Middlesex County, CT's Trustworthy Roofing Services

This East Hampton, CT house was experiencing leaking during heavy downpours. During our estimate, we found that it was attributed to worn flashing around the chimney, which was letting in moisture. During a roof replacement, we inspect and seal every crevice so that your roof will perform how it's supposed to.

This home on gorgeous Lake Pocotopaug in East Hampton, CT looks outstanding with its new roofing system. The fine details of this job include an aluminum drip edge along the roof's perimeter, a Velux sun tunnel, new lead chimney flashing and four fixed deck mounted skylights. We also removed and replaced all of the rotted fascia and rake boards with primed pine trim boards.

This home on gorgeous Lake Pocotopaug in East Hampton, CT looks outstanding with its new roofing system. The fine details of this job include an aluminum drip edge along the roof's perimeter, new lead chimney flashing and four fixed deck mounted skylights. We also removed and replaced all of the rotted fascia and rake boards with primed pine trim boards.

Klaus Larsen removed all existing gutters & downspouts from the rear and front of the house, and installed new 5” white aluminum seamless gutters. We also removed the bottom two courses of vinyl from both areas between the garage doors, to expose the concrete and achieve a uniform siding height across all four sections.

This Connecticut shoreline roof turned out looking beautiful. The total roof replacement project included 6’ Ice & Water shield, synthetic underlayment, starter shingles, Owens Corning Duration architectural shingles, Owens Corning Hip & Ridge cap shingles, new chimney flashing and an F8 drip edge using stainless steel nails, which are recommended for beachfront homes.

The roof on this Ivoryton, CT Cape had some heavy moisture penetration in the main structure. We deemed that it would be suitable to replace this one concentrated portion of the main house without the garage or breezeway, in order to have a budget efficient project for the homeowner. We recycled the shingles we removed, and replaced the plywood that had been severely damaged by years of precipitation. A drip edge was applied near the gutters, and synthetic underlayment with Ice & Water shield was installed over the plywood. The finished shingles here are Estate Gray, from Owens Corning.  

This home in Higganum had an old three-tab roof with a shed dormer in the back. The owners wanted the flashing around the dormer to be replaced along with the roof. This is done after the roof is torn off and the Ice & Water shield is sealed down. Then a cedar clap board is removed to allow access behind the siding. Next, lead step flashing is installed behind the siding in a "L" shape so the metal also can go underneath the shingles. Then the clap board is replaced and the dormer is now protected from rain or water from ice dams.

One of the most common reasons to call a roofing contractor is because you need something repaired. Now many times the roof cannot be repaired but, as it was the case in Middletown, the gutter needed to be repaired. The gutter in the rear of the house was pulling away from the eves and allowing water to run into the basement. This problem had to be dealt with immediately before the next rain storm. The drip edge on the rear of the roof had also come apart. The gutter and drip edge were repaired the next day and the owners were very happy with the work. Now they could enjoy their home completely free of water.

In 2013 this home in Deep River needed a new roof and gutters. Although the old roof was past its useful life, the owners couldn’t pay for it up front. However, Klaus Larsen offers financing and the owners were able to get the roof replaced with comfortable monthly payments. The roof was replaced with a 50-year Owens Corning shingle and new aluminum seamless gutters. The Owens Corning roofing system provides a number of layers that protect your home. Ice & Water barrier and synthetic underlayment protect the plywood. Then the Duration shingles are nailed with purpose made cap shingles. The entire yard was cleaned up afterward. We provide our own dumpster to haul away and recycle the shingles back into asphalt. The nails were cleaned up and we offer $1.00 for each nail left behind. Klaus Larsen not only offers a 50-year warranty but a satisfaction with our work start to finish.

This grand house in Deep River had an old roof. The owners wanted to put solar panels on their house but the shingles were too old. That’s when they heard about Klaus Larsen Roofing. After a complete inspection, we found not only old shingles but old skylights. First, the old shingles come off and are brought down to the roof recycling center in Stratford, CT. Then the skylights are removed and replaced with Velux Skylights (S06). Next we install 9 feet of Weathercock Ice & Water barrier. Above that we nail down ProArmor Synthetic underlayment. The ProArmor protects the plywood but also allows moisture to evaporate through it. Finally, we use Owens Corning Duration Shingles with a 50-year full warranty. We offer this warranty because we are a Platinum Preferred Contractor with Owens Corning. In fact, we were the first. Whether it’s chimneys, skylights, or other details, Klaus Larsen Roofing has made Asphalt roofing our specialty.

