Should I Stay Home During A Roof Replacement?
Home is our safest zone. The critical part of this safest zone is the roof,
Most of Shrub Oak's single-family homes were built between the late 1940s and the early 1970s — colonials, ranches, and split-levels that are now at the stage where original roofing systems have been replaced at least once and are approaching or into their next cycle. At 50-80 years of age, these homes also typically have original or early-replacement chimney flashing that needs comprehensive attention alongside any shingle replacement, and original attic ventilation that often doesn't meet current standards for a properly functioning roof system.
Meridian Contracting has installed and replaced roofs throughout Shrub Oak and northern Westchester for more than 25 years.
For additions, detached garages, or new construction on Shrub Oak's residential lots. Full deck inspection, underlayment, ice and water shield, and flashing at every penetration.
Complete removal to the deck, deck repair as needed, and a complete new system with updated ventilation and comprehensive chimney flashing on Shrub Oak's postwar homes.
Original ventilation on Shrub Oak's 1950s-1970s homes is frequently inadequate by current standards — we assess and correct this during every replacement.
Original chimney flashing on 50-80 year old homes is one of the most common active leak sources; we address it comprehensively during every roof replacement.
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Cost depends on roof size, pitch, and materials. We provide a free on-site estimate for every project — no obligation.
On Shrub Oak’s 50-80 year old homes, yes. Original chimney flashing from the 1950s-1970s is one of the most active leak sources on these properties, and addressing it alongside the replacement is far more cost-effective than doing it as a separate repair call later.
Yes, on most Shrub Oak homes from this era. Original ventilation was undersized by current standards and improving it during a replacement extends the new roof’s lifespan.
One to two days for most standard postwar colonials and ranches.
Yes, every tear-off includes a full deck inspection with any damaged sections repaired before new roofing goes on.
Yes, every tear-off includes a full deck inspection with any damaged sections repaired before new roofing goes on.
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