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Yes. The GAF Golden Pledge is available on Lexington installations and provides 25-year coverage of both materials and workmanship — the most comprehensive roofing warranty available in the industry. It is only issued by GAF Master Elite certified contractors, and Master Roofers holds that certification. Ask specifically for Golden Pledge coverage at your free estimate.

Lexington jobs are subject to our full Zero Defect protocol: a pre-installation moisture scan of the existing deck, an in-progress shingle lay audit by a field supervisor, and a post-installation drone inspection with full photo documentation delivered to the homeowner the same day. We have never had a warranty claim on a Lexington installation —…

Yes. We serve all Waltham neighborhoods including the Watch City District, Northeast Waltham, South Waltham, and all areas in ZIP codes 02451, 02452, and 02453. The Watch City District’s mix of historic commercial buildings and residential properties represents some of our most interesting urban roofing work in the Greater Boston area.

Waltham’s post-war housing stock commonly presents with: skip sheathing (spaced boards rather than solid decking) that must be overlaid before new shingles, original metal flashing that has corroded through at chimney and sidewall intersections, and blocked or absent attic ventilation that has accelerated shingle deterioration from the inside. Master Roofers addresses all three conditions as…

Yes. For Waltham homeowners interested in the energy performance of their roof system, we offer a comparison of cool-roof shingles (which reflect solar heat and can reduce attic temperatures by 20–30°F) against standard options at your free estimate. We also assess existing attic insulation levels and can recommend insulation upgrades that work in combination with…

Watertown’s denser neighborhoods near Arsenal Yards and Watertown Square require careful equipment planning. We use compact trailers where needed, coordinate with the City of Watertown for temporary no-parking permits when street staging is required, and use hand-loaded dumpster systems on properties where truck access is impossible. Urban roofing logistics are a core competency for our…

We pull all required Watertown building permits before beginning any project. Watertown’s permit process typically takes 3 to 5 business days for standard residential work. Permit fees are included in your written estimate — they’re not added at the end as a surprise. We schedule and pass all required inspections and provide you with the…

Yes. We know Watertown’s growing young homeowner demographic expects more than a paper estimate and a handshake. Master Roofers provides digital estimates via email, photo documentation of all inspected areas, and a customer portal where you can track project milestones, access your warranty documents, and message your project manager directly. We also accept digital payment.

Yes. Our 10-year workmanship warranty is fully transferable to a new homeowner if the property is sold during the warranty period. The shingle manufacturer’s warranty is also transferable (though some manufacturers charge a small transfer fee). In Belmont’s competitive real estate market, a transferable roof warranty is a genuine selling point that buyers and their…

Roof replacement in Belmont typically ranges from $11,000 to $24,000 for single-family homes, reflecting the larger footprints and more complex rooflines common in the town. Premium material selections — synthetic slate, metal, or copper accent elements — can push total project cost higher. Master Roofers provides fully itemized free estimates and will show you multiple…