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The Great American Roofing Company

  • 174 NJ-17, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
  • Commercial Roofing
  • Residential Roofing
  • 24/7 Emergency Repairs
  • Financing Available
  • Licensed & Insured
Hours
Mon7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Tue7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wed7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thu7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Fri7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sat7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sun7:30 AM - 9:00 PM

About the Business

At The Great American Roofing Company, located in Upper Saddle River, NJ, we specialize in a comprehensive range of roofing services tailored for both residential and commercial projects. Our expertise spans roof deck repair, gutter installation, and various roofing systems including rubber, tar and gravel, and tile. We also offer soffit and fascia services, along with green roofing solutions, ensuring that we can manage complex projects from inception to completion. Our organization and attention to detail are evident in every project we undertake. We pride ourselves on delivering durable, high-quality results that provide long-term value to our clients. With a well-coordinated team behind us, we approach each job with a commitment to consistency and reliability, ensuring that every aspect of the project is meticulously handled. Whether you are in Mine Hill Township or the surrounding regions, we are equipped to meet your roofing needs with professionalism and expertise.

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Donna Conrad
Jul 7, 2025

They replaced our roof last week and did a great job! The work was well done, cleanup was easy, and their price was reasonable compared to other companies. We were really happy with their service and would highly recommend them.

Alma Munoz
Jun 16, 2025

The communication, timeframe, installation and all the team who work with us to replace the roof was awesome. It is 100% recommended.

George Strauch
Apr 22, 2025

We had one huge side of our church roof done the other day, they were done in one day, and they left the outside cleaner and it was before they got there. I was amazed. I would highly recommend them.

LYNN ZYSKOWSKI
Mar 8, 2025

After many companies quoted a new roof for our Dutch Colonial we decided to contract The Great American Roofing Co. Although we were happy immediately with the crew and their careful work, only the past 5 years has shown us how great their work truly is. Our 100 year old home is in a high wind area. The roof is beautiful and all the repairs have stood the test of time. Several neighbors have used them since and have the same regard for GAR.Great family business! Thank you!

Jeff & Jenn Long
Mar 4, 2025

From start to finish the crew at GARC was great to work with. Ryan who came out to review our options and provide an estimate was very helpful and Stephen and his team arrived on time, got right to work and left the property as clean as it was before they started. I highly recommend talking with them about your next roofing needs.

Anthony Dunleavy
Mar 3, 2025

The Great American Roofing Company provided an exceptional experience from start to finish. Their team was incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and responsive throughout the entire process. They explained all options and kept the work area clean. Highly recommend them for any roofing needs.

Bob Kelly
Feb 27, 2025

Very professional and detailed sales presentation. Scheduled job to days good for us. Explained install process upon arrival, minimal disruption to our routine , professional workmanship and meticulous clean up. Installed 35 squares in one day. Very competitive pricing and outstanding quality. Will highly recommend them for quality installation.

Ellen Raupp
Feb 26, 2025

Larry and the team at Great American Roofing did the roof on our home a few years ago. We were very pleased with the quality of the work. When a dripping sound started several weeks ago, Larry was right by our side helping us navigate a situation that doesn't even involve an issue with the roof, which is still perfect! Larry has acted with the utmost integrity and such concern for helping us solve this issue. He's really gone above and beyond. Highly recommend!!

Dean Cobin
Nov 27, 2024

Our experience with Great American Roofing was excellent. Every aspect of the job, from quote through completion, was handled with exceptional professionalism. Their price was highly competitive, and they used the best quality products in the industry. Our project included six custom skylights, a new gutter system, and a newly constructed roof over a bay window, all meeting or exceeding my expectations. They communicated with us every step of the way, addressing any concerns we may have had. They were neat and careful throughout our landscaping. We are so pleased with the results, and I highly recommend them.

Christopher Belmonte
Oct 25, 2024

These guys are fantastic. Ryan spent an hour walking me through everything I felt that I needed to know, and that's about 45 minutes more than anyone else would consider giving you. Their prices are extremely competitive, and they made me feel comfortable with the entire process. The day of roof replacement took about 7 hours which is incredible speed. They were in and out, and you would never know they were there if not for the new roof! Would highly suggest working with this company if you need a new roof.

