About roofing in Wells
Wells runs from the dunes at Drakes Island and Wells Beach back through Moody and out along Route 109 into wooded neighborhoods. The same town includes some of the most salt-exposed roofs in York County and some of the most snow-loaded.
Many beachfront homes here are seasonal rentals, so owners often want a roof that needs little attention and can be scheduled around rental weeks.
Wells homes and roof styles
Near the water you'll find beach cottages, raised homes, and camps turned year-round, often with additions of different ages. Moody and the Route 1 area have mid-century capes and ranches. Along Route 109 and in Wells Branch, homes are mostly newer colonials, capes, and subdivision builds from the 1980s onward.
Weather exposure in Wells
Drakes Island, Wells Beach, and Moody Beach deal with salt spray, sand, and strong onshore winds that lift shingles and corrode metal. Inland, deeper snow and shaded lots make ice dams at the eaves the main concern.
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.
Where we work in Wells
We quote homes on Drakes Island, along Atlantic Avenue at Wells Beach, in Moody and Ogunquit Road areas, along the Route 1 corridor, and out Route 109 and Wells Branch. We specialize in full roof replacement. Options include asphalt shingles, standing seam metal, Brava composite, and an honest repair-or-replace answer on leaks. For coastal homes we also install Brava composite in cedar shake, Old World slate, and Spanish barrel tile profiles.