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Reclaimed Slate Roof

A slate roof that is not only beautiful, but it comes with a story. See more about it by clicking on the red tab.

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Ludowici Tile Roof

These roof tiles last a long time, a really long time: They can be removed and reinstalled for another lifetime of service when the nails are no longer holding them.

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Integral-Yankee-Built-In Gutters

Custom Copper Integral Guttering takes not only skill but planning. There is a whole lot more to it than just fabrication and installation. Continue to read about how it is done so it will last without seam failure.

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Cedar Roofs

Cedar Shake & Shingle

We were the first to call it out... Once a viable option for a long lasting roof cladding, the industry is finally agreeing with us that New Growth Cedar is not what it used to be.

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Custom Flashings

Flashings are the most neglected areas because they take the most time. Most Roofers are single-trade applicators looking to do as little as possible, and sealants and tar just will not do the job!

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Copper Turret

Hand Crafted Copper Turret

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Chimney repair

Chimney repair sometimes takes a lot of work to get it right.

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Pent Eaves St. Davids'

Copper Pent Eaves Saint David's

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NO FACE NAILS SLATE

Zero Face Nails

We believe that there should not be any face nails on a slate roof.

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Authentic Tin-Knocker

We are old-school as you will see. New Age metal will make the roof on your home look like it belongs on a shopping center.

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Custom Flat Lock Seam Copper Roofing

Low Sloped Roofing done in Flat Lock Seamed Copper and Soldered with an Iron dates back to the founding of this country.

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Authentic Standing Seam Roofing

Metal Roofing was once an art. Today's offerings rely on rubber seals that wear out—Faux Standing Seam Roofing is not Old World Craftsmanship.

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Experience Matters

We have the knowledge. We have the experience. No other company comes close to our level of expertise. Since 1978 we have serviced the exterior needs of clients throughout the Delaware Valley. Many have entered the trades since that time and many have gone. We remain devoted to the methods that work and shun new-age nonsense.

Historical slate courses, copper step flashings, and valleys require meticulous diagnosis when water trickles far from the entry point. When localized moisture travels under underlayment, homeowners often need to find the cause of my leak before deck rot or plaster damage takes hold.

EXPERIENCE

Our techs have knowledge of all facets of your rooftop that can affect the success of the installation.

HIGHLY SKILLED TECHS

They are trained and overseen by seasoned life-long trade professionals.

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Open Metal Valleys

Read about Open Valleys on Slate and Natural Roofs and why the type of metal chosen is so important.

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Copper Pipe Jacks

Pipe penetrations need permanent Pipe Jacks. Neoprene boots do not last. Get an authentic Pipe Jack that lasts as long as your roof.

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Do not mix metals!

Shocking it is to find that big name roofers are actually mixing metals on their flashing details. Don’t mix metals.

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Cedar Roofs

Do not use Copper on Cedar Shake & Shingle

When you see shiny copper on cedar, it is being eaten by acid. Using copper on cedar roofs is a costly mistake.

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The Anatomy of the Built-In or Box Gutter

It takes a lot more than the equipment and knowledge of fabricating metal to successfully install one of these integral gutters.

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Thermal Movement of Metal

Our competitors direct-fasten metal—screwing it down and caulking it—causing kinking and failure. You must allow for thermal movement.

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Our Commitment

We Have Been A Trustworthy Company Since 1978

Truth

You have our word that our main focus is doing right by you. We will inspect your roof and accompaniments free of charge and you will receive a true report as to the condition with options that fit your needs.

Integrity

We are family run and we care. We care about getting the details right first. Profit comes after the job is done right.

Warranty

We stand behind our work for 10 years. We will show up to service our workmanship free of charge in response to your request.