Janet Notarfrancesco
Oct 24, 2024

From the moment we met Ryan, we knew we picked the right company. He was exceptional in his knowledge of roofing, no pressure, gave us info on warranty that wasn’t offered by others. The job was completed quickly and the area left very clean. Any minor adjustments were made after job was completed. They are honest and were a pleasure to work with. The foreman, Steve, was amazing too, he stayed on the premises the entire time. The owner Larry took the time to bring shingles and help us pick out the best match for our house. Exceptional service.

Anthony D
Sep 10, 2024

Great American Roofing Company has done two of my houses, and both times they were excellent from start to finish. Their team, especially Ryan and Stephen, is professional, reliable, and their craftsmanship is top-notch. They stick to their timelines, offer fair pricing, and keep everything clean. I highly recommend them for any roofing needs!

Kathy Farley
May 18, 2024

Great roofing company to work with. Not only does the roof look great but they were on time day of scheduled roofing, kept me apprised of milestones, very easy to communicate with (from sales through completion) and top notch site cleanup.

William Daly
Apr 10, 2024

Everything went perfectly from speaking with Ryan the salesman who was very professional to Steven and his crew who got the job done in a timely and professional manner also. I would highly recommend great American roofing

Galina
Apr 5, 2024

Thank you GARC for an amazing work!
The great company, indeed!
Would recommend to everyone who are planning to replace the roof.

steve Karow
Mar 24, 2024

When having to replace the roof on your home it can be a very upsetting process due to the extensive cost involved. We are 100% sure we made the right choice going with GARC.
We had seen at least 3 other roofing companies and only Ryan was interested in going into my attic to see how the structure of the home was and make sure there were no issues from the inside out.
He then explained the issues we were having and what GARC would do to fix these with their new roof system.

When we met with the other roof companies we felt they would replace the roof but were not comfortable with them.

Pricing was definitely and issue and when we weighed all we did not go with the cheapest nor the most expensive. GARC was very competitive and with their warranty we felt that was most important for the future.

Stephen and his crew finished our job in one day when we were told at least 2. They worked from dawn to dusk to get our job done.

A week later and we had 3” of rain fall. The home was perfectly protected and no issues.

GARC is a family run business and not a large conglomerate. They are extremely accommodating and friendly to work with.

I cannot recommend them more if you are looking to replace your roof.

Thom Herron
Feb 28, 2024

I highly recommend Great American Roofing for any of your roofing needs. Very professional and clean. The estimate process went very smoothly and Ryan walked me patiently through all the details. Steven was a great on-site Forman, kept the team on track and did an excellent job at completing the job on time and on budget. Thanks GARC! A job well done.

emil canlas
Jan 24, 2024

My roof was replaced in January, (a cape w/ garage + 400 sf extension), and The Great American Company "do what they say and say what they do". Very, very efficient and professional. I am very pleased with their workmanship!

Mat Helm
Dec 14, 2023

Wow! I've never left a review before, but I just had to say Larry from GARC was a lifesaver. He led me through the whole process of all it takes for a legitimate roofing company to complete a project to it's full potential, no cutting corners, which, after showing him my contract offered by a local roofing company, he was displeased with the vagueness of the job description, and helped me revise the contract, not once, but twice.Larry's guidance not only helped me through it, but in a silent way helped the local roofing company realize what it takes to complete a project professionally.

Stephanie Smith
Dec 13, 2023

I can’t say enough good things about The Great American Roofing Company. We now have a beautiful new roof, and we couldn’t be happier.
Larry, the owner, Ryan, the operations manager, Andrea, the office manager, and Stephen, the head foreman were all great to work with. They were knowledgeable, professional, honest, friendly, and helpful. No pressure, and no requests or questions were left unanswered. What could have been a painful and stressful experience, turned out to be a smooth and easy process.Their expertise and friendliness added to the overall positive atmosphere. And to top it off, the roof replacement cleanup was perfect. Larry and his team went above and beyond to ensure a seamless and satisfying experience.
So all in all, excellent customer service and quality craftsmanship. We highly recommend GARC to everyone.

Cailyn Lynn
Dec 12, 2023

Summary:
Highly recommend, especially for a newer homeowner who is still learning like us. They are a company you can trust to do a great job for a fair price.

