Durham, Connecticut
Roofing Contractor in Durham, CT
Family-owned since 1991. Free estimates, no pressure. Headquartered in nearby Wallingford.
Roofing built for the Coginchaug River valley
Pattison Construction works on homes throughout Durham — the historic colonials along Main Street, the farmhouses out by the Durham Fair grounds, and the newer builds tucked into the woods off Route 17. The shop is in Wallingford, a straight shot west on Route 68.
Roofs in central Connecticut work harder than people think. Durham sits in a humid continental climate that swings from August thunderstorms to February ice storms in the same calendar year. Heavy spring rains test flashing and valleys. Summer humidity stresses ridge ventilation. Autumn dumps a heavy leaf load from Connecticut's thick tree canopy — clogged gutters that nobody noticed in October turn into the ice dam that leaks into the upstairs ceiling in January. And the nor'easters that sweep up the coast every winter can drop one to two feet of wet, heavy snow on a single roof.
Our roofing standards on every Durham home
The boring details that decide whether a roof lasts twenty-five years or fifteen.
Ice-and-water shield: 2 rows. Connecticut code requires one row (24 inches past the interior wall). We install two rows (48 inches). Double the code.
Drip edge on every rake. Every roof, every time.
Attic ventilation, inspected on every job. If your existing setup is working, we reinstall the ridge vent. If it's not, we build you a better one.
Same-day dry-in. When we tear off the old roof, we cover the roof sheathing with waterproof underlayment before we stop for the day. Your house is never left open overnight.
Sheathing replacement included. If the existing roof sheathing doesn't meet our standards, we replace it. No upcharge.
GAF Certified Contractor. Factory-certified installer with manufacturer-backed warranty.
What we do for Durham homeowners
Roofing is our signature service, but we’re a full-service general contractor. When the roof job opens up a bigger project, we can do it all under one license.
Roofing & Siding
Asphalt, slate, metal, and low-slope systems (TPO, EPDM). Full installations, repairs, gutter services, restoration, and inspections.
Learn more →Renovations & Remodels
Kitchens, bathrooms, and full interior remodels with KraftMaid and custom cabinets.
Learn more →Custom Homes
Ground-up new construction on your lot, built to your spec and CT building code.
Learn more →Decks & Outdoor Living
Composite and wood decks designed to last through CT winters.
Learn more →Licensed Connecticut Home Improvement Contractor — HIC.0672217
From a Pattison customer
“We had Pattison Construction strip our roof and replace it, put in new skylights and install gutter guards. They worked quickly and cleaned up everything. We are extremely pleased with what we had done and are now using them to do more work on our home. I highly recommend them.”
— Debbie Zello · Google, 5★
Durham Roofing FAQs
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Durham?
Yes. The Durham Building Department requires a permit for any roof replacement or significant repair. We pull the permit on your behalf and schedule the required final inspection as part of every full replacement we do.
How do Connecticut nor'easters and winter weather affect roofs in this area?
Central Connecticut roofs take a real beating. Nor'easters can drop one to two feet of wet snow in a single storm — heavy enough to stress old framing, especially on lower-slope additions. The freeze-thaw cycle between January and March drives ice dams along eaves with poor insulation or ventilation, which forces water back under shingles and into the roof deck. Roofs installed without proper ice-and-water shield along eaves and valleys are the ones that leak first.
When is the best time of year to schedule roof work in central CT?
Late spring through early fall (May–October) is the sweet spot. Shingles seal best when daytime temperatures stay above 50°F, and the ground is dry enough to stage materials without tearing up lawns. If you're planning a full replacement, book your estimate in March or April to get on the calendar before the summer rush.
How long does a typical roof replacement take?
For an asphalt-shingle roof on a typical Durham home, we usually complete the tear-off and new install in one day, weather permitting. Larger homes, complex rooflines, or material changes (asphalt to metal or slate) take longer. We confirm an exact schedule with you at the time of estimate.
Ready to talk about your Durham project?
Free estimates. Honest answers. No pressure. We’re right down the road.