The owners here in Chester were buying this home that needs some work before they moved in. The roof had some shingles that had fallen off, the skylights were leaking, and the flat roof addition needed to be replaced. The fascia boards around the addition were in terrible condition and they wanted the cupola looked at.

We first tore off the original layer and replaced all the plywood on the flat roof addition and replaced plywood in other areas of the house as needed. Next, we installed MuleHide commercial grade flat roofing on the entire addition. We also replaced all the fascia boards on the addition with Kleer PVC composite fascia boards. Once the plywood was done we installed 9 feet of Ice & Water barrier and ProArmor synthetic underlayment. Before the roof went on, we replaced the two leaking skylights and rehashed them. One of the skylights on a low-sloped roof and needed to be built up. Our production team has a lot of skill with skylights and carpentry work and they did a beautiful job with the skylight. Next, we installed Smart Vents around the main house and cupola to greatly improve the ventilation. This allows cold air to enter the attic and travel up through the ridge vent taking warm air away from the roof. Then we put the Slatestone Gray Owens Corning Duration shingles on the roof. The owners now can move into a roof with a 50-year warranty, all the leaks stopped, and a roof color that they love.

The owner of this home in Higganum had suddenly gotten leaks because of ice dams. Ice dams formed and then warmer weather came which began melting the snow and ice. The water came down and penetrated his roof, the rear dormer, and the skylights on the dormer. However, this was not the first time water had penetrated the roof. When the shingles on the back of the house were torn off, all the plywood had rotted and needed to be replaced. 15 sheets of plywood were used on the back of the house. Next, the old skylights were removed and boarded over. The owners decided the skylights were not worth the trouble of replacing and had us board them over with plywood. Once that was done nine feet of Ice & Water barrier was installed on the plywood and ProArmor Synthetic underlayment was installed above that. Then the Owens Corning Duration shingles (color: Brownwood) were installed and MuleHide flat roofing was installed on the dormer. The owners can now enjoy and leak-free home with a renewed roof deck and full 50-year warranty. 

We came out to look at a home in Clinton because of a sagging and leaking spot on the roof. The owners could not wait and longer and got the roof repaired. The owners had leftover shingles and supplied those for the repair. First, a few sheets of plywood were rotten and were replaced with new 1/2” CDX plywood. The rear half of one slope was torn off and new Ice & Water was installed above code. Then the replacement shingles were nailed on and new chimney flashing as well. We always replace the old, bent chimney flashing to prevent water from entering the house after a repair or replacement. When possible, we do repairs but often a repair is not possible. Shingles that are too old or have leaking issues can make repairs short lived. Sometimes you can have one area repaired and then have problems appear in another part of the roof. If you don't know if it is a repair or replacement, then give us a call. We offer free estimates and will give you a professional recommendation and assessment on your home.

It’s not every day that we replace the roof of a home that will soon not be a home. This building in Middletown was a multi-family home that the owner was turning into a doctor’s office. The current shingles were 3-tab shingles that were showing their age by curling at the edges. The owner also was experiencing problems with ice dams and had three old skylights in the roof.  We began by attaching tarps to the edge of the roof to protect the building. Next, we install a new 1/2” plywood deck on the tongue and groove boards that were in the older part of the building. The new part had the plywood replaced as needed. 

What did we do about the ice dam issues? First, we installed 9 feet of Ice and Water barrier. We always install extra Ice & Water so that we are well above code and well above the ice dams. Second, we improved the ventilation to reduce the amount of melting and refreezing that was occurring on the roof. So we installed SmartVents all along the roof. We cut a 2” slot in the plywood right above the gutter and running the entire length of the roof. This SmartVent brings cold air from below which then travels on a straight path out the ridge vent. Having a colder attic is going to reduce the amount of freezing and melting that causes ice dams. Finally, we installed a synthetic underlayment above the Ice & Water barrier and we laid Mod Bitumen flat roofing above the bay window. Lastly, the Owens Corning Duration shingles were installed and the skylights were replaced with three new Velux skylights. Our crews have a lot of experience with 2 story building and our sales reps will help you find the right solution for your needs and get your roof back into shape. Call us today for a free estimate and check out our case studies to learn more about what we do with multi-family homes.

