Roofing, Siding & Exterior Contractor in Edison, NJ
Serving Menlo Park, Clara Barton, North Edison, Stelton, Oak Tree & Bonhamtown from our shop minutes away on Sidney Road in Piscataway
Your Local Edison Contractor
Edison is one of New Jersey's largest townships, packed with postwar housing across Menlo Park, Clara Barton, Stelton, Oak Tree and North Edison. Most of those 1950s-1970s ranches, capes and split-levels are on a second or third roof cycle and still wear thin walls, early vinyl or aluminum siding, and aging windows.
Double D Construction has worked Edison jobs since 1995. Our shop at 480 Sidney Road in Piscataway sits on the Edison border, so crews reach most Edison streets in under 10 minutes. That keeps mobilization tight and makes same-day or next-day storm response realistic after wind, hail or ice.
Homeowners here usually call for full roof tear-offs, insulated siding with house wrap, Andersen or Simonton windows, 6-inch seamless gutters, and composite decks. We write scopes by brand, pull Edison Township permits, and leave a clean site every day. NJ License #13VH00483900. Free estimates: (732) 981-0800.
Get Free EstimateServices Edison Homeowners Book Most
- Roof replacementGAF Timberline systems, ice and water shield, Cobra ridge vent, tear-off and deck repair sized for Edison split-levels and capes.
- Insulated siding & trimVinyl and fiber cement with house wrap, foam where it helps, and PVC trim that does not peel like painted wood.
- Windows & doorsAndersen and Simonton replacements for thermal performance and quieter rooms near major roads.
- Gutters & guards5- and 6-inch seamless aluminum with guards for leaf-heavy streets under mature canopy.
- Composite decksTrex and TimberTech builds with permitted footings and code railings for rear yards across town.
- Storm & emergency roof workTarps when weather is coming, photo documentation for insurance, then permanent repair or full replacement.
What Edison Housing Stock Actually Needs
Clara Barton and Menlo Park Terrace still have many 1950s capes and ranches with layered shingles, soft plywood decking and failed flashing at chimneys and plumbing boots. Those roofs need a full tear-off to bare deck, ice and water shield at eaves and valleys, and proper ridge and soffit ventilation so the next roof lasts.
North Edison and Oak Tree Road split-levels often have low-slope garage roofs and ice-dam problems in freeze-thaw winters. Pairing a GAF architectural system with attic intake/exhaust, insulated vinyl or fiber cement siding, and correctly sized gutters cuts heat loss and keeps water off foundations.
Noise and drafts near Route 1 and I-287 show up as fogged glass and loose double-hungs. Replacement windows with solid exterior capping, plus continuous house wrap during a siding job, is the upgrade path that holds value when Edison homes turn over.
Why Edison Homeowners Choose a Local Crew
Edison projects fail most often on details you cannot see from the street: missing kick-out flashing, undersized gutters, closed soffits, and second layers of shingles hiding soft deck. We open those assemblies, fix what is wrong, then install systems that match GAF and siding manufacturer specs so warranties stay valid.
Proximity matters when a nor'easter is on the forecast. Starting from Piscataway means we are not driving across half the state to tarp a leak or finish a ridge line before rain. Call (732) 981-0800 or request an estimate online if you are in Menlo Park, Clara Barton, North Edison or anywhere else in town.
Edison Permits, Storms & Neighborhood Realities
Major exterior work needs permits through the Edison Township Construction Office. We file the applications, schedule inspections and keep the job moving so you are not stuck between the crew and the township.
Leaf load and shade around Oak Tree Road and Clara Barton drive algae, clogged gutters and damp roof planes. We spec algae-resistant shingles and guards where the canopy is thick, and we magnetic-sweep the yard after every roof day.
If your home sits in a section with HOA or architectural rules, bring the guidelines to the estimate. We supply product samples and color sheets for board review before materials are ordered.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Edison
Helpful Guides for Edison Homeowners
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can you start a roof in Edison?
Because our yard is on the Edison border at 480 Sidney Road, we can often inspect within 24-48 hours. Most single-family tear-offs finish in one to two working days once materials and weather align.
Do I need an Edison Township permit for roof or siding?
Yes for most full replacements. Double D Construction pulls the building permits and coordinates township inspections as part of the job.
What siding works best on older Edison homes?
Insulated vinyl is the usual value pick for 1950s-1970s walls. Fiber cement is better if you want a painted wood look with longer paint cycles. We compare both on-site against your budget and neighborhood look.
Do you handle insurance storm claims in Edison?
Yes. We tarp when needed, photograph damage, write a clear scope, and work with adjusters on covered sudden damage. Wear-and-age is not the same as storm loss, and we will say so honestly.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. NJ Home Improvement Contractor license #13VH00483900, with liability and workers compensation. Certificates are available before work starts.
Can you bundle roof, siding and gutters on one Edison job?
Often yes, and it is usually smarter. Shared scaffolding, one permit cycle and continuous flashing detail save money versus three separate mobilizations.
Ready to Transform Your Edison Home?
Contact Double D Construction today for your free estimate.