Terra Nova Roofing & ConstructionRoofing in Hudson County, NJ — Flat Roofs, Rowhouses & Multi-Family
Most Hudson County roofs are flat. Rowhouses, brownstone-style attached homes, two- to four-family buildings and mixed-use storefronts in Jersey City, Hoboken, Union City, West New York and North Bergen need flat roof work done right — drains, parapets, seams and all. That's what Terra Nova Roofing & Construction does.
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Who does residential roofing in Hudson County, NJ?
Terra Nova Roofing & Construction does residential roofing in Hudson County, NJ, with a focus on what the county's buildings actually have: flat and low-slope roofs on rowhouses, attached homes, multi-family and small commercial buildings, plus pitched shingle roofs in Kearny, Secaucus and Harrison. Free on-site inspection, free written estimate with photos, exact price before any work. Licensed & insured, NJ Lic. #13VH13824700. Call or text 973-200-1617.
Hudson County towns we serve
Pick your town for local roofing details. We cover the whole county.
How Hudson County flat roofs work — and why they leak
A flat roof isn't actually flat. It's built with a slight pitch so water runs to a drain, a scupper through the parapet wall, or a gutter at the back of the building. On a Hudson County rowhouse, that roof is often surrounded by parapet walls, shares a wall with the buildings on each side, and has a bulkhead, hatch or skylight cut into it.
Leaks happen when water can't get off the roof, or when it gets behind the membrane at an edge:
- Slow drainage. A sagging deck or clogged drain leaves water sitting for days, and ponding wears out the membrane early.
- Edges and walls. Flashing up the parapet, the coping on top of it, and the joint with the neighbor's wall are the most common leak points.
- Penetrations. Vent pipes, HVAC stands, skylights and hatches each need their own flashing detail.
- Old patches. Years of tar and patches over each other hide the real problem and trap moisture.
Materials explained: TPO vs. EPDM vs. modified bitumen and how long a flat roof lasts.
The flat roof leaks we fix most in Hudson County
Each of these has its own fix — and its own page if you want the details:
Roofing on tight Hudson County lots
Working in Jersey City, Hoboken or Union City isn't the same as working on a suburban street. Before the job we plan around the building:
- Access: how we get to the roof — a hatch, bulkhead or ladder from the street or the back yard — and where materials are staged.
- Neighbors: shared and party walls mean the flashing where your roof meets the next building matters as much as the middle of your roof.
- Debris: how old roofing comes down safely and gets hauled away, with cleanup every day.
- Tenants: on rental buildings we coordinate timing with the owner so tenants know what to expect.
- Paperwork: we know local permit requirements and handle the paperwork side of the job with you.
Pitched roofs in Kearny, Secaucus, Harrison and parts of North Bergen get the same full shingle service as anywhere else — see roof replacement.
Repair or replace a flat roof in Hudson County?
We'll show you photos and give you both options where they make sense. Rough guide:
| What we find | Usually a repair | Usually a replacement |
|---|---|---|
| Leak location | One spot — a drain, a seam, a parapet corner | Leaks in several places or several units |
| Membrane | Sound, with a local blister or split | Cracked, shrunk or blistered across the roof |
| Insulation and deck | Dry | Wet insulation or soft deck in large areas |
| Patch history | Few or no patches | Layers of patches and tar |
| Drainage | A clogged drain or scupper | Low areas across the roof that always pond |
More: flat roof repair in NJ, flat roof replacement and what changes flat roof replacement cost.
Multi-family and commercial roofs in Hudson County
We repair and replace flat roofs on two- to four-family homes, small apartment buildings and mixed-use buildings with storefronts below. For owners and managers that usually means:
- A free inspection of the roof, drains, parapets and penetrations, with photos.
- A written estimate with the exact price before any work, and an honest call on repair vs. replacement.
- Temporary dry-in when a unit has an active leak, so tenants are protected while the real repair is scheduled.
- Work planned around access and tenants, cleanup every day and a final walkthrough with photos.
Financing is available for larger projects. See multi-family roof replacement and commercial roofing in NJ.
Roof leak repair prices in Hudson County
Starting prices for leak work. Your exact price is in writing after the free inspection:
Roof leak repair — from $650
One leak point, such as a drain, a seam or a pipe flashing.
Standard roof repair — from $950
A parapet section, a skylight curb or a larger area of membrane.
Emergency leak service — from $1,500
Water coming in now: temporary dry-in or tarping, then the planned repair.
Wet insulation, rotted deck boards or other hidden damage is extra, and we show you photos first. After a storm we can document damage with photos and measurements, help with the paperwork and meet the adjuster — the insurer decides coverage. See emergency roof leak repair.
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Get a Free Roofing Estimate in Hudson County
Tell us the address, the type of building and where the water shows up. Photos help. We'll set up a free inspection and a written estimate with photos.
Why Hudson County owners call us
- Top-floor unit leaking
- Water sitting on the roof
- Leaks at the parapet or neighbor's wall
- A flat roof patched too many times
- Storm damage
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Hudson County Roofing Questions
Do you repair flat roofs in Jersey City and Hoboken?
Yes. Flat and low-slope roofs on rowhouses, attached homes, multi-family and mixed-use buildings are a big part of our Hudson County work.
How much does flat roof leak repair cost?
Roof leak repair starts from $650, standard roof repair from $950 and emergency leak service from $1,500. Hidden damage like wet insulation is extra. You get the exact price in writing first.
Why does my flat roof leak at the wall?
Parapet and party-wall flashing is the most common leak point on attached buildings. Water gets in at the coping or the base of the wall and runs behind the membrane.
Water sits on my roof after rain. Is that a problem?
Yes, if it stays for days. Ponding wears out the membrane early and usually means a clogged drain or low spots in the deck.
Should I repair or replace my flat roof?
If the membrane is sound and the leak is local, repair. If there are many patches, wet insulation or leaks in several places, replacement is usually better. We show you photos and both options.
Do you work on multi-family and commercial buildings?
Yes, including small apartment buildings and mixed-use buildings with storefronts.
Can you stop an active leak right away?
Call or text 973-200-1617. We usually reply the same business day and can do a temporary dry-in or tarp.
Do you handle permits in Hudson County?
We know local permit requirements and handle the paperwork side of the job with you.
Is financing available?
Yes, for larger projects like a full flat roof replacement.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Licensed and insured, NJ Lic. #13VH13824700, locally owned in Garfield, NJ.
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Updated November 2026 by the Terra Nova Roofing & Construction team, Garfield, NJ • NJ Lic. #13VH13824700