The owners of this home visited a Hartford spring home show to find a contractor to replace their roof. Their home had a low slope (5/12 pitch) and four valleys on the roof. Their concern was that ice would not run off a lower slope or get stuck in the valleys. What ice dams do is build up on the roof edge and let water into the roof. We prevent this by installing 9 feet of Ice & Water barrier. We go above code to ensure that leaks are not caused further up the roof. We also fill all valleys with Ice & Water barrier because rain and snow run down the entire length of the valley.  Once the Ice & Water is installed, we put a synthetic underlayment near the top to let the roof deck breathe. We also counter Ice Dams by improving the air flow in the attic. A colder attic means fewer ice dams on the roof. So we installed a new corrugated Ridge Vent with thick cap shingles over it. The owners chose the Owens Corning Duration for their shingles: Color Amber. The owners were very happy with their new roof and the quick and clean job of our crew.

Large projects usually take contractors a long time to complete. Some roof replacements take days or weeks to tear off and then install the new shingles. However, Klaus Larsen Roofing is both efficient and effective with large projects. In Durham Connecticut, our crews replaced 3,200 sq ft of shingles on a house, garage, and barn roofs. The project started with the tear off of the old layer of shingles. All the plywood was inspected and rotten boards were replaced with new 1/2” plywood. We installed above the code with 9 feet of Ice & Water Barrier. ProArmor synthetic underlayment was used on the decking that remained unprotected. Finally, the new Owens Corning Duration Shingles (Color: Slatestone Gray) were installed. Each shingle comes with a SureNail strip highlights the exact nailing area while also reinforcing the nails. The entire project took one day to complete and clean-up afterward.

In Middletown, Connecticut, our crews replaced 2,300 sq ft of shingles on this beautiful country home. The project started with the tear off of the old layer of shingles. All the plywood was inspected and damaged boards were replaced with new 1/2” plywood. We installed 9 feet of Ice & Water Barrier and ProArmor synthetic underlayment was used on the decking that remained unprotected. Finally, the new Owens Corning Duration Shingles (Color: Slatestone Gray) were installed. Each shingle comes with a SureNail strip highlights the exact nailing area while also reinforcing the nails. One unique factor of this home was that we replaced all of the siding with brand new vinyl Mastic Carved Wood Siding. This home got a complete transformation from top to bottom. 

James W. of Moodus, CT was giving his home a complete exterior renovation, from new fresh paint to a new roof & gutters. He trusted Klaus Larsen Roofing with the job, and we delivered. We respected his request for waiting to start the job after his home got a fresh coat of new paint. When we were able to carry out our work, we did not disappoint. 

In terms of the roof, we removed & recycled one layer of roofing materials, including 10 sheets of damaged plywood decking. We then installed an Owens Corning Life Time Roofing System. This roofing system includes the Owens Corning Duration TruDefinition Shingles with patented SureNail technology. We then installed a brand new ridge vent which includes a weather protector moisture barrier & provides top-notch consistent attic ventilation. 

In terms of gutters, we removed the existing gutters on the home and installed brand new 5-inch aluminum seamless gutters & downspouts in the color white. Lastly, we installed new 5-inch Leaf Relief gutter guards on all gutters on both the garage & the home. 

We finished the job by removing the existing flashing around the chimney and replacing it with brand new lead flashing to further prevent leaking and water damage. This house is now complete thanks to Klaus Larsen Roofing!

This Dutch-Colonial family home in Killingworth, Connecticut was in need of service. After tearing off a layer of the existing roofing material, we installed an entirely new roof deck on both the front and rear slopes on the upper roof of the main house. We then removed the capped vent pipe from the family roof and roof over the opening. We proceeded to install Smart Vent eave vents on all the upper roof eaves in both the front and rear of the house. After installing ice & water barrier along the outside perimeter of the roof, we installed a Klaus Larsen Roofing System with IKO Cambridge Architectural Shingles in the color Weatherwood. We then installed a brand new 10-inch impact dome sun tunnel by Velux. This house is now complete with a brand new roof & sun tunnel, thanks to Klaus Larsen Roofing. 

