Roofing Contractor in Wheaton, Maryland

Wheaton is largely a post-war neighbourhood: brick ramblers, cape cods and split-levels laid out along Georgia Avenue and Veirs Mill Road, with newer townhome development closer to the metro. Most of these roofs are simpler than what we see in Bethesda or Potomac, which usually means a cleaner replacement — provided the underlying issues get addressed.

On Wheaton ramblers and split-levels the recurring problems are inadequate attic ventilation, original flashing that was left in place through earlier re-roofs, and additions with low-slope sections tied into the main roof. Split-levels in particular have a stepped roof geometry where the upper roof drains onto the lower one, and that transition needs proper detailing to stay dry.

Storm damage here is typically thunderstorm wind — lifted and creased shingles along ridge lines and at exposed edges — plus hail in severe cells and debris from the older street trees along the residential grid. We photograph the roof with a drone and show you exactly what we found before recommending anything.