Details:
After meeting with 3 other companies in the area, we ultimately chose GARC based on its Master Elite GAF status. We have a friend in commercial roofing who told us how distinguished and important it is. They unquestionably live up to the hype.

Ryan was our salesperson - he came to the house at our convenience. He thoroughly explained the entire process, let us touch the materials and ask questions. We were given a very reasonable quote (based on calculations our friend did for us ahead of time) to replace our home and carport roof with the highest standard shingle as well as replace all of our gutters and downspouts including leaf guards.

Andrea helped schedule us for installation and was understanding and accommodating when we had to reschedule. There was a 2-week lead time. They took care of all the permits for the dumpster, etc. (which the town made very difficult for them - definitely went above and beyond on this front).

Steven was our project manager and he came with a large team at 7am on our scheduled day. They worked hard all day long, finishing the project about 4:30pm just as daylight began fading. They were respectful of our property and landscaping, cleaned up after themselves thoroughly, and were courteous.

Roof looks great and we are very happy.

Dianne DaSilva
Dec 1, 2023

We had the roof replaced on our house, garage and barn. Steve was the Forman to watch over entire project,I would give him a 11 if i could,he even added a cricket to the rear of our fireplace chimney. We couldn't ask for a better person, job whent smoothly the crew got all done in 1 day including new gutters. Every scrap of old roof picked up and gone. If you need a new roof this is the company to call.

Boaz Webb
Nov 28, 2023

Replaced a roof with them last month. They got the job done in 1 day instead of 2. Fast reply when I contacted them for a quote. From 5 contractors - they were the ones who showed the most interest in the job. Price was definitely fair. Gave a professional quote and advisory. The whole team was available, courteous and on time from start to finish. A pleasurable experience. I definitely recommend them.

Andy Kadzban
Nov 18, 2023

Highly recommend Great American Roofing Co. Ryan helped us figure out where our roof was leaking and all the problems with the old install. The price was better than a couple others with a 50yr warranty. Install day was great. Crew was very professional and did a great job. They left the yard very clean. All around great work!

Laurie Agnello
Nov 9, 2023

Great Job guys. From Ryan the sales manager to Thomas the head foreman. Thomas, one of the owners sons was right there every step of the way. The work crew was professional, experienced and motivated. My house looks transformed. The positive reviews is what lead me to use this company and I’m thankful I did. Keep up the good work Thomas, Ryan and the crew.

Bonnie Snediker
Nov 5, 2023

Our entire experience with GARC was pleasant, easy, and reassuring. We needed our roof replaced on a short timeline and they accommodated that. Everyone we worked with or even spoke to on the phone was very professional and kept us informed all through the process.
Ryan, the salesman, explained our options very thoroughly, and did the most extensive inspection of our roof and attic out of anyone else who gave an estimate. The work was actually performed ahead of schedule, and the crew was efficient, pleasant, and left our property very clean. Stephen, the foreman, was there for the job as well, and took plenty of time to explain how to maintain the attic fan and how we can avoid future issues with the roof that we have had in the past.
In addition, the cost was in line with other estimates, but we also got a new attic fan installed and higher quality shingles than what other contractors proposed to use.
We are very pleased with the work and the overall experience, and we would highly recommend GARC and hire them again in the future.

Ana Figueredo
Nov 4, 2023

I thought they were absolutely WONDERFUL !
Very fair pricing and professional . Showed up w a team and a supervisor . Worked quickly and efficiently . Cleaned up everything on departure. They came highly recommended and with confidence and pleasure, I also , highly recommend GAF . Family owned business with decades of experience.
A.F.

Margot Peyton
Nov 3, 2023

Five plus stars! The entire experience from beginning to insulation was amazing. Family owned and operated and a pleasure to work with. All professional , personable and knowledgeable. They go above and beyond to get the job done!

Jeanne Cross
Oct 30, 2023

Came and gave us a quote showing the whole GAF system and how it works in replacing roof. Appreciated that it was a whole system not just what a roofer thinks. Fit us in early knowing we were having a major problem. Cleaned up everything.

