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Avatar for All Under One Roof
All Under One Roof
4.7(
126
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Serving Lexington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John came in today on a holiday day to check my roof. He is a very honest man. He told me my roof is still good for another two years, and doesn’t need any repairs at this time. I highly recommend him for any roofing projects. Thank you John!"
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+26

Response time6 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Stella Roofing Services
Stella Roofing Services
5.0(
11
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Serving Lexington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had three different quotes for the repairs/replacement of our roof and Stella was the most reasonable. The entire process from beginning to end was easy and quick. The co-owner of the company, Steve, met with us himself to look at our roof and give us a quote. He was upfront and honest the entire way through the process. The roof took one day to replace and the results look phenomenal."
New side walls and siding
No job is too small,
For those tight to get to areas in Boston and the surrounding cities we have our own roll off dump trucks, trash chute and staging.
Re roof with 6 new Velux solar skylights
Installing a new construction Velux Skylight

+29

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Power Home Remodeling
4.8(
785
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Serving Lexington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything went really well with my roof install. The salesman set the expectations with a detailed presentation which I appreciated, and the crew turned up and got straight to work. Power are very professional and thorough with what they do."
Full Home Facelift
Full Home Remodel - Siding, Windows, and a Roofing system
Full Home Facelift
Full Home Remodel - Siding, Windows, and a Roofing system
Full Home Facelift

+34

60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Hennelly & Son Roofing & Gutters
Hennelly & Son Roofing & Gutters
4.8(
697
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Serving Lexington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Perfect experience. Claimed an Angie's List deal for gutter cleaning. Joe called within the hour and got me on their schedule on the same day. Guys arrived promptly and thoroughly cleaned all of our gutters. There is a steep hill on one side of our house which has prevented other gutter cleaning companies from getting to the gutter over that area, but Joe's crew got up on the roof and cleaned that area, too. They cleaned up well afterwards, as well. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Will definitely have them back in the fall."
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+3

Response time12 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Roofer's Edge & Siding Inc
4.5(
64
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Serving Lexington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"- Very prompt, professional service delivered at a great price on our Newton expanded bungalow. - Owner, Brian (in business for 25 yrs) assessed/priced job and, with on-site job supervisor, was available at every stage of job completion. - I requested 4 references which Brian gave me at random but said he doesn't call former customers in advance of such requests so wasn't sure if I'd get call backs. All 4 references DID return my calls and all raved about Roofer's Edge/Siding work and value. - Also, work crew included professional women which I appreciated. - Policy is payment at the end of the job when customer is satisfied. - Will definitely use again for siding and or windows given this roofing experience."
Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Willard Co
4.9(
141
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Serving Lexington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1873

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely great experience with this company. We thought we needed our vent pipe seal changed and called Willard based on the reviews here. I understand why they get such high ratings. The person who answered the phone was very friendly and she was able to get someone out in just a few days to take a look. The project manager James was great. He checked out the vent and let me know it's actually fine. Didn't try to sell me something that I didn't need, which was much appreciated. He was extremely helpful in explaining what else I should do to try to track down my issue. I will absolutely call them back for work if it turns out to something they do and would recommend them to others."
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+13

Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Connell Roofing
Connell Roofing
4.5(
56
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Serving Lexington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1956

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Many thanks to Matt Cabral and his expert team for a great job this week replacing a fair percentage of the trim on our thirty year old colonial. After the bad storms this winter, I noticed a small corner of trim had actually come off exposing the sheathing underneath. Fearing water damage, I called Connell Roofing who had put a new roof on our home 12 years ago (that looks as good as new), and did more modest trim replacement 6 years ago. Dennis and John were out the next day, reviewed all the trim around the house that had some damage, gave an estimate, and said they could start in only a week. While our house has sturdy cedar board siding, the trim boards are soft pine, and there were multiple areas of sunken wood consistent with rot underneath. The bad pine trim was to be replaced with PVC trim that will last a lifetime. When the day arrived for repair, Matt Cabral made another assessment and spotted a couple of additional trim areas that could be seen to need replacement now that"
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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Newton Roofing Residential
Newton Roofing Residential
4.7(
141
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Serving Lexington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Newton Roofing responded quickly to my general roof repair request. Rich Mello came out and assessed the situation and suggested both a roof patch repair and/or a partial roof replacement. He was informative and helpful. Not a hard sell at all. Quickly emailed an estimate for both jobs. I thought the price was good on both. I went with the patch repair and a month later it was completed. They even were good at cleaning up and looking for dropped nails."
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+26

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Mighty Dog Roofing of Greater Middlesex
Mighty Dog Roofing of Greater Middlesex
5.0(
15
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Serving Lexington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mighty Dog Roofing was terrific to deal with. Great communication and they did a tremendous job replacing my roof. I highly recommend Vish and his whole team for any exterior project!"
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+1552

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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LCT Construction & Services Inc.
4.5(
15
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Serving Lexington, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"LCT did an excellent job. They arrived right on time and had a large number of roofers--7-8 men. They worked quickly and carefully, draping the entire house and making an effort to watch out for plants (though some damage to them is inevitable). James, the salesman, recommended that we install plywood over the entire roof in order to be sure to get all the warranties on our Certainteed shingles. He showed me where they require less than a certain size maximum opening between roofing boards, and also showed me the many places in our attic where there were spaces larger than allowed. That added about $2400 to our quote, but seems like a good investment. They stripped the old roof, installed the plywood carefully over every roofing surface, shingled and cleaned up in one work day. They returned the next day to install a flat rubber roof on our porch, also very well done. While all their work was excellent, we were a bit concerned that many of the laborers traveled in the back of their vans--which had no seats or seatbelts. Nonetheless, the workers reported liking working for this company, and that they were well-treated. Luis, the owner, called us soon after to see if we were happy with the work. Nice work, LCT!"
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Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Lexington, MA

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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