Marty’s Building Column

  Written by Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing When considering roofing options, architects and homeowners alike can maximize beauty and energy efficiency by choosing tile roofing. This option brings a classic, timeless look a home and carries the benefits of being one of the more durable roofing materials. An experienced roofer can handle the installation of clay, metal, or concrete tiles. Cost-Cutting Can Be Disastrous Don’t attempt to redo your roof on your own. Your efforts to...

  Written by Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing If you long for a comfortable outside living space, adding a patio to your home is a great solution. Brick and concrete are the most common materials to use, but which is best for you? Here are some key points to help you decide between a brick patio and a concrete patio.  The price of concrete depends on size, decorative additions and color. The protective sealant that is...

  Written by Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing When it comes time to get another roof replacement, you need to decide whether to get the same material again or something different. Every material has its advantages and disadvantages, and you need to reach a decision as to what will work best for your home. Metal roofing is great because it is exceptionally durable. It often comes in single-seam steel, making it relatively easy to install. However,...

    Written by Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing The beauty and unique nature of slate roof tiles draw millions of homeowners to use the roofing rock every year on their new home building projects and replacement roofs after a disaster. The beauty is undeniable. If you are thinking about choosing slate for your construction project, here are some facts you should know. Benefits Slate is a long-lasting material and is purported to stay stable for 100 years...

  Written by Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing Roofing plays a huge part in giving your home the personality you love. Some design styles look amazing with wood-shake roofs while others are a perfect fit for terracotta tiles. In New York and Connecticut, it’s common for homeowners to choose flat roofs as a way to preserve some historical charm and add an artistic touch. What are the pros and cons of flat roofs? The Benefits of...

  Written by Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing Expert roofing contractors can offer both flat roof installation and sloped roofs. Which fit is best for your home? There are many factors that can influence your decision. Here’s everything you need to know about flat versus sloped for homes. The Advantages of Sloped Roofing Sloped roof construction is relatively straightforward, and many homes use this type of roofing. Above the trusses for a sloped roof, contractors install the...

  Written by Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing A leak in your home is one of the most frustrating problems you can face as a homeowner. Not only are the potential financial costs of a leak extremely high, but it can also be quite difficult to tell where your roof leaks are even coming from. If you have warning signs of potential leaks in your home and aren’t sure if your roof or chimney is...

    Written by Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing When your roof is in desperate need of repair, the soonest season is the best season to get it done. However, when it comes down to an ideal situation, summer is a great time to get your roof replacement completed. First, summer in the United States is often an off-season for areas that tend to get hit with storms during the rest of the year. This allows your...

  Written By Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing When hearing about hip roofs for the first time, you might think it is simply referring to roofs that look cool. While that can be the case, hipped roofs are ones that slope down toward the eaves trough. There are never any vertical surfaces. Everything slopes down from the highest point of the roof. They are incredibly popular with certain types of houses, so when you need...

  By Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing   When you’re building or remodeling your home, you’re constantly weighing cost and quality in your building choices. Some classic choices, like hardwood flooring, might seem like an unnecessary luxury when modern manufacturing has produced such a range of durable and attractive alternatives. But sometimes the old classics are worth a second look. Here are a few tips on how you can build a quality home with these ever-lasting...

  By Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing The roof of your home not only protects you from thundering storms, blasts of cold, and blazing sunshine, it can provide a place of peace and serenity for you after a long day of work. When the building needs a roof, the solution is to call a roofing company. The problem is there are many businesses and contractors that claim they can do the job and the prices...

By Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing Keeping your house clean is probably one of your biggest priorities. Though cleaning isn’t exactly the most enjoyable activity in the world, you no doubt recognize the importance of keeping things tidy and looking nice. However, if you’re like many people, you may forget about the exterior of your home, particularly the roof. Regular maintenance and cleaning of your roof has distinct advantages in preserving the integrity of...