Steven Carmosino
Oct 25, 2023

GAR did an amazing job! We got nearly 8 bids. No one was close to being as professional as Ryan explaining the job and Stephen running the job, he was on site every step of the way to solve problems and answer questions. I have a fairly large roof, shingles were on in a day and gutters the next day. The office was very friendly and pleasant. All for a great price. If you don’t talk to them you are missing out on an experience you would never expect with a contractor!- TY GAR!

Mike Karcher
Oct 21, 2023

I needed a new roof installed due to leaks when it rained.
Ryan spent an hour with me going over the job, materials, and warranty. He beat my two other offers by 25%.
Steve and his crew came to do the job. They were on time both days, worked non stop, and cleaned up immaculately.
Larry the owner stopped by several times throughout and made sure the job was going smoothly.
I’d use GARC again without hesitation.

Taylor Casey
Oct 13, 2023

Had a fabulous experience working with the Great American Roofing Company. They were thorough, professional, and pleasant. I would recommend them to anyone looking for any roof work!

playaman21 Mike
Oct 7, 2023

On the day of roof installation I was greeted by Larry the owner of great American Roofing They were prompt courteous and professional The Crew Foreman Nelson Was there every step of The way The crew finished off the job and cleaned up I was amazed at how fast the job was done And the yard surrounding the roof was clean no nails no wood no old Shingles Very professional job I would recommend them to anybody
From the Maratene family thank you ALL ACES

Theodore Burbella
Oct 7, 2023

We are extremely satisfied with GARC company from the beginning of our first contact until the completion of our roof. Ryan the operations manager was very personable, knowledgeable, and spent a lengthy amount of time explaining the entire process including the estimate. After we decided to hire them we worked with Andrea the office manager to schedule our installation of our new roof. Unfortunately, we had constant rain for weeks which set us back a bit. But she went above and beyond to fit us into their busy schedule as quickly as possible. On the day of the installation Stephen the head foreman showed up early. He kept us informed of the entire process step by step and was very pleasant to work with. Stephen and the entire crew worked nonstop and diligently. We are 100% satisfied with the end result. Our roof looks amazing with our GAF Timberline HDZ weathered wood shingles. We highly recommend GARC to everyone.

Patricia Queen
Oct 2, 2023

My neighbor recently had their roof redone. Seeing the beautiful result and the professionalism of the crew - I wanted that company!
The Great American Roofing Company came highly recommended and things came together quickly.
Ryan (salesman and initial contact) was knowledgeable, able to address concerns both on the inside and outside of our home. He explained/discussed exactly what we needed, quickly lining up a date for our job.
Stephen (foreman), was just as knowledgeable and it was reassuring he was on the job all day, hands-on with his crew… all of whom seemed to work tirelessly. As promised, a beautiful new roof was finished by the end of the day, even though the crew “uncovered” some unforeseen problems along the way.
I highly recommend GARC for anyone interested in a seasoned, professional company who truly listens to customers needs and concerns, delivers prompt, reliable service and takes pride in a job well done.

Caulfield Family
Sep 21, 2023

Ryan was our initial contact. He explained everything very well. Steve and his crew did the work. The job went very smoothly. They cleaned up meticulously. Our new roof looks great.

Rachel Rosenblatt
Sep 14, 2023

Great American Roofing were absolutely wonderful to work with! Ryan and his team did an amazing job! He was detailed, when explaining what they would be doing to the roof and gave us the step-by-step process to help us truly understand what was going to be done. Then the day of putting the new roof on, the team worked efficiently and ensured that there was no mess left behind. We couldn’t be more thankful and now we know that our house is safe with this brand new roof. I would highly recommend them to all my friends and family. They did a great job!

John Bolkema
Aug 31, 2023

Stephen and his crew were awesome, they showed up and gave me a very detailed proposal and a very competitive price. I highly recommend him and his company!
House and barn completed in 2 days start to finish!

Thomas
Aug 27, 2023

We had a great experience with Great American American Roofing company. From the initial consultation by Ryan, finding the right materials and the work which needed to be done to replace the work. The scheduling was very easy, working around our schedule. The work was performed very quickly and professional. Everybody we worked with from The Great American Roofing Company was very friendly and helpful. Overall a very good experience .

Rob Dondero
Aug 22, 2023

Professional staff from sales person down to the crew. finished our roof in one day, cleaned up and made sure everything was the way it was before they arrived.

