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Roof repair & replacement in Essex Fells, NJ

Essex Fells is a borough in Essex County, home to about 2,300 people. We repair and replace roofs on Essex Fells homes and buildings, with free on-site estimates and 24/7 emergency service.

  • Free on-site estimates
  • Up to 20% off
  • 24/7 emergency calls
Completed roof replacement with blue-gray architectural shingles, two skylights, and a brick chimney

Essex Fells at a glance

Roofing for Essex Fells homes

Essex Fells covers about 1.4 square miles of Essex County and has roughly 790 homes and apartments. That’s a mature housing stock, with more than 60% of them built before 1960. Most homes are owner-occupied, so many of the roofs we see in Essex Fells belong to families planning to stay for years, which is exactly when a properly built roof pays off.

Housing figures: U.S. Census Bureau, 2019–2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

Don’t wait for the ceiling stain

Flat and low-slope roofs in Essex Fells fail slowly, then all at once. A spring or fall check of drains, seams, and flashing catches problems before they reach the units below.

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Roofing in Essex Fells

What Essex Fells homeowners should know

Based on the age and type of homes in Essex Fells and the weather it gets.
  • Roofer nailing new dark shingles course by course with a nail gun

    Post-war homes on their second or third roof

    The typical home in Essex Fells was built in the 1950s, and about 61% of homes predate 1960. Capes, ranches, and split-levels from this era have usually been re-roofed at least once, sometimes right over the original layer. Before a replacement, it’s worth confirming how many layers are up there and checking the decking once they come off.

  • Rotted plank roof decking cut open to show the framing and attic insulation underneath

    A large stock of century-old buildings

    Newer construction has pulled the median down, but about 38% of homes in Essex Fells were built in 1939 or earlier. Those older buildings often have board decking, several layers of old roofing, and decades of patches, so tear-offs and decking repairs are a regular part of roofing here.

  • Vent pipe flashing sealed into a new flat roof membrane

    City weather and flat roofs

    In Essex Fells, wind-driven rain, summer heat on flat roofs, and ponding water after heavy storms are the most common roof problems. Keeping drains clear and checking seams and flashing after big storms prevents most leaks.

Two ALL PRO trucks parked at a house while a roofer works on the roof
Crew and trucks on site

Why ALL PRO

Why Essex Fells homeowners call us

  • About 9 miles awayOur Elmwood Park office is roughly 9 miles from Essex Fells, so we’re close by for estimates, repairs, and emergencies.
  • Every layer, done rightMany Essex Fells homes have been re-roofed over old shingles. We remove every layer and check the decking before your new roof goes on.
  • Free, no-pressure estimatesWe inspect your roof in person, explain what we found, and give you a free written estimate. No obligation, and we’ll beat any written quote.
  • 24/7 when it can’t waitLeak during a storm in Essex Fells? Call any time and we’ll protect your roof with a tarp or temporary repair until it’s fixed for good.
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Our services

Roofing services in Essex Fells

Roofing services guide

Roofing services for Essex Fells homeowners

Roof repair in Essex Fells

A good repair can add years to a roof, and a bad one just moves the leak. Our Essex Fells roof repairs focus on the parts that fail first: flashing, valleys, pipe boots, vents, and roof edges. We replace what’s damaged rather than patching over it, match shingles as closely as possible, and check the decking underneath. Right now any roof repair is up to 20% off.

Roof replacement in Essex Fells

A roof replacement in Essex Fells starts with a full tear-off down to the deck, so nothing is hidden under the new roof. We inspect the decking and replace soft or damaged boards, install a waterproof underlayment, put in new flashing at every wall, valley, and penetration, and finish with quality architectural shingles such as GAF Timberline HDZ. Ventilation is part of the job, and the debris is hauled away when we’re done.

Storm damage & 24/7 emergency roofing

Wind-lifted shingles, torn flashing, and branch punctures can let water into a Essex Fells home long before you see a stain. After a major storm, we inspect the whole roof, not just the obvious damage, and repair shingles, flashing, decking, and framing as needed. For active leaks, our emergency line is open 24/7 for tarping and urgent repairs.

