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Roof Replacement · Cranford, Union County

Roof Replacement in Cranford, NJ

A Cranford home from the 1900s through 1950s has likely been reroofed several times, and if the last roof was installed over an earlier layer or is more than a couple of decades old, replacement is probably due. Done properly, it removes every layer, repairs the plank deck, rebuilds every flashing detail and adds the ventilation these homes rarely have.

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Roofer rolling out synthetic underlayment over new decking before shingles go on

We install architectural asphalt shingles on Cranford's colonials, capes, bungalows and Dutch colonials, and single-ply membrane on flat porch roofs, rear additions and downtown commercial buildings. Many houses have both, and we handle the transitions between sloped and flat sections as part of a single plan.

We plan each job for the lot: protecting landscaping and driveways, controlling debris during tear-off and keeping the deck covered promptly. Modest Cranford lots with houses close together are routine for us, and we walk the site with you beforehand so you know where materials will be staged and how access will work.

Winter roof replacement on a blue split-level home
Asset crew at work. Photos are from our jobs across North New Jersey.

When replacement is the right call in Cranford

Replacement is warranted when shingles are curling, cracking or bald, when there are multiple layers, when leaks appear in several places or when the roof is simply at the end of its service life. Coordinate chimney work, gutters and skylights with the roof so new work is not disturbed later.

Ask any contractor for specifics: tear-off, ice and water protection extent, flashing plan, ventilation and how deck repairs are handled. Those details determine the lifespan of the roof more than the shingle brand.

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Cranford Specifics

Roof problems we see in Cranford

Layered roofs over plank decking

Multiple layers over board sheathing are standard on pre-war homes. Full tear-off exposes split and rotted boards near eaves and chimneys, which we repair or overlay so the new roof is nailed into solid wood.

Gambrel and bungalow geometry

Dutch colonial gambrels and low-pitched bungalow roofs need the right material and underlayment for each slope. We extend ice protection on low pitches, use membrane below the minimum shingle pitch and detail the transitions between them.

Flat-to-slope junctions

Porch and addition roofs meeting the main roof are chronic leak points when done badly. We run the membrane up under the shingles and flash the wall properly so water from the slope cannot get behind the flat section.

Ventilation in finished attics

Finished attics and capes with knee walls lack airflow at the deck. We add intake and exhaust during replacement to extend shingle life, control moisture and reduce ice dams on the shaded side of the house.

Downtown flat roofs

Mixed-use buildings downtown have drains, parapets and rooftop equipment. We replace with single-ply membrane, correct ponding with tapered insulation and flash every penetration and parapet so the new roof drains and stays dry.

Our Work

Roof Replacement: how our crews work

Real Asset jobs across North New Jersey. We serve Cranford and every town in Union County.

New architectural asphalt shingles being installed course by course
Completed roof replacement on a single-story New Jersey home
Roof tear-off under way with an Asset Roofing & Chimney yard sign out front
New decking and underlayment going on a hip roof

Special Offers

Offers for Cranford homeowners

Roofing $1,000 Off

$1,000 Off Your First Roof Replacement

New customers save $1,000 on a complete roof replacement, shingle or flat. Includes tear-off, new underlayment, flashing and a full clean-up, with the price in writing before we start.

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Mention code NEWROOF1000 Expires Dec 31, 2026 New customers only. Applies to full roof replacements. One offer per household. Cannot be combined with other offers. Must be mentioned before the estimate is signed. Valid for new contracts in our North New Jersey service area.
Roofing & Chimney 10% Off

Veterans, Active Military & First Responders: 10% Off

Thank you for your service. Veterans, active-duty military, police, firefighters and EMS receive 10% off any roofing or chimney job, repair or replacement.

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Mention code SERVICE10 No expiration Valid ID or proof of service required. Discount up to $1,500 per project. One offer per household. Cannot be combined with other offers. Must be mentioned before the estimate is signed. Valid for new contracts in our North New Jersey service area.

FAQ

Roof Replacement in Cranford: your questions

Do you tear off or roof over?

We tear off every layer. Roofing over hides deck damage, prevents proper flashing and shortens the new roof's life. Cranford's older homes nearly always need some deck work once exposed, and it cannot be done through old shingles.

What material is right for a low-pitched bungalow roof?

It depends on the actual pitch. Moderate slopes take shingles with extended ice and water protection. Sections below the minimum pitch for shingles get membrane. Many bungalows need both, with the transition detailed so the systems work together. We measure and recommend accordingly.

Can you replace the porch roof at the same time as the main roof?

Yes, and doing so is the best way to get the junction between them right. Membrane goes on the flat or low-slope porch, shingles on the main roof, and the transition and wall flashing are built new so water from the slope cannot get behind the porch roof.

Will you look at the chimney before the roof goes on?

Yes. A cracked crown, open joints or loose brick should be addressed before or during the roof work. It is simpler then, and a chimney taking on water will stain ceilings no matter how good the new roof is. We give you one coordinated plan for roof and chimney.

Nearby

Roof Replacement near Cranford

We serve every town in Union County. Nearby towns with their own roof replacement page are linked.

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