Roofing Recommendations

tbonies · 09-06-2020, 07:47 PM

I am looking for roofer recommendations to do a full replacement of a shingle roof. Our roof has several varying pitches and cuts so it would lean to a more complex replacement. Recommendations greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Hillcountry · 09-06-2020, 09:51 PM

For a good roofing job, I can recommend Drew’s Affordable Roofing.
They are mostly metal roofers but have an asphalt roofing division.
At the time of my roofing needs the metal work was booked 6 months out so I opted for asphalt shingles.
A “crew” of non-English speaking people arrived on the roofing day a couple days after the materials were delivered. There were men doing the actual roofing and a few women doing cleanup/grunt work. Hard workers for sure but communicating with them was no easy task. If things like this bother you, good luck! So far, the same has happened with our roof and carpeting jobs. “No habla English” was frustrating but we got through it and are happy with the finished product.
The roof looks great and doesn’t leak!

They were the least expensive of the 3 roofing companies that bothered to show up for an estimate. Still, it was a $10,000 cost for my particular roof which was pretty straightforward.

TheProfessor · 09-08-2020, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by tbonies

I am looking for roofer recommendations to do a full replacement of a shingle roof. Our roof has several varying pitches and cuts so it would lean to a more complex replacement. Recommendations greatly appreciated. Thanks.

In my younger days - did my own roof (s). Asphalt shingle 3 tab. No magic to it.
If I was to do it again. I'd hire a metal roof company. Or if asphalt shingles - architectural shingles.
If replacing an existing roof - strip off old shingles - use ice and water shield (bituthene) on entire roof. And replace all plumbing roof vents with new - as the rubber deteriorates over time. And the roof itself needs ventilation.

Finding any contractor today is a challenge. Finding a good one is even more challenging. Best to read up on what a good roof replacement requires.

Dedicated roofing companies have reputations. Sometimes good. Sometimes not so good.

Biggd · 09-08-2020, 06:49 AM

Some roofers recomend only using Ice & Water shield 6' up from the edge of the roof and in any valley's but not the whole roof? Can any roofers chime in with their opinion and reasoning?

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mishman · 09-08-2020, 07:43 AM

I highly recommend Carl Smith and GBR contracting of Meredith. They redid my roof after premature failure of previous "organic" shingles. Carl and his crew followed through on every promise and did a great job under very hot conditions earlier this summer. They even voluntarily repaired my driveway from very minor damage to the asphalt without my even asking. Getting a roof redone is an expensive proposition but doing it well and cleaning up completely is why I would recommend GBR contracting without hesitation. (They use Ice and Water Shield on entire roof, not just bottom section.)

TheProfessor · 09-08-2020, 03:03 PM

Here is one video.

https://youtu.be/yVzF5wE3ptc?t=23

Drive around and view new homes being built and view what materials those builders use. Skip any "spec" homes - those are constructed to minimum codes to save costs to bring selling price lowest possible.

marinewife · 09-09-2020, 07:44 AM

We had great success with Jake Stanley who owns JMS Roofing. He lives in Wolfeboro with his family and came out to give his free estimate. An assistant brought many different boards for color choice.

Our home is large with 2 detached garages, and while the cost is not cheap, the quality of the shingles is excellent- Timberline 50 yr. A dumpster was delivered a few days before the start of the job.

His 10 employees arrived early in the morning, and worked non stop for a day and a half. Clean up was great as well. I took photos of the progress, it was incredible.

I got his name from 2 people- a local diner owner and a girlfriend's neighbor, and have passed it on as well. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone, he's friendly, professional, keeps his appointments and emails/ calls you back quickly.