The owner of this lovely one-family Cape home in Cobalt had purchased this home months before calling Klaus Larsen Roofing. An inspector informed them that they were due for a new roof, as it was growing moss and mold. There was a layer of existing asphalt roofing that we removed and disposed of. There were 3 damaged sheets of plywood decking on the roof decking that we replaced. We then inspected the rest of the wooden roof deck and re-secured all the decking as needed, using ring-shank plywood nails. Two rows of Ice & Water Barrier were then installed in order to protect the home from rain and snow. To provide additional weather protection, we installed a Synthetic Underlayment on the areas of decking that were not covered by the Ice & Water Barrier. Brown F5 aluminum drip edges and rake flashings were installed along the entire outside perimeter of the roof.

When it came down to shingles, we installed a Klaus Larsen Roofing System using IKO Cambridge Architectural Shingles. The homeowner chose the Dual Brown colorway to best compliment the appearance of his Cape-style home. A ridge vent was installed to maintain consistent attic ventilhation. To finish up this project, we replaced the existing vent pipe boot. This cozy Cape in Cobalt is now complete thanks to Klaus Larsen Roofing!

This barn job in Westbrook, Connecticut was referred to us by a local construction company and we were happy to help. To start this job, we tore away one layer of existing roofing material. Once the materials were disposed of properly, we used a magnetic roller to ensure that all the nails were cleaned up from the job site. Next, the roof deck was inspected and re-secured using ring-shank plywood nails. We found 3 sheets of plywood decking that were damaged and replaced them before weather-proofing the roof. Two rows of Ice & Water Barrier were installed, as well as a synthetic underlayment to protect the home from the elements. We then installed a brown F-8 aluminum drip edge and rake flashing along the entire outside perimeter of the roof. For shingles, we installed a Klaus Larsen Roofing System using IKO Dynasty Architectural Shigles in the Granite Black colorway. This barn is ready for anything now with it's brand new Klaus Larsen Roof!

This one-famiy home in Essex, CT was built in 1957, and the owner reported signs of leaking where the roof lines meet. To resolve this issue, we began the job by tearing away one layer of existing roofing material. After cleaning up the debris and inspecting the area for nails, we went on to inspect the roof deck. Upon inspection, three sheets of plywood decking were found to be damaged and in need of replacement. After replacing the damaged sheets and resecuring the rest of the decking with ring-shank plywood nails, we started the weather-proofing process. We installed two rows of TriBuilt Ice & Water Barrier as well as a synthetic underlayment in order to protect the home from the elements. For shingles, we installed a Klaus Larsen Roofing System using Cambridge Architectural Shingles in the Charcoal Grey colorway. A cricket was constructed behind the chimney to divert water and eliminate the existing blind valley. Finally, we replaced the existing chimney flashing and vent pipe boot. This Essex home is ready for anything thanks to Klaus Larsen Roofing!

We got a call from these people worrying about a leak around their chimney. They noticed the problem when they were pulling up carpet for a bedroom and noticed water beneath it! Leaks around the chimney often result from rusted or compromised flashing around the chimney.

This homeowner in Middlefield, CT had her home redone several years back and it started leaking. She had the same company come out to repair it, but it's leaking again. It's doing a lot of damage and she believed it was coming from the chimney. This is why you go with the right roofing company the first time around!

After a storm, the corner of this homeowner's roof peeling back along with part of the gutter! The insurance company confirmed that a roof replacement was needed and our sales rep worked with the homeowner and the insurance to ensure their roof was replaced and covered.

Klaus Larsen Roofing installed copper gutters for a home in Westbrook, Connecticut. Their old gutters had been spilling onto the side of their home due to the clogging. They had built up leaves and plants in them and were due for new gutters. They decided to put Raindrop onto of their copper gutters to prevent clogging for the future. 

A roof in Middletown, Connecticut was over 28 years old, the customers called us when they started having leaks in various spots in the house. This roof has two Pirma boots, no ridge vent, no chimney, and there is a satellite dish on the roof. The customer chose Granny Black for the new shingles we put on.

