric H on October 2025

P VARNISH CONTRACTORS

5.00(
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P VARNISH CONTRACTORS

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

All types of roofing.. residential and commercial: specializing in Flat roofing.we also do all types of remolding needs.

All types of roofing.. residential and commercial: specializing in Flat roofing.we also do all types of remolding needs.

Keith Erb Roofing & Siding

4.83(
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Keith Erb Roofing & Siding

4.83(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Here at Keith Erb Roofing & General Contracting we take pride in our work and seek to give the homeowner a job completed as if it were for ourselves.With 26 years of owner experience alone we feel that our company has the know how to complete a job that will be everything the homeowner has paid for and will have piece of mind about a job well done. As a GAF master elite installer your roofing projects will be backed by the best products and extented warranties in the business. This really is a big deal so we encourage all homeowners to visit GAF.com and compare their products, and the warranties a master elite contractor can provide. Contractor reviews are also located there for all certified contractors which give you an idea of the vast experience and quality jobs we perform. We are confident that no other company can compare to GAF corporation at this time and are proud to use these quality products.. We do not use any subcontractors and the owner of Erb roofing is physically on every job. We encourage homeowners to do their research. Know your contractor and ask questions. The lowest price is normally not going to get you the best quality. Our suggestion is to shop contractor’s first then shop price. Get everything you are paying for especially in these economically hard times. We at Erb construction look to give a competitive price but foremost we seek to give the best job possible to insure that the homeowner can be secure in only doing the job once. Our company is fully insured both with liability and workmen’s compensation insurance. We and registered with the state of Pennsylvania, license PA022558, and a member of the better business bureau. Estimates are free and our companies currently accept MC/visa and discover cards. Keith Erb contracting is also a lead safe company, certificate #NAT-76974-1, good thru 2015 and issued by the US EPA. Additional phone - (888) 766-7663.

Here at Keith Erb Roofing & General Contracting we take pride in our work and seek to give the homeowner a job completed as if it were for ourselves.With 26 years of owner experience alone we feel that our company has the know how to complete a job that will be everything the homeowner has paid for and will have piece of mind about a job well done. As a GAF master elite installer your roofing projects will be backed by the best products and extented warranties in the business. This really is a big deal so we encourage all homeowners to visit GAF.com and compare their products, and the warranties a master elite contractor can provide. Contractor reviews are also located there for all certified contractors which give you an idea of the vast experience and quality jobs we perform. We are confident that no other company can compare to GAF corporation at this time and are proud to use these quality products.. We do not use any subcontractors and the owner of Erb roofing is physically on every job. We encourage homeowners to do their research. Know your contractor and ask questions. The lowest price is normally not going to get you the best quality. Our suggestion is to shop contractor’s first then shop price. Get everything you are paying for especially in these economically hard times. We at Erb construction look to give a competitive price but foremost we seek to give the best job possible to insure that the homeowner can be secure in only doing the job once. Our company is fully insured both with liability and workmen’s compensation insurance. We and registered with the state of Pennsylvania, license PA022558, and a member of the better business bureau. Estimates are free and our companies currently accept MC/visa and discover cards. Keith Erb contracting is also a lead safe company, certificate #NAT-76974-1, good thru 2015 and issued by the US EPA. Additional phone - (888) 766-7663.

DC General Service

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DC General Service

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37 years of experience

DC General Service Is a full service construction firm. We work on phase of home repair. We do Not ( SUB WORK OUT ) we have found that to keep our work in house in house retains our standers

DC General Service Is a full service construction firm. We work on phase of home repair. We do Not ( SUB WORK OUT ) we have found that to keep our work in house in house retains our standers

M & R Remodeling

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M & R Remodeling

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Free onsite estimate

Rob's General Contracting

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Rob's General Contracting

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34 years of experience

We have been in business since 1992.

We have been in business since 1992.

The Home Depot - Oil City

4.14(
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The Home Depot - Oil City

4.14(
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Customers say: Quality work

Store number - 4178. Additional DBA - Homer TLC Inc.

"Paige helped us and she went above and beyond helping us. She was very knowledgeable about the products. We went back a couple of weeks later and again she was helping us. She is a very pleasant person. More people should have her work ethics."

