Roofing, Gutters & More in Ellsworth
Ellsworth Roofing & Maintenance handles every roofing job from a single-shingle repair to a full commercial re-roof. Here's what we do in Ellsworth.
Roof Replacement
Full roof replacement starts with a complete tear-off down to the deck. We inspect every board for rot or soft spots. In Ellsworth, we find decking damage on about 30% of tear-offs. Damaged sections get replaced with CDX plywood before anything else goes on. Then we build up: ice and water shield in valleys and at eaves, synthetic underlayment across the full deck, new drip edge on every edge, starter strip, field shingles, hip and ridge caps, and ridge vent. Dumpster, permits, and cleanup included.
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We repair asphalt shingle, metal, flat membrane, and tile roofs. Our trucks carry common repair materials so most fixes happen same-visit. Shingle repairs, flashing replacement, pipe boot swaps, ridge cap fixes, valley re-flashing. All routine for our Ellsworth crews.
Get a Free Quote →Storm Damage Repair
Not all storm damage qualifies for a full replacement. Hail might only damage one slope. Wind might only lift shingles on the windward side. We document exactly what's damaged and let the insurance company make the call. Honest documentation gets claims approved. Inflated claims get denied.
Get a Free Quote →New Roof Installation
Proper ventilation is the most overlooked element in new roof installation. We calculate intake and exhaust per IRC R806 based on attic square footage. Balanced ventilation. Soffit intake matched to ridge exhaust. Keeps your attic cooler in summer and drier in winter. That extends roof life and cuts your energy bill.
Get a Free Quote →Metal Roofing
Standing seam metal is the longest-lasting residential roofing material you can install. 40-60 year lifespan, virtually zero maintenance, and it sheds hail and debris better than any shingle. Our Ellsworth metal crews install residential and commercial standing seam, corrugated, and metal shingle profiles.
Get a Free Quote →Shingle Roofing
Shingle color matters more than you think. Dark shingles absorb heat. Great for cold Maine winters, harder on cooling bills in summer. Lighter colors reflect heat. Algae-resistant granules prevent black streaking. We bring shingle samples to your Ellsworth home so you can see them against your siding and trim.
Get a Free Quote →Flat Roofing
PVC membrane for Ellsworth restaurants, commercial kitchens, and facilities with rooftop grease exhaust or chemical exposure. PVC resists oils and animal fats that destroy TPO and EPDM membranes. We install IB Roof Systems and Duro-Last PVC with factory-fabricated accessories for watertight penetration details. Built-up roofing (BUR) uses 3 or 4 plies of fiberglass felt in hot asphalt with a gravel or cap sheet surface. Oldest proven flat roof system, with 30+ year service life in Maine. We still install BUR when the application calls for it.
Get a Free Quote →Commercial Roofing
For commercial kitchens and restaurants in Ellsworth, PVC membrane is the only option that resists animal fat and chemical exposure from rooftop grease exhaust. We install IB Roof Systems and Duro-Last PVC with heat-welded seams and custom accessories. Modified bitumen with SBS or APP polymer-modified asphalt for high-traffic commercial roofs. Two-ply systems with 20-year NDL (No Dollar Limit) warranties from Johns Manville or Firestone.
Get a Free Quote →Gutter Installation
Half-round copper gutters with round downspouts are the premium install for historic and high-end homes in Ellsworth. We solder every joint on-site with 50/50 tin-lead solder. Copper weathers to a green patina in Maine's climate over 5-7 years. For modern aluminum installs, we use Spectra Metals .027 gauge seamless stock in 25+ color options with Raytec hidden hangers rated to 25 lbs per linear foot of combined debris and ice load.
Get a Free Quote →Roof Inspection
Our 27-point residential roof inspection: (1) shingle condition and granule loss, (2) nail pops, (3) lifting tabs, (4) ridge cap integrity, (5) valley flashing, (6) step flashing at walls, (7) chimney flashing and counter-flashing, (8) drip edge condition, (9) pipe boot seals, (10) plumbing and HVAC vent integrity, (11) ridge vent function, (12) soffit ventilation, (13) gutter pitch and capacity, (14) downspout drainage, (15) fascia condition, (16) soffit condition, (17) ice dam evidence, (18) moss or algae growth, (19-27) attic: decking moisture, insulation displacement, rafter condition, bathroom exhaust routing, daylight penetration, ventilation balance, mold indicators, pest intrusion, previous repair evidence. Written report with annotated photos emailed same day.
Get a Free Quote →Emergency Roof Repair
Emergency protocol for active water intrusion: (1) interior containment. Buckets, plastic sheeting, water extraction if accessible, (2) exterior tarping with 20x30 heavy-duty poly sheeting over damaged area extending minimum 4 feet past damage on all sides, (3) secure with 2x4 nailer boards lag-screwed to the roof deck (not through shingles), (4) secondary tarp overlap for multi-section damage, (5) document with timestamped photos for insurance. Permanent repair scheduled within 48-72 hours once materials are sourced.
Get a Free Quote →Skylight Installation
VELUX FS (fixed) and VS (vented) skylights installed with EDL flashing kits for shingle roofs. The multi-step flashing integrates with the surrounding shingle courses per IRC R903.2. We frame the curb with doubled 2x8 or 2x10 lumber (depending on rafter depth), install ice and water shield membrane around the entire curb perimeter, then set the skylight with factory sealant before weaving step flashing into the field. Top headwall flashing tucks under the upslope shingle course. Bottom sill pan diverts water onto the downslope shingles. Zero exposed sealant joints. Mechanical flashing only.
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