Roofing and chimney work in Madison
Madison is a borough of large late-1800s and early-1900s homes, tree-lined streets and two university campuses, Drew University and the Florham campus of Fairleigh Dickinson. The older housing carries steep roofs, dormers, slate on some homes and brick chimneys on most of them, many with multiple flues. Newer construction and condominiums exist, but the character of the borough is set by its older homes.
Asset Roofing & Chimney provides roof repair, roof replacement and chimney repair across Madison. We specialize in asphalt shingle and flat roofing, and we are experienced with the flashing, chimney and gutter work that causes many of the leaks on the older roofs here. For homes with slate, we can assess the roof and advise honestly on options. Estimates are free, and we are licensed and insured.
Housing in Madison
Madison's residential streets are lined with Victorian, Colonial Revival, Tudor and other late-1800s and early-1900s homes, generally large, with steep roofs, dormers and brick chimneys serving multiple fireplaces. Some retain original slate or have been reroofed in asphalt over the decades. Mid-century homes, townhouses and condominiums fill in around the edges, and the downtown has two- and three-story commercial buildings with flat roofs.
Weather and exposure
Madison's heavy canopy of mature oaks, maples and other street trees drops large volumes of leaves and branches onto roofs and into gutters, and keeps many roofs shaded and slow to dry. Winters are colder than Bergen County with more freeze-thaw cycles that work on old brick and slate. Summer thunderstorms and nor'easters bring wind-driven rain into dormers and chimney flashing.
