Roofing
Roof replacement, roof repair, and free inspections in Delaware.
Azocar Contracting handles asphalt shingle and metal roof replacement, leak repair, storm damage inspections, gutters, and skylights across New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties.
Roofing paths
Start with the roofing service you need.
A roof replacement, active leak, storm damage inspection, and gutter problem each need a different estimate. These pages make it easy to choose the right starting point.
Roof Replacement
Full roof replacement for aging shingles, repeated leaks, storm damage, soft decking, and insurance condition concerns.
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Roof Repair
For isolated leaks, missing shingles, flashing failures, cracked boots, and small storm damage, repair may be the right answer.
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Free Roof Inspection
A practical roof inspection with photos, condition notes, and a written estimate if repair or replacement is recommended.
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Storm Damage & Insurance Claims
For wind, hail, fallen limbs, and active storm leaks, we focus on emergency protection and adjuster-ready documentation.
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Gutters & Downspouts
For overflowing gutters, bad drainage, damaged fascia, and foundation water problems, the fix starts at the roof edge.
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Skylights
For stained ceilings near skylights, failed older units, or skylights that need replacement during roofing work.
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How we quote
A roofing estimate should be specific enough to compare.
Before you approve work, you should know what we saw, what we recommend, what materials are included, how cleanup is handled, and what happens if hidden damage appears.
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Roof condition
A real roof walk before a replacement quote, with photos of the roof areas that matter.
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Repair or replacement
A clear recommendation when repair is enough and when replacement is the better long-term move.
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Materials
Shingle, underlayment, flashing, ventilation, and warranty options separated so you can compare.
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Scope
Which roof areas are included, what happens with hidden decking damage, and what is not included.
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Schedule
Expected start timing, job duration, weather considerations, and access needs before work starts.
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Close-out
Cleanup, magnet sweep, final walk-through, and warranty paperwork before the job is closed.
Materials
Roofing material options for Delaware homes.
The right system depends on pitch, exposure, budget, existing roof condition, and how long you plan to stay in the home.
Asphalt Shingle
The default for most Delaware homes. We walk through product level, wind rating, warranty, and whether an upgrade is worth it for your house.
Lifespan: 25-50 years depending on product and exposure
Standing-Seam Metal
Best for long-term owners, certain additions, and homes where lower maintenance matters more than the cheapest upfront number.
Lifespan: 40-70 years
Flat Membrane
For low-slope additions, porches, garages, and small commercial-style roof sections that shingles should not be used on.
Lifespan: 20-30 years
Roofing FAQ
The questions we hear most.
How do I know if I need a full replacement or just a repair?
A roof that needs replacement usually has two or three of these going on at once: shingles cupping, curling, or losing granules across most of the surface; flashing failures at multiple penetrations; decking that's soft underfoot; or the roof is past the 25 to 30 year mark. A roof that needs repair has one isolated trouble spot, like a leak above the kitchen or missing shingles after a windstorm. The inspection report shows you which category you're in.
What's the average cost of a roof replacement in Delaware?
Most Delaware asphalt-shingle replacements land between $9,000 and $18,000. Variables: square footage (a 1,500 sq ft ranch is cheaper than a 3,200 sq ft colonial), pitch (steeper costs more), how many old layers need to come off, and whether the decking needs replacement. Metal roofs run $18,000 to $40,000+. Flat-membrane work is priced per square. The written quote breaks every one of those out as a line item.
Will my homeowner's insurance cover a new roof?
Coverage depends on your policy and the cause of damage. Storm, wind, hail, tree, and sudden-event damage may qualify. Age-related wear usually does not. We document roof condition and affected areas so you have clear information for the claim conversation.
Do you offer warranties?
Two warranties on every roof. First, the manufacturer's warranty on the materials, typically 25 to 50 years on asphalt shingles and longer on metal. Second, our written workmanship warranty, which covers any install defect and transfers to a new owner if you sell the house. Both warranties get handed to you on paper the day we finish. Hold us to them.
What about cleanup?
Tarps go down before tear-off starts. Debris is collected, the job area is cleaned, and a magnetic sweeper is used on driveways and walkways at close-out.
Can I get financing?
Yes. We work with third-party home-improvement lenders who can pre-approve most homeowners in about an hour, with terms ranging from 12-month no-interest promos to multi-year fixed payments. We send you the options after the inspection so you can see what works alongside the quote. Financing doesn't get bundled with the contract. You decide separately.
Schedule a free roof inspection.
Azocar will inspect the roof, review the problem areas, and provide a written estimate when repair or replacement is needed.