Roof Repair in Sewaren, NJ

Roofing in Sewaren

Sewaren is a small waterfront section of Woodbridge Township, tucked beside Port Reading on the Arthur Kill. It has some of the older housing in the township, with homes on tree-lined streets near the water, plus a marina and waterfront land.

Older homes near the water

Two things combine here: older houses, and constant exposure to wind and damp air off the water. On those homes, roofers commonly find:

• Chimney flashing that's been patched with tar rather than replaced
• Multiple layers of old shingles that need stripping before a new roof
• Wind-lifted shingles on the side facing the water
• Rusted or loose metal flashing and drip edge
• Attics with little ventilation, leading to condensation and ice dams

Before you replace

With an older house, plan for surprises under the shingles. Ask how the contractor will handle any rotted boards they find once the old roof is off, and get it in writing. And make sure the new roof includes proper ventilation - our guide to roofs on older Rahway homes explains why it matters.