Tracey F on April 2022

Store number - 4178. Additional DBA - Homer TLC Inc.

"Paige helped us and she went above and beyond helping us. She was very knowledgeable about the products. We went back a couple of weeks later and again she was helping us. She is a very pleasant person. More people should have her work ethics."

Tracey F on April 2022

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Whistle Construction Services

5.00(
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Whistle Construction Services

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a turn key construction company and have a specialist in just about every trade. This is a family business that was started 4 decades ago as a husband and wife remodeling team. Our dedicated team is headed by the Lewis family but has grown to include an additional 9 tradesman ready to serve you. Give us a call and someone from the family will be glad to answer your call!

"Excellent this company is the best and the work and professionalism was outstanding"

Jamir M on May 2020

We are a turn key construction company and have a specialist in just about every trade. This is a family business that was started 4 decades ago as a husband and wife remodeling team. Our dedicated team is headed by the Lewis family but has grown to include an additional 9 tradesman ready to serve you. Give us a call and someone from the family will be glad to answer your call!

"Excellent this company is the best and the work and professionalism was outstanding"

Jamir M on May 2020

Dan Cordell Construction

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Dan Cordell Construction

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23 years of experience

We Dan Cordell Construction Believe that the customer is right . We like happy home owners at the end of every job . If you have Unhappy customers That is bad for your company

We Dan Cordell Construction Believe that the customer is right . We like happy home owners at the end of every job . If you have Unhappy customers That is bad for your company

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Install America

3.45(
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Install America

3.45(
53
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71 years of experience

Install America is Berks County's most trusted remodeling contractor. We are a one stop, full service operation designed to allow you to continue improving on your most valuable investment with a company you can trust. All project sizes are welcome. We understand that replacing two problem windows for you now will help us earn your trust and approval so we may one day steward more projects of yours in the future. If we are ever lucky enough to earn your business, we look forward to providing you with an exceptional remodeling experience! Serving PA, NJ, DE, & MD, we're in your area! Call us today to have a remodeling expert take a look at what you've been thinking about doing. As always, the consultation is free: free of obligation and free for you.

"I had 15 new windows put in my home that cost over $17,000 back in 2022 as the people who originally put them in for Install America didn't speak English enough to understand them. I caught then drinking alcohol and smoking marihuana. I called their boss and he did nothing. The windows were put in crooked (as on a slant), plus some were not installed in the entire way and water leaked in and I could see around the windows to the outside. I would talk to a guy named Bill, whom is a complete liar, as it seems to work at Install America you have to be a liar and not know what you are doing. So it seems if you want to work for this company, you have to know needle point not windows. This is now 2026 and they send someone to come fix my windows every year, and every year the windows still leak air badly. 2025 Bill sent a guy here who use to work for Anderson Windows (Derek) and he said he would be here from day one until finish and he came one time and never returned because of speech. "

Randall W on January 2026

Install America is Berks County's most trusted remodeling contractor. We are a one stop, full service operation designed to allow you to continue improving on your most valuable investment with a company you can trust. All project sizes are welcome. We understand that replacing two problem windows for you now will help us earn your trust and approval so we may one day steward more projects of yours in the future. If we are ever lucky enough to earn your business, we look forward to providing you with an exceptional remodeling experience! Serving PA, NJ, DE, & MD, we're in your area! Call us today to have a remodeling expert take a look at what you've been thinking about doing. As always, the consultation is free: free of obligation and free for you.

"I had 15 new windows put in my home that cost over $17,000 back in 2022 as the people who originally put them in for Install America didn't speak English enough to understand them. I caught then drinking alcohol and smoking marihuana. I called their boss and he did nothing. The windows were put in crooked (as on a slant), plus some were not installed in the entire way and water leaked in and I could see around the windows to the outside. I would talk to a guy named Bill, whom is a complete liar, as it seems to work at Install America you have to be a liar and not know what you are doing. So it seems if you want to work for this company, you have to know needle point not windows. This is now 2026 and they send someone to come fix my windows every year, and every year the windows still leak air badly. 2025 Bill sent a guy here who use to work for Anderson Windows (Derek) and he said he would be here from day one until finish and he came one time and never returned because of speech. "

Randall W on January 2026

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Northumberland, 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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