Somerville is dense, three-decker country with a mix of Victorian single-families and Mansard-roofed multi-families. Most roofs are either low-slope EPDM rubber that needs proper parapet and drain detail, or steep slate and architectural asphalt that demand careful flashings. Our Waltham shop is 15 minutes from anywhere in Somerville, and we permit through the City's Inspectional Services Division on every job.
Why Somerville homeowners choose Palma
- Three-decker rubber specialists. EPDM and modified-bitumen on multi-family flat roofs is core work for us.
- GAF Master Elite certified. Top 2% of US roofing contractors — required for GAF's 50-year Golden Pledge warranty.
- MA HIC #CS-110335. Fully registered with the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and insured for Somerville permit work.
- In-house crews since 2009. Never subcontracted. Same project manager from estimate to final walkthrough.
- 10-year craftsmanship warranty on every install, on top of the manufacturer's material warranty.
Recent Somerville projects
| Neighborhood | Work performed |
|---|---|
| Davis Square | Three-decker EPDM rubber re-roof with parapet flashings and new internal drains. |
| Spring Hill | GAF architectural asphalt tear-off on a 1900 Victorian; new ice-and-water shield and ridge ventilation. |
| Winter Hill | Slate repair and copper step-flashing rebuild on a Mansard roof. |
| East Somerville | Two-family rubber roof replacement with new drip edge, scuppers, and skylight curbs. |
See the full portfolio of MetroWest projects or compare roofing materials side-by-side.
Roofing services we provide in Somerville
Every Somerville roof follows the same 8-step process: on-roof inspection, written scope, permit pull, tear-off, deck inspection, ice-and-water shield, install, and final walkthrough.
- EPDM rubber and modified-bitumen — three-decker and multi-family flat roofs.
- GAF architectural asphalt re-roofs — Victorians and single-families across the city.
- Slate repair and full restoration — Mansards and pre-1920 housing stock.
- Standing seam metal — custom-fabricated for porches, bays, and dormers.
- Gutters, skylights, and attic ventilation — sized for Somerville's snow load and ice-dam exposure.
Neighborhoods we serve in Somerville
Davis Square, Union Square, Ball Square, Magoun Square, Teele Square, Powderhouse, Spring Hill, Winter Hill, Prospect Hill, East Somerville, and Assembly Square. We also serve 12 other MetroWest towns from the Sibley Rd. shop, including Newton, Wellesley, and Waltham.
Frequently asked questions
Are you licensed to do roofing in Somerville, MA?
Yes. Palma Quality Roofing is registered with the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs as a Home Improvement Contractor (HIC #CS-110335) and pulls building permits with the City of Somerville Inspectional Services Division for every re-roof.
How fast can you inspect a roof in Somerville?
Typically same day or next business day. Somerville is about 7 miles from our Waltham shop at 314 Sibley Rd. — a quick drive in to Davis, Union, Ball, Magoun, and East Somerville.
Do you replace flat rubber roofs on Somerville three-deckers?
Yes. EPDM rubber and modified-bitumen replacements on Somerville's three-decker housing stock are a regular part of our work — including parapet flashings, internal drains, and snow-load detailing.
What roofing materials do you install in Somerville?
EPDM rubber for low-slope and three-deckers, GAF architectural asphalt (Master Elite certified), natural slate, hand-split cedar shake, and custom-fabricated standing seam metal for Mansards and dormers.