[Chat] Roofer

Emil Volcheck volcheck at acm.org
Fri Mar 14 01:24:36 EDT 2014 

Hello, neighbors,

I'm glad Kathleen H. had a good experience with Mike Kelbie to do her
roof.  However, when we hired him, we had a lot of problems.  I
believe our new roof is sound.  I think they generally do good
technical work.  However, they do make mistakes, and their customer
service and communication is poor.  Mike is not actually on site that
much.  He hires migrant workers that have limited English skills, and
we had trouble communicating with them because we don't speak Spanish.
 If there are any problems, Mike quickly points to a broad liability
exclusion clause in his standard contract (paragraph 4 I think).

The weekend after they removed our old roof and before they put the
new one on, it rained, and water flowed into a light fixture in our
bathroom.  This had never happened before.  We called them in to look
at it.  They said it wasn't their fault that it must have been some
pre-existing condition.  We had to hire an electician to repair the
socket at our expense.  They tore down and discarded the TV antenna
that belonged to our neighbors.  When we complained, Mike denied
responsibility and cited paragraph 4 (liability exclusion) of the
contract.  We followed up and he dismissed us again.  We asked our
neighbors the Olsons to call, and finally he agreed to pay for the new
antenna (parts only), and I helped Rollin install it.  We asked them
to try to avoid getting debris on our backyard garden.  They trashed
one of our garden beds and he cited paragraph 4 again.  They
repositioned security bars on one of our windows, without our consent,
in a way that made it less secure.  We insisted that they put it back.
 He complained but did it.  They also bolted a new drain pipe right on
front of one or our painted columns.  It's an eyesore, and we wish
they'd asked us first, so maybe we could have figured a different way
to do it.

If you do hire Mike, be sure to read the fine print of the contract
and be prepared.

