New asphalt shingle roof installed by Martin's Aluminum in Southbury, CT

A Roof Is the One Thing You Can't Cut Corners On

Your roof is the single most important system protecting your home — and in Western Connecticut it takes a beating. Heavy snow loads, ice dams, summer thunderstorms, and the freeze-thaw swings between them all work to find the weak point in a roof. For three generations, Martin's Aluminum Products has installed and repaired roofs across Southbury, Woodbury, Oxford, and the surrounding towns — work that holds up season after Connecticut season.

Whether you need a full replacement or a targeted repair, we give you an honest assessment and a clear, written estimate. We'll tell you when a repair is all you need, and we'll show you exactly what we found. No pressure, no scare tactics, no upsell — just the right fix for your home and a price you can plan around.

Every roof we install is more than shingles. Proper underlayment, ice-and-water shield at the eaves and valleys, correct flashing around chimneys and walls, and balanced attic ventilation are what actually make a roof last. That's the part homeowners can't see from the driveway — and it's the part we never skip.

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What We Handle

From a single problem area to a full tear-off and rebuild, we cover the roofing work Connecticut homes actually need.

Full Roof Replacement

Complete tear-off down to the deck, new underlayment and ice-and-water shield, architectural shingles, and proper ridge ventilation — installed to manufacturer spec.

Roof Repair

Leaks, missing or lifted shingles, failed flashing, and worn valleys fixed before a small problem turns into rotted decking or interior damage.

Storm & Ice Response

Wind, hail, and ice-dam damage assessed honestly — with clear help understanding repair versus replacement and your insurance options.

Roof Inspections

Know where your roof really stands before you buy, sell, or file a claim — with photos and a straight answer on how much life is left.

Finished roof replacement on a Southbury, CT colonial by Martin's Aluminum

Signs It May Be Time for a New Roof

Most roofs give you warning before they fail. If you're noticing any of these, it's worth a free inspection:

  • Shingles that are curling, cracking, blistering, or missing
  • Granules collecting in your gutters or at the base of downspouts
  • Dark streaks, moss, or visible sagging along the roofline
  • Daylight, water stains, or a musty smell in the attic
  • Flashing pulling away around chimneys, skylights, or walls
  • A roof that's 20+ years old, or one you've already patched more than once

Catching these early often means a smaller, cheaper fix. Left alone, water finds the decking, the insulation, and eventually the ceilings below.

Our Roofing Process

Straightforward, tidy, and respectful of your home — start to finish.

Inspection & Estimate

We climb up, look closely, and give you a clear written estimate with photos — no obligation.

Tear-Off & Deck Prep

Old material comes off, the decking is checked for rot, and anything soft gets replaced before we build back up.

Install Done Right

Ice-and-water shield, underlayment, drip edge, new flashing, shingles, and ridge ventilation — in the correct order.

Cleanup & Walkthrough

We magnet-sweep for nails, haul everything away, and walk the finished job with you before we leave.

Why Western CT Homeowners Choose Martin's

We're not a storm-chasing crew passing through town. Martin's Aluminum Products has been based in Southbury since 1961, and three generations of the same family have put their name on this work. A lot of our jobs come from neighbors who saw what we did down the street — and many of today's customers are the children and grandchildren of our first ones.

We roof homes throughout the region, with deep familiarity in Southbury, Woodbury, and Oxford. Because we live and work here, we know how local weather treats a roof and we're easy to reach long after the job is done. Want to see the difference our work makes? Take a look at our before & after gallery.

Roofing pairs naturally with the rest of what we do. Many homeowners have us handle their siding and seamless gutters at the same time, so the whole exterior is protected by one local team that stands behind all of it.

What Actually Makes a Roof Last

A roof is a system, not just shingles. These are the details that decide whether a roof lasts twelve years or thirty — and the ones we never skip.

Architectural Shingles

We install dimensional architectural asphalt shingles — thicker, more wind-resistant, and longer-lasting than old three-tab, with strong manufacturer warranties and a wide range of colors to match your home.

Ice-and-Water Shield

A waterproof membrane along the eaves, valleys, and penetrations — the single most important defense against the ice dams that plague Connecticut roofs every winter.

Balanced Ventilation

Proper soffit intake and ridge exhaust keeps the attic cool and dry, slows shingle aging, and helps stop ice dams from forming in the first place.

Flashing & Detailing

New step and counter-flashing at chimneys, walls, and skylights — where most leaks actually start — plus clean drip edge along every eave and rake.

It's the parts you can't see from the driveway that decide how long a roof lasts. We build every roof to the manufacturer's full specification, so the warranty holds and the roof performs through nor'easters, ice, and the freeze-thaw cycles that wear lesser work down.

Common Roofing Questions

Most residential roof replacements are completed in one to three days depending on the size of the roof, the materials, and the weather. We give you a clear timeline with your free estimate.
Curling or missing shingles, granules in your gutters, daylight in the attic, or active leaks are common signs. We inspect honestly and recommend a repair when a repair is all you need.
We primarily install architectural asphalt shingle roofing — the most popular and cost-effective choice for Connecticut homes — along with the underlayment, ice-and-water shield, flashing, and ventilation that make the system last. We're happy to walk through options during your estimate.
It depends on the size and pitch of your roof, how many layers need to come off, the condition of the decking, and the materials you choose. We give you an itemized written estimate up front so there are no surprises — and we'll never pressure you into more than you need.
Yes. After wind, hail, or ice-dam damage we'll inspect the roof, document what we find with photos, and give you an honest read on whether it's a repair, a replacement, or something your insurer should cover.
Yes. Martin's Aluminum Products holds Connecticut Home Improvement Contractor license #0638658 and carries full insurance on every job.

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Local, licensed, and doing this since 1961. Tell us about your roof and we'll take it from there.