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Esteam Builder LLC
5.0(
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Serving Stevensburg, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brian was great with communication. The team were professional and did a great job on my roof. I was very pleased with the outcome. The price was right!"
Exterior Siding
Exterior Restoration
Deep Gutter Cleaning
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Peak Roofing Contractors Inc
4.8(
370
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Serving Stevensburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Installer showed up on time. Did an outstanding job not only of installing a new Gutter Guard system but of cleaning up after all work was complete. He was both courtesy & professional. Would highly recommend this company for any and all roofing work."
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Homefix
4.2(
525
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Serving Stevensburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Their consultant was on time and very knowledgeable. I ultimately decided to move forward with a new Roof and replacement windows. My Roof was done roughly 2 weeks later and my windows were just completed. I am very pleased and look forward to the energy savings this winter. The architectural shingles really look good and have gotten me a lot of compliments from my neighbors."
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Roof Replacement in Baltimore, Maryland
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Independent Powur Consultant
5.0(
8
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Serving Stevensburg, VA 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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Jesus Roofing
4.7(
21
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Serving Stevensburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"Jesus was great to work with. Jesus came out on a Saturday in the rain on time and gave me a estimate. Jesus showed me samples and recommendations and also helped pick out the color and style. Jesus ordered the shingles and a week later Jesus and his crew replaced the gutters,siding and replaced the roof. One of the best experiences I have had with a contractor and I will be using Jesus in the future."
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EaZy Construction Inc
4.9(
14
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Serving Stevensburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EaZy Construction is a great company and did an amazing job on replacing my roof! As a local family-owned-and-operated company, no one in the surrounding Fredericksburg area could match their professionalism, price, or quality. EaZy Construction was $1,000's below local and national companies, because they passed on their savings to homeowners by during all the work in-house and using the same high quality service, products, and materials as their more expensive competitors. EaZy Construction is the best roofing company in Fredericksburg, VA and I am truly happy with the outcome and price and you will too! As a result, my neighbor has also used EaZy Construction to replace their roof as well."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Exterior Pros of America
4.5(
94
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Serving Stevensburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"THEY WERE GREAT! I HAD CALLED ANOTHER COMPANY WHO DECIDED TO DO THE HIGH PRESSURE STUFF AND REFUSED TO GIVE ME AN ESTIMATE UNLESS I BOUGHT TODAY.
DAN FROM GUTTER PROS CAME OUT MEASURED IT UP AND LET ME KNOW I COULD TAKE AS LONG AS I NEEDED TO MAKE A DECISION. THEIR PRODUCT WAS GREAT TOO. I EXPLAINED I WANTED TO CHECK THEM OUT AND READ REVIEWS ON THEM AND THE PRODUCT. SO I TOOK A FEW DAYS AND GOT BACK TO THEM. 
LOVED THE INSTALLER, WILL, ALSO.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ANYONE LOOKING FOR A GREAT PRODUCT AT A GREAT PRICE.
WE HAVE HAD PINE NEEDLES CLOGGING THE GUTTERS FOR YEARS, I WAS JUST FED UP.
SO, I AM EXCITED TO HAVE THIS DONE.
THE OTHER COMPANY THAT WAS OUT WAS LEAF FILTER OR GUTTER HELMET, I DONT REMEMBER. THE GUY WAS NICE ENOUGH BUT WAS GETTING MAD WHEN I TOLD HIM THAT I NEEDED TO DO RESEARCH.
SAVE YOURSELF SOME TIME AND CALL THESE GUYS.
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GutterDome Installed
GutterDome Award
Half Round Job Fairfax Station
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Ferguson Home Improvements LLC
4.4(
46
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Serving Stevensburg, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kenny Ferguson is very responsive to customer requests. He communicates well to the customer and to his men. Fernado and Mike were very careful in their work and aimed to please the customer. The lights and painted ceiling looked great. They were very pleasant and yet professional in their attitude and work. They cleaned up everything when they were done. I have another job waiting for Kenny and his team to install an attic fan. I have confidence that they will do good work as they have done in the past.
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Stevensburg, VA

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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