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Pablo's Quality Construction

155 West Street
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro

Pablo's Quality Construction

155 West Street
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
177 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of roofing services, repairs, replacements, installs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Pablo Quality Construction removed existing roof and installed a new roof, they were on site when they said they would be and they did a great job, I would highly recommend them and I’m looking forward to working with them again on other projects around are home."

Michael w on August 2023

We specialize in all phases of roofing services, repairs, replacements, installs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Pablo Quality Construction removed existing roof and installed a new roof, they were on site when they said they would be and they did a great job, I would highly recommend them and I’m looking forward to working with them again on other projects around are home."

Michael w on August 2023

Troyer Roofing

24345 State Rte 327
4.15(
13
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Troyer Roofing

24345 State Rte 327
4.15(
13
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Customers say: Terrific value
32 years of experience

As a local business, you can be assured our core values represent that of our local customers. We always ensure that our service specialists arrive on time and that your job is carried out to the highest specification. When you choose us you are not just supporting your local businesses, but choosing one of the best roofing companies around when it comes to roof repairs, remodeling, and construction. Choose us as your roofing contractors today! Mark Troyer - owner. Established 1993. Locally owned and operated. Quality, honesty, and hardwork. It's not just a roof, it's an investment. We get that.

As a local business, you can be assured our core values represent that of our local customers. We always ensure that our service specialists arrive on time and that your job is carried out to the highest specification. When you choose us you are not just supporting your local businesses, but choosing one of the best roofing companies around when it comes to roof repairs, remodeling, and construction. Choose us as your roofing contractors today! Mark Troyer - owner. Established 1993. Locally owned and operated. Quality, honesty, and hardwork. It's not just a roof, it's an investment. We get that.

E-Z ACCEPTANCE Builders Inc.

2110 Copley Rd.
2.00(
4
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E-Z ACCEPTANCE Builders Inc.

2110 Copley Rd.
2.00(
4
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27 years of experience

Our products and services encompass every phase of home improvements at highly affordable pricing; Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling, Roofing, Kitchen & Doors and more; Our mission is to service clients at each possible level. Working with a multitude of banks and financial institutions, we strive to make every project cost effective.

Our products and services encompass every phase of home improvements at highly affordable pricing; Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling, Roofing, Kitchen & Doors and more; Our mission is to service clients at each possible level. Working with a multitude of banks and financial institutions, we strive to make every project cost effective.

Mr. Fixit

210 Ohio Ave
No reviews yet

Mr. Fixit

210 Ohio Ave
No reviews yet
10 years of experience

We provide all aspects of residential and commercial remodeling, no jobs to big, nor to small. We take on all types of jobs. Examples range from new builds, additions, roof repair, painting, etc. We are fully licensed and insured company so you can rest assure that we can complete your job.

We provide all aspects of residential and commercial remodeling, no jobs to big, nor to small. We take on all types of jobs. Examples range from new builds, additions, roof repair, painting, etc. We are fully licensed and insured company so you can rest assure that we can complete your job.

K&R Home Improvement

Unknown
No reviews yet

K&R Home Improvement

Unknown
No reviews yet
11 years of experience

Payment accepted as cash or check

Payment accepted as cash or check

Richardson Contracting WV LLC.

4433 Blankenship Rd
No reviews yet

Richardson Contracting WV LLC.

4433 Blankenship Rd
No reviews yet
9 years of experience

Richardson Contracting Wv are company that specializing in residential and commercial construction. Our customers are #1 priority through communication, efficiency, and transparency. Our employees are available to help with any of your construction needs from the footer to the roof. Contact us today for a free consultation about your next project.

Richardson Contracting Wv are company that specializing in residential and commercial construction. Our customers are #1 priority through communication, efficiency, and transparency. Our employees are available to help with any of your construction needs from the footer to the roof. Contact us today for a free consultation about your next project.

Durable Rooftop Solutions

75811 Early Rd
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Durable Rooftop Solutions

75811 Early Rd
No reviews yet

Commercial Roofing, specializing in flat roofs, sloped, single-ply, metal roofs, green roofing, or stone coated steel roofing solutions. We proudly install Dura-Last and all the best roofing materials available. Serving Ohio. Owner, Jason Garland, has over 20 years of experience in the roofing industry, working all over the state of Ohio, as well as with other large contractors in Florida, Ohio and Tennessee. He has put together a strong diverse team of professionals that are able to handle all your roofing needs.

