Midcoast, Cumberland County
Harpswell is almost all shoreline. Homes on Harpswell Neck, Orr's Island, Bailey Island, and Great Island take wind and salt from more than one direction, and many are seasonal, so a small leak can go unnoticed for months.
Jeff or Aaron inspects every Harpswell roof in person. We get on the roof, photograph what we find, and, with your permission, check the attic or crawl space. If you're away, we can send you the photos and a written summary.
Harpswell has weathered capes and fishing-era homes in the harbors, shingle-style summer cottages on the points, and newer year-round homes on the water. Many sit on narrow lots at the end of long roads, which we plan for when we stage a job.
Salt is the constant here, and exposed points take nor'easters head-on. We spec corrosion-resistant fasteners and flashing, higher wind ratings, and full ice-and-water coverage at eaves and valleys. Standing seam and Brava composite are both strong choices for long-term homes.
Replacing anyway? A roof built to the IBHS FORTIFIED standard may qualify for Maine's planned Fortify grants, expected to open in the 2027 construction season. See our Fortify Maine roof grant guide.
We serve homes on Harpswell Neck, Orr's Island, Bailey Island, and Great Island, in Cundy's Harbor, and around Mackerel Cove. We specialize in full roof replacement. Options include asphalt shingles, standing seam metal, Brava composite, and an honest repair-or-replace answer on leaks.
Recent work
A full reroof of this Yarmouth home and garage, start to finish in one day. Everything came off and everything is new: drip edge, ice and water shield, synthetic underlayment, IKO architectural shingles, and a new ridge vent. Before the roof went on, we took the time to clean up the chimney brick and renew the flashing, one of those small extras that gets skipped on a lot of jobs, and one of the first places an older roof shows its age.
See the full project
When a late-summer microburst tore through the greater Portland area, a tree came down on this Yarmouth home, straight through the roof and into the truss system. This wasn't a shingle patch: it meant working with the homeowner, their insurance company, the town, and an engineer to rebuild the damaged framing correctly. New structural members went in alongside the originals, fresh sheathing closed the deck, and the roof went back together over it. Storm repairs like this are part of what we do, and doing them right means getting the structure right first.
See the full projectLocal roofing conditions in Harpswell
Wind exposure
High to extreme on the islands and points
Preferred system
Standing seam or Brava composite shake
Common issue
Corroded fasteners and flashing on exposed homes
Climate & exposure: With water on nearly every side, salt is the constant in Harpswell. We spec corrosion-resistant fasteners and metals and higher wind ratings on exposed homes.
Neighborhoods we work in
We serve homes across these Harpswell neighborhoods and streets:
New roofs
Full tear-off and replacement in asphalt, standing seam metal and Brava composite, most installed in a single day.
Distinctive
Synthetic slate and cedar shake weighed against asphalt, metal, and the real thing: cost, lifespan, and fit.
Authorized installer
Authorized Brava contractor: Cedar Shake, Old World Slate, and Spanish Barrel Tile with a 50-year limited warranty.
Coastal favorite
Concealed-fastener standing seam and coastal-rated metal systems with Kynar finishes and engineered snow retention.
Most popular
Architectural and dimensional asphalt shingles installed to manufacturer spec, built to weather a Maine winter.
Leaks & storm damage
Leaking, ice dams or storm damage on an older roof? We'll tell you honestly whether it's time for a new one.
Specialty
Too high or steep to walk safely, or access restricted? A licensed drone pilot flies it (paid add-on), alongside our in-person inspection.
Google reviews
"Jeff and Aaron were amazing right from the first phone contact with Jeff onto the first in person meeting with Jeff and Aaron all the way to the very end of the installation. Everything was explained thoroughly to me and I had a very good …"
"Aaron & Jeff are exceptional to work with. The roof was done on schedule, looks awesome and clean up was perfect. I would recommend them to everyone."
"The best!! I felt very comfortable and taken care of working with Pine & Gable. They were super honest and transparent during the whole process, and their level of craftsmanship is unmatched. My new roof looks so great and I could be happier with how smooth the entire process went"
Yes, on the islands connected by road, such as Orr's, Bailey, and Great Island. Narrow lots and long roads take some planning for staging and dumpsters, which we cover in the written quote.
Standing seam metal and Brava composite both stand up well to salt and wind. A premium shingle with corrosion-resistant fasteners is a lower-cost option. We'll recommend what fits after we've inspected the roof.
Ready when you are
No pressure, no gimmicks. Just a free estimate, an exact written quote, and a roof built for Maine weather.
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