A house in Clinton, Connecticut has an attached townhouse, the roofs are not connected. This house had to use GAF weathered wood shingles. The house has three vent hoods and one vent pipe, the house also has a ridge vent, without a chimney. The house was built in 2001 and had the original roof still. The plywood was still in great condition! 

A home in Middletown, Connecticut had two full layers of shingles that needed to be ripped and replaced the house with attached garage. The homeowners had one chimney and one boot, with 3/4" decking. The entire house was even more beautiful once completed. Check out our photos here. 

A beautiful home in Old Saybrook, CT received a new roof replacement after the owners noticed a smell of mold. Once we took a closer look, we saw the rotting fascia and rake boards. The job was completed with a new roof using appalachian colored shingles.

A house with 30+ year old shingles had seen the end of its days! A home in Westbrook, Connecticut has two skylights that needed re-flashing, the house has two chimneys that are both sided. There was a ridge vent on the house and the home itself was pretty tall. The home was a full two-story house, very close to their neighbors. The overall project of the install took a day, exactly. 

Homeowners in Chester, CT were in desperate need of new gutters after noticing them starting to pull away from the house and being tired of constantly having to clean them. All the gutters on the house were replaced, including the ones on the garage. The Raindrop system was added on to protect the new gutters and gave these homeowners exactly what they wanted, self-cleaning gutters. 

A home in Comwell, CT needed a new roof. We started with ripping and replacing all 3 structures; the raised ranch, small pool house, and shed in the back. The plywood was needed on the shed but not on the main house. We replaced the boot and redid the chimney flashing as part of the roof replacement. Then end product was amazing!  

This house was built in 2004 and this is the original roof on the house. The wood in the attic is in good shape. There is a small leak on one side. There is no chimney, but there is one perma boot. The roof replacement color the owners chose was shadow brown.

Gutter Shutter job done in color brown to match a home in East Haddam, CT. Their siding was also a chocolate brown so the match was perfect! Needed a couple of long drain guards for this job and longer downspouts since the home was elevated. We included their garage too!

Homeowners in Old Saybrook, CT decided it was time to get a new roof on their home. They were previous  customers who received a roof repair on their barn last year. Recent heavy winds led to shingles blowing off the roof. There was some damaged plywood so new decking got laid down. The chimney also received new flashing. 

A beautiful home in Chester, Connecticut received new gutters and a whole new roof! The roof had a few shingles that had few off in a previous rain storm. The homeowners were proactive and called Klaus Larsen Roofing right away to come check things out. Our Sales Inspector Greg, was very honest, which provided the homeowners with a plethora of knowledge before making the big decision of replacing the roof and gutters. The end result was beautiful, they got Castle Grey shingles to match their light blue/grey siding. 

A ranch style house in Chester, Connecticut received our patented product called Gutter Shutter! The homeowners remembered seeing Klaus Larsen Roofing at a home show in Hartford, Connecticut. They recalled talking to one of our Sales Inspectors about Gutter Shutter preventing leafs from clogging the gutters, no more sagging from the heavy weight and storms, and the 20 year paint warranty attached to the purchase. These homeowners went with our classic white gutters that matched their beautiful home perfectly. We were so glad Klaus Larsen Roofing could provide outstanding service and guarantees for homeowners!

A cottage like home needed new skylights and new gutters for their just recently purchased home. The homeowners were so grateful to have purchased through Klaus Larsen Roofing as they had gone through a few other Sales personal before our team came to give a free quote. The previous homeowners had a warranty on their roof, so these customers wanted to wait a few more years before replacing the entire roof. Our Inspectors agreed there was still more life to their shingles! We replaced their skylights with Velux laminated venting skylights and flashed the surrounding area with special Klaus Larsen flashing. We had our Gutter Shutter team of professionals come out to install their new Gutter Shutter as well, making sure to get the garage too. Overall, our customers were very happy with the results!

A customer in Chester, Connecticut received a 6x11 mailer from Klaus Larsen Roofing. They noticed it was for Roof Cleaning and it even had a very good discount coupon attached. They called Klaus Larsen Roofing to hear more about what the Roof Cleaning does exactly and were thrilled to hear nothing on their property would need to be moved or would be ruined. After further discussion, the customer wanted a quote, so we gave her one, over the phone using our satellite view of her home, we were able to receive exact measurements and provide an accurate price she could pay with a credit card over the phone. This was very easy, informational, and effective. The customer said she would be recommending us to do her neighbors roof cleaning as well!