Skylights, flashing & ventilation

The details make or break a roof. On Essex Fells homes we pay close attention to skylight flashing, valleys, step flashing along walls, and pipe boots, the spots most likely to leak. When a roof is replaced, it’s also the best time to improve attic ventilation with ridge vents or solar attic vents.

Your free Essex Fells roof estimate

Your free Essex Fells roof estimate is exactly that: free, on-site, and with no obligation. We look at the roof in person, show you what we found, and give you a written estimate with honest advice on whether a repair will do or a replacement makes more sense. Current deals are applied to your quote, and if you already have a written quote from another roofer, we’ll beat it.

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Free estimate

Get your free roof estimate in Essex Fells

Tell us what’s going on and we’ll come out, inspect your roof, and give you a written estimate with honest advice on repair or replacement. No cost, no obligation, no pressure.

  • On-site inspection by our team
  • Written estimate, deals applied
  • We beat any written quote

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Current deals

Save on your Essex Fells roof

Mention the deal when you request your free estimate.
  • up to20%off

    Up to 20% off new roofs

    Planning a full roof replacement? Ask about your savings when we give you your free estimate.

  • up to20%off

    Up to 20% off any roof repair

    Leaks, missing shingles, flashing, or storm damage. Save on any roof repair job.

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    New roofs starting at $6,500

    Complete roof replacements starting at $6,500. Your exact price depends on roof size, layers, and materials.

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    10% veteran discount

    Thank you for your service. Veterans save 10% on their roofing project.

Our work

Recent work from our crews

Job photos from ALL PRO roofing projects across North & Central New Jersey.
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  • Close view of new gray shingles meeting in clean valleys, with ridge caps along the hips
    Clean valleys and ridge caps
  • GAF Timberline HDZ shingle bundles on a roof as new brown shingles are installed
    Timberline HDZ going on
  • Two roofers shingling one side of a roof while the other side shows new plywood decking
    Shingles over new decking
  • Roofer securing a blue tarp over a damaged section of roof, with open holes in the decking beside him
    Tarping a damaged roof
  • New charcoal shingle hip roof with a round roof vent, seen from above a residential block
    Charcoal hip roof

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FAQ

Essex Fells roofing questions

Still have a question? Call (201) 773-6635 or email info@allprosnj.com.

Do you offer roof repair and replacement in Essex Fells?

Yes. Essex Fells is part of our Essex County service area. We handle roof repair, full roof replacement, storm damage repair, and 24/7 emergency calls, with free on-site estimates.

How old are the homes in Essex Fells?

According to U.S. Census Bureau estimates, the median home in Essex Fells was built in 1952. About 61% of homes were built before 1960 and about 12% since 2000. Age matters for roofing because it affects the decking, the number of old layers, and the details that need flashing.

My Essex Fells home is from the ’50s or ’60s. How many roofs has it had?

Usually two or three. Some homes were re-roofed over the original shingles, so we check how many layers there are and include removing all of them in the estimate.

How much does a new roof cost in Essex Fells?

Complete roof replacements start at $6,500. The price depends on the size and pitch of your roof, layers to remove, decking repairs, and materials. New roofs are currently up to 20% off, and we’ll beat any written quote.

Do you repair flat roofs in Essex Fells?

Yes. We repair and replace TPO, PVC, torch-down, and roll roofing on flat and low-slope roofs, including porches, garages, and multi-family buildings.

Do you clean up after the job?

Yes. We haul away the old roofing and clean up the work area before we leave.

Can you just repair my roof instead of replacing it?

Often, yes. If the problem is limited to one area and the rest of the roof is sound, a repair makes sense. We’ll tell you honestly which option is the better value for your Essex Fells home.

Nearby

Towns near Essex Fells

We also serve these neighboring communities, and every town in Essex County.

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