For homeowners
Residential
Full roof replacements, storm restoration, siding, gutters, and exterior upgrades — investment-grade work that protects your home and its value.
- Roof replacement
- Siding, gutters & windows
- Storm & insurance help
01 Roofing & Exteriors
All roofs are
not created equal.
Investment-grade roofing for Greater Rochester
We install a proprietary roofing system designed specifically for Upstate New York’s brutal weather — freezing cold, snow storms, hail, wind, and torrential downpours. Free, no-pressure inspections with financing available.
Trusted across Greater Rochester
Investment-grade roofing & exteriors since day one.
- Licensed & insured, locally owned in Rochester
- Investment-grade materials & workmanship
- Free, no-pressure roof inspections
- Manufacturer & company-backed warranties
- Emergency tarp & storm response
Greater Rochester & Monroe County Proprietary Roofing System
Rochester’s roofing experts — a proprietary system built for Upstate NY weather
Call (585) 441-4272Accredited, screened & trusted in Rochester
Interactive roof checkup
The Tall Pines Roof Checkup
Spot the issues on your roof, gutters, siding, attic, and skylights — tick what you’ve noticed and we’ll build a personalized checklist of what matters and what to look at first. Then a local Tall Pines roofer follows up with an honest, no-pressure assessment.
Your roof checklist
0 selectedNothing selected yet. Tick anything that sounds like your home — missing shingles, a ceiling stain, overflowing gutters, ice dams, and more — and it'll appear here.
Prefer the most accurate checkup of all? Get a free, no-pressure inspection from a real Tall Pines roofer. Call (585) 441-4272 or open the full checkup.
Home performance
A roof is only as good as what’s under it.
Most homeowners never think about their attic — but balanced ventilation and the right insulation are what keep a roof healthy through Rochester’s freeze-thaw winters. Get them right and you lower your energy bills, stop ice dams before they start, and add years to your roof.
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Lower energy bills
A balanced attic vents trapped summer heat and holds steadier temperatures in winter, so your HVAC works less and your bills come down.
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Ice-dam & moisture protection
Proper ventilation and insulation keep your roof deck cold and dry — stopping the ice dams, condensation, and rot that punish Rochester roofs.
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A longer-lasting roof
Heat and trapped moisture cook shingles and warp decking from below. A well-ventilated attic protects your investment and helps your roof reach its full lifespan.
Questions about your attic? Call (585) 441-4272.
Why now
Why Rochester homeowners are replacing roofs now
Storms, aging roofs, and rising costs are all colliding across Monroe County. Here’s what’s pushing homeowners to act — and why waiting usually costs more.
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Storm & wind damage
Rochester's wind, hail, and lake-effect storms tear shingles, lift flashing, and open up leaks. We document the damage and help you navigate insurance claims so your replacement gets covered — not denied.
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Aging asphalt roofs
Most asphalt roofs last 20-25 years — and our freeze-thaw winters age them faster. Once shingles curl, granules wash away, and the deck starts to fail, repairs only buy time. A full replacement is the smarter fix.
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Rising material costs
Roofing material prices keep climbing year over year, so waiting rarely saves money — it usually costs more. Replacing now locks in today's pricing and protects your home before small problems become big ones.
Roof Project Planner
Plan your roof & exterior project
Tap the work you’re considering — a full roof replacement, siding, gutters, or a phased exterior refresh — and we’ll build a plain-language project plan with financing options, then follow up with real pricing.
Your project plan
Tap the work you’re considering and we’ll build your project plan here. Not sure yet? Send your details and a Tall Pines pro will help you scope it — free, no obligation.
Financing is available, so a larger project can fit a comfortable monthly payment instead of a single upfront cost. We'll walk through the options that fit your budget at your free estimate.
Transparent pricing
How an honest roof estimate is actually built
No two roofs are the same, so no two prices should be either. Instead of a number off the top of our heads, we inspect your roof and walk you through every factor that shapes the investment — then put a flat, written estimate in your hands.
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Roof size & pitch
Squares of coverage, the steepness of your roof, and how many facets and valleys it has all change the labor and safety required.
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Material grade
Builder-grade three-tab, architectural, or designer shingles — and the full system of underlayment, ice-and-water shield, and ventilation behind them.
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Deck & structure condition
Once we tear off the old roof, soft or rotted decking has to be replaced. We flag it in writing rather than spring it on you mid-job.
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Ventilation & flashing
Proper intake and exhaust ventilation, plus new flashing at chimneys, walls, and penetrations, protect the roof you're paying for.
