Estimates
How pricing works
We don't post prices. Here is what decides yours, and when you get the number.
What decides the price
A roof is not a product, so we don't post a price. These move the number most on an older Maine house.
Roof area, in squares
Pitch, and how steep it is
Layers to remove
The deck, found once the old roof is off
Ice barrier, flashing and ventilation
What the estimate includes, and what it doesn't
The estimate lists the work line by line. If a line isn't on it, it isn't in the price.
Tear-off, disposal and a deck check
Ice barrier, underlayment, drip edge and vents
Flashing, cleanup and the warranty papers
Not included: rot found later, priced per sheet
Not included: chimney masonry, skylights, gutters
Not included: insulation, which we mark
What happens at the visit
We start in the attic, then the roof and the eaves. We take photos and show you. There is no fee for the visit, and the written estimate holds for 30 days.
After hours
In winter the leak line is open daily, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. A visit outside weekday working hours costs more, and we give you the amount before we come.
When you get the number
In writing, after the visit, as a flat price for the work listed. Roland sends it, and Claudette goes through it with you.
If the job changes
If the deck is rotten in more places than the estimate allowed for, we stop, show you, and price it per sheet as written. Nothing is added without your yes in writing.
The fifteen
What moves the price
Roof area
Measured in squares of 100 square feet. A roof is bigger than the footprint of the house.
Pitch
A steep roof needs staging and more time.
Complexity
Dormers, valleys and chimneys add cuts and flashing. Capes have plenty.
Material
Asphalt shingle line, standing-seam metal profile, or a wood shingle repair.
Layers to remove
Two layers take longer off and cost more to dump.
Deck condition
Found only after the old roof is off. The estimate gives a price per bad sheet.
Ice and water barrier
How far up the roof it runs from the eave, and in which valleys.
Flashing and penetrations
Chimneys, vent pipes, dormer walls and skylights.
Ventilation
Baffles, intake at the eave, and the exhaust at the ridge.
Access
Snowbanks, trees, fences, tight drives and where the dumpster can sit.
Warranty tier
Some warranties need specific parts and an installer the maker accepts.
Permit and code
What your town asks for, and what the inspector adds.
Season
Winter slows a re-roof, because days are short and shingles seal poorly in the cold.
Add-ons at the same time
Gutters, skylights and chimney work cost less together than apart.
Rot at the eaves
Ice dams can rot the fascia, soffit and sheathing. We say what we see; we price it as an extra.
The visit
Nine steps, from the call to the follow-up
Step 1: 1. You book
By phone or the form. Tell us the age of the roof, any ice, and any stains.
Step 2: 2. Ground walk
We look at the eaves, gutters and walls from the ground first.
Step 3: 3. The attic
Air leaks, insulation, vents, stains and frost under the deck.
Step 4: 4. The roof
Tied off, or by drone on a steep or icy roof.
Step 5: 5. Measuring
Squares, pitch, layers and the number of dormers and valleys.
Step 6: 6. Photos shown
We show you what we found, and whether it is a repair or a replacement.
Step 7: 7. Written options
The work, the price, and a cheaper option when there is one.
Step 8: 8. Your questions
Roland sends the estimate. Claudette goes through it by phone or at the kitchen table.
Step 9: 9. Follow-up
We call once to see if you have questions. Then we leave you to decide.
Ready to see what your attic says?
Book the visit. You get the number in writing afterwards.