Replace What Weather Has Worn Down

Full reroofing and roof replacement services in Whitman by a family-run crew with decades of New England roofing experience.

Your roof protects everything underneath it, but when shingles start lifting, valleys collect water, or granules pile up in the gutters, you need more than patching. Homes in Whitman face freezing rain, heavy snow, and summer humidity that age roofing materials faster than many homeowners expect. Bessette and sons removes your old roof down to the deck and replaces it with materials proven to hold up in these exact conditions.

The crew starts by stripping the existing system and checking the deck for soft spots or damage. New underlayment goes down before shingles are applied in overlapping rows. Ventilation, flashing around chimneys, and drip edges are all installed to prevent moisture buildup and ice dam formation. With more than thirty years working on South Shore homes, the team understands the roof angles, overhangs, and structural quirks that define the older houses common throughout Whitman and surrounding towns.

To schedule an on-site evaluation, reach out to Bessette and sons in Whitman.

What Happens During a Full Roof Replacement

The process begins with tarping and protecting landscaping before the old shingles and felt paper are torn off and hauled away. You will hear nail guns, feel some vibration, and see a dumpster in your driveway for a few days. In Whitman, most residential replacements take two to four days depending on pitch, complexity, and weather windows.

Once finished, your roof will shed water properly again. You will notice fewer leaks, better attic temperature control, and shingles that lie flat without curling or missing tabs. The system is designed to handle snow loads and seasonal temperature swings year after year.

The crew cleans up daily and uses magnetic rollers to collect stray nails from driveways and lawns. This service does not include structural repairs to trusses or major decking replacement beyond standard prep work. If deeper damage is found during tear-off, you will be notified before the crew proceeds.

Questions homeowners ask before replacing their roof

If this is your first time replacing a roof or if you are comparing contractors, the following answers should help clarify what the work involves and what you can expect from start to finish.

How do I know when my roof needs full replacement instead of repairs?
You need replacement when more than a third of the shingles are damaged, when multiple leaks appear in different areas, or when the roof is over twenty years old and showing widespread wear. Bessette and sons will walk the roof during your evaluation and tell you honestly whether repair or replacement makes more sense.
What materials do you install on residential roofs in Whitman?
The crew installs architectural asphalt shingles rated for New England weather, synthetic underlayment, and metal flashing around penetrations. These materials are selected for durability, snow load capacity, and long-term performance in freezing and thawing cycles.
How long does a roof replacement take from start to finish?
Most jobs in Whitman are completed in two to four days depending on roof size, pitch, and complexity. Weather delays can extend the timeline, but the crew works efficiently and keeps the site protected between work days.
What happens if you find rotted decking during tear-off?
You will be notified immediately and given a clear cost to replace the damaged sections before the crew continues. The estimate includes standard prep work, but significant structural damage is priced separately to keep the process transparent.
Why does a reroofing crew need to be familiar with older homes?
Older homes in Whitman often have uneven rafter spacing, shallow pitches, or non-standard venting that require adjusted installation methods. A crew with local experience knows how to adapt without compromising the roof system or creating future problems.

Bessette and sons has spent over thirty years working on homes throughout Whitman and the surrounding South Shore communities. The crew is fully insured, keeps job sites clean, and installs roofs built to last through every season. Get in touch to schedule your on-site evaluation.