Roof Replacement in Passaic County, NJ

What makes roofs in Passaic County different?

Passaic County has some of the oldest housing in North Jersey, and much of it sits along the Passaic River and its valleys and hillsides. Those two facts shape most of the roofs we replace here:

• Older housing stock. The cities and older towns are full of early-1900s and mid-century homes: two- and three-family houses, narrow-lot singles, capes and colonials. Many have been re-roofed more than once.
• River towns and damp air. Homes near the river and in low spots hold more moisture, and attics with little ventilation show it: damp sheathing, rusty nails, mildew on the underside of the deck.
• Hills and exposure. Hillside neighborhoods and the more open western towns catch wind that lifts shingle edges and drives rain under flashing.
• Mixed roof shapes. A steep main roof, a flat rear section over a kitchen or porch and a dormer or two on the same house is common, and each part needs the right system.

That's why the inspection matters as much as the shingle choice. See signs you need a roof replacement.

How do we replace a roof on an older Passaic County home?

The same way we replace any roof, with more attention to what's under the old shingles, because on an older house the surprises are under the shingles. Here is what we watch for:

• Two or three layers. Older roofs were often covered over instead of torn off. All layers come off so we can see the deck and the roof isn't carrying extra weight. See can you put a new roof over an old roof.
• Board decking. Many older homes have wood boards instead of plywood sheets. Boards can have gaps, splits or soft ends near the eaves. We replace damaged sections, or re-sheath where that's the sound choice, and show you photos before we do.
• Old chimneys. Brick chimneys that have been tarred over and over usually need new step and counter flashing cut properly into the mortar, not more tar. See chimney leaks.
• Little or no attic ventilation. Adding soffit intake and ridge exhaust is one of the most useful upgrades an older house can get during a re-roof. See attic ventilation.
• Tired gutters and fascia. Rotted fascia behind old gutters is common; it's easiest to fix while the roof edge is open.

If an older home has slate or another specialty roof, we'll tell you honestly whether it needs a specialist. More on older houses: roof replacement for older and historic homes.

Roof leak repair in Passaic County, or time for a new roof?

A single leak on a roof with life left is a repair; a worn-out roof that leaks in more than one place is a replacement. Here's how we explain the choice to Passaic County homeowners:

• Repair makes sense when the leak is at one pipe boot, a vent, a few missing shingles or one flashing joint. Roof leak repair starts from $650 and standard roof repair from $950.
• Emergency service is for water coming in now: a temporary dry-in or tarp, then the permanent fix. Emergency roof leak service starts from $1,500.
• Replacement makes sense when shingles are curling or brittle, granules are piling up in the gutters, there are leaks in several places, the deck feels soft, or there are already two layers on the roof.

Rotted decking found during a repair is extra, and you always get the exact price first. See roof leak repair, repair vs. replacement and storm damage roof repair.

Which Passaic County towns have a roof replacement page?

We work throughout Passaic County. These towns have their own page about local homes and roofs:

Paterson, Passaic, Clifton and the Haledons: Paterson, Passaic, Clifton, Prospect Park, Haledon, North Haledon.

Hawthorne and the western suburbs: Hawthorne, Totowa, Woodland Park, Little Falls, Wayne.

Your town isn't listed? We still serve it. Neighboring counties: Bergen County, Essex County and Morris County. Main page: roof replacement in New Jersey.

How do you book a free roof inspection in Passaic County?

Call or text 973-200-1617 with your town and a short description, and we'll schedule a visit; we usually reply the same business day. It helps to:

• Text a couple of photos of the roof from the street and any ceiling stains.
• Tell us how old the roof is, if you know, and whether it's leaked before.
• Let us know about tenants, shared driveways, gates or dogs.

We inspect the roof and attic where we can reach it, take photos and give you the exact price in writing. If storm damage is involved, we document it and can meet the adjuster; see does homeowners insurance cover a roof replacement. Or request a visit on our free estimate page.