Somerville's triple-deckers and two-families pack tight lots from Union Square to Teele Square, and their low-slope roofs take a beating from ice dams and flashing leaks every winter. If you own one of these buildings in 02145, you already know the drill: a small leak at the chimney or a lifted seam after a nor'easter can turn into a ceiling stain fast.
That's why homeowners and property managers around Somerville call Boston Metal Roofing. We've worked on roofs near Foss Park and along the Somerville Community Path, and we understand the mix of old wood-frame buildings and newer in-fill that makes this city unique.
Metal Roofing in Somerville (02145)
Somerville sits on a glacial-till peninsula with granite ledge close to the surface, and many of its 1890s-1920s triple-deckers and two-families have low-slope or shallow-pitch roofs that were never designed for today's snow loads and freeze-thaw cycles. Tight lots mean limited access for staging materials, and mature maples, oaks, and white pines drop limbs and debris that clog gutters and stress fasteners. Salt air from the harbor and humid summers corrode flashing and screws, while nor'easters drive rain sideways under shingles and into seams. Ice dams at the eaves are routine on high-elevation homes, and summer thunderstorms occasionally bring hail. We see standing seam on low-slope triple-deckers, copper on bay windows and porch roofs, metal shingles on Capes, and exposed-fastener panels on outbuildings. Our team knows how to work around bay windows, chimney stacks, and the tight property lines that define Somerville.
We've served Somerville and the greater Boston area for years, handling everything from small leak repairs to full standing seam installations. We're fully insured with general liability and workers' compensation, so you're protected.
Our services in Somerville
- Metal Roof Installation in Somerville · Complete metal roof installation for homes across Boston and the North and…
- Standing Seam Metal Roofing in Somerville · Concealed-fastener standing seam systems, the premium choice for Boston homes.
- Metal Roof Replacement in Somerville · Full tear-off and replacement of worn shingle…
- Metal Roof Over Shingles (Retrofit) in Somerville · A new metal roof installed directly over your existing asphalt shingles…
- Metal Roof Repair in Somerville · Repair of damaged, loose or storm-hit metal roofing…
- Metal Roof Leak Repair in Somerville · Priority leak response for metal roofs…
- Screw Replacement & Re-Fastening in Somerville · Boston's freeze-thaw cycles and salty air expand…
- Corrugated & Ribbed Panel Roofing in Somerville · Exposed-fastener metal roofing (corrugated, R-panel and 5V)…
- Metal Shingle Roofing in Somerville · Metal shingles that deliver the look of architectural shingles…
- Stone-Coated Steel Roofing in Somerville · Stone-coated steel systems combining steel strength with a textured traditional…
- Copper & Specialty Metal Roofing in Somerville · Copper, zinc and aluminum roofing for bay windows, cupolas…
- Metal Roof Coating & Painting in Somerville · Restoration of faded, chalking or surface-rusted metal roofs: surface prep…
- Flashing, Chimney & Skylight Repair in Somerville · Repair and custom fabrication of flashing around chimneys, skylights, valleys…
- Snow Guards & Ice Protection in Somerville · Snow guards and rail systems for metal roofs: essential in Boston…
- Storm & Wind Damage Repair in Somerville · Repair of hail, wind and nor'easter storm damage to metal roofing…
- Metal Roof Inspection in Somerville · Complete metal roof inspections for homeowners…
- Gutters for Metal Roofs in Somerville · Seamless gutter systems sized and mounted correctly for metal roofing…
- Commercial & Agricultural Metal Roofing in Somerville · Metal roofing for barns, workshops, churches…
How a Job Works in Somerville
Step 1: Call us at (857) 465-5405 or request a free on-site assessment. We'll inspect your roof, check for active leaks, failed fasteners, and flashing gaps, and discuss your options, whether it's a repair or a full replacement.
Step 2: Once you approve the estimate, we schedule the work. In Somerville, that often means coordinating with the city for permits (requirements vary, so we always check with the building department) and planning for tight lot access. We protect your landscaping and keep the site secure.
Step 3: After installation, we clean up thoroughly and walk the property with you to make sure everything meets your expectations. We leave your property clean and your roof ready for whatever New England weather brings.
Pricing in Somerville depends on the size and complexity of your roof, access, condition, and urgency. As a ballpark, metal roof installation starts at $8 per square foot, standing seam at $10, metal roof replacement at $9, and retrofit over shingles at $7. Repairs start at $450, screw replacement at $750, and coating at $2.50 per square foot. Flashing and chimney repairs start at $600, and snow guards at $1,200. For a free estimate tailored to your property, call (857) 465-5405.