Harold Kirschenbaum
Aug 18, 2023

Very good experience. Ryan did a wonderful job explaining the process and provided a fair estimate. The crew came as scheduled and did a wonderful job; including an excellent cleanup. No complaints at all! Highly recommend for a new roof.

Rasul Kouliev
Jul 21, 2023

I had an outstanding experience with this roofing company! From the moment I contacted them, their team was incredibly nice and attentive, answering all my questions with patience and professionalism. The service they provided was remarkably fast, completing the roofing job efficiently without compromising on quality. Their expertise and helpfulness made the process stress-free. I highly recommend this company to anyone in need of roofing services!

Grace Wang
Jul 13, 2023

They did an amazing job. Super quick, our complex roof and gutter system was done in just two days. Everyone, from the operations manager to foreman to the workers, were professional, communicative, and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.

Travis Cameron
Jul 13, 2023

We just had Great American Roofing finish their work on our house and they did an excellent job. Not only were they efficient but they were fast, bringing in two teams and finishing the entire job (3500 sq fr + roof, chimney takedown, new gutters, replacement of some rot) in two days. They are a local family owned business, so knew our area well and took care of all of the permits as well as dealing with any town officials that stopped to check in on the project. They left the worksite spotless and swept the entire property for nails afterwards as well!

Jason Fernandes
Jul 3, 2023

While looking to get my roof and gutters replaced, I received about 10 estimates from contractors. I ultimately decided on GARC because Ryan listened to my concerns and came up with solutions for them. Ryan was also very responsive and answered all my questions right away. Even after I received my initial estimate and wanted to change some things, Ryan provided a new estimate right away.

We had some weather issues that kept pushing the date back, but GARC kept me up to date.

For the job itself, the foreman was super easy to work with, answered all of my questions, and provided updates as the project went along. The foreman was also the first one there and the last to leave and stayed throughout the whole project, not just someone stopping by every couple of hours. The workers were respectful, efficient, and kept the work site as clean as possible.

I am extremely happy with the overall craftsmanship and would recommend GARC to anyone looking for a roofing contractor.

Clare Kane
May 26, 2023

In 2015 I had a roof install by Great American Roofing Company and was extremely impressed with them at that time. So I called last week because I desperately needed to identify gutter drainage solutions and met with Ryan. He was terrific. He demonstrated professionalism and patience - spending time with me to review my property and explain his recommendation for the best drainage option that should alleviate my problem. I will definitely contact Great American again!

Camille Algren
Feb 14, 2023

The owners and staff were on time, professional and friendly. Their response time to supplying a quote and pricing were excellent. I wish I had known about them when I last replaced my roof because I would have used them and saved money, time and would have dealt with knowledgeable people. If asked I would recommend them to anyone needed their roof replaced.

Frank Palladino
Feb 10, 2023

Very professional. Roof was repaired as-promised, on-time, great quality. There was a team of 10 installers that all knew their function - seamless operation.

Ryan Robbins
Jan 25, 2023

I’m in the process of purchasing a home, and asked Ryan to inspect the roof to see if there are any issues the need to be addressed. He came next day, did a thorough evaluation, and gave me an inspection report/estimate for the work that needed to be done shortly after. Highly recommend using Ryan for your roofing needs.

Steve Yanez
Jan 17, 2023

We had a really good experience with Great American Roofing . The entire team was professional from start to finish . Steven ( the owners son ) was our job manager and he took care of every detail on the job site , so our landscaping and lighting had complete protection the entire time . The project took 2 1/2 days to complete and the property looks great after with virtually no debris. I Highly recommend this company.

Chris Clasen
Dec 15, 2022

Great American did a great job with our roof replacement. We had a few estimates and their number was fair/competitive. We moved forward with Great American because Ryan was very responsive and informative throughout the process, including information regarding the warranty. And they were reasonably local (ie not coming from out-of-state). Stephen and Thomas who were onsite for the job were excellent. At the risk of overstating it, we had one issue/question several months later and they responded/addressed it, no questions asked. This is what you want/expect from a fairly material investment like a new roof.
Before moving forward, I had spoken to a couple previous clients of Great American and they too were happy.
Id recommend giving them a shot.