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Code & permits
Rochester-area building codes, permit requirements, and proper disposal of old materials are part of doing the job right.
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Warranty tier
Manufacturer-backed system warranties require certified installation. We explain which tier your project qualifies for before you decide.
Buy right,
or buy twice.
The cheapest roof rarely stays the cheapest. Cutting corners on decking, ventilation, or flashing is what brings the next contractor back to your house in a few years. We build every roof to be the last one you have to think about for a long time — the total cost of ownership, not just today’s sticker.
A written, flat estimate — no surprises
The price in your written estimate is the price you pay. We don’t bury surprise change orders in the fine print, and if we ever find something unexpected once the tear-off begins, we stop and show you before any extra work happens.
Pricing honesty
Why AI can’t price your roof
Ask an AI or a website calculator what a new roof costs and you’ll get a confident-sounding number that’s really just a national average. It can’t see your decking, your pitch, or your penetrations — and it doesn’t know Rochester. A real inspection gives you a real number.
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It only knows averages
Online roof calculators and AI tools pull from national price-per-square averages — not the actual size, pitch, or complexity of your roof.
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It can't see your roof
No chatbot can climb up to check your decking, layers of old shingles, valleys, chimneys, skylights, and pipe penetrations. An honest number needs real eyes on the roof.
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It misses local Rochester needs
Western New York code, permits, and our snow load and ice-dam realities all change what your roof actually requires — and what it costs to do right.
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It ignores warranty rules
Manufacturer system warranties require certified, spec-compliant installation. A generic estimate has no idea which tier your roof qualifies for.
We do this the honest way: a no-pressure inspection of your actual roof, a clear explanation of what we find, and a written estimate you can trust — from a local team that knows Rochester roofs.
Free Second Opinion
Already have a roofing quote? Get a free second opinion.
Some homeowners are told they need a full replacement when the roof has good years left — and some quotes are simply overpriced. Before you sign off on a major roofing job, let a local, certified Tall Pines pro review it. Free, no pressure, no obligation.
- Free & no obligation
- Local & manufacturer-certified
- Honest, upfront pricing
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Send us the quote
Share the other contractor's written estimate or inspection report — photos and notes welcome.
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We review it honestly
We verify whether a replacement is genuinely needed — or whether a targeted repair will do the job — so you get a straight answer either way.
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You get the truth
A clear take on the scope and whether the price is fair — yours to keep, no pressure to hire us.
What we do
Complete roofing & exterior services
From roof repairs and full replacements to siding, gutters, and attic performance, one local Rochester team handles the whole exterior of your home or building.
Roofing
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Roof Repair
Emergency, leak, storm, hail, and wind damage repairs — fixed at the source, not patched.
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Roof Replacement
Full tear-off and investment-grade re-roofs built to last decades.
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Storm Damage & Insurance Help
Damage assessments, claim documentation, and emergency tarp protection while your repair or new roof is underway.
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Standing Seam Metal Roofing
Sleek, long-life metal roofs that shed snow and outlast the weather.
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Commercial Flat Roofing
Durable low-slope and flat-roof systems for commercial buildings.
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Exterior
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Siding & Windows
Energy-smart siding and windows that protect and refresh your home.
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Gutters & Downspouts
Seamless gutters and downspouts that keep water off your roof and walls.
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Soffit & Fascia
Crisp soffit and fascia that finish the roofline and guard the eaves.
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Skylights
Leak-free skylight installs and replacements that bring in daylight.
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Not sure where to start? Browse every service or talk to our team.
Why call us
Reasons homeowners call Tall Pines
Whatever brought you here — a leak, a storm, or a roof at the end of its life — one local Rochester team handles it right.
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A proprietary roofing system
We install a proprietary roofing system designed specifically for Upstate New York's brutal weather — engineered to protect your home and your property value for decades.
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Industry-leading warranties
There's Tall Pines, and there's everyone else. Our proprietary system carries the strongest written warranties in the industry — on both materials and our workmanship.
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Honest, no-pressure inspections
We give you a straight assessment of your roof, with photos and a written estimate. If a repair is all you need — or your roof doesn't need work at all — we'll tell you exactly that.
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Storm & insurance help
After wind, hail, or heavy snow, we document the damage and work with your insurer so your claim goes smoothly — with emergency tarping, storm damage repairs, and snow removal to protect your home in the meantime.
Storm Damage & Insurance Claim Helper
Storm damage? We’ll guide your claim.
Check the damage you can see and answer two quick questions. We’ll build a personalized, step-by-step checklist for documenting it and filing your insurance claim — in plain language. We can’t promise what your insurer will approve, but we’ll help you tell the full, accurate story and back it with a free roof inspection.