Thanks,

--Emil

On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 at 9:13 PM, Kathleen Hruska <kshruska at mac.com> wrote:
> I had a really good experience with Mike Kelbie of Kelbie Roofing,
> 410-808-9380.  I had a combination of a roof leak and mortar joints that
> needs to be re-pointed.  All dry since summer!
>
> Kathleen Hruska
>
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> On Mar 12, 2014, at 12:46 PM, "Sharon L. Guida" <guidahome at comcast.net>
> wrote:
>
> I have the same problem and it comes from the tin roof of the bay windows in
> the front bedroom.  The only roofer I have ever found who understands this
> problem and knows how to caulk the fittings, and repair if necessary , is
> James McDonald who used to advertise in the Charles Villager as a Flat Roof
> Specialist who provides "Same Day Service Leak Repairs"  He can be reached
> at 443-538-2104.  I have not used him in about a year so I hope he is still
> around.  He is very responsive and responsible and he does good work.
>
> Sharon L. Guida
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> Date: Mon, 10 Mar 2014 13:37:03 -0700 (PDT)
> From: Greg Alexander <ugagrad93 at yahoo.com>
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> During the snowstorm a few weeks ago we had a leak in our bedroom.? Now that
> the weather is finally better we aim to investigate to see if it's something
> that can be foxed with a patch.? However, if the roof needs
> repair/re-coating, does anyone have any recommendations for a local roofer?
>
> Thanks,
> Greg Alexander
> 2629 Guilford Ave.
>
>
> ?
> Greg Alexander
> Executive Editor, STONE HOUSE PUBLICATIONS
> Mason-Dixon ARRIVE | I95 BUSINESS
> 410-243-3387
> greg at gregoryjalexander.com
> 2629 Guilford Avenue | Baltimore | MD | 21218
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> Date: Mon, 10 Mar 2014 16:44:01 -0400
> From: John <jfspur at hotmail.com>
> To: Greg Alexander <ugagrad93 at yahoo.com>, The Charles Village Chat
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> A lot of my clients have used Tim Bittner of Precision Roofing. His office #
> is 410-235-5753.
>
> Another roofer doing a fair amount of work in the neighborhood is Ricky
> LaRicci who advertises in The Charles Villager.
>
> Also, I thought that I would point out that several people I know thought
> they had a leaky roof when in fact water was entering through deteriorated
> mortar joints on exterior brick walls.
>
> John
>
> On Mar 10, 2014, at 4:37 PM, "Greg Alexander" <ugagrad93 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>> During the snowstorm a few weeks ago we had a leak in our bedroom.  Now
>> that the weather is finally better we aim to investigate to see if it's
>> something that can be foxed with a patch.  However, if the roof needs
>> repair/re-coating, does anyone have any recommendations for a local roofer?
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Greg Alexander
>> 2629 Guilford Ave.
>>
>>
>> Greg Alexander
>> Executive Editor, STONE HOUSE PUBLICATIONS
>> Mason-Dixon ARRIVE | I95 BUSINESS
>> 410-243-3387
>> greg at gregoryjalexander.com
>> 2629 Guilford Avenue | Baltimore | MD | 21218
>>
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> Date: Mon, 10 Mar 2014 16:47:29 -0400
> From: Josh Fruhlinger <jfruh at jfruh.com>
> To: The Charles Village Chat List <chat at charlesvillage.info>
> Subject: Re: [Chat] Roofer
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> I'll second the endorsement of Tim Bittner -- had a great experience with
> him last year.
>
> jf
>
> On Mar 10, 2014, at 4:44 PM, John <jfspur at hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>> A lot of my clients have used Tim Bittner of Precision Roofing. His office
>> # is 410-235-5753.
>>
>> Another roofer doing a fair amount of work in the neighborhood is Ricky
>> LaRicci who advertises in The Charles Villager.
>>
>> Also, I thought that I would point out that several people I know thought
>> they had a leaky roof when in fact water was entering through deteriorated
>> mortar joints on exterior brick walls.
>>
>> John
>>
>> On Mar 10, 2014, at 4:37 PM, "Greg Alexander" <ugagrad93 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>>
>>> During the snowstorm a few weeks ago we had a leak in our bedroom.  Now
>>> that the weather is finally better we aim to investigate to see if it's
>>> something that can be foxed with a patch.  However, if the roof needs
>>> repair/re-coating, does anyone have any recommendations for a local roofer?
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>> Greg Alexander
>>> 2629 Guilford Ave.
>>>
>>>
>>> Greg Alexander
>>> Executive Editor, STONE HOUSE PUBLICATIONS
>>> Mason-Dixon ARRIVE | I95 BUSINESS
>>> 410-243-3387
>>> greg at gregoryjalexander.com
>>> 2629 Guilford Avenue | Baltimore | MD | 21218
>>>
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> Date: Mon, 10 Mar 2014 16:59:24 -0400
> From: Dawna Cobb <dawnacobb at gmail.com>
> To: The Charles Village Chat List <chat at charlesvillage.info>
> Subject: Re: [Chat] Roofer
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> I have used Liberty Roofing for years and have been happy with their work.
>
> 410.837.8877.  Bob is the owner. Marie answers the phones.  Here is a link
> to one review.
>
> http://www.superpages.com/bp/Baltimore-MD/Liberty-Roofing-LLC-L0004856666.htm?&rwtab=1#BPreviewContainer
>
>
> On Mon, Mar 10, 2014 at 4:47 PM, Josh Fruhlinger <jfruh at jfruh.com> wrote:
>
>> I'll second the endorsement of Tim Bittner -- had a great experience with
>> him last year.
>>
>> jf
>>
>> On Mar 10, 2014, at 4:44 PM, John <jfspur at hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>> > A lot of my clients have used Tim Bittner of Precision Roofing. His
>> office # is 410-235-5753.
>> >
>> > Another roofer doing a fair amount of work in the neighborhood is Ricky
>> LaRicci who advertises in The Charles Villager.
>> >
>> > Also, I thought that I would point out that several people I know
>> thought they had a leaky roof when in fact water was entering through
>> deteriorated mortar joints on exterior brick walls.
>> >
>> > John
>> >
>> > On Mar 10, 2014, at 4:37 PM, "Greg Alexander" <ugagrad93 at yahoo.com>
>> wrote:
>> >
>> >> During the snowstorm a few weeks ago we had a leak in our bedroom.  Now
>> that the weather is finally better we aim to investigate to see if it's
>> something that can be foxed with a patch.  However, if the roof needs
>> repair/re-coating, does anyone have any recommendations for a local
>> roofer?
>> >>
>> >> Thanks,
>> >> Greg Alexander
>> >> 2629 Guilford Ave.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> Greg Alexander
>> >> Executive Editor, STONE HOUSE PUBLICATIONS
>> >> Mason-Dixon ARRIVE | I95 BUSINESS
>> >> 410-243-3387
>> >> greg at gregoryjalexander.com
>> >> 2629 Guilford Avenue | Baltimore | MD | 21218
>> >>
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> --
> Dawna Cobb
> 2943 N Charles Street
> Baltimore, Maryland 21218
> 410.627.0769
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> From: chad abrams <abramschad at gmail.com>
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> this came up on nextdoor.com recently... In addition to the preceding good
> things were said about  G&F Contracting (Bob Frist). 410-686-1214.  ABC
> Roofers 410-947-1611 and on this list I've also seen positive things
> about  James
> McDonald-- 443-538-2104
>
> When I had work done I went w/ a contractor recommended by St Ambrose (the
> group that renovated the house).  I wish I 'd seen this review (see
> http://www.yelp.com/biz/prompt-service-inc-pasadena)  first as it almost
> exactly mirrors my experience (except possibly that I still have a problem).
>
> C
>
>
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> On Mon, Mar 10, 2014 at 4:47 PM, Josh Fruhlinger <jfruh at jfruh.com> wrote:
>
>> I'll second the endorsement of Tim Bittner -- had a great experience with
>> him last year.
>>
>> jf
>>
>> On Mar 10, 2014, at 4:44 PM, John <jfspur at hotmail.com> wrote:
>>
>> > A lot of my clients have used Tim Bittner of Precision Roofing. His
>> office # is 410-235-5753.
>> >
>> > Another roofer doing a fair amount of work in the neighborhood is Ricky
>> LaRicci who advertises in The Charles Villager.
>> >
>> > Also, I thought that I would point out that several people I know
>> thought they had a leaky roof when in fact water was entering through
>> deteriorated mortar joints on exterior brick walls.
>> >
>> > John
>> >
>> > On Mar 10, 2014, at 4:37 PM, "Greg Alexander" <ugagrad93 at yahoo.com>
>> wrote:
>> >
>> >> During the snowstorm a few weeks ago we had a leak in our bedroom.  Now
>> that the weather is finally better we aim to investigate to see if it's
>> something that can be foxed with a patch.  However, if the roof needs
>> repair/re-coating, does anyone have any recommendations for a local
>> roofer?
>> >>
>> >> Thanks,
>> >> Greg Alexander
>> >> 2629 Guilford Ave.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> Greg Alexander
>> >> Executive Editor, STONE HOUSE PUBLICATIONS
>> >> Mason-Dixon ARRIVE | I95 BUSINESS
>> >> 410-243-3387
>> >> greg at gregoryjalexander.com
>> >> 2629 Guilford Avenue | Baltimore | MD | 21218
>> >>
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