Jake's number is 603-520-3481

boo · 09-27-2020, 02:45 PM

i would be happy to give you a quote for your roof replacement. I do alot of waterfront homes around the lake, as well as work for other forum members. i offer great rates and high quality installation.
Please let me know if you would be interested in a free quote. Corey boucher (603) 393-5229 or email bluemoonbuilders@msn.com
I look forward to hearing from you

09-06-2020, 07:47 PM	#1
tbonies Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Anchorage, Al Posts: 144 Thanks: 57 Thanked 66 Times in 33 Posts	Roofing Recommendations I am looking for roofer recommendations to do a full replacement of a shingle roof. Our roof has several varying pitches and cuts so it would lean to a more complex replacement. Recommendations greatly appreciated. Thanks.

09-08-2020, 07:43 AM	#5
mishman Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 178 Thanks: 59 Thanked 96 Times in 43 Posts	GBR contracting I highly recommend Carl Smith and GBR contracting of Meredith. They redid my roof after premature failure of previous "organic" shingles. Carl and his crew followed through on every promise and did a great job under very hot conditions earlier this summer. They even voluntarily repaired my driveway from very minor damage to the asphalt without my even asking. Getting a roof redone is an expensive proposition but doing it well and cleaning up completely is why I would recommend GBR contracting without hesitation. (They use Ice and Water Shield on entire roof, not just bottom section.)

09-09-2020, 07:44 AM	#7
marinewife Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: the quiet side of the lake Posts: 108 Thanks: 56 Thanked 65 Times in 32 Posts	Great roofing company used June 2020 We had great success with Jake Stanley who owns JMS Roofing. He lives in Wolfeboro with his family and came out to give his free estimate. An assistant brought many different boards for color choice. Our home is large with 2 detached garages, and while the cost is not cheap, the quality of the shingles is excellent- Timberline 50 yr. A dumpster was delivered a few days before the start of the job. His 10 employees arrived early in the morning, and worked non stop for a day and a half. Clean up was great as well. I took photos of the progress, it was incredible. I got his name from 2 people- a local diner owner and a girlfriend's neighbor, and have passed it on as well. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone, he's friendly, professional, keeps his appointments and emails/ calls you back quickly. Jake's number is 603-520-3481

09-27-2020, 02:45 PM	#8
boo Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 55 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Roofing i would be happy to give you a quote for your roof replacement. I do alot of waterfront homes around the lake, as well as work for other forum members. i offer great rates and high quality installation. Please let me know if you would be interested in a free quote. Corey boucher (603) 393-5229 or email bluemoonbuilders@msn.com I look forward to hearing from you

09-06-2020, 09:51 PM	#2
Hillcountry Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: In the hills Posts: 2,420 Thanks: 1,677 Thanked 786 Times in 466 Posts	For a good roofing job, I can recommend Drew’s Affordable Roofing. They are mostly metal roofers but have an asphalt roofing division. At the time of my roofing needs the metal work was booked 6 months out so I opted for asphalt shingles. A “crew” of non-English speaking people arrived on the roofing day a couple days after the materials were delivered. There were men doing the actual roofing and a few women doing cleanup/grunt work. Hard workers for sure but communicating with them was no easy task. If things like this bother you, good luck! So far, the same has happened with our roof and carpeting jobs. “No habla English” was frustrating but we got through it and are happy with the finished product. The roof looks great and doesn’t leak! They were the least expensive of the 3 roofing companies that bothered to show up for an estimate. Still, it was a $10,000 cost for my particular roof which was pretty straightforward.

09-08-2020, 06:49 AM	#4
Biggd Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Waltham Ma./Meredith NH Posts: 4,057 Thanks: 2,184 Thanked 1,180 Times in 749 Posts	Some roofers recomend only using Ice & Water shield 6' up from the edge of the roof and in any valley's but not the whole roof? Can any roofers chime in with their opinion and reasoning? Sent from my SM-G950U using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app

09-08-2020, 03:03 PM	#6
TheProfessor Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 1,115 Thanks: 17 Thanked 340 Times in 205 Posts	Here is one video. https://youtu.be/yVzF5wE3ptc?t=23 Drive around and view new homes being built and view what materials those builders use. Skip any "spec" homes - those are constructed to minimum codes to save costs to bring selling price lowest possible.

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