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Colonial-era homes
Steep pitches, dormers and center chimneys on the Point and Historic Hill.
Residential roofing · Newport, Rhode Island
Roofing in Newport, RI, from the Point to Ocean Drive.
Roof replacement, repair, skylights and storm damage repair for Newport homes, from colonial houses on the Point to homes along the shore. Answer five quick questions to request a free quote.
- RI Licensed #20431
- CT HIC #HIC.0705172
- Residential only
- A sister company of Fence Pros Direct
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Roofing in Newport
Newport Roofs: Old Houses, Historic Districts and Ocean Weather
Newport has one of the largest collections of colonial-era houses in the country. Neighborhoods like the Point and Historic Hill are packed with wood-framed homes from the 1700s and 1800s, many with steep roofs, dormers and big center chimneys.
Much of the city is in local historic districts, and exterior changes there, including roofing materials, can need approval from the Newport Historic District Commission. Before any work starts, check with the city about what applies to your address.
Then there’s the weather. Newport sits at the south end of Aquidneck Island, with the Atlantic on one side and Narragansett Bay on the other. Homes near the harbor, Ocean Drive and the shore catch wind and salt air that wear out shingle edges, ridge caps and flashing faster than inland roofs.
Between the historic neighborhoods, the Fifth Ward and the North End have plenty of multi-family houses, capes and newer homes that need straightforward replacements and repairs.
Photos on this page are illustrations, not specific Newport homes or our projects.
Local roof problems
What We Watch For on Newport Roofs
Every roof is different, but these come up again and again in Newport.
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Historic district rules
Material choices may need approval before a re-roof in local historic districts.
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Ocean exposure
Wind and salt air near the harbor and Ocean Drive.
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Multi-family houses
Older two- and three-family homes with several layers of roofing.
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Newport roofing FAQ
Roofing Questions from Newport Homeowners
Don’t see your question? Request a free quote and ask us. Or call 401-552-4845.
My house is in a historic district. Can you still replace the roof?
Often, yes. Check with the city about what the Historic District Commission requires for your address, and we’ll work with the materials and details that are approved.
My house lost shingles in a storm. What should I do?
If water is coming in, cover what you safely can from inside and keep photos of the damage. Then request a quote and tell us it’s storm damage. We’ll look at the roof and give you our own estimate, which you can share with your insurance company. We’re roofers, not public adjusters.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Newport?
A full roof replacement usually needs a building permit in Rhode Island, and Newport is no exception. Ask us about your address when you request a quote.
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