Your Roofing Questions Answered, Scranton.

Most residential roof installations in Northeast Pennsylvania take a single day. NJB Construction and Roofing regularly completes full roof replacements in one day, weather permitting. Larger or more complex roofs may require two days. We schedule jobs so your home is fully protected before we leave the site each evening.

Architectural asphalt shingles are the most practical choice for NEPA homes. They handle freeze-thaw cycles well, carry strong snow load ratings, and last 25 to 30 years with proper installation. Impact-resistant shingles are also worth considering given the region's hail and ice storm exposure. We walk you through the right option for your home and budget.

If your roof is under 15 years old and the damage is isolated to a small area, a repair is usually the right call. If shingles are curling or buckling across large sections, if there are multiple leak points, or if the roof is approaching 20 or more years, replacement is likely more cost-effective. We'll give you an honest assessment at no charge.

Yes. NJB Construction and Roofing crews are sized and scheduled specifically to complete most full roof replacements in a single day. We strip the old roof, install new underlayment, lay the shingles, flash all penetrations, and clean up the same day. You won't be left with a half-finished roof overnight in most cases.

Every new roof installation from NJB Construction and Roofing comes with a workmanship warranty covering our labor, plus the manufacturer's material warranty on the shingles themselves. Manufacturer warranties typically range from 25 years to lifetime coverage depending on the product. We'll explain the specific terms for your chosen materials during the estimate.

The cost of a new roof in Scranton, PA depends on square footage, pitch, material selection, and the condition of your existing deck. A free estimate from NJB Construction and Roofing is the only way to get a number that actually applies to your home. We don't do ballpark quotes over the phone because they're rarely accurate.

Our crew typically arrives early morning, sets up protective tarps around the perimeter, and begins tear-off immediately. You'll hear noise throughout the day. Vehicles will be in the driveway. By end of day, the new roof is installed, debris is removed, and we run a magnet sweep for nails. We walk you through the finished work before we leave.

We lay plywood and tarps along the drip edge and around shrubs and garden beds before tear-off begins. Debris falls onto protected surfaces, not into your landscaping. At the end of the job, we collect all material and run a magnetic nail sweep across the lawn and beds. We treat your property the same way we'd treat our own.

After a hard NEPA winter, look for missing or lifted shingles, cracked or displaced flashing around chimneys and vents, granule loss in gutters, and interior water stains on ceilings or walls. Ice dam damage often shows up as lifted shingles along the eaves. If you see any of these, get a professional inspection before the next freeze cycle.

Ice dams form when heat escaping through the attic melts snow on the upper roof, and that water refreezes at the cold eaves. The ice builds up and forces water back under the shingles. Yes, they can cause significant damage. NJB Construction and Roofing addresses ice dam damage with proper repair and can advise on ventilation improvements to reduce recurrence.

Storm damage does not automatically mean a full replacement. Isolated damage to a section of shingles, flashing, or a specific penetration point is repairable in most cases. A full replacement becomes necessary when the damage is widespread or the structural deck is compromised. We inspect and give you the honest answer, not the more profitable one.

For emergency roof repairs in Scranton, NJB Construction and Roofing responds as quickly as possible with a local crew that knows the area. We prioritize jobs where weather is actively getting in and can often provide temporary weatherproofing the same day. Call us directly at 570-955-9808 and we'll get someone out as soon as conditions allow.

Seamless gutters are cut on-site to the exact length of each run, eliminating the seam joints where sectional gutters leak. In Northeast Pennsylvania, where freeze-thaw cycles expand and contract every joint, seamless gutters hold up far better. They also shed ice more predictably and require less maintenance over time than traditional sectional systems.

Seamless aluminum gutters typically last 20 years or more in NEPA, but harsh winters accelerate wear. Watch for sagging sections, visible separation at corners, peeling paint on fascia boards, or water pooling at the foundation. If your gutters are pulling away from the house or leaking at multiple points, replacement is usually more cost-effective than ongoing repairs.

Yes. NJB Construction and Roofing holds PA Home Improvement Contractor license number 135448, Scranton Contractor Number 9515, and a Master Carpenter's License. We carry full general liability and workers' compensation insurance. You can and should ask any contractor for documentation before work begins. We'll provide ours without hesitation.

NJB Construction and Roofing offers a full range of residential construction services including home additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, deck construction, and concrete work. We're a licensed general contractor, which means we handle the project from planning through completion rather than subcontracting the work out to crews you've never met.

We come to your property, assess the scope of work, and give you a written estimate at no cost and no obligation. There's no sales pressure. We explain what we found, what we recommend, and what it costs. You can request an estimate by calling 570-955-9808 or using the Contact page. Most estimates are scheduled within a few business days.

NJB Construction and Roofing serves homeowners across six counties in Northeast Pennsylvania: Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Wayne, and Susquehanna Counties. Scranton is our home base, but our crews travel throughout the region. If you're unsure whether your address falls in our service area, just give us a call and we'll confirm.

NJB Construction and Roofing was founded in 2002, giving us 25-plus years of hands-on experience across NEPA. The business has grown to include second-generation family involvement, which means the same values and attention to craftsmanship that built our reputation are still driving every job we take on today.

Before signing, ask for proof of PA licensure and insurance, a written itemized estimate, the specific materials being used, the expected project timeline, and the terms of both the workmanship and manufacturer warranty. NJB Construction and Roofing provides all of this upfront. If a contractor hesitates on any of these, that's your answer right there.