Roofing Contractor in Newark, OH
Platinum Home Exteriors is your roofing contractor in Newark and Licking County. Inspections and estimates come from Steve Yoder, the owner, or one of our sales reps, done in person at your property. Installation is handled by our Amish roofing crews, who are Platinum employees rather than subcontracted labor. To set up a free in-person inspection, call (330) 275-0935.
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About Our Roofing Service in Newark
Newark sits 40 miles east of Columbus, where the North and South forks of the Licking River meet. About 50,000 people live in Newark, which is the Licking County seat.
Our crews work the older residential blocks near downtown and the newer construction on the west side of the county. Census data shows 24.8% of Newark homes were built before 1940, and only 8.9% were built after 2000. Because of that spread, we work on roofs of every age and condition inside one service area.
On every Newark job, the inspection and estimate are done in person by the owner or a sales rep, never by a third party and never from satellite imagery. The estimate is written line by line, with all materials and labor priced before any work starts. Our Amish roofing crews then handle the installation. Platinum Home Exteriors holds WV License #WV060956 and backs each project with our Industry Leading Craftsmanship Warranty. The GAF manufacturer warranty covers all shingles and underlayment we install. Ohio licensing information is available on request.
Severe Weather and Roofing in the Newark Area
Weather forecasts and severe-storm alerts for Licking County come out of the NWS Wilmington forecast office. NOAA records show over 1,500 confirmed tornadoes in Ohio since 1950. Damaging wind events happen far more often than tornadoes. Licking County's tornado count runs slightly below the Ohio state average, but the area has multiple documented severe weather events that caused roof damage.
Two events stand out for Newark:
On April 20, 2011, an EF1 tornado touched down six miles east-southeast of Newark, on Brushy Fork Road southeast of Brownsville Road. The National Weather Service estimated maximum wind speeds of 109 mph. A residence on Brushy Fork Road took roof damage. A mobile home on the same road was destroyed. Trees up to 18 inches in diameter were uprooted along the path.
On June 22, 1986, a tornado moved across the south side of Newark around 10:30 PM with a two-mile path. Several homes took roof damage. A church at the intersection of Willwood Street and Poplar Street was destroyed.
Severe weather events like the 2011 tornado don't hit Newark every year. The vast majority of roofing work we do here is driven by accumulated wear, including years of summer storms, winter freeze-thaw cycles, and small wind events that did not make the news. By the time a roof shows visible damage, the cause is a slow decline rather than one catastrophic event.
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Older Homes and Roof Conditions in Newark
Nearly a quarter of homes in Newark predate World War II. Many of these older homes are concentrated near W. Main Street, N. Park Place, and the residential blocks off Granville Street.
When we open up a Newark roof that's 80 or 100 years old, the conditions are consistent across the city. There are multiple shingle layers from past re-roof jobs, often two or three deep. The decking beneath has been in place since the house was framed and has never been disturbed. Water that worked under those old layers shows up as soft spots at the eave returns, around chimney bases, and along the valley flashing. None of this is unusual for housing this old, but it matters a lot for what we recommend.
We do not lay new shingles over old ones on any Newark project. Every replacement starts with a full tear-off down to the deck. There are practical reasons for that. The original framing on most of these homes was sized for one layer of shingles, not three. Layering hides the condition of the wood underneath, where moisture damage spreads silently. The manufacturer warranty on the new shingles is void on a layer-over job. And the wind rating drops, which is worth paying attention to in Licking County after the April 2011 EF1 tornado east of Newark.
Roofing Services in Newark, OH
Roof Replacement
Complete tear-off to the deck. We install GAF Timberline architectural shingles using a 6-nail pattern. Ice and water shield goes down at every eave and valley. View our Newark roof replacement options
Roof Repair
Diagnosing leaks, repairing flashing, replacing damaged shingles, and ridge or vent work. See our Newark repair services
Metal Roofing
Standing seam and corrugated steel installations. Expected service life is 40 to 50 years. Learn about Newark metal roof options
Seamless Gutters
Aluminum gutters fabricated at the property and cut to the exact length of your roofline. Explore our Newark gutter installations
Storm Damage and Insurance Claims
Post-storm inspections, damage documentation, and walk-throughs with your adjuster. Review our Newark storm claims workflow
Permits and Inspections in Newark
Permits for roof replacement inside Newark city limits are issued by the City of Newark Engineering and Zoning Department. The department is located at City Hall, 40 W. Main Street, Newark, OH 43055. The city office line is (740) 670-7500. Engineering and Zoning handles the permit application and schedules the final inspection.
We file the permit with the City of Newark on behalf of the homeowner, so there's no separate paperwork on your end. Once the install is complete, the city sends an inspector out to close the permit. We hand you the final paperwork after that inspection passes, which is what you'll want for any future insurance claim or home sale.
Outside Newark city limits but still inside Licking County, the Licking County Building Department handles permits. We handle filing with whichever office has jurisdiction over your property.
How a Newark Roof Job Works
Initial inspection
Steve Yoder or one of our sales reps comes to your Newark property and inspects the roof in person. All measurements are taken on site, never from satellite imagery.
Written estimate
You get a line-item document with material costs and labor priced at a fixed amount. If anything unexpected shows up during the work, we call you before doing anything outside the original scope.
Permit filing
Platinum files the permit with the City of Newark or with Licking County, depending on which office has jurisdiction. You don't deal with the city or county yourself.
Installation
Our Amish roofing crews arrive with the inspection notes and measurements already in hand. We cut flashing on site to fit the specific roof. Every replacement starts with a tear-off down to bare deck.
Cleanup and final inspection
Our Amish roofing crews arrive with the inspection notes and measurements already in hand. We cut flashing on site to fit the specific roof. Every replacement starts with a tear-off down to bare deck.
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Newark Frequently Asked Roofing Questions
Q:How quickly can you schedule an inspection in Newark?
Q:Is a permit required to replace a roof in Newark?
Q:How long does a roof replacement take?
Q:Why don't you use subcontractors?
Q:Do you handle insurance claims for storm damage?
Q:How do I know if I need a repair or a full replacement?
Communities We Serve from Newark
For roof replacement, repair, and gutter work throughout Newark, call Platinum Home Exteriors at (330) 275-0935.