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Managing the water falling from a roof is critical for the protection of your home. Collecting and distributing water in a controlled manner is the job of a gutter system. We can design and install a gutter system that will address wet basement problems, erosion around the foundation, and damage to the exterior of your home.

Types of Gutter

We fabricate and install many types of gutter including the stylish Half Round Gutter Profile, the economical Ogee Style, the roof integrated and historic Philadelphia and Built in Gutters, as well as gutters that are custom formed to your design specification. Gutter can be formed from many different materials including aluminum, copper, painted steel, and Galvalume Plus™.

Repair

It is not unusual for gutters and downspouts to stop functioning even though the materials are in good shape. Debris, snow and ice, and heavy precipitation can cause gutters to stop draining properly. We can realign and reattach gutter that is out of place, returning it to serviceable condition at significantly lower cost than replacement.

Leaf Guard Solutions

Keeping the gutter trough free of obstruction is essential to proper function. A quality leaf guard can ensure that your gutters function as they were intended to perform. There are many products that claim to work but in real practice seem to cause more problems than they solve. We have tested many of these and only install products that meet our high standard for durability and performance.

Specialty Items

Custom fabricated items can be a one of kind focal point on your roof, chimney, and even in your kitchen! Our skilled craftsmen have completed numerous projects that add interest to the home and uniquely express something about the owner. We have completed specialty Chimney Caps, Kitchen and Buffet Line Counter Tops, Kitchen Exhaust Hoods, Planter Boxes, decorative Water Collection Boxes, and Roof Top Cupola Finials.

Flashing Fabrication

Our sheet metal shop fabricates metal flashing to your specification. We are able to produce your requested material with a short lead time and rapid turnaround period.

Roof and gutter systems require regular maintenance and repair to remain is good condition. Extreme weather and changing seasons can compromise a roof or gutter. If left untended, the result can be inconvenience and even costly damage to your home.

Maintenance

Our repair technicians can provide inspection and diagnostic service, discovering problems while they are small and easily repaired. Preventative maintenance is one of the best investments you can make in extending the service life of your roof and gutter.

Gutter and Roof Cleaning

Leaves, branches, and other organic material left on the roof and in the gutter will begin to decompose and can cause damage. Keeping the roof and gutter free of debris is an essential component of our roof maintenance recommendation.

Flashing Repair

The most vulnerable area in a roofing system is at the point a chimney, pipe, vent, or skylight penetrates the roofing surface. The degrading effects of the sun and moisture can lead to water penetrating the roof and damaging the interior of your home. When necessary, we can repair and/or replace the flashing in these areas.

Storm Damage and Emergency Service

High wind and falling branches can damage a roof. We will replace missing and damaged shingles on your roof. When large portions of the roof have been damaged, we can provide emergency services to protect your home from further damage until a permanent repair can be formed.

Real Estate Transactions

A sound roofing system is an important consideration for a successful home sale. We offer a Roof Inspection Service to agents, seller, and buyers. We will thoroughly inspect the entire roof system, prepare a written report with photo documentation, and make recommendations with cost estimates for necessary repairs.

Condominium and Home Owners’ Associations

We provide ongoing maintenance service for properties maintained by Condominium and Home Owners’ Associations. We assist the association in planning for strategic roof maintenance and replacement projects, develop budgets for recommended projects, and make recommendations for the sequence of replacement in multi-building associations.

Property Management Companies

We provide prompt, reliable, and economic service to Property Management Companies. We will evaluate properties and provide recommendations for repairs or replacement.