Roof replacement means stripping a roof down to the deck (or in some cases overlaying it, though tear-off is usually the better long-term choice), fixing any rotted sheathing, installing new underlayment and flashing, and laying new shingles, metal, or another finish material. It's a bigger job than a repair or a re-roof patch, and in a Hartford winter, getting the underlayment, ice-and-water shield along eaves and valleys, and ventilation right matters as much as the shingle brand you pick. We've got 53 companies doing this work across the area, ranging from small crews that focus on asphalt shingle jobs to larger outfits that also handle slate, metal, and flat commercial roofing common on older Hartford triple-deckers and downtown buildings.
When you're comparing contractors, look past the sales pitch and check for a current Connecticut home improvement contractor registration, proof of liability and workers' comp insurance, manufacturer certifications (which usually unlock better warranties), and a written estimate that spells out tear-off, decking repair costs, underlayment, flashing, and ventilation, not just "shingles and labor." Ask how they handle unexpected wood rot once the old roof comes off, since that's the most common source of surprise charges.
Our scoring weighs licensing and insurance, verified customer feedback, warranty terms, and responsiveness, so you can compare contractors on more than star ratings alone. See the full breakdown in our methodology, or jump straight to the ranked list of Hartford roofing contractors to see how these 53 companies stack up.
