Roofing Contractor in Newark, NJ
New roof installation, replacement and repair for homes and businesses across Newark and northern New Jersey — licensed, insured, and built on nearly two decades of hands-on experience.
Your roof is the single most important system protecting your property. W&S General Construction LLC has installed and repaired hundreds of roofs across Newark and the surrounding NJ area — from full replacements after storm damage to targeted repairs that stop a leak before it spreads. Every job starts with an honest, free inspection.
Roof Replacement
Complete replacement of aging or storm-damaged roofs with asphalt shingle or metal systems.
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Leak diagnosis, flashing repair, and targeted fixes for isolated storm or wear damage.
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Full installation on new construction or homes ready for a full system upgrade.
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Roofing for single-family homes, multi-family properties, and small commercial buildings.
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Roofing questions, answered
Roof replacement costs in New Jersey typically range from about $8,000 to $20,000+, depending on the size and pitch of the roof, the material used (asphalt shingle vs. metal), and whether the old roofing needs to be torn off and disposed of. Labor and disposal fees in northern New Jersey, including Essex County, tend to run above the statewide average.
W&S General Construction LLC provides free, no-obligation estimates for roof replacement in Newark and the surrounding NJ area — call (973) 536-5505 and we'll walk your roof and give you an accurate number, not a guess.
Common warning signs include missing, curling or cracked shingles, granules collecting in the gutters, daylight visible through the attic roof boards, sagging sections, and leaks that keep coming back after repairs. A roof older than 20 years showing any of these signs is usually more cost-effective to replace than to keep patching.
If you're seeing any of these signs on a home in Newark or nearby, W&S General Construction LLC offers free roof inspections — we'll tell you honestly whether a repair is enough or replacement makes more sense.
A roof repair fixes a specific, localized problem — a leak, damaged flashing, or a small section of missing shingles. A roof replacement removes the entire roofing system down to the deck and installs new materials. Repair makes sense when damage is limited and the roof still has useful life left; replacement is the better investment when damage is widespread or the roof is near the end of its lifespan.
W&S General Construction LLC always inspects before recommending anything — we're licensed and insured (NJ HIC #13VH10056800) and only suggest a full replacement when it's genuinely the more cost-effective option for your home.
In New Jersey, contractors performing home improvement work — including roofing — must be registered with the state as a Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) and carry liability insurance. You can verify a contractor's HIC number with the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs before signing any contract.
W&S General Construction LLC is fully licensed and insured under NJ HIC #13VH10056800 — the number is on every estimate we provide.
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