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Home Genius Exteriors

2050 Springdale Road, Suite 500
4.93(
584
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•Approved Pro

Home Genius Exteriors

2050 Springdale Road, Suite 500
4.93(
584
)
•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
213 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cherry Hill by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!

"Timely, professional install. Project and site managers were responsive and timely."

Mickey G on November 2025

Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cherry Hill by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!

"Timely, professional install. Project and site managers were responsive and timely."

Mickey G on November 2025

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Tycos General Contractors, Inc.

412 Meco Drive
4.54(
90
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Tycos General Contractors, Inc.

412 Meco Drive
4.54(
90
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
30 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

We are a locally owned company in Wilmington with over 20 years of experience in residential home improvement via installation and maintenance. Let us show you our quick, reliable and professional touch for any of your home needs. We strive to produce the quality you would expect and we ensure you will be satisfied with our work. We would like you to be our next delighted customer!

"They did a great job"

Robbiw S on November 2023

We are a locally owned company in Wilmington with over 20 years of experience in residential home improvement via installation and maintenance. Let us show you our quick, reliable and professional touch for any of your home needs. We strive to produce the quality you would expect and we ensure you will be satisfied with our work. We would like you to be our next delighted customer!

"They did a great job"

Robbiw S on November 2023

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Carpentry USA LLC

PO Box 838
5.00(
33
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Carpentry USA LLC

PO Box 838
5.00(
33
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

Our company has been in operation for over 20 years. We specialize in Construction Services and Home Renovation and Repairs, striving for 100% customer satisfaction delivering top notch quality in our craft. Whether it's a mold cleanup or a major construction project, we are available for all of your home improvement needs. We have worked in over 4,000 residential and commercial locations, including repairing and rebuilding homes for national home builders. Our rates are honest and reasonable. I am committed to being 1 of the best contractors around! As a licensed General Contractor, We are ready to apply our experience and skills to any of your projects. Call or email me, Toby Perfetto, to discuss your project. GET IT DONE RIGHT THE 1ST TIME!

"Wonderful, Eric Nesbit, was excellent; so very knowledgeable, though and professional and courteous."

Maryellen D on June 2021

Our company has been in operation for over 20 years. We specialize in Construction Services and Home Renovation and Repairs, striving for 100% customer satisfaction delivering top notch quality in our craft. Whether it's a mold cleanup or a major construction project, we are available for all of your home improvement needs. We have worked in over 4,000 residential and commercial locations, including repairing and rebuilding homes for national home builders. Our rates are honest and reasonable. I am committed to being 1 of the best contractors around! As a licensed General Contractor, We are ready to apply our experience and skills to any of your projects. Call or email me, Toby Perfetto, to discuss your project. GET IT DONE RIGHT THE 1ST TIME!

"Wonderful, Eric Nesbit, was excellent; so very knowledgeable, though and professional and courteous."

Maryellen D on June 2021

Townsley Contracting

PO Box 1214
4.92(
169
)
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Townsley Contracting

PO Box 1214
4.92(
169
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 local quotes requested

Townsley Contracting is your go-to service providing expert in Philadelphia. As a small local business, we prioritize quality work at a reasonable rate. Join our growing customer base and experience the difference today.

"The owner, Jim, was very professional and a pleasure to work with. He is willing to answer all questions and work with you on any issue. His team arrives on time and works very hard to get the job done in a timely manner. Roof replacement can be very messy but his team cleans up the place really well. The materials he uses are high quality and the house looks fantastic. From the road you can tell the roof was done by professionals. What a difference! His price is fair (we got numerous bids) and the quality is exceptional so we were quick to recommend him to other family members."

Frances M on April 2021

Townsley Contracting is your go-to service providing expert in Philadelphia. As a small local business, we prioritize quality work at a reasonable rate. Join our growing customer base and experience the difference today.

"The owner, Jim, was very professional and a pleasure to work with. He is willing to answer all questions and work with you on any issue. His team arrives on time and works very hard to get the job done in a timely manner. Roof replacement can be very messy but his team cleans up the place really well. The materials he uses are high quality and the house looks fantastic. From the road you can tell the roof was done by professionals. What a difference! His price is fair (we got numerous bids) and the quality is exceptional so we were quick to recommend him to other family members."

Frances M on April 2021

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Class Roofing LLC

16 Ardmore Road
5.00(
6
)
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Class Roofing LLC

16 Ardmore Road
5.00(
6
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
92 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

We're a locally owned, family-operated company dedicated to making roofing an enjoyable experience. With top-quality materials, expert craftsmanship, and unmatched communication, we take the stress out of your roofing project. No one-size-fits-all solutions—just personalized service and long-lasting roofs built with care. Let’s put a classy roof over your head!

"If you need roofing work, do not hesitate to call this company. They are very professional and efficient. I highly recommend them."

Maria S on October 2022

We're a locally owned, family-operated company dedicated to making roofing an enjoyable experience. With top-quality materials, expert craftsmanship, and unmatched communication, we take the stress out of your roofing project. No one-size-fits-all solutions—just personalized service and long-lasting roofs built with care. Let’s put a classy roof over your head!

"If you need roofing work, do not hesitate to call this company. They are very professional and efficient. I highly recommend them."

Maria S on October 2022

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North Star Roofing

506 Dekalb Pike
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro

North Star Roofing

506 Dekalb Pike
5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
5 years of experience

North Star Roofing is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. North Star Roofing is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

North Star Roofing is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. North Star Roofing is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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Union Roofing Contractors, Inc.

12260 Townsend Road
4.14(
63
)
•Approved Pro

Union Roofing Contractors, Inc.

