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Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
583
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Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The sales rep William was awesome & made the roof and gutter install decision a no brainer. Dylan contacted me the night before install to layout the framework for expectations and they were delivered on. Joses roofing crew did amazing on install and cleanup. Have gutters coming tomorrow and looking forward to it."
James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding
CertainTeed Siding
AttiCat Insulation
Union Corrugating Metal Roofing
ProVia Windows

+90

Recommended by60%of homeowners
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EXTERIORMAX
4.9(
27
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Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The team was great; on time and complete. Angel and his crew did a great job at installing and cleaning up before leaving. Even through the price was a little higher than other bids, they were able to do my roof in a quick fashion but not jeopardize quality. The roof looks great and the new skylights provide much better protection. I would recommend!"
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Homefix
4.2(
526
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Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I Purchased a GAF Solar Shingle roof for my home, replacement skylights, gutters and downspouts. The sales rep, Jim Hester gave a thorough explanation of the products and took all the time I needed to answer my questions. The whole process from executing the purchase contract documents to arranging the financing took less than 48 hours for approval. HCR was in constant contact with me to keep me up to date on the progress details, including dates when people would be at my home to execute various stages of the project, what they would be doing and how long they expected to be there. Whenever I had additional questions, I received prompt answers. The entire process was professional, efficient and courteous."
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Roof Replacement in Baltimore, Maryland
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+32

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Eastern Exteriors
5.0(
34
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Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"Estern Exteriors team was very profesional,helpful and friendly. Brandon was excellent to work with for his knowledge and great comunication, he made evrything easy for me. The price was very competitive, I love my roof and I will refer them to anyone who are looking for roof change."
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+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Independent Powur Consultant
5.0(
8
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Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

For insurance purposes we will only service/repair equipment we install. \n\nI’m told the customer chooses the contractor on Angi and I believe that but I don’t believe that 95% of you can’t even respond in email text or phone call. Please gather your estimates & come to me last. I will beat any price by $1000 or more. I’m only trying to help you bring home that deal your looking for backed by a great company with our industry leading 30 year worry free deductible free warranty. I can’t help you if you can’t respond. \n\nPowur is a solar energy installation company that has installed thousands of residential solar systems across 20 US states since its founding in 2014. Powur has partnered with a number of industry leaders to provide homeowners with quality solar panels, inverters, backup batteries & solar generators, & other energy efficiency upgrades designed to reduce the monthly utility bill as well as help the environment. \n\nPOWUR DIFFERENCE\n\nYour solution to low cost, clean, reliable energy your family can depend on.\nFinancially Secure: Investor backed & Member owned\nExperienced: Over 5,000 successful installations\nDoing Well By Doing Good: Fully certified B-Corp\nValidation: Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company in America

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Schulenburg Texas
Schulenburg Texas

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Angel Services Group
4.4(
919
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Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went great. Did a great job. No complaints. I gave a B for responsiveness because I had to call to find out what time they were coming on the day of, no one had called me to confirm the time. Not a big deal. Overall very pleased.
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Mr. Espana
Mr. Lopez
Pam Anderson
Mehran Etedali

+84

Recommended by82%of homeowners
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George's Painting Inc
4.4(
397
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Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"In October 2014 Mr. Lazo came to look at the task at hand. I showed him what I wanted done and he pointed out a couple of wood rot problems that I had not noticed. Once we finished the walk around, he prepared a detailed proposal - before leaving.
I had also talked with another contractor about the same work. They took several days to prepare a proposal, and when I e-mailed with a specific question the reply I got (from the other company, not George's painting) was not satisfactory.
George mobilized his crew, and they were on the site at 7AM. Because there was rain in the forecast, he brought in a larger crew than original discussed, and was able to finish the job quicker than originally scheduled. The work was great, they carefully cleaned up and  left the house and yard in excellent shape.
I had specifically asked that they not touch one side of the garage because of some carpentry work that needed to be done - I was planning to do it. I was so pleased with the work that they did on the house and the rest of the garage that I asked George to give me a quote for doing the carpentry work on the garage. I liked the price and I decided to have him do it. The carpenter came out today Nov 12th - 7AM again, and took care of the carpentry work and painted it.
I am pleased with the work that George's Painting has done, and would expect to contact Mr. Lazo again in the future if I need interior painting or other painting or carpentry work. I don't expect to be needing any exterior painting.
I recommend George's Painting Inc. Quality work, done in a timely manner at a reasonable price!
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Saint James, MD

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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