This tool offers guidance and documentation help — it can't approve a claim or promise a payout. Coverage is always up to your insurance policy and adjuster.
Storm just hit? Call us now at (585) 441-4272.
Learning center
Get educated before you buy
A new roof is a big decision, and you deserve straight answers before you sign anything. Our learning center breaks down the choices in plain English — no pressure, no sales pitch.
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Repair vs. replace
How to tell when a targeted repair is the smart fix — and when replacement is the better long-term spend.
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Shingle vs. metal
The real tradeoffs in cost, lifespan, and curb appeal between asphalt shingles and standing-seam metal in our climate.
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Attic ventilation
Why what's under your roof matters as much as the shingles on top — and how it fights ice dams and high energy bills.
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Insurance claims
How storm-damage claims work in New York, what insurers look for, and how to keep a fair claim from getting denied.
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Browse honest homeowner guides, cost breakdowns, and a full roofing glossary in our learning center.
Explore the learning centerWho we serve
Built for homes and businesses alike
Whether it’s your house or your building, Tall Pines brings the same investment-grade materials and certified crews — with the right system for the job.
For property owners & managers
Commercial
Durable flat and low-slope roofing systems for businesses, plus exterior work — installed and serviced by a certified local crew you can schedule around.
- Flat & low-slope roofing
- Commercial exteriors
- Roof inspections
Not sure what you need? Call (585) 441-4272 and we’ll help you figure it out.
Why Tall Pines
We don’t just say we’re the best. We put it in writing.
All roofs are not created equal. We install a proprietary roofing system designed for Upstate New York’s brutal weather — from freezing cold and snow storms to hail, wind, and torrential downpours — and back every project with written warranties.
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A proprietary roofing system
Designed specifically for Upstate New York's brutal weather — not builder-grade shortcuts. We install roofs engineered to outlast Rochester winters.
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One exacting standard
There's Tall Pines, and there's everyone else. Every crew installs our system to the same exacting standard — no shortcuts, no subcontractor roulette.
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Written warranties
Manufacturer-backed material coverage plus our own labor warranty, spelled out in writing before a single shingle goes on.
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Family & locally owned
We live and work in Greater Rochester. Your roof is our reputation in our own community — and we treat it that way.
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Satisfaction, in writing
If something isn't right, we make it right. No fine print and no runaround — that's the promise behind our name.
Always-on offers
Real savings, no gimmicks
No countdown timers or vanishing coupons here. These are standing promises every Rochester homeowner gets — straightforward ways to make the right roofing decision easier.
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$2,500 Off New Roof
Save $2,500 on a complete roof replacement. Financing available for qualified customers.
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Free, No-Obligation Roof Inspection
We climb up, document what we find with photos, and walk you through the real condition of your roof — no pressure, no obligation to buy a thing.
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Free Second Opinion on Any Quote
Already have a roofing estimate in hand? Send it our way. We'll give you an honest, no-cost second opinion so you can decide with confidence.
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Flexible Financing Options
Investment-grade roofing shouldn't have to wait. Ask about flexible financing options that let you protect your home now and pay over time.
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Gutters at Cost
Gutters at cost with the purchase of a new roof. Not combinable with other offers.
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$15 Off Fall Tune-Up
21 Point Prevision Tune Up & Safety Inspection.
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Up to 4 Windows at Cost
Up to 4 windows at cost with the purchase of a new roof. Not combinable with other offers.
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Referral Bonus
$100 credit when your friend books a project.
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Senior Discount
10% off all services for seniors 65+.
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See everything we’re offering right now, or talk it through with our team.
Prefer to talk it over? Call us anytime at (585) 441-4272.
Rochester neighbors
Know someone who needs a trustworthy roofer?
So much of our work comes from neighbors telling neighbors. If you’ve had a great experience with Tall Pines, the kindest thing you can do is send a friend our way — and we never take that for granted.
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Step 1
Tell a neighbor
Loved your new roof? Mention us to a friend, family member, or neighbor who could use an honest local roofer.
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Step 2
We take great care of them
They get the same free inspection, honest guidance, and investment-grade workmanship you did — no pressure, ever.
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Step 3
We say thank you
Every referral means the world to a family-owned shop like ours. We make sure to show our appreciation the right way.
Have a neighbor in mind?
Send us their name or pass along our number — we’ll take it from there and treat them like family. Thank you for helping a local Rochester business grow.
