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Excellent workmanship. Courteous and patient with my many questions. Excellent clean up. You were recommended to me 20 years ago. I keep coming back.

Dr. F. D’Aquila

FYI, please tell Minh’s manager that he did a great job. He was very helpful, very professional and very polite. He represents Pond Roofing very well! You guys have always done a great job for me and I sincerely appreciate it. I have recommended your company on several occasions and will continue to do so.

J. Loria

I am not an expert on roofs so I go to people who have served me well in the past and I can trust their reputation. Excellent workmanship. Staff was friendly, polite and professional.

C. Metzger

Excellent workmanship. We feel your employees did a good job and had a very good attitude – especially the young man who did the back flat roof and the final cleanup. As you know, I used you and your service once before – about 30 years ago.

E. Nagley

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

Holiday Decorating Safety Tips

Posted on November 20, 2020 by PondRoofing

With the holiday season in full swing, there’s a good chance you’re spending time decorating your home (and maybe even your office or place of employment). While this can be a lot of fun, you don’t want to take a risk with your safety, health, and well-being. Here are some tips that can keep you

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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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