Commercial Roofing, specializing in flat roofs, sloped, single-ply, metal roofs, green roofing, or stone coated steel roofing solutions. We proudly install Dura-Last and all the best roofing materials available. Serving Ohio. Owner, Jason Garland, has over 20 years of experience in the roofing industry, working all over the state of Ohio, as well as with other large contractors in Florida, Ohio and Tennessee. He has put together a strong diverse team of professionals that are able to handle all your roofing needs.

Premier Contractors of America

507 N Miami Ave
4.43(
7
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Premier Contractors of America

507 N Miami Ave
4.43(
7
)
Customers say: Quick response
26 years of experience

No job to big or small for us. Locally owned & operated. Additional phones - (877) 656-6956, (937) 592-9915, (937) 335-6080, (937) 492-7663.

"Buyer Beware. This company will give you a quote and then start raising the price while they are ripping your shingles off your house. I was quoted $5,950 but charged close to 7k. They also used old Wall flashing instead of providing new with my brand new roof. They also didn't do a repair on my garage roof because they were out of material/wood so they shingled over a large hole. That in time is going to sag! I contacted the owner Wade Bowman to let him know what his guy in charge did and as of now 8/12023 he hasn't corrected being overcharged or the terrible work done. I will change or delete this if he ever makes it right. you will know if you see this review still up avoid them. Bet if it were his house he would be throwing a Fit!"

Luke b on August 2023

No job to big or small for us. Locally owned & operated. Additional phones - (877) 656-6956, (937) 592-9915, (937) 335-6080, (937) 492-7663.

"Buyer Beware. This company will give you a quote and then start raising the price while they are ripping your shingles off your house. I was quoted $5,950 but charged close to 7k. They also used old Wall flashing instead of providing new with my brand new roof. They also didn't do a repair on my garage roof because they were out of material/wood so they shingled over a large hole. That in time is going to sag! I contacted the owner Wade Bowman to let him know what his guy in charge did and as of now 8/12023 he hasn't corrected being overcharged or the terrible work done. I will change or delete this if he ever makes it right. you will know if you see this review still up avoid them. Bet if it were his house he would be throwing a Fit!"

Luke b on August 2023

MSA Contracting

4384 Hughes Branch Rd
5.00(
5
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MSA Contracting

4384 Hughes Branch Rd
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

MSA is a licensed and insured company that does top quality work for reasonable prices. We stand behind our work with warranties on all our construction. MSA specializes in New Home Construction, Plumbing, Hardwood Flooring both New Hardwood installation and restoration of Original Hardwood Flooring to beyond it's original beauty, Kitchen and Bath remodeling, Interior Design and Reconstruction, Room Additions, Porches and Decks, Repairing and Remodeling other contractors shoddy work, Roofing, Excavating, Concrete Driveways, Sidewalks, Footers, and any other Concrete work that you may need, Block and Brick, and Complete Basement Renovations. We offer free estimates.

"Great job. Good and faithful Christian man. Trustworthy in his work."

Gail H on February 2020

MSA is a licensed and insured company that does top quality work for reasonable prices. We stand behind our work with warranties on all our construction. MSA specializes in New Home Construction, Plumbing, Hardwood Flooring both New Hardwood installation and restoration of Original Hardwood Flooring to beyond it's original beauty, Kitchen and Bath remodeling, Interior Design and Reconstruction, Room Additions, Porches and Decks, Repairing and Remodeling other contractors shoddy work, Roofing, Excavating, Concrete Driveways, Sidewalks, Footers, and any other Concrete work that you may need, Block and Brick, and Complete Basement Renovations. We offer free estimates.

"Great job. Good and faithful Christian man. Trustworthy in his work."

Gail H on February 2020

J&J Contracting

330 Water St
No reviews yet

J&J Contracting

330 Water St
No reviews yet
15 years of experience

Free Estimates and price match guarantee for legitimate estimates. 10% Discount to new customers.

Free Estimates and price match guarantee for legitimate estimates. 10% Discount to new customers.

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Portsmouth, OH

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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