Homeowners in Clinton, CT wanted to get a repair on their roof before putting in on the market. There was a small leak around the ridge vent and the plane had some nails popping up which also was a contributing factor. The roof also got a full cleaning in addition to the repair. 

This homeowner in Portland, CT was experiencing leaks from heavy rains, so they reached out to us because their roof needed replacing. We installed a full Klaus Roofing System, all in one day! Even the snow couldn't prevent our dedicated team to provide our WOW! Service for this homeowner The Klaus Roofing Way! To protect the home and prevent leaks in the future, we first replaced any damaged plywood decking and laid down our Klaus Larsen Roofing SealoronXT Ice & Water self-sealing membrane to create a moisture barrier between the decking and the shingles. For even more protection, we installed our own Velora One Underlayment, a high performance synthetic underlayment designed to protect the home in even the most severe weather. We also took the extra step to protect the home by taping the the plywood steams with our all-weather SealoronXT Deck Tape—it's the Klaus Roofing Way! To top it off, for new asphalt shingles, we installed IKO Dynasty Architectural Shingles featuring a 1-1/4" nailing area made with a tough reinforcing woven band for incredible nail-holding power to protect the home against Mother Nature's fury. The homeowner choose the shingle color Granite Black for their new roof.

This homeowner in Middletown, CT was experiencing leaks due to the heavy rain storms, specifically between the bricks around their chimney. They chose us to replace their roof with a full Klaus Roofing system which comes with our 50-year roofing warranty. This homeowner also had solar panels on their roof, so we worked with the homeowner to coordinate with their solar company to remove the panels before the roof replacement work begins. Once the solar panels have been removed, our team was able to get install the new roof, all in one day. And once the roof replacement has been completed, the homeowner can reinstall their solar panels. 

To protect the home and prevent leaks in the future, we first replaced any damaged plywood decking and laid down our Klaus Larsen Roofing SealoronXT Ice & Water self-sealing membrane to create a moisture barrier between the decking and the shingles. For even more protection, we installed our own Velora One Underlayment, a high performance synthetic underlayment designed to protect the home in even the most severe weather. We also took the extra step to protect the home by taping the plywood steams with our all-weather SealoronXT Deck Tape—it's the Klaus Roofing Way! We also removed and replaced the flashing on the chimney with new lead flashing.

To top it off, for new asphalt shingles, we installed IKO Dynasty Architectural Shingles featuring a 1-1/4" nailing area made with a tough reinforcing woven band for incredible nail-holding power to protect the home against Mother Nature's fury. The homeowner chose the shingle color Emerald Green for their new roof.

Check out our before and after to see the transformation of this homeowner's roof!

Gutter Shutter is a permeant solution to sagging and clogged gutters. With the strongest gutter bracket in the industry, which support the back of the gutter, the front, and the hood, Gutter Shutter is industry leading and a reliable product. The hood keeps any leaves and debris out, and also has small perforations on the hood that slowly let the water in, preventing a quick flow that could overflow the gutter. With water weight 8lbs. per gallon, it's important to have a gutter that can support your home. Gutter Shutter can do just that!

This homeowner in Centerbrook, CT, needed a roof repair on their garage roof. A branch had fallen and damaged the exterior and interior. Klaus Larsen Roofing got to work by stripping off the old shingles and inspecting the plywood that lay beneath. Any damaged plywood then was replaced with fresh decking, giving this garage a new start with a strong roof. After the new plywood boards are placed, the SealoronXT Deck Tape is applied, which will keep water from slipping through the plywood cracks. On top of this, the Ice&Water membrane is placed. This extra protection goes on all edges of the garage roof, ensuring protection from wind, rain, ice, and water. Lastly, before the shingles, Klaus Larsen applies the Velora One Roof Underlayment, which covers the rest of the plywood, giving a durable defensive layer between the roof deck and shingles. Once the shingles are applied the roofing is complete, and this homeowner now has a safe garage again!