Roofing in Orleans, MA
Best Deal Home Group is a roofing contractor for homes in Orleans, MA, including Orleans Village, East Orleans and South Orleans. We do roof replacement and roof repair, and homeowners rate us 5.0 stars from 46 Google reviews. We serve Orleans and the rest of the Lower Cape from our office in Centerville.
5.0 stars from 46 Google reviews · Licensed and fully insured · Office in Centerville, MA · Free written estimates · A dedicated crew for each trade
Roofing for Orleans homes
Natural cedar and architectural asphalt roofs at the exposures Orleans's OKH exemption allows, with ice and water shield and new flashing for bay and ocean exposure.
Orleans is the gateway to the Outer Cape and part of it lies in the Old King's Highway Regional Historic District. Homes near Nauset and Pleasant Bay deal with strong wind and salt spray.
Orleans touches more water than almost any Cape town: Cape Cod Bay at Rock Harbor, the Atlantic at Nauset, and Pleasant Bay and Little Pleasant Bay on the south and east. Orleans makes up about 72 percent of the Pleasant Bay Area of Critical Environmental Concern, so many waterfront projects start with a conservation filing.
The Old King's Highway district covers only the part of Orleans north and west of Route 6, from the Brewster line to the rotary and then along the Eastham line to the bay. East Orleans, South Orleans and the Pleasant Bay and Nauset side are outside it, where a building permit and, near the water, a conservation filing are the main approvals.
Nearly half of Orleans homes are seasonal, and the median house dates to the late 1970s, so many are due for new roofs, decks and windows. On a second home we plan the work for when you are away and keep you updated with photos and video.
Approvals that can apply in Orleans
Old King's Highway Historic District Committee
Covers Orleans north and west of Route 6. Exterior changes visible from a public way need a certificate. In-kind shingle or clapboard replacement is maintenance. Exemption certificates cover natural cedar or approved-color asphalt roofs at up to 5 inch exposure, cedar or clapboard siding, gutters, storm windows and wood decks at the rear of single-family homes.
Orleans Historical Commission
Outside the historic district, a twelve month demolition delay applies to significant buildings, including those built in or before 1920 that are on or eligible for a historic register.
Conservation Commission
Any work in a wetland or within the 100 foot buffer zone, including sheds, fences and decks, needs prior approval under the state Act and the Orleans Wetlands Bylaw. Beaches, dunes, coastal banks and salt marshes are protected.
What homeowners say on Google
“Attention to detail was great. My husband is hard to please and he was more than satisfied with the stairs built down to our beach. New roof looks great. No mess was left behind.”
How we handle roofing
Your roof is the most critical part of your home. A failed roof doesn't just mean leaks. It means rot, mold, structural damage, and skyrocketing repair costs. We specialize in full roof replacements and targeted repairs for all roof types across Cape Cod.
What's Included
- Full tear-off and replacement
- Architectural & 3-tab shingles
- Ice & water shield installation
- Ridge ventilation systems
- Flashing repairs & replacements
- Gutter installation & cleaning
- Storm damage repair
- Free estimates, no obligation
Orleans Building Department
Town Hall, 19 School Road, Orleans, MA 02653
508-240-3700 ext. 2455
Pleasant Bay, Nauset Harbor, Town Cove, Rock Harbor, Cape Cod Bay, Atlantic Ocean
ZIP codes 02653, 02643, 02662
FAQ
Roofing in Orleans, MA: common questions
Do I need a permit for roofing in Orleans?
In Massachusetts a roof replacement needs a building permit, normally pulled by the contractor. In Orleans, permits go through the Orleans Building Department at Town Hall, 19 School Road, Orleans, MA 02653, 508-240-3700 ext. 2455. Exterior changes in Orleans can also need review by the Old King's Highway Historic District Committee, the Orleans Historical Commission and the Conservation Commission, depending on where the house sits, so it is worth checking before work is scheduled.
Can I get a quick OKH approval for a new roof in Orleans?
Often, yes. The Orleans OKH committee issues certificates of exemption for natural cedar shingle roofs and asphalt shingle roofs in approved colors at no more than 5 inches to the weather, as long as the conditions are met. Other materials go through the full certificate review.
How long does a roof replacement take on Cape Cod?
Most asphalt shingle roofs on a typical Cape Cod home are torn off and replaced in one to three working days. Larger homes, steep pitches, multiple layers of old shingles, rotted decking or chimney and skylight work can add time. Weather matters too: we do not open a roof when rain or high wind is in the forecast.
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