Richard Yar
Sep 24, 2022

This was a complicated project that also coincided with a solar panel installation. Ryan came out immediately to give me advice and a fair quote. He went above and beyond to help me with an insurance claim - even when the company was being difficult. Ryan also worked seamlessly with my solar installation company to arrange scheduling and payment. On the installation day, extensive rot was found in the original underlay - adding complexity to the job. The whole team was professional, hard working and their cleanup was immaculate. They are offering quality product and a top of the line warranty on materials and labor. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

Megan Crow
Sep 14, 2022

I used TGARC to replace a roof on a rental property in Allendale. I worked with Ryan throughout the entire process and he was wonderful. He was very responsive, from the very first inquiry, all the way through the completion of the job. The price was fair, especially for the additional work needed once the shingles were removed. The home was built in 1919 and the current roof was over 25 years old and Ryan wasn't sure exactly how much of the plywood needed to be replaced during the initial inspection. He was upfront about that and we knew the cost we received could increase due to the condition of the wood once the work started. I was kept informed of the additional supplies needed on the day of the job so I didn't receive an invoice that caught me by surprise. They were very professional and left the property clean following the work. I HIGHLY recommend Ryan and The Great American Roofing Company.

Kurt Pralle
May 25, 2022

Very highly recommend this very efficient and very professional group, who completed the job on the indicated day and left the premises spanking clean. A small follow up problem was very promptly taken care of.

Michael Swords
May 14, 2022

From the start with their sales rep who is very professional and thoroughly explained all processes and materials involved with a roof replacement. No questions left unanswered . All concerns addressed. When roof ready to be replaced the team was very organized and neat Job completed in one day including a thorough cleanup. Totally impressed how smoothly all went. So happy decided to go with The Great American Roofing Company

john kehoe
Nov 18, 2021

Ryan was a complete professional and very knowledgeable and explained in detail the entire process of installation of a roof.

Deborah Sason Stern
Oct 31, 2021

We loved working with Ryan to replace our roof. He was very responsive and took the time to fully inspect where the leak we had was coming from (even climbing into a tiny space in our attic!). He was also very thorough in explaining the issues we were having snd how best to fix it. Pricing was also very fair compared to other roofers. The entire job was done in one day, which was much faster than we anticipated. So far it looks good and the leak is gone.

Fidel Cardenas
Sep 24, 2021

After a competitive bid process, our HOA selected them to replace 45 roofs over 2 years. From the beginning, their proposals were the most thorough and detailed, showing a level of professionalism that you don't see every day. Once selected, they went about securing the supplies needed (no easy task in a pandemic with the material shortages). When they actually started the job, we were blown away by the quality of the work and how smoothly everything has gone. As of this writing, we are about halfway through the project, but I can easily say that this company is one of the best we have ever worked with, and I can recommend them without any reservation.

Jennifer Foreman
Jul 19, 2021

Great American Roofing installed our roof about 5 years ago. We noticed water coming down the ceiling near the chimney and called the company to report we were having an issue. They sent someone out the next day to investigate the issue. It ended up being work that had been done on the chimney and not the roof that was causing the leaking issue. He was able to do a temporary repair job on the chimney to take care of the immediate problem and allow time to get the mason company out. I really appreciated the timely response and service.

Dave Di Costanzo
Jun 30, 2021

The Great American Roofing Company was extremely helpful and responsive to a warranty issue I had with my roof. I was in the process of selling my house and Ryan was able to make the necessary repairs prior to closing. I am very thankful for all of their help and would recommend this company without any hesitation.

Jane DelleDonna
Jun 14, 2021

A few months ago we had our roof redone by these guys and they are the best! They were on time and everything was done so quick! When we recently had a leak in our living room from a rain storm they came out the next day to investigate - and even though the cause of the leak wasn’t the roof they did everything they could to temporarily fix the problem. Wonderful service and very helpful!

Daniel Esposito
Jun 4, 2021

The team was very responsive to a leak in our roof dripping indoors. They were able to identify the problem and resolve without further action. They were professional, understanding and took time to explain the issue. We recommend using this company !!

