Quality Roof Replacement in Rochester, NY
Looking for a roof replacement contractor in Rochester you can trust? We are GAF Certified Plus and Owens Corning Preferred, and we have replaced roofs on homes and businesses across Rochester, Greece, Webster, Pittsford, and Penfield for over 20 years. Family-run since 2006.
What Does a Full Roof Replacement Include?
A full roof replacement means tearing the old roof down to the deck and rebuilding it as a system, not laying new shingles over old ones. Kaptein Contracting removes every layer, inspects and repairs the decking underneath, then installs new underlayment, ice and water shield, ventilation, flashing, and shingles.
Layover jobs are cheaper and they are why so many Rochester roofs fail early. You cannot see rotten decking through a second layer of shingles, and the extra weight shortens the life of everything above it. If your roof still has life in it, we will tell you and quote a roof repair instead.
Full tear-off to the deck
Every layer comes off. No layovers.
Decking inspected and repaired
Rot gets replaced before anything goes back on.
Ice and water shield at the eaves
The layer that stops ice dams getting in.
Proper attic ventilation
Ridge and soffit vents balanced, not guessed.
GAF certified installation
Which is what keeps the material warranty valid.
10-year labor warranty
Plus up to a 50-year system warranty.
Is It Time to Replace Your Roof?
Contact us today to get started with a free quote.
- GAF Certified Plus™
- A+ Rated by the BBB
- Owens Corning Preferred Contractor
GAF Certified Plus and Owens Corning Preferred Roofers in Rochester, NY
Kaptein Contracting has been roofing Rochester since 2006. We are GAF Certified Plus, an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau, and a member of the Better Contractor Bureau. Fully insured, lead certified, and over 20 years on Monroe County roofs.
GAF Certified Plus™
Factory certified by GAF. Trained installers, and material warranties that actually hold up when you need them.
Owens Corning Preferred
A Preferred contractor, held to Owens Corning quality standards on every install we do.
A+ Rated by the BBB
Rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau. Two decades of work in Monroe County, and a record we will not risk.
Better Contractor Bureau
A vetted member of the Better Contractor Bureau, which screens contractors on licensing, insurance, and the quality of their work.
Residential and Commercial Roofing Materials for Rochester Buildings
Architectural & Designer Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt is the most common residential roof in Rochester for good reason. It handles our winters, it is affordable, and the architectural profiles look sharp on almost any home. We install GAF architectural and designer shingles as a full system, with underlayment, ice and water shield, and proper ventilation, not just the top layer.
- Architectural: GAF Timberline HDZ and OC TruDefinition Duration
- Designer: GAF Camelot II and OC Berkshire Collection
- As a GAF Certified Plus™ and Owens Corning Preferred contractor, we can register warranty coverage most roofers can't offer.
Standing Seam Metal Roofing
Metal outlasts shingles by decades and sheds heavy Monroe County snow instead of holding it. We install standing seam metal on homes and on commercial buildings across the region, with concealed fasteners and no exposed screws to back out over time.
- Standing Seam: concealed-fastener panels built to last 50+ years
- Metal Shingles: profiles that mimic slate and shake
- We install systems from the top metal roofing brands, each one backed by strong manufacturer and labor warranties.
TPO Roofing
TPO is the go-to single-ply membrane for flat and low-slope commercial roofs. It reflects heat, resists tears, and the seams are heat-welded rather than glued, which is why it holds up on warehouses, storefronts, and modern flat-roofed homes around Rochester.
- Heat-Welded Seams: fused together, no adhesive to fail
- Reflective White: cuts cooling costs in summer
- We install membranes from the most trusted TPO manufacturers, each backed by strong material and labor warranties.
EPDM Roofing
EPDM is the proven rubber membrane for flat and low-slope roofs. We install it on commercial buildings and on homes where a pitched roof is not an option, and it handles Rochester freeze-thaw cycles better than almost anything else.
- Fully-Adhered: bonded down for the cleanest, tightest finish
- Mechanically Fastened: fast, strong, cost-friendly
- We install membranes from the most trusted EPDM manufacturers, each backed by strong material and labor warranties.
Read Kaptein Contracting Reviews From Around Rochester, NY
It’s so nice when a quote and job expectations all come true! Kaptein gave us the best price for our roof tear-off, completed the job in one full day with a crew who was great and obviously hard working. They came back to review the work with us and assure all was completed to our satisfaction. Would 100% recommend without hesitation.
Ben S. · Google Review
Installed a new roof about 15 years ago and he did a great job. It still looks good and does not leak. I am looking for a roofer for another project and I will be calling them again to do a new roof for me. He was fast, easy to work with and did what he said he was going to do. Reasonable price, done fast, nice work… I recommend them.
Paul Gilfus · Google Review
Great price. Kaptein did an amazing job! Very happy with the quality of work and the final look. Obviously won’t need another roof for a while but if I did I would use Kaptein!
Mark Blankfield · Google Review
Roofing Questions, Answered
Who are the best roof replacement companies in Rochester, NY?
Kaptein Contracting is widely regarded as one of the best roof replacement companies in Rochester, NY. We are a family-run, fully insured, GAF Certified Plus roofing contractor serving Monroe County and Wayne County, and we have been roofing Rochester since 2006. We replace both residential and commercial roofs, including architectural asphalt shingle, standing seam metal, TPO, and EPDM.
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most roof replacements take one to three days. We protect your landscaping, tear off the old roof, install the new system, and clean the site before we leave. Larger or more complex roofs can run longer, and we tell you the timeline before we start, not after.
Do you help with insurance claims?
Yes. We document storm and hail damage with photos, meet your adjuster on site, and walk you through the claim from start to finish. We work directly with insurance companies across Monroe County and Wayne County.
Are you licensed and certified?
We are a fully insured, GAF Certified Plus roofing contractor and an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor. That means factory-trained installers, manufacturer-backed material warranties, and a 10-year labor warranty on our own work.
Affordable Monthly Payments on Your New Roof
A new roof should not mean draining your savings. We offer financing with low monthly payments and $0 down on approved credit, so you can replace the roof when it needs replacing instead of waiting for the leak.
$0 Down
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Roof Replacement Across Rochester and Monroe County
We replace residential and commercial roofs throughout Rochester, NY, Monroe County, and Wayne County. If you are not sure whether you are in our area, call us and ask.
- Rochester
- Greece
- Webster
- Irondequoit
- Penfield
- Pittsford
- Brighton
- Henrietta
- Gates
- Chili
- Fairport
- Hilton
- Spencerport
- Brockport
- Honeoye Falls
- Mendon