12260 Townsend Road
4.14(
63
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
133 local quotes requested
44 years of experience

Union Roofing Contractors, Inc. is a family owned business, that has been in business for over 30 years under the same name. We are members of Local 30 and can ensure that you will receive nothing but TOP quality workmanship, completed by our Union employees.

"Great job wee done"

Tamara B on March 2024

Union Roofing Contractors, Inc. is a family owned business, that has been in business for over 30 years under the same name. We are members of Local 30 and can ensure that you will receive nothing but TOP quality workmanship, completed by our Union employees.

"Great job wee done"

Tamara B on March 2024

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Family Roofing of PA

911 Mount Zion Rd.
5.00(
8
)
•Approved Pro

Family Roofing of PA

911 Mount Zion Rd.
5.00(
8
)
•Approved Pro
103 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Family Roofing of PA's Mission: Guided by family values, we aim to deliver top-quality roofing and exterior restoration services with a commitment to excellence, while ensuring your family's safety and comfort. During our process we aim to treat every home with the utmost care and respect, as if it were our own.

"A great crew who worked continuously until the job was done. Great clean up after job. Good communication. Work is guaranteed. What more can you ask for?"

Barbara C on October 2025

Family Roofing of PA's Mission: Guided by family values, we aim to deliver top-quality roofing and exterior restoration services with a commitment to excellence, while ensuring your family's safety and comfort. During our process we aim to treat every home with the utmost care and respect, as if it were our own.

"A great crew who worked continuously until the job was done. Great clean up after job. Good communication. Work is guaranteed. What more can you ask for?"

Barbara C on October 2025

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Home Genius Exteriors

2050 Springdale Rd
4.55(
96
)
•Approved Pro

Home Genius Exteriors

2050 Springdale Rd
4.55(
96
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
3725 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cherry Hill by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!

"Quality of work was amazing, communication was great. Would highly recommend Home Genius and will be using them for future projects!"

Brooke B on October 2025

Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Cherry Hill by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!

"Quality of work was amazing, communication was great. Would highly recommend Home Genius and will be using them for future projects!"

Brooke B on October 2025

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Home Run Roofing LLC

5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro

Home Run Roofing LLC

5.00(
5
)
•Approved Pro
1204 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Home Run Roofing is dedicated to delivering top-quality roofing and siding services with a strong focus on customer satisfaction. By using advanced techniques and upholding rigorous standards, we ensure every project achieves exceptional results. At Home Run Roofing, we believe in providing every customer with individualized service and a focus on the details that matter most. We take the time to listen to your needs and preferences, customizing our services to perfectly match your vision. Using only the highest quality materials and the latest techniques, we ensure that your roofing project is completed to your utmost satisfaction. Plus, we stand behind our work with a warranty, giving you peace of mind throughout the process.

Home Run Roofing is dedicated to delivering top-quality roofing and siding services with a strong focus on customer satisfaction. By using advanced techniques and upholding rigorous standards, we ensure every project achieves exceptional results. At Home Run Roofing, we believe in providing every customer with individualized service and a focus on the details that matter most. We take the time to listen to your needs and preferences, customizing our services to perfectly match your vision. Using only the highest quality materials and the latest techniques, we ensure that your roofing project is completed to your utmost satisfaction. Plus, we stand behind our work with a warranty, giving you peace of mind throughout the process.

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FAQs for natural slate roofing installation and replacement projects in Thorndale, PA

A slate roof features thin tiles of natural stone installed over a solid deck and underlayment. Formed under intense heat and pressure, slate is exceptionally durable and delivers a distinctive, high-end look. Because the material weighs far more than asphalt, most homes need added structural support before installation. 

While upfront costs are higher and routine inspections are a must, many homeowners choose slate for its unmatched longevity and curb appeal.

Slate stands out for its 50- to 200-year life span, low maintenance, and classic aesthetic. It’s fire-resistant, energy-efficient, and often boosts resale value. 

On the flip side, slate runs far more per square foot than asphalt, weighs up to four times as much, and demands a contractor who specializes in the material. Tiles can crack on impact, and repairs cost more because the work is slow and precise. If your budget and structure can handle it, slate delivers top-tier performance for generations.

Natural and synthetic slate aim for a premium, stone-like appearance, whereas asphalt focuses on affordability. Real slate runs $10 to $30 per square foot installed and lasts up to 200 years; synthetic slate costs $10 to $15 and tops out at 50 to 100 years. 

Standard asphalt averages $3 to $8 per square foot and needs replacement every 20 to 30 years. If you want the slate look without the full price tag—or extra roof weight—synthetic is a solid middle ground.

With routine inspections and prompt repairs, a natural slate roof can last well beyond 100 years; some hard-slate installations reach the 200-year mark. Soft slate falls in the 50- to 125-year range, and synthetic products last 50 to 100 years. 

Remember, flashing, fasteners, and the underlying structure may need attention sooner than the stone itself. Severe hail or fallen limbs can also shorten life span, so schedule periodic checkups with a slate-qualified roofer.

If you plan to stay in your home long term—or want a standout selling point—slate delivers strong value. Although installation costs are high, owners often recoup 60% to 70% at resale and enjoy lower replacement cycles than asphalt. The stone’s durability, energy efficiency, and timeless curb appeal also appeal to eco-conscious buyers because fewer roofs end up in landfills. Just be sure your framing can handle the weight and that you budget for occasional specialty repairs.

Skip the DIY climb if you have a slate roof. Slate may be tough against the weather, but a single misplaced step can crack a tile and create a leak path. The surface also turns slick when wet, upping the risk of injury. Professional crews use staging and hook ladders that spread weight across multiple slates, protecting both the roof and the worker. To inspect or repair slate, call a roofer who specializes in the material.

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