If you’re replacing your roof for the first time, handling storm damage, or simply unsure what type of roofing is best for your home — you're in the right place. Below you’ll find clear, honest answers to the most common questions we get from homeowners in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
If your roof has localized damage or isolated leaks, a repair may be enough. If 25–30% or more is deteriorated, or there’s recurring damage, full replacement is usually more cost-effective and reliable long-term.
Most residential roof replacements take 1 to 3 days, depending on roof size, material, complexity, and weather conditions.
We recommend a full roof inspection once a year, and after any major storm, even if there are no visible issues.
Yes — we offer free, no-obligation inspections that include photos, a detailed condition report, and recommendations.
We install asphalt shingles, synthetic slate, natural slate, and cedar shake roofing systems. Each offers different benefits in terms of aesthetics, durability, and cost.
Synthetic slate is lighter, more impact-resistant, and more affordable, while offering a similar high-end appearance. Natural slate is heavier, more expensive, and extremely long-lasting, but requires a reinforced structure.
Cedar requires periodic treatment, but we use pre-treated and fire-resistant cedar that significantly reduces long-term upkeep.
Yes — especially in urban areas like D.C., we handle TPO, modified bitumen, and low-slope systems for row houses and flat-roofed structures.
Always. We do a complete tear-off to inspect the decking underneath. This ensures your new system isn’t built over hidden damage.
We closely monitor weather forecasts. If rain is possible, we protect exposed areas with professional-grade tarp systems installed promptly after removal.
No, but we do recommend being available for a walkthrough before and after, so we can review progress and cleanup with you.
Yes — we perform a full debris cleanup and use magnetic rollers to collect stray nails. Our team walks the site to ensure it’s spotless.
If the damage is sudden and weather-related (e.g., hail, high winds, falling debris), it’s usually covered. We’ll inspect the roof and provide detailed documentation for your claim.
Yes — we’ll re-inspect the roof, review your insurance scope of work, and provide additional documentation if damage was overlooked.
Yes — we coordinate with your insurance company and walk the roof with the adjuster to ensure no issues are missed or misclassified.
In most cases, no. That’s why it’s important to have a pre-repair inspection and photo documentation before any work begins.
Depending on the system you choose, we offer up to 50-year material warranties and 10-year workmanship warranties, covering leaks and installation issues.
Yes — many of our systems include transferable warranties as long as they’re registered within the required timeframe after a home sale.
Yes — if you're not satisfied with any aspect of your roofing system, we’ll work with you until the issue is resolved. Your home is our reputation.
Yes — we work directly with local authorities (including DCRA in D.C.) and handle all required permitting for each region.
Absolutely. We’re familiar with local guidelines and offer approved materials like slate, synthetic slate, and cedar shake that meet preservation standards.
Yes — we can coordinate with HOA requirements, provide sample boards, and ensure your new roof meets all regulations.