Exterior Contractor Serving Clark, NJ

A once-replaced 1965 Clark colonial likely has a roof from the late 1990s or early 2000s — which puts it at or past its expected service life. We walk the full roof, probe the deck at eaves and valleys, assess every pipe boot and flashing transition, and give you a written condition report. GAF or CertainTeed architectural shingles are what we install on replacements. Attic ventilation is also on our checklist — it’s a common issue on Clark’s postwar stock.

James Hardie fiber cement and LP SmartSide engineered wood are the best long-term choices — both outperform the original aluminum or vinyl siding common on Clark’s 1960s stock. Vinyl is also available for budget-conscious replacements. We assess sheathing condition behind the existing siding and scope all options in writing before any work starts.

Single-elevation overflow usually means a clogged downspout elbow, wrong pitch on that run, or undersized gutters for the roof area draining to that side. We diagnose the specific cause, correct the pitch and drainage path, and document everything in writing. Seamless aluminum in the correct size installed properly is what we use on replacements.

Andersen, Pella, Marvin, and Harvey — full range from value to premium. Mid-century Clark homes often have aluminum single-pane or early double-pane windows where seal failure is costing money in heating and cooling every season. We measure each opening individually and scope in writing before any order.

1970s hollow-core steel doors have essentially no insulation value. Therma-Tru or ProVia fiberglass is the right replacement — dramatically better thermal performance, no rust, long finish life. We assess the frame condition first — threshold rot and frame moisture damage are common on doors this age — and document everything in writing.

Recurring paint failure means moisture is getting behind the trim — caulk failure or improper flashing at the joints. We find the moisture entry point, fix it, and install Azek or KOMA PVC cellular trim that won’t rot and holds paint far longer. Written scope before any work starts.