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Very well done and completed on time. Very good task masters. They did an excellent job – better than the original. We appreciate your detailed, accurate estimate. It made filing our claim with USAA much easier. We also feel your estimate was very fair.

Mr. Summerford

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

P. Uchello

I am thrilled with the way my new roof looks. I would like to compliment the roofer and helper who did the work. They appeared to know their business well, and were pleasant, helpful in answering questions, neat and meticulous in the work done. The gentlemen who led the work effort apparently was experienced and knowledgeable. It certainly is a pleasure doing business with you.

S. Behn

Your company just completed a roofing job on our home in Herndon, Virginia. We don’t have a habit of writing letters to contractors that we have dealt with over the years, but we decided to make an exception. We would like very much to express our sincere appreciation of the quality workmanship of the roofing job completed on our house. Your people both in the office and in the field acted in a most professional manner. It was a real pleasure to have a quality and timely job completed. In the past, we have had to have contractors return to finish the job properly. This contract was an exception and we are very satisfied customers. Again, thank you and your staff for a very rewarding experience. We will tell our neighbors and friends about the professional work of the Pond Roofing Company, and how nice it was to deal with people who are interested in doing a quality job

Mr. and Mrs. Muscaro

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

NAILING SHINGLES

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Betsy Pond

With the robust winds of spring clearly upon us, we have received several inquiries from customers regarding the issue of using nails versus staples in fastening asphalt shingles on your roof. Most manufacturers recommend against using staples to fasten asphalt shingles. We also receive a lot of inquiries as to how many nails should be

Posted in Roof care, Safety home improvement, roofing, roof repair, working on a roof, nail shingles

UNDERSTANDING CONTRACTOR CREDENTIALS

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Betsy Pond

Before hiring a contractor to replace your roof, siding, windows or doors, the most important part of decision-making should be made after vetting any contractor you are considering hiring. Legitimate contractors pay a great deal of money to be in compliance with the governing state code and the corresponding insurance requirements. It makes it very

Posted in Contractors, Home safety home improvement, replacement windows, roof repair, working on a roof, roof care, Contractor Credentials

Snow Removal From Roofs

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Patrick

It’s that time of year when we give attention to the probability of getting snow- storms such as the ones we’ve had in recent years. We wanted to give you the following guidelines recommended by the National Roofing Contractors Association for removing snow and ice from your roof. Because of safety issues, NRCA does not

Posted in Home safety, Winterizing your Home home improvement, working on a roof, Angie's List best of service, roof care, snow on roof, snow removal from roofs

ROOF STAINS AND STREAKS (ALGAE)

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Patrick

al.gae: (Gloeocapsa magma) A blue-green plant that leaves black mold-like stains and streaks on roofs commonly found in climates with warm, humid summers. Undoubtedly you have noticed a lot of roofs in our neighborhoods that have black streaks. And judging from the number of customers who call to find about what can be done about

Posted in Roof care, Safety home improvement, winter home tips, roof repair, working on a roof, cleaning stains on roofs, roof care

Ladder Safety

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Patrick

Seasons Greetings! This great safety advice comes to us from the National Roofing Contractors Association: Before setting up a ladder, inspect it for defects. Make sure the latches on extension ladders are secured before climbing. Never use a ladder with split or missing rungs. Never use a ladder with grcase, oil, or any other slippery

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