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Avatar for Roofing Systems of Hampton Roads
Roofing Systems of Hampton Roads
4.8(
231
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Wood Shake or Composite Roofing - Install or Replace

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is an awesome small business. They are extremely thorough and professional from the scheduling to project management and crew. I am truly happy with the results of the roof and rotted wood replacement. Highly recommend!"
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+36

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Jayhawk Exteriors Inc
4.6(
429
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Wood Shake or Composite Roofing - Install or Replace

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"THIS COMPANY IS FANTASTIC! These guys really know their stuff- our experience with them has been flawless from start to finish (they also installed our new roof 3 months ago). Not only were both jobs done quickly and cleanly, the customer service was friendly, helpful, and professional from initial estimate to final cleanup. Most important, both the roof and siding look absolutely amazing. We will definitely hire them again for future projects. -David Friedman"
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New roof, siding and trim

+56

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Mighty Hands Roofing Inc
4.2(
461
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Wood Shake or Composite Roofing - Install or Replace

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our is 2.5 storey and steep roof. Owner visited and without getting on roof told me that you need to replace 2 flashings. The house is 9 years old and according to him ( I am not sure) it is better to replace flashing after 10-12 years any way. I think flashing should have same about 30 years life of roof. However, I accepted the recommendation as cost was $150. Also, I don't think they inspected or did anything on other side of the roof. He sent Brian in the following week to carry out work. Brian is really hardworking honest guy. He spent about 4 hours on roof to replace flashing and nail down singhles on one side of roof. I was not happy since they didn't even look at other side of roof. Since my $200 +79 was worth their effort of 4 hours I am OK with the service provided. However, I felt that they are giving this deal to generate more business. and chnging of flushing was not necessary. Anyway I was happy with Brian and hence I am giving A other wise I would have given B."
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Bevins Roofing & Home Improvements LLC
4.7(
189
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Wood Shake or Composite Roofing - Install or Replace

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had the roofs replaced and skylights on my 5 bedroom ranch house with attached garage and re-roof a detached gambrel roofed barn. Bevins also installed aluminum trim, vinyl soffit around the house and replaced all the gutters. All the jobs couldn't have gone better! All the crews were extremely polite and professional; their work exceeded my expectations. I would hire them again and highly recommend Bevins to others."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Action Roofing
5.0(
11
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Wood Shake or Composite Roofing - Install or Replace

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went just fine. I had been looking for someone to do some repairs to a slate roof on my uncle’s house for months. Once I got in touch with Action Roofing, the job was taken care of. They were very prompt to look at the job and to do the job. I feel like the price was fair. I am talking with them for additional work."
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Old smoke house rebuild
New deck
New roof

+112

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homefix
4.2(
526
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Wood Shake or Composite Roofing - Install or Replace

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"HCR did a great job with replacing our roof. The materials are high quality and the work (removing original roof, laying down new roof and cleaning up) was done efficiently and with great detail. HCR also offers an excellent warranty and was very thorough in explaining options and setting up the work. We would highly recommend!"
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No More Dirty Roofs
4.6(
608
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Wood Shake or Composite Roofing - Install or Replace

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work! At least 1/3 of my roof on the north side had a great deal of moss on it. On much of the rest of the roof there were small amounts of moss along the bottom edge of shingles, and there were patches in scattered places on the main part of the shingles. After Hector and his son cleaned the roof, it looked brand new. They removed plants and furniture from our deck before the job and replaced them after the job. They even did a light washing of the vinyl siding of the house, which was outside the agreed-upon scope of work, but they did not charge me for it. As a former member of a site safety office in a then-Fortune 50 company, I was particularly impressed with the excellent precautions they took to insure their safety on the roof during the job. Hector’s 27+ years of experience was evident in every aspect of the job. I plan to bring him back in a year for annual maintenance. I definitely recommend No More Dirty Roofs to any home owner needing roof cleaning."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for wood shake or composite roofing installation and replacement projects in Portsmouth, VA

Cedar shakes and wood shingles might seem similar, but they have some important differences. Cedar shakes are hand-split, giving them a unique, textured appearance that adds rustic charm to your roof. They're great for homeowners who want a distinctive look. Wood shingles, conversely, are machine-made, providing a smooth, uniform appearance for a more modern look. Shakes tend to be more expensive due to the craftsmanship involved but offer exceptional beauty and resilience.

A well-maintained cedar shake roof can last up to 60 years. However, factors like severe weather and improper ventilation can reduce its lifespan. You should consider replacing your roof if you notice persistent leaks, visible water damage, curling or splitting shakes, moss growth, rot, or missing shakes. Regular inspections can help you determine when it's time for a replacement.

When hiring a roofing contractor for your cedar shake roof, asking the right questions is important. Make sure they are fully certified and have extensive experience with cedar installations. Verify that their team is licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask for details about the materials they use, such as the type of underlayment and fasteners, and how they ensure proper ventilation. Getting multiple written estimates can help you compare options and choose a contractor who offers quality workmanship at a fair price.

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