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We do this work across CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, and VT. Photo-documented assessment, written quote, lifetime workmanship warranty.
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Get an honest written quote.
Photo-documented assessment. Itemized quote. We’ll tell you if repair makes more sense than replacement.
Hidden bonus: better warranty position
Documented annual maintenance is often required for full manufacturer warranty coverage on premium shingle lines (GAF Golden Pledge, CertainTeed Extended SureStart Plus). Skip maintenance, lose the extended warranty coverage in many cases.
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Roof Maintenance + Annual Service →
We do this work across CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, and VT. Photo-documented assessment, written quote, lifetime workmanship warranty.
Next step
Get an honest written quote.
Photo-documented assessment. Itemized quote. We’ll tell you if repair makes more sense than replacement.
The math, on a $22,000 replacement
Without maintenance: $22,000 replacement at year 22 = $1,000/year amortized cost. With 20 years of $400/year maintenance + replacement at year 32 = $8,000 maintenance + $22,000 replacement / 32 = $937/year amortized. PLUS: avoided interior damage from 4-6 prevented leak events over those 20 years ($8,000-$25,000 in repairs avoided).
Hidden bonus: better warranty position
Documented annual maintenance is often required for full manufacturer warranty coverage on premium shingle lines (GAF Golden Pledge, CertainTeed Extended SureStart Plus). Skip maintenance, lose the extended warranty coverage in many cases.
Need help on this in person?
Roof Maintenance + Annual Service →
We do this work across CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, and VT. Photo-documented assessment, written quote, lifetime workmanship warranty.
Next step
Get an honest written quote.
Photo-documented assessment. Itemized quote. We’ll tell you if repair makes more sense than replacement.
With maintenance — the realistic timeline
Year 1-5: same as above. Year 6-30: annual visits catch sealant + flashing issues before they become leaks; moss treated proactively; condition tracked year-over-year. Year 25-32: condition decline becomes evident; replacement planned, not emergency.
The math, on a $22,000 replacement
Without maintenance: $22,000 replacement at year 22 = $1,000/year amortized cost. With 20 years of $400/year maintenance + replacement at year 32 = $8,000 maintenance + $22,000 replacement / 32 = $937/year amortized. PLUS: avoided interior damage from 4-6 prevented leak events over those 20 years ($8,000-$25,000 in repairs avoided).
Hidden bonus: better warranty position
Documented annual maintenance is often required for full manufacturer warranty coverage on premium shingle lines (GAF Golden Pledge, CertainTeed Extended SureStart Plus). Skip maintenance, lose the extended warranty coverage in many cases.
Need help on this in person?
Roof Maintenance + Annual Service →
We do this work across CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, and VT. Photo-documented assessment, written quote, lifetime workmanship warranty.
Next step
Get an honest written quote.
Photo-documented assessment. Itemized quote. We’ll tell you if repair makes more sense than replacement.
Without maintenance — the realistic timeline
Year 1-5: install defects covered by workmanship warranty. Year 6-12: sealant at penetrations begins failing; moss/algae growth starts on north slopes. Year 13-18: leaks at chimney, skylights, vent boots — typical 1-2 ‘sudden’ repair calls per year. Year 18-25: cascade of failures, full replacement becomes the only economic option.
With maintenance — the realistic timeline
Year 1-5: same as above. Year 6-30: annual visits catch sealant + flashing issues before they become leaks; moss treated proactively; condition tracked year-over-year. Year 25-32: condition decline becomes evident; replacement planned, not emergency.
The math, on a $22,000 replacement
Without maintenance: $22,000 replacement at year 22 = $1,000/year amortized cost. With 20 years of $400/year maintenance + replacement at year 32 = $8,000 maintenance + $22,000 replacement / 32 = $937/year amortized. PLUS: avoided interior damage from 4-6 prevented leak events over those 20 years ($8,000-$25,000 in repairs avoided).
Hidden bonus: better warranty position
Documented annual maintenance is often required for full manufacturer warranty coverage on premium shingle lines (GAF Golden Pledge, CertainTeed Extended SureStart Plus). Skip maintenance, lose the extended warranty coverage in many cases.
Need help on this in person?
Roof Maintenance + Annual Service →
We do this work across CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, and VT. Photo-documented assessment, written quote, lifetime workmanship warranty.
Next step
Get an honest written quote.
Photo-documented assessment. Itemized quote. We’ll tell you if repair makes more sense than replacement.
Annual maintenance cost
$295-$650/year depending on home complexity. Includes sealant refresh, valley/gutter-top clearing, moss/algae assessment, flashing visual, photo-documented condition tracking, written summary. 60-90 minutes on-site per visit.
Without maintenance — the realistic timeline
Year 1-5: install defects covered by workmanship warranty. Year 6-12: sealant at penetrations begins failing; moss/algae growth starts on north slopes. Year 13-18: leaks at chimney, skylights, vent boots — typical 1-2 ‘sudden’ repair calls per year. Year 18-25: cascade of failures, full replacement becomes the only economic option.
With maintenance — the realistic timeline
Year 1-5: same as above. Year 6-30: annual visits catch sealant + flashing issues before they become leaks; moss treated proactively; condition tracked year-over-year. Year 25-32: condition decline becomes evident; replacement planned, not emergency.
The math, on a $22,000 replacement
Without maintenance: $22,000 replacement at year 22 = $1,000/year amortized cost. With 20 years of $400/year maintenance + replacement at year 32 = $8,000 maintenance + $22,000 replacement / 32 = $937/year amortized. PLUS: avoided interior damage from 4-6 prevented leak events over those 20 years ($8,000-$25,000 in repairs avoided).
Hidden bonus: better warranty position
Documented annual maintenance is often required for full manufacturer warranty coverage on premium shingle lines (GAF Golden Pledge, CertainTeed Extended SureStart Plus). Skip maintenance, lose the extended warranty coverage in many cases.
Need help on this in person?
Roof Maintenance + Annual Service →
We do this work across CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, and VT. Photo-documented assessment, written quote, lifetime workmanship warranty.
Next step
Get an honest written quote.
Photo-documented assessment. Itemized quote. We’ll tell you if repair makes more sense than replacement.
Cost Guide · Maintenance
$400/year in maintenance extends a roof by 8-12 years.
Annual roof maintenance is the cheapest roofing work you’ll ever buy. $295-$650 per year extends roof service life by 8-12 years on average — moving a $22,000 replacement from year 22 to year 32, while preventing $4,000-$25,000 in unmanaged-leak interior damage along the way.