Rochester proud
Real local roofers, Rochester proud
Tall Pines Roofing is a family-owned, locally rooted team serving Rochester and the Greater Rochester area. No call centers, no pressure — just honest people doing investment-grade roofing and exterior work the right way.
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Family-owned & local
We’re your neighbors, not a far-off franchise. When you call Tall Pines, you reach the people who actually stand behind the work.
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Rooted in Rochester
We know Monroe County roofs, our winters, and our storms — and we build for them, season after season.
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Here for the long haul
We answer when you call, show up when we say we will, and treat every home like it’s on our own street.
Matthew Hebert
Founder & Owner
Jennifer
Co-Owner
Matthew Jr.
Vice President
Gabby
Finance Manager
Meet the owner
Built by Matthew Hebert. Backed by family.
Matthew Hebert founded Tall Pines Roofing and built it from the ground up — starting hands-on in the field and growing a family-owned company on honesty, reliability, and customer-first service. Today he leads the team behind the Tall Pines proprietary roofing system, trusted across Greater Rochester for investment-grade roofing and for guiding homeowners through storm-damage insurance claims.
Hands-on founder
Matthew started in the field and built the company from the ground up — he still sets the standard every Tall Pines roof is held to.
One standard, one system
He leads every crew to the same exacting standard — installing the Tall Pines proprietary roofing system designed specifically for Upstate New York’s brutal weather.
Storm & insurance authority
Rochester homeowners trust Matthew’s guidance through storm-damage documentation and the insurance-claims process.
A family standard
The Heberts run the business together — so the name behind your warranty answers the phone when you call.
Reviews
See what your neighbors say
We’d rather you hear it straight from Rochester homeowners than take our word for it. Watch them tell their stories on camera — or read real, unedited reviews on the platforms we can’t edit.
Financing
A new roof now, paid over time
A roof replacement shouldn’t mean draining your savings. Through our financing partners, qualified homeowners can spread the cost into affordable monthly payments — estimate yours below, then we’ll get you your real terms for free.
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Flexible monthly options
Spread the cost of your roof into manageable monthly payments instead of one large bill.
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Fast, simple approval
Apply through our financing partners with a quick, low-pressure approval process.
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Invest in quality now
Choose the investment-grade roof you actually want today — and pay for it over time.
Estimated monthly payment
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- Your project amount
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- Example term
- Fixed 9.99% · 120 months
Estimates only, for illustration. Example terms are not an offer and are subject to credit approval. Your actual APR, term, and payment are set by the lending partner at your free estimate.
Service Areas
Proudly serving Greater Rochester
From the city neighborhoods out to Monroe County and beyond — if you’re nearby, investment-grade roofing and exterior help is close at hand.
10 cities we cover
Don’t see your town? We likely still serve it — get in touch and we’ll confirm.
FAQ
Roofing questions, answered
Straight answers to what Rochester homeowners ask us most.
How long does a roof replacement take?
Most residential roof replacements are completed in one to a few days, depending on the size and complexity of your roof, the weather, and whether the deck needs repairs. We give you a realistic timeline in your written estimate and keep you updated throughout the project.
Do you help with storm damage and insurance claims?
Yes. We inspect for wind, hail, and storm damage, document it thoroughly, and can work alongside your insurance company through the claims process. Emergency tarping and snow removal protect your home until the repair or replacement is complete.
What does a roof inspection cost?
Our roof inspections are free and no-pressure. We assess the condition of your shingles, flashing, ventilation, and decking, then explain what we find in plain language — whether that points to a replacement, continued maintenance, or simply keeping an eye on it.
Do you offer roof repairs?
Yes. Tall Pines repairs roofs across Greater Rochester — emergency repairs, leak repairs, and storm, hail, and wind damage repairs — alongside full replacements. If a repair is the right fix, that's what we'll quote; if your roof is at the end of its life, we'll show you the photos and explain why replacement is the smarter spend. Either way, the choice stays yours.
What warranties do you offer?
We install manufacturer-backed roofing systems and, as a certified contractor, can offer enhanced manufacturer warranties on qualifying projects, backed by our own workmanship warranty. We explain exactly which warranty tier your roof qualifies for before you decide.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. We offer flexible financing options so you can move forward with the roof you need on a schedule that works for your budget. We'll walk you through the available options and put a clear, written estimate in front of you before any work begins.
No-pressure, free estimate
Ready for a roof done right?
Get a free, no-obligation roof inspection from Rochester’s investment-grade roofing team. Manufacturer- and company-backed warranties, financing, and straight answers — no high-pressure sales.
Free & no
obligation Financing
available Proprietary
roofing system