Manchester has just about every kind of roof New Hampshire has to offer. In one afternoon you can drive past a triple-decker with a flat rear section, a 1920s colonial with three layers of shingles, a 1960s ranch on the West Side, and a brand-new subdivision near the city line. Tall Pine Roofing is a family-owned roofing and exterior contractor based in Deerfield, about 20 miles east of the city, and we’ve done recent projects in Manchester. We know these houses and what a Merrimack Valley winter does to them.
Below is what we see on Manchester roofs, how we handle it, and what to expect if you call us for an estimate.
Manchester’s Housing Stock and What It Means for Your Roof
Triple-deckers and multi-family buildings
The inner-city neighborhoods around downtown, the East Side, and Rimmon Heights are full of triple-deckers and two- and three-family homes. Many have a pitched main roof with a low-slope or flat section over the back porches. Shingles don’t belong on those low-slope areas. Water sits there, and in winter snowmelt backs up under the shingles. We replace those sections with EPDM or TPO flat roofing built for low pitch, and tie it properly into the shingled part of the roof.
Older capes and colonials
The North End and the older streets on both sides of the river have plenty of capes and colonials that have been re-roofed more than once. It’s common to find two or even three layers of shingles. Every layer adds weight, hides rot in the decking, and shortens the life of the next roof. On a full replacement we tear off down to the deck, replace any soft or damaged boards we find, and start clean.
Post-war ranches and split-levels
Much of the West Side and parts of the North End were built out with ranches and split-levels from the 1950s through the 1970s. These roofs are usually simple, but many were built with little attic ventilation. Poor ventilation is a big reason those homes get ice dams. We look at intake and exhaust venting on every estimate.
Newer subdivisions and mill-era brick
Toward the edges of the city, including South Manchester and the neighborhoods out toward Lake Massabesic, newer homes are reaching their first roof replacement. The original builder-grade shingles are often wearing out ahead of schedule. Then there are the brick mill buildings in the Millyard and along the river, and the older brick blocks off Elm Street. Those tend to have flat or low-slope roofs that call for commercial membrane systems. That’s work our commercial roofing side handles.
Manchester Weather Is Hard on Roofs
Manchester is far enough inland to get real snow load, and winters swing above and below freezing over and over. Each freeze-thaw cycle works water into small gaps around flashing, vents, and chimneys, then freezes and opens those gaps a little wider.
Ice dams are the most common winter problem we see. Last winter’s ice dams were severe across southern New Hampshire, and plenty of Manchester homeowners found water stains on ceilings and walls. An ice dam forms when heat escaping from the attic melts snow on the upper roof. The meltwater runs down and refreezes at the cold eaves, then backs up under the shingles. The fix isn’t just a new roof. It’s a roof with ice and water shield along the eaves and valleys, plus balanced attic ventilation so the roof deck stays cold. If you’re dealing with one right now, see our ice dam removal service.
Wind matters here too. The Merrimack River valley funnels wind through the city, and homes on the higher ground, like the West Side hills or the streets around Derryfield Park, take gusts that lift worn shingle edges. A properly nailed roof, with shingles installed to the manufacturer’s specifications, holds up much better.
Roofing Services for Manchester Homes and Buildings
If you own a two- or three-family in Manchester, you have tenants to think about, not just a roof. Most of our residential roofs are done in one day, so tenants aren’t living with a torn-off roof overnight. Management is on site supervising every job. At the end of the day we clean up carefully, including magnetic nail sweeps of the yard, driveway, and parking areas, which matters when tenants have cars and kids. We also come back after winter for a follow-up sweep, because snowmelt can turn up nails that were buried in the snow.
For buildings with both a pitched roof and a flat rear section, we can handle the shingles and the membrane on the same project, so you’re not coordinating two contractors.
A recent Tall Pine asphalt roof replacement in Manchester, NH.
Why Manchester Homeowners Choose Tall Pine Roofing
Owens Corning Preferred Contractor
25-year workmanship guarantee: in-house and transferable, so it goes with the house if you sell.
Up to 50-year manufacturer warranty on qualifying shingles
Most residential roofs done in one day
Management on site supervising every job
Meticulous cleanup, including magnetic nail sweeps and a follow-up sweep after winter
Can you replace just the flat section on the back of my triple-decker?
Yes. Rear porch roofs and low-slope sections on Manchester multi-families often wear out before the main roof. We can replace just that section with EPDM or TPO, or do the whole building at once if the main roof is also due. We’ll tell you honestly which makes more sense.
