Residential · Replacement
A new roof, from the deck up.
A Hardesty replacement is a complete GAF roof system, every layer installed to the manufacturer's standard, by the crews of a Master Elite contractor.
What a system includes
The layers you'll never see are the point.
Shingles are the last ten percent of a roof. Before they go down, we inspect and repair the deck, lay the underlayment and leak barriers, rebuild the flashing, and get the ventilation right, because that's what decides whether the roof lasts 12 years or 30.
- Deck
Inspected board by board; soft or rotten decking is replaced, not covered up.
- Barriers
GAF underlayment and leak barriers at eaves, valleys, and penetrations.
- Airflow
Ridge and intake ventilation balanced so heat and moisture leave the attic.
- Varies
Material coverage is set by the manufacturer and differs by product. Lifetime terms are available on qualifying GAF shingle systems, registered at closeout.
Residential services
More ways we keep homes weathertight.
Roof Repair
Leaks, flashing failures, wind-lifted shingles, nail pops. If a repair is the right answer, that's what we'll tell you.
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Standing-seam and metal shingle systems for homeowners who want the last roof they'll ever buy.
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Tarping, emergency dry-in, and storm damage assessment after wind, hail, or a fallen limb.
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Soft-wash cleaning and targeted restoration that adds years to a structurally sound roof.
Learn moreQuick answer
Hardesty Roofing replaces residential roofs across Central Virginia from our Midlothian office, as a complete system rather than a shingle swap. We are GAF Master Elite Certified, which puts us in the top three percent of roofing contractors nationally, and Class A licensed in Virginia. Every replacement includes deck inspection, underlayment, ventilation, flashing and shingles, backed by a five year workmanship warranty. Free written estimates. Call 804-523-9955.
Your options
Not every roof needs the same system.
Most Central Virginia homes get architectural asphalt shingles, and for good reason: the price to performance ratio is hard to beat, the color range is wide, and the wind ratings on current products are far better than the three tab shingles they replaced. We install complete systems from GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning and Tamko.
Beyond shingles, the honest conversation is about how long you plan to be in the house. Metal costs more on day one and less every year after. A designer or impact rated shingle costs more up front and can pay for itself if your insurer discounts for it. If you are selling in two years, none of that math works the same way, and we will say so.
- System
Deck, underlayment, ice and water barrier, ventilation, flashing, then shingles. The last one is the only one you can see.
- Ventilation
Virginia attics push well past comfortable in July. Intake and exhaust get balanced as part of the job, because heat is what ages a roof from underneath.
- Tear-off
We tear off rather than roof over by default. Layering hides deck damage and shortens the life of what goes on top.
What it costs
What actually moves the number.
We do not publish prices for roof replacement, and we would rather explain why than give you a figure that turns out to be wrong. Two houses on the same street with the same square footage can differ substantially once you account for pitch, layers, deck condition and how cut up the roofline is. A number quoted before anyone has been on the roof is a guess, and a guess that has to be revised later is worse than no number at all.
What we will do is walk the roof, photograph what we find, and put a written, itemized estimate in your hands at no cost. Here is what we are looking at while we do it.
- Size and pitch
Roofing is measured in squares, and a steep roof takes longer and needs more fall protection than a walkable one. Both move the number.
- Complexity
Valleys, dormers, chimneys, skylights and pipe penetrations are where roofs leak, so they are where the labor goes. A simple gable and a cut-up roof of the same size are not the same job.
- What is underneath
Decking that has been nailed through two or three times may not hold a fastener. We check the deck during the inspection and tell you before the job starts if sheathing needs replacing.
- Access
Tight lots, limited driveway space, second and third stories, and anything that stops a dump trailer from getting close all add labor.
- Material choice
Architectural shingle, designer shingle, impact rated, or metal. This is usually the largest single lever you control.
What to expect
Replacement, start to finish.
Free inspection
We walk the roof, check the deck, flashing, ventilation and gutters, and photograph everything so you see what we see. No obligation and no pressure to decide during the visit.
Written estimate
You get a written estimate with the options laid out and no vague line items. We explain the tradeoffs and give you our honest recommendation, including when the cheaper option is the right one.
Scheduled work
We schedule around you and show up when we said we would. Crews protect landscaping and vehicles, and magnet-sweep for nails at the end of every working day, not just the last one.
Final walk and paperwork
We walk the finished job with you, answer anything still open, and hand over the warranty documentation. Manufacturer coverage gets registered at closeout, because it is not real until it is registered.
Warranty
Two promises, and they are not the same promise.
A roof carries two separate warranties and they cover different things. The manufacturer warrants the material against defects. Hardesty warrants the installation. A factory shingle warranty does not cover the crew that put it on, and installation is where most roofs actually fail.
So we keep the two separate and tell you both terms before you sign, rather than folding them into one number that sounds bigger than it is.
- 5 yrs
Hardesty's own workmanship warranty on labor. If our installation fails, we come back and fix it.
- Varies
Material coverage is set by the manufacturer and differs by product. Lifetime limited terms are available on qualifying architectural shingle systems from GAF, CertainTeed, Owens Corning and Tamko when the full system goes on.
- In writing
You get the term for the exact material you choose, in writing, before you sign anything.
Common questions
Roof replacement questions.
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most single family homes in Central Virginia are a one to two day job once we are on site. Larger or steeper roofs, or ones that turn up significant deck damage, can run longer. We give you the expected duration in the written estimate rather than after we start.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Virginia?
Yes, roof replacement requires a permit in the Central Virginia localities we work in. We pull it as part of the job, so it is not something you need to arrange separately.
Can you roof over my existing shingles instead of tearing off?
It is sometimes allowed, but we do not recommend it and do not do it by default. Roofing over hides deck damage you cannot then inspect, adds weight, traps heat, and shortens the life of the new shingles. It also complicates the next replacement.
How do I know if I need a replacement or just a repair?
Age, the extent of the problem, and the condition of the deck. A localised leak on an otherwise sound roof is usually a repair. Widespread granule loss, curling across whole slopes, or repeated leaks in different places generally means the roof is finished. We will tell you which one you are looking at, including when the answer is the cheaper one.
Will my homeowners insurance pay for it?
Insurance generally covers sudden damage from a covered event such as wind or hail, and generally does not cover wear and age. If we think you have a claim worth filing, we will document the damage thoroughly and work alongside your adjuster. We will also tell you when we do not think a claim will go anywhere.
What happens if you find rotten decking?
We show you, usually with a photograph, and price the sheathing replacement before we proceed. Deck replacement is the most common change from the original estimate, which is exactly why we inspect the deck before quoting rather than after opening the roof.
Do you offer financing?
Yes, we offer in-house financing. Ask during the estimate and we will walk you through how it works.
What warranty comes with a new roof?
Two. Hardesty covers the workmanship for five years. The manufacturer covers the material, and that term varies by the product you choose, with lifetime limited coverage available on qualifying shingle systems. You get both terms in writing before you sign.
Free Estimate
Put a Hardesty roof over it.
Wondering whether it's time? The inspection and the answer are free, and if a repair will do, that's what we'll recommend.
804-523-9955Prefer to talk? Call the shop directly. 14430 Sommerville Court, Suite B · Midlothian, VA 23113
Worried about the cost? We offer in-house financing. Ask and we will walk you through it.
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