  Company Background & Overview Founded by Marty Olivieri in 1994, Olivieri Roofing has been serving Fairfield County and the Westchester area ever since. Marty and his team of trained professionals are excellent roofers. They complete commercial and residential projects from repair and maintenance to tear off and full installation all year round. They work with slate, Spanish tile, cedar and asphalt shingles – they are also experts at copper and metal work. Copper Roofs If you are putting...

  By Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing   Building a new roof on your home can seem like a stressful situation, but it doesn’t have to be when you decide on the right material. While asphalt shingles have always been considered the norm, there are now a wide variety of options to choose from that can be more beneficial for your home, like lightweight and dependable copper. Whether you’re only contemplating the idea of getting a...

  By Marty Olivieri – Owner of Olivieri Roofing If you have been considering installing metal roofing on your home, there are a few things you should know first. Of course, there are several benefits you probably already know about, but if you’re looking to make an investment of this caliber, you need to be aware of any potential problems and drawbacks as well. This is the key to making a choice that’s truly beneficial for your...

By Marty Olivieri  There are a number of siding choices available for new or existing homes. Wood, stucco, aluminum and vinyl siding are all options with pros and cons. Esthetics, cost, durability, efficiency and maintenance are a few of the considerations. Wood is a traditional choice, having been around for thousands of years. It has a higher installation cost and slightly lower efficiency. It also requires greater maintenance to stay in good shape. Painting and treatment every...

Written by - Marianne & Remy Founded by Marty Olivieri in 1994, Olivieri Roofing has been serving Fairfield County and the Westchester area ever since. Marty and his team of trained professionals are excellent roofers. They complete commercial and residential projects from repair and maintenance to tear off and full installation all year round. They work with slate, Spanish tile, cedar and asphalt - they are experts at copper and metal work. Olivieri Roofing also does residential...

  Written By - Marty Olivieri  Every homeowner comes across roofing issues somewhere down the line. The process can seem overwhelming at first, but with a few roofing component basics in your back pocket, you can better prepare yourself the next time you need a roof replacement. That industry-specific terminology doesn’t have to be limited to those in the roofing business, so get your feet wet and keep your house dry by learning the basics of the...

  By Marty Olivieri - Roofing Expert and Owner of Olivieri Roofing   Keeping a well-maintained roof over a home is one of the most crucial things homeowners can do to protect their home and its contents. A failing roof can allow snow and rain to come into the house and damage the ceiling, the electrical system, flooring and furniture. To avoid needing a premature roof installation, it is a good idea to keep an eye on the...

  By Marty Olivieri, Owner of Oliveri Roofing April showers bring May flowers, right? Well, they can also bring landscape puddles and pools, which can seriously affect your home. If you’re finding pools of water in your front or backyard it may be time to consider a landscape drain to make sure these puddles don’t erode your landscape or impact the stability of your foundation. However, what drain is best for your landscape? With several types to...

  By Marty Olivieri, Owner of Oliveri Roofing During the winter, not only should you be concerned about snow and ice accumulation on your roof system, but you should also keep an eye out for ice dams. Ice dams can cause serious damage to your roof and gutter system, as well as your wallet! It’s important to make sure you’re prepared to call for help at the first signs of an ice dam. An ice dam forms in...

  There is no question that Marty Olivieri and his team of trained professionals are excellent roofers. They complete commercial and residential projects from repair and maintenance to tear off and installation all year round. They are experts; working with slate, Spanish tile, as well as cedar and asphalt. Copper and metal work is a specialty of theirs. Olivieri Roofing also does residential and commercial siding. Whether you choose cedar, stucco, brick, stone, metal or copper siding...

Olivieri Roofing offers fair prices, timely completion and high quality craftsmanship. Your house or building will get the attention it needs and so will you. Residential & commercial roofing, siding and masonry. They will work with whatever materials you want- cedar, asphalt, slate, tile and copper.The Olivieri crews are hardworking, competent and friendly. Olivieri Roofing, founded by Marty Olivieri in 1994, has been serving Connecticut, Westchester County and NY area ever since. Marty's communication is flawless and...