Your Roofer in Hawthorne, South Philadelphia
Looking for a roofer in Hawthorne? Top Tier Roofing's shop is at 200 Jackson Street in South Philly, about 10 minutes away, and we can usually have someone at your door the same day.
Hawthorne has been rebuilt block by block. Gut-renovated rows, brand-new townhouses with roof decks, and original homes all sit side by side, and each has its own roof problems. We repair and replace them all, from Broad Street to 11th Street and from South Street to Washington Avenue.
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Hawthorne Roofs We Work On
- New townhouses. Many lots that used to be shops or garages are now three-story townhouses, often with parking below and a deck on top. Their original flat roofs are starting to age out, with seams opening and flashing pulling away at the parapets.
- Gut-renovated rows. A lot of older homes were rebuilt behind the original front wall, often with a new third floor or roof deck. Where the new roof meets the old party walls is a common leak point.
- Original two-story rows. The homes that haven't been rebuilt usually have a flat roof draining to the back, with several layers from past patches. See our flat roof repair and replacement page.
- Rentals. Being this close to Center City and the Avenue of the Arts, Hawthorne has plenty of rentals. We work with landlords on quick repairs and send photos when you can't be there.
Roof Deck Leaks in Hawthorne
Roof decks are everywhere in Hawthorne, and a leak under one is one of the most common calls we get. Water gets in where the deck's posts or sleepers have worn through the roof, or around the pilot house door, and it can travel a long way before it shows up on a ceiling. The lasting fix is to lift the affected part of the deck, repair the roof underneath, and reset the deck. Under decks, we install an EPDM roof, which holds up well and is easy to repair when a section of the deck comes up.
What to Expect From a Roofer in Hawthorne
- We're close. Our shop is about 10 minutes away, so same-day visits are routine.
- We show you the problem. You'll get photos of what we found on the roof before we recommend anything.
- We know new builds and old rows. We work on both every week, and we'll tell you honestly whether a repair will hold.
- We stand behind it. Every job carries a 10-year workmanship warranty, and Top Tier is Google Guaranteed. Financing is available.
Roofing Services in Hawthorne
- Emergency roof repair: leaks, storm damage, and temporary tarping, 24/7. We can usually have someone out the same day.
- Flat roof repair and replacement: rubber (EPDM) roofs, coatings, party wall flashing, and full tear-offs. Most rowhome replacements are done in one day.
- Roof replacement: flat and shingle roofs.
- Gutters and downspouts: new gutters and downspouts.
What Our Customers Say
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Hawthorne Roofing FAQs
My roof deck is leaking. Do you have to take the whole deck off?
Usually not. Most leaks come from one area, like the posts or sleepers wearing through the roof or the flashing at the pilot house door. We lift only the part of the deck over the problem, repair the roof underneath, and reset it. We'll tell you up front how much needs to come up.
My townhouse is only about 10 years old. Why is the roof already leaking?
Many new homes got a basic flat roof, and the flashing at parapets, pilot houses and roof decks often fails first. Sometimes a repair buys several more years. If the seams are failing across the roof, replacement is the better money. We'll tell you which it is.
My neighbor's roof is in bad shape. Can it cause leaks in my house?
Yes. On a row, your roofs meet at the party wall, and failed flashing on either side can let water into both homes. We'll show you photos and tell you honestly if the problem is next door. Here's more on who fixes a leak between two rowhomes.
How quickly can you get to Hawthorne?
Our shop is at 200 Jackson Street, about 10 minutes away. We can usually have someone out the same day, and we take emergency leak calls 24/7.
Nearby Neighborhoods We Serve
We also work throughout Bella Vista, Graduate Hospital, Point Breeze, Wharton, Queen Village, Society Hill, Washington Square West, Fitler Square, and the rest of South Philadelphia and Center City. See our full service area.
Get a Free Roof Estimate in Hawthorne
Call (215) 330-2664 or request an estimate online. We'll come out, get on the roof, and show you exactly what we find.