RTP Roofing · Swansea, MA
Roofer in Swansea, MA
Swansea lists re-roofing as work that needs a permit, and most of its homes are detached single-family houses. RTP Roofing gets on the roof first, checks the rules for your address, then quotes the job.
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What Does Your Home Need?
Pick the closest one. You don't need the right words for it.
Something's Leaking or DamagedA stain on the ceiling, water in the attic, missing shingles.
Old Roof, Weighing ReplacementCurling, bald spots, or it's just been a long time.
Storm DamageWind, a fallen limb, hail. Claim or no claim.
Not Sure, Need an InspectionAn inspection or a second opinion.
Gutters, Siding or ExteriorGutters, siding, trim, windows, skylights.
Commercial BuildingFlat or low-slope roofs, maintenance, replacement.Where Are You Seeing It?
Pick the closest. We'll look at the rest on site.
How Old Is the Roof?
A rough guess is fine.
Have You Started an Insurance Claim?
Either way, we can take a look.
What's Behind the Inspection?
Pick the closest.
Which Part of the Exterior?
Pick the main one. Mention the rest at the end.
What Does the Building Need?
Flat and low-slope roofs included.
What Kind of Property Is It?
When Do You Want It Done?
Where Should We Reach You?
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Local Conditions
What Roofs in Swansea Are Really Like
Swansea houses are mostly detached, and the median one was built in 1966. The town has about 6,865 housing units, and 6,210 of them are one-unit detached homes. That is about 90.5 percent. About 1,529 were built in 1939 or earlier.
Those figures count housing units, not roofs. Swansea's 2024 Comprehensive Plan says much of the town's housing stock predates 2000 and that older homes may need more rehabilitation and repairs than newer ones.
The year a house was built does not tell you what shape its roof is in. A house from the 1960s may have been re-roofed once or twice, and a newer roof can still have a failing detail around a chimney or a vent. That is why we get on the roof and look, rather than guess from the street. We also look at the flashing, the vents and the attic side of the deck, because that is where a slow leak usually starts.
Housing
Who Owns the Homes Here
Most Swansea homes are lived in by their owners. 5,786 of the town's 6,790 occupied homes are owner occupied, and 1,004 are rented. That is about 85 percent owner occupied.
The median owner-occupied home in Swansea is worth about $445,000. Whatever the house is worth, get a written estimate you understand before you sign anything. A good one says what was found on the roof, what the job covers and what it will cost, in plain words, so you can compare it with any other quote you collect. The smaller group of renters and landlords is welcome to call too. If you manage a rental in town, we will talk with whoever is dealing with the leak.
Permits
What Swansea Requires for a Roof Permit
Swansea is direct about roofs. The Building Department's permits page lists "Re-Siding/Re-Roofing/Replacement Windows" among the work for which permits are required.
- Timing
The town's permit process page says you will be notified of approval, denial or the need for more documentation within 30 days of the application date.
- Inspections
The same page says the work in progress is inspected, and that each phase must be inspected for completeness and for compliance with the construction documents.
- Who to Ask
The Building Department is at 68 Stevens Rd and can be reached at 508-674-5731.
- Fees
Ask the Building Department for the re-roofing fee.
Rules differ from town to town, and from address to address. We check the rules for your address first, so you know what applies before the work is quoted.
Historic
Swansea's Historical Commission
Swansea has a Historical Commission.
The town's Historical Commission Responsibilities page says that unless a local bylaw or ordinance gives it authority, the Commission has only an advisory role. The same page describes a local historic district commission as something that could be enacted in the future, not as something in place today.
The town's 2024 Comprehensive Plan, listed on the Planning Board's site, proposes creating a Demolition Delay By-law for historic properties. That is a proposal.
If your house is an old one, or you think it may be listed, call the Building Department before roof work. Give us your address and we will check with them before we quote.
The Record
Mount Hope Bay and Flood Planning
Swansea's southern coast sits on the upper end of Mount Hope Bay.
The town's 2024 Comprehensive Plan advises owners of property in flood-prone or FEMA-designated zones to consider flood-proofing to head off damage from storms or flood events. The Conservation Commission's flooding and coastal property page publishes FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps dated July 2014 and a resource called Protecting Coastal Property from Storm Damage.
Flood planning is not roof planning. Floodwater does not come through shingles. Wind, rain and winter weather are what act on a roof. For storm and winter questions, see our storm damage and insurance claims page and our ice dam guide.
Places
Where We Work in Swansea
We work across all of Swansea, ZIP code 02777.
The villages include Hortonville, Barneyville and Ocean Grove.
Swansea's western border is shared with Rhode Island and the towns of Warren and Barrington. Seekonk and Rehoboth are to the north, and Somerset lies to the east. We work on both sides of the state line, so if you are on a street near the border, one call covers it.
Not sure whether the rules above apply to your address? Call (401) 593-1512 and we will check before we quote.
Who You Are Hiring in Massachusetts
RTP Roofing is a Rooftop Power company, based at 275 W Natick Rd in Warwick, RI.
RTP Roofing is rated 5.0 on Google across 229 reviews, and we are A+ rated with the Better Business Bureau. Every job starts the same way: an on-roof inspection and a written estimate, with no pressure to sign.
Services
Roofing Services in Swansea
Most Swansea jobs start with the same question: repair or replace. A limited leak may be a roof repair. A roof at the end of its life is a roof replacement, and our shingle roofing page covers the shingles we install. If you cannot tell which you have, a roof inspection is the place to start. We also do gutters and siding when the roof job calls for it.
Across the state line, we also work in Warren and Barrington. Close by in Massachusetts, we also work in Somerset and Seekonk.
Next Step
How an RTP Inspection and Estimate Works
We go up on the roof, and into the attic when it matters, before we tell you anything. You get a plain read on what we found, whether it is a repair, maintenance or a replacement, and what the town will want to see. Request an estimate or call (401) 593-1512.
Thinking about solar for your Swansea home? See solar in Swansea from Rooftop Power. RTP Roofing is a Rooftop Power company.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Swansea?
Yes. Swansea's Building Department lists Re-Siding, Re-Roofing and Replacement Windows among the work for which permits are required. Ask the Building Department for the re-roofing fee. We check the rules for your address first.
How long does a Swansea building permit take?
The town's permit process page says you will be notified of approval, denial or the need for more documentation within 30 days of the application date. That is the town's timing, not ours.
Will the town inspect my new roof?
The town's permit process page says work in progress is inspected, and that each phase must be inspected for completeness and for compliance with the construction documents. Call the Building Department at 508-674-5731 to ask how that applies to your job.
My Swansea house was built in the 1960s. Does that mean the roof is old?
No. The year a house was built does not tell you the condition of the roof on it. The median Swansea home was built in 1966, but many roofs have been replaced since, and a newer one can still have problems. Only an on-roof inspection tells you.
Is Swansea mostly single-family homes?
Yes. Of about 6,865 housing units, 6,210 are one-unit detached homes, about 90.5 percent. Those are housing units, not roofs, but most Swansea homes are single-family houses.
Do you cover Swansea and nearby Rhode Island towns?
Yes. Swansea's western border is shared with Rhode Island and the towns of Warren and Barrington, and we work on both sides of the line. Call (401) 593-1512 with your address and we will tell you which town's rules apply.
Nearby
Nearby Towns We Also Serve
Get a Straight Answer on Your Swansea Roof
Request a free, on-roof inspection or call (401) 593-1512. We will tell you what your roof needs, and whether the town needs to weigh in, before you decide anything.