Ron Levy
Jun 4, 2021

We woke up at 230a to the alarm in our house going off alerting us to the leak. I researched a bunch of companies. GARC was the only one that handled my problem with urgency. Larry texted me overnight to schedule a visit the same morning. He also helped me assess the problem before even getting here. He arrived on time, was knowledgeable, helpful and very human. I recommend GARC outright. Their customer service is top notch.

makedoniarch vel
May 27, 2021

Extremely happy with choosing GARC to do roof installation. Everything went fast and smoothly, from the moment of first interaction to the receipt of our GAF Gold Warranty. Yes, I highly recommend this contractor for roof replacement. Thank you Ryan, Steven and everyone at GARC!

Roe Collopy
May 15, 2021

We choose GARC over 3 other companies. They were the same or a bit higher in price. I felt they gave a more through plan. They called for an earlier date. The day of installation they were great. The team that came worked very well together! Very professional!!! Very organized!! Fantastic cleanup!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Dan Jerram
May 13, 2021

They did an amazing job! They were fast, efficient and professional. They left our property completely clean when finished. Ryan went above and beyond our expectations. He was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain proper attic ventilation to us. I highly recommend them.

John Canella
May 12, 2021

The Great American Roofing Company (GARC) replaced my roof with GAF HDZ dimensional shingles at my custom built home in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Their quality of workmanship and professional crew were outstanding and they went beyond the terms of our agreement with additional work at no extra charge.

The owner, sales operations and forman supervised the entire job site with an expert crew employed by the company not sub-contracted like most of the competitors.

I highly recommend GARC with 100% confidence as an GAF factory certified Master Elite roofing company with extreme integrity.

John Canella
Ridgewood, NJ

Scott Pass
May 5, 2021

Larry, Ryan and the entire team are knowledgeable, honest, responsive and friendly. Questions answered promptly. They priced the job competitively. The installation team came on the date/time promised and completed their work by early afternoon. They were super efficient and, just as important, left our property spotless. Not an errant nail to be found. Happily recommend this roofer!

Steve Rubin
May 1, 2021

From the original consultation to roof replacement, Ryan, Steve and their crew were professional. We originally had the install slated for November, but then the horrible winter hit and had to postpone to warmer weather where we were promptly serviced. Crew came at 7 and we're completed and cleaned up by 10. Ryan also arranged a chimney fix as well which was serviced by TNT masonry and was as professional as GARC.

I highly recommend their services.

Kevin Harper
Apr 6, 2021

Summary: The job turned into a nightmare of getting the runaround. Job not completed, Holes left in roof for a month after paid in full. Many promises broken. Paid $32,000! Have to hire someone else to finish.
For: New Roof, New Facia + Crown Molding, Yankee Gutter Restore.

Full Story:
March 2021.
We are restoring an old Victorian house. The roof was in bad shape. We got a lot of quotes in. Despite the fact that they quoted us $26,000 when the runner-up quoted us $16,000. There were 3 main reasons we chose GARC.

1. Ryan appeared to have understood our values to maintain the look of the house. He anticipated the need to replace some framing. That experience gave us a lot of confidence that they have dealt with old roofs before.

2. Ryan mentioned that they will practically rebuild and re-slope the Yankee gutters.. We appreciated the restoration to the original gutters.

3. Ryan said the facia and crown molding will get damaged when the roof gets put on so you do not want to do is separately. This was logical to us as we have never replaced a roof before.

Agreed price $26,000. The workers were friendly and very respectful. They started ripping off the old roof and found some surprises. Turns out the roof had more layers than they anticipated and more framing of the roof was rotten and needed to be reframed than they thought. We were ok if it was going to cost a little more.

By the second day, they informed us that they had performed an additional $5,000 on top of our agreed $26,000 price. That was more than we anticipated but our roof is open and we just wanted to get it down. Before we agreed we asked, if that will be the end of it or is that price going to keep going up. This is when we met Lary(the owner) and everything just kind of went down hill.

They told us that they can't tell us how much more its going to be as they had not opened up the roof on the porch yet and did not know what is under there. We thought that was reasonable did not know the range. Another 5k? how about 20k? We asked them to open up the roof on the porch, look under it to give us a price and not do any more worked that we have not agreed to a price on. We wanted to make sure that we are not an open checkbook and that we know what we are getting ourselves into. They kept asking us if we want to stop the work, and we replied that we want a price.

