FOUND ON INSPECTIONNail pops
Nails back out and lift the shingle. Water follows the nail into the deck.
"Haven was not only the best price, but the most detailed estimate which instilled confidence from the start."
"It was comforting to work with the owner of the company instead of a salesman… completed in exactly the time he predicted and for the cost quoted."
"The crew did a great job, cared about my property and cleaned up so you'd never know they were there… Pete even came to follow up and inspect afterwards."
Anyone can say they build to code. Here's every layer of a Haven roof, and how it compares with a typical install. Tap a number to see what each layer does.
Here's where most roofs cut corners, and what we do instead.
One of only three New Jersey roofers with both.
See the full standard →Anyone can say they build to code. Here's every layer of a Haven roof, and how it compares with a typical install. Tap a number to see what each layer does.
A self-sealing membrane at the eaves, where ice dams back water up. We run it from the eave to past your home’s warm wall, the line where the heated rooms begin. Depending on overhang and pitch, that’s 6, 9 or 12 ft.
Sized to your house for full ice-dam protection, not a fixed width.Here's where most roofs cut corners, and what we do instead.
One of only three New Jersey roofers with both.
See the full standard →Anyone can say they build to code. Here's every layer of a Haven roof, and how it compares with a typical install. Tap a number to see what each layer does.
A self-sealing membrane at the eaves, where ice dams back water up. We run it from the eave to past your home’s warm wall, the line where the heated rooms begin. Depending on overhang and pitch, that’s 6, 9 or 12 ft.
Sized to your house for full ice-dam protection, not a fixed width.Here's where most roofs cut corners, and what we do instead.
Other contractors: Shingle right over whatever wood is there.
Haven: We strip to the deck, inspect every sheet, and replace damaged wood with new CDX plywood before anything goes on top.
Other contractors: Often skipped, or reused.
Haven: New aluminum drip edge at every roof edge, so water drops into the gutter instead of rotting the fascia. FORTIFIED requires it.
Other contractors: A single strip at the eaves, if any.
Haven: CertainTeed WinterGuard at every eave (run past your warm wall), plus every valley, penetration and transition.
Other contractors: Cheap felt or tar paper.
Haven: CertainTeed RoofRunner synthetic underlayment over the rest of the deck.
Other contractors: Cut-up shingles, or none.
Haven: CertainTeed SwiftStart starter at every perimeter, so the first row seals down against wind.
Other contractors: Whatever is on the truck.
Haven: LumaNail ring-shank roofing nails. Ring-shank fasteners are part of the FORTIFIED standard for holding a roof in high wind.
Other contractors: Mixed brands and leftover stock.
Haven: One complete CertainTeed system, deck to ridge, so it qualifies for CertainTeed’s SureStart PLUS warranty.
Other contractors: Old flashing reused, or caulked over.
Haven: All-new step flashing at every wall and chimney. Custom metal and copper where the detail calls for it.
Other contractors: The old boots stay.
Haven: New pipe boot flashing at every penetration, flashed to CertainTeed’s specs. Ridge vent where the attic needs it.
Other contractors: Cut 3-tab pieces.
Haven: CertainTeed Shadow Ridge hip and ridge shingles.
Other contractors: A one-page quote.
Haven: A line-by-line scope of work with photos, and your warranty registered with CertainTeed.
One of only three New Jersey roofers with both.
See the full standard →These aren't normal. If you see one on your roof, have a Haven specialist take a look.
If yours looks like this, give us a call.
No kitchens, no bathrooms, no pavers. Just the outside of your house, from the roof down.
For deciding what to do next. One of our trained specialists looks, and you get the photos and a straight answer.
For when you need it in writing. A detailed findings report on every part of the roof.
Plus dozens more towns across Morris, Passaic, Bergen, Essex and Sussex counties. See them all
Pete started Haven in Pompton Plains and keeps it small on purpose. He draws the flashing details, checks the work, and you can always reach him.
Yes. If your roof has storm damage, we document it with photos, meet your adjuster on site and provide a detailed estimate. We’ll keep you updated through every step of the claim. (We don’t negotiate claims; only licensed public adjusters can.)
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