My house has more than one layer of shingles. Do you tear them all off?
On a full replacement, yes. We strip down to the roof deck so we can check for rot, replace damaged boards, and install ice and water shield correctly. Many older Manchester capes and colonials have two or three layers, and roofing over them hides problems and adds weight.
How do I stop ice dams like the ones we had last winter?
Ice dams start with heat escaping into the attic, so the fix is ice and water shield at the eaves and valleys plus balanced attic ventilation, with soffit intake and ridge or roof exhaust. We check ventilation on every Manchester estimate, especially on ranches and split-levels that were built with very little.
Will my tenants be disrupted during the roof replacement?
As little as possible. Most residential roofs are done in one day, a manager is on site the whole time, and we sweep the yard and driveways with magnets before we leave. We recommend giving tenants notice about parking and the day’s noise.
Do you work on commercial and mill-style buildings in Manchester?
Yes. We do commercial roofing for churches, condo associations, and flat-roof buildings using EPDM and TPO membranes. Call us to talk through your building.
Is Manchester too far from your Deerfield office?
No. Our office is about 20 miles east of the city, and we’ve completed recent roofing projects in Manchester. Estimates are free.
I was truly surprised by the professional workmanship we received from Tall Pine Roofing. Their crew spotted deficiencies in our plywood on the West side of our house and replaced so many at less the quoted price. All debris was gingerly removed. Dumpster came the day before and left the day after. I feel comfortable with a roof that will last thirty plus years.
We are very happy with our new roof and siding projects through Tall Pine Roofing! Both work teams and project managers were professional, courteous and thorough. We will be contacting them for future projects!
I am very happy with my new roof. The price was competitve. Not the lowest, not the highest. I got 6 estimates and did my homework. Jamie was easy to work with, and everything was as promised! They accommodated my request around scheduling. Project manager was there the whole time. 1 day as promised. They were there early and worked late to complete the job and didn't rush clean up. I would recommend!
Seans team did an amazing job from start to finish. We varied a few components along the way. Each of those variations was met with professionalism and in educational way. Ben, Phil and Tony were great project leaders and the interaction with both roofing and siding crews was very easy. Great people doing a great job. Special shout out to Ben for having to deal with me Lol Highly recommended!c
Tall Pine Roofing did a great job doing my roof. Starting with Ben giving me the quote on how much it would cost. He was very knowledgeable about what needed to be done. Philip and his crew did an excellent job on the roof including reflashing the chimneys. They were very professional doing everything that I was quoted and a little extra without trying to charge anything more. Everything was cleaned up when they were done. I would recommend them if anyone is looking to get their roof replaced.
We own a 1780’s cape with an addition. We noticed a sag near the chimney and discovered that the original barn boards had rotted out.
Salesman, Tom Bibeau was driving by and saw my husband up on the roof. Stopped and conversed with my husband, within 15 mins, the owner Sean was here. Tom and Sean made a plan, we had an acceptable quote of work that evening from Tom and the roof was repaired within 3 days. Tom saw the project through to the end. The roof workers were respectable and cleaned everything up before leaving. We went with Owen’s Corning shingles and have had many compliments on how good our roof looks. My parents are next on Tall Pine’s list of jobs!
Below are some before, during and after photos.
I ultimately selected Tall Pine Roofing for my siding project, and I can honestly say the best experience I've ever had with a contractor.
Over the past ten years, I've hired many contractors for various home projects. This is the first company that has left me looking for additional projects simply because I would hire them again. When it's time to replace my roof, I won't be shopping around. Every time I pull into my driveway, I'm reminded how much they transformed my home. I deserved this.
Communication was excellent from start to finish. I worked with Tom Bibeau initially. The quotation and scope of work was professional, clear, and thorough. They contacted me well in advance to schedule the project, kept me informed about the delivery of the dumpster and materials, and consistently let me know what to expect throughout the installation.
One of the biggest lessons I learned during this entire process is that the installation crew matters more than the product itself. Tall Pine's crew, led by Dan, was exceptional. There were typically two to five installers on site each day. They were experienced, professional, precise, and respectful of my home. They worked as a coordinated team, cleaned up thoroughly each evening, and even made sure my dog gates were closed before leaving each day (a problem I had with a previous contractor). It genuinely felt like they treated my home as if it were their own.
The foreman was organized, communicative, and highly consultative throughout the project. Whenever they uncovered something unexpected, he explained the issue, discussed the options, and walked me through how they planned to correct it along with any associated costs.
