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Living overseas, it came as a shock when our property manager e-mailed us saying that our house in Virginia needed a new roof immediately. We were bewildered trying to identify trustworthy and professional contractors, and our property manager suggested Pond Roofing. We checked out the references and made contact with a representative. She was immediately ready to help and directed us to a website which allowed us to visualize the many color and tile choices available. We wanted the best materials and workmanship available so that our new roof would last for the rest of our lives. Pond provided cost estimates for many different materials and options. Once we chose a plan that was right for us, Pond started and finished the work quickly and expertly. The new roof, new gutters and good workmanship impressed quite a few neighbors who requested the name of the company who did the work. I have never written a testimonial about a company before, and I generally don’t believe the testimonials that I see on websites, but I would be happy to tell you individually what a great pleasure it was to work with Pond and how satisfied we are with their professionalism.

Mr. and Mrs. D. Thompson

Since Pond Roofing finished, I have been up on my roof several times. I am very pleased at what a thorough and very careful job was done – not just the shingling but the replacement sheathing, fitting of the drip edges and flashing, vent covers, and so forth. I consider myself lucky and grateful to have gotten your crew. I say this as someone who has built one house from the foundation up with my own hands, and can tell the good from the slip-shod when I hire work done on my current home. The work crew made sure I got to see the old sheathing myself after the tear-off. The cleanup was excellent. I was pleasantly surprised as I was sort of expecting the worst. My house has a lot of bushes, vines and flowers right around it, and they were careful to put down tarps to protect the shrubbery and catch the stuff that fell during the tear-off. I have already recommended you to my boss, and I’ve made sure to pass along your flyers. Your company is well thought of and has a good track record.

E. Linnell

I trust Pond Roofing above all other roofing companies for quality and dependability.

P. Uchello

Office manager is very professional. The staff worked very hard and seemed to work well together. Your supervisor was professional and instilled confidence. He was “just great.” A very good job. We have had two sets of neighbors stop by and ask who did the work. We gave you good marks

A. Maish

Workmanship excellent, staff terrific, did fantastic clean up and took great care not to damage landscaping. Great people.

P. Renault

Are Those Trees too Close to Your House?

Posted on July 31, 2020 by PondRoofing

There are many benefits of planting trees around your home. Not only do they look nice, but they can also provide your dwelling with shade (which saves you money on your energy bill). However, you may come to find that a tree is entirely too close to your home. If you don’t do anything about

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Follow These Holiday Decorating Safety Tips

Posted on October 17, 2018 by PondRoofing

With summer in the past and cool weather moving into the area, it won’t be long before you set your sights on the holiday season. For many people, this time of the year means one thing: decorating every last square inch of their home (inside and out). While this can be a lot of fun,

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How to Stay Cool When Working Outdoors This Summer

Posted on July 5, 2018 by PondRoofing

You wait all winter long for the weather to change, as this allows you to spend more time in the great outdoors. And then something happens: you realize that the heat is too much for you to handle. While this may hold true at times, it doesn’t change the fact that you still need to

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Try These Tips for Preventing Carpenter Bees

Posted on June 13, 2018 by PondRoofing

Depending on the material used on the exterior of your home, there’s a chance that carpenter bees could become a problem for you at some point in the future. While dealing with these insects is a pain the neck, there are some simple steps you can take to eliminate the problem once and for all.

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Follow these Ladder Safety Tips this Spring

Posted on May 8, 2018 by PondRoofing

Do you have reason to believe you may find yourself on a ladder this spring? Are you concerned about your safety, or of the thinking that nothing bad could ever happen to you? There are many projects that call for a ladder, from those associated with your roof to painting the exterior of your home

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Snow Shoveling Tips: Don’t Forget About These

Posted on February 2, 2018 by PondRoofing

Shoveling snow is a way of life for many people during the winter months. While this may not be the most exciting thing you do during this time of the year, it’s a task that you must take on every now and again. If you find yourself buried in snow and holding your shovel, here

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Avoid These Home Disasters This Holiday Season

Posted on November 22, 2017 by PondRoofing

The holiday season can be one of the most exciting times of the year. Unfortunately, your excitement can turn sour soon enough if a disaster strikes your home. While you can only do so much to protect yourself and your home, you should still do your best to remain safe at all times. Here are

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How to Use Salt to Eliminate Snow and Ice

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Pond1920

During the winter months, snow and ice accumulation around your home is very common. From your front walk to your driveway, you will find yourself tackling this problem time and time again. Many people believe that more salt is the cure for snow and ice build up. While this can help eliminate some of your

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WINTER HAS ARRIVED: FROZEN PIPES

Posted on February 5, 2016 by Pond1920

It looks like winter has finally hit us, and in order to avoid frozen pipes, take the following precautions: Turn your outside faucets off from inside valves. Remove all hoses from the outside faucets and drain any remaining water from the faucet. Check around the house for other unheated water lines. When the weather is

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CHRISTMAS LIGHT SAFETY

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Pond1920

Don’t flip the switch to show off your dazzling Christmas lights before you take a quick look at these safety tips. Don’t cut corners — you are risking damage to your family, roof and house. Before hanging the first light, check them carefully for cracked cords, frayed ends or loose connections. A combination of shorts

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