Eventually that day, they gave us a price of +$8,500 to finish all the work, but told us that they can no longer do the facia because there is too much rot but that they will still do the crown molding. Now we had something tangible and so we agreed. They subtracted $1,400 from the price for not doing the facia. So what is left is Roof and Crown molding.

Day 2 we were told by Larry that the guy who does the facia and crown molding (his friend) was going to be there that afternoon or the next day. That was the first time we found out that they actually wasn't going to do our facia or crown molding, that they were going to hire another company to do that.

On the 3rd day, they finished the roof and asked for payment in full. I told them that I would withhold $10,000 as the contract says that payment is due when the job is done and the crown molding was not finished and we had holes in the roof. Larry said I could withhold $2,000 for the crown molding. As a sign of good faith and to mend a high tension relationship. I paid in full. That was a mistake. They left the roof open for a month. We were contacting them every other day and kept getting the runaround. Eventually, 1 month after, they send people to patch up the holes where the animals were getting in that were ripping out the insulation. NOT to do the crown molding / facia, just put ugly patches over the holes.

I do not have time to hate but if you are considering using their business, I would meet with Larry first and feel it out for yourself.

We did not check Yelp till after. : /

Hiring another company to finish the job. Requesting refund for part not done. Will update after. Update: They refunded me $3,000.

Eric S.
Apr 1, 2021

We had a roof installed by Great American Roofing Company in 2015, and it is now 2021. I was first impressed with the owner's attention on a Sunday to assess our need back in '15. The roof came out excellent, and in the subsequent six years Larry the owner has been attentive to our questions about unrelated matters. We recently had a weather-related issue, and GARC resolved it right away and at no cost (despite the issue being from weather, and not their fault). We highly recommend GARC and would definitely use again.

Linda Feeney
Feb 24, 2021

They were very competitive in pricing, did a great job. Thoroughly satisfied with their work on out house; responsive & reliable!

Patrick Stanley
Feb 16, 2021

The Great American Roofing Company was incredible. From the moment Ryan came to the house for a consultation I knew this would be the company I went with. Ryan did a thorough inspection and instantly identified the causes for the issues I had with the roof. No other company was able to provide the information Ryan did. His patience and attention to detail when going over the process was perfect.

On the day of installation the GARC crew showed up right on time and immediately got to work. The owner, Larry, was at the house the whole time. It was comforting to have him there to answer questions and provide guidance on some decisions that had to be made. In an industry where a lot of consumers have skepticism and are leery of a companies integrity, I can say that I had nothing but trust in Larry and his team the entire time.

The roof came out great and the cleanup was fantastic. With all of the work they did replacing the entire roof it’s amazing how clean the area was after. GARC went above and beyond for me and my family and I would strongly recommend them to anyone. In fact, before I committed with them they didn’t hesitate to provide me with a few references to call about the work they had done. After my house was complete I told them to include me in that list going forward.

Zachary Shapiro
Jan 29, 2021

Great American came out and did a review of my roof after a storm. Revealed some substantial damage and incorrectly installed attic venting.

The team from Great American gave me a great quote. Substantially less than the two other bids.

Their installation was done less than a week after the quote and took only one day. The team was incredibly professional, fast and clean. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone needing a roof.

During the install, a high hat light in our guest room popped out and we didn’t notice until the next day. One call to GARF and they were out with a ladder to put the light back in.

Highly Recommend

UPDATE: After the most recent storm we had a leak. After just replacing the roof i was concerned. Ryan came out the next day and did everything he could to identify the source of the leak which ended up being an old window box which had cracked. Not only did this have nothing to do with the great work done by GARC, Ryan spent his own time fixing the crack for us.

Lena Rella
Jan 29, 2021

Ryan and the team at GARC were outstanding and super professional! I will definitely be recommending this company to everyone i know with roofing needs!

Cheryl Heller
Jan 19, 2021

Ryan knew his roofing materials and installation procedures. Very professional and easy to work with. Great value- reliable- know others who have used them- very satisfied. Esp in pandemic we need stress free and that was my experience.

Tony Rocchio
Dec 22, 2020

I recently had my roof replaced by the team. I was very impressed by their work and professionalism. Work started promptly in the morning and was completed by afternoon which included clean up. All this was done one day after a snow storm. I would have no hesitation recommending the company to anyone.

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