One example stood out. After removing the old siding, they discovered that an enclosed porch addition had been built using pressure-treated lumber where aluminum trim would be installed. Because pressure-treated wood can react with aluminum over time, they proactively replaced the material with a more appropriate product at no additional cost. I never would have known the difference, but they chose to do it correctly rather than simply covering it up. It demonstrated their experience and attention to detail as well as a commitment to quality.
They consulted me on small finishing details like the color of the exterior outlets, dryer vent, and utility fixtures. I didn't realize I’d care about such things until I saw the finished result.
The crew arrived on time every morning and worked steadily throughout the day, sometimes even in less-than-ideal weather when conditions allowed. Watching the project unfold gave me a new appreciation for how much preparation goes into a quality siding installation. Removing the old siding, repairing areas as needed, installing house wrap, preparing trim, and carefully finishing every detail required far more work than I had imagined.
My installation took approximately two weeks. I have a larger home, the original siding had a significant number of nails to remove, and several days of heavy rain delayed progress.
Throughout the project, I was visited twice by the project manager and twice by the owner. They wanted to make sure I was happy with the work, answer any questions, and address any concerns before they became problems. My questions were minor, but each one was treated seriously and resolved promptly. That level of involvement gave me confidence that if a significant issue had come up, it would have been handled just as professionally.
At the time of writing, the siding installation is complete. The only remaining items are a few pieces of specialty window trim that were backordered and the gutter installation, which will be completed by a separate crew.
Looking back on the entire process, I made the right decision. The product is excellent, but more importantly, I have complete confidence in the people who installed it. For me, that ultimately proved to be the most important part of the project.
Final Result:
Certainteed Monogram. Color: Deep Mineral
Every homeowner dreads the idea of needing to replace their roof — at least we did. It’s expensive, it’s messy, it takes forever; the list of apprehensions goes on and on. We started researching once we had enough money set aside to complete the project and came across an ad for Tall Pine Roofing on Facebook and decided to give them a try since they offered free estimates. The salesman, Ben, who came to do our estimate was communicative, punctual, knowledgeable, and friendly. He gave us our quote, wasn’t pushy at all, and was even willing to work with us to find a plan that worked for our budget. The quote approval process was easy and scheduling was simple. The crew who came for install day was efficient and professional. We had just planted some new flowers in front of our house and we asked them to take care not to damage them and they were very respectful of our request. They did a thorough job cleaning up afterwards and we're very happy with the finished project.
I had thought I had an ant problem at my roof and called Tall Pines to come inspect for issues. They were professional and kind . Ultimately I needed to replace the roof in order to find any damage. Fortunately there were no ant related damages. But now I can rest easy knowing that it will last years. I appreciate all the time they spent answering my questions. They came with a great team that completed the project in one day!!
Thank you Tall Pine Roofing
I worked with Sean and the TPR crew and they are awesome! Sean is very knowledgeable and on top of every aspect of the job from start to finish. Highly recommend!
Awesome service provided by Tall Pine Roofing. Very informative and communicative throughout the process with the sales team answering every question along the way. Roof looks perfect and seems like they used really solid materials. Will definitely be using again and referring to others.
Tall Pine Roofing is the kind of crew you call when you just want the job done right the first time. They show up when they say they will and keep the jobsite clean from start to finish. Whether it’s a small repair or a full roof replacement, their work is solid and built to last.
I’ve personally known Sean for years, and he’s known for his integrity and strong work ethic. Roofing runs in his family, and with years of hands-on experience, he truly knows his craft. I’d recommend Tall Pine Roofing anytime.
I 100% recommend Tall Pine Roofing! The owner, Sean, is honest, kind and completely reasonable! Sean and his team were at their best and efficient! They talked to my 7 year old daughter while installing the windows answering all of her questions and showing her how to use some of the tools! I highly recommend calling them if you want the best job done!
Highly recommend Tall Pine Roofing. This company is incredible. We just got our roof done December 12th. This company went beyond and above my roof had a bunch of snow on it since we had 2 storms. Some how they shovel off our roof and took all the old shingles off and put new ones on in one day. Even my neighbors came to us the next day and said they were so impressed how they did all that in one day .. They didn’t even charge us for shoveling off the roof. Not to mention I had to reschedule them a few times cause my tree company keep needing to reschedule us . They were so easy to work. If we ever get a new house in the future we will hire this company again. Best company we have ever worked with . Thank you everyone at Tall Pine Roofing.. We really appreciate you guys. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
This is a great local company in Deerfield to work with. Ben, Kim, Kurtis, and Phil were very professional and made the entire process easy to navigate. The roof and skylight installation was quickly scheduled and the end result came out great. The actual crew doing the installation were highly skilled laborers and completed the installation in a single day. At Tall Pine, Ben and Kurtis provide the initial consultation. Phil was our project manager and has a wealth of knowledge in this field and Kim from the main office was also great to work with. Thanks again!
