Essex County, Massachusetts
Roofing help in Lawrence, MA
Call and describe the problem, whether it is a leak, storm damage, worn shingles or a roof that needs replacing, and you will be connected with an independent roofing contractor serving Lawrence.
Roofing Nation is a referral service. Your call is connected to an independent roofing contractor, subject to availability in your area. Roofing Nation may receive compensation when your call is connected with a participating contractor. Contractors are independent businesses.
Lawrence at a glance
Homes and roofs in Lawrence
The median year built for housing in Lawrence is 1950, and about 78% of its 31,845 housing units were built before 1980. With much of the housing stock this old, many homes have been re-roofed at least once, and some have several layers of shingles or original board decking that a contractor may want to check during a replacement.
Weather and roof wear
NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the LAWRENCE, MA station record about 124 nights a year at or below freezing. Long freeze seasons bring snow load, ice dams at the eaves and repeated freeze-thaw cycles that can lift shingles and open gaps around flashing.
Services worth knowing about here
- Roof Replacement (median home built in 1950)
- Roof Leak Repair (leaks are the most common roofing call)
- Storm Damage Roof Repair (wind, hail and fallen limbs can strike anywhere)
- Roof Repair (about 124 freezing nights a year)
Owners, landlords and tenants
About 28% of occupied homes in Lawrence are owner-occupied and 72% are rented. Homeowners, landlords and property managers can call to be connected; tenants should contact their landlord or property manager about roof problems first.
Nearby places
Lawrence is in Essex County. Places within about 30 miles include Boston (26 mi), Cambridge (23 mi), Lowell (9 mi), Manchester, NH (24 mi) and Lynn (19 mi).
Other Massachusetts locations
Questions
Is Roofing Nation a roofer in Lawrence?
No. Roofing Nation is a referral service. Calls from Lawrence are connected to an independent roofing contractor, subject to availability in Essex County.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Lawrence?
Many cities and counties require a permit for re-roofing. Check with the City of Lawrence or Essex County building department, and ask the contractor.
What should I do right after storm damage?
Stay off the roof and away from downed lines, photograph damage from the ground, protect belongings from water inside, and contact your insurer if you plan to file a claim.
Who decides what the work will cost?
The independent contractor sets the scope and the charges after inspecting the roof. Confirm all details with the contractor directly.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population totals, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year (tables B25034, B25035, B25003), 2024 Gazetteer; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.