From beginning to the completion of the job, truly just an awesome company and crew to do business with. Highly recommend. Communication is the key to everything and these guys absolutely know what they are doing. Great job, done right and the clean up was awesome. They sided my garage, supplies were delivered and they did it the next day. Uf there was a 10 star option, i would have given it.
I hired Tall Pine Roofing and Siding to complete a full vinyl exterior and asphalt roof for a project in Rochester, NH. As a builder, I value working with professionals who meet price and schedule expectations. Shaun met expectations and more – adding detail work which saved me time down the road. Tall Pine delivered a durable, aesthetic exterior to meet my client's needs for decades to come.
Sean (owner) and Kurtis (Sales Person) did a fantastic job replacing our roof. They tore off 2 layers of roofing material and replaced sheets of ply wood before installing the new roof system. They also properly sealed around our stink pipe and our electrical pole. Their crew was amazing because they showed up, worked, and cleaned as they went. 2 roofs (our house and garage) were done in one day. The next day it poured rain and no leaks! Our place looks amazing! As I type this their subcontractor (603 Seamless Gutters) is installing gutters on our home and garage. Thank you 603 Seamless Gutter team for putting up with all my questions! You rock! I am beyond happy with both of these companies and recommend them with zero hesitation!
Tall Pine Roofing is excellent! Their customer service is outstanding, they go into great detail in their proposal, down to the type of nail they were going to use, I was highly impressed. Not something I have found with any other companies. They are fair and don’t try to gouge you or sell you something you don’t need, you can tell they are really looking out for you. They communicate every step of the way and are easy to get a hold of if you have any questions. Their team is like a well oiled machine and you can tell they love to make their customers happy and take great pride in their work. I would highly recommend Tall Pines Roofing and am so thankful that we found them. I will definitely be using them for any future projects we need and will be referring them to all my friends. They are the best of the best and it was truly a pleasure and blessing to get to work with them.
Thank you guys again so much!
Alyson and Dave
Professional, competent, thorough, attention to detail, showed up when scheduled, fair pricing, they truly checked all of the boxes for what we hope for when hiring someone for a project. Their work was impeccable and their attention to detail very refreshing. Sean came out several times to discuss and assess our siding project and was on site while it was being done. Very professional crew who clearly knew what they were doing. We will be using them again for future projects as they arise. Highly recommend!
I highly recommend Tall Pine Roofing. I had a leak in my roof and they were quick to respond and quick to get me on the schedule. I had the
pleasure of working with Nate and Kurtis, these two were very responsive and professional. Be sure to shop local and go with Tall Pine Roofing.
Tall Pine Roofing did an excellent job replacing my moms roof. They were professional, efficient, and communicative from start to finish. The crew worked quickly, maintained a clean worksite, and delivered high-quality results. The new roof looks great, and their warranty gives me peace of mind. Highly recommend!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 stars)
Sean and his crew were phenomenal! After past frustrations with other contractors, the Tall Pines team immediately put us at ease with their professionalism and transparency. Sean personally came over multiple times to walk us through different siding options, ensuring we made the best choice for our home. The quotes were detailed, clearly itemizing upgrades in a way that was easy to understand.
The installation team worked tirelessly, maintaining open communication throughout the entire process. Their attention to detail was second to none—if materials didn’t meet their high standards, they didn’t hesitate to send them back for better quality. From start to finish, their commitment to excellence and outstanding communication made all the difference. We couldn’t recommend them more highly!
Sean and his team at Tall Pine Roofing did an incredible job on my stairs and deck. Promptly came out to provide a quote and came in very competitive. Showed up each day on time and was up front and honest during the entire process. The quality of work was exceptional. Truly provided a professional level of detail to ever step of the process. Sean frequently engaged with me to ensure I was pleased with progress.
I would strongly recommend Tall Pine Roofing for any deck project you may have.
Whether it’s a triple-decker on the East Side, a cape in the North End, or a ranch on the West Side, we’ll come look at your roof, check the attic ventilation, and give you a straight, written price. Call (603) 866-4611 or request your free estimate online. If you’d like a number before we visit, start with the instant estimator.
