Premier Exterior Remodeler in Lake County, OH
Uston Roof & Masonry has worked on homes across the area for 28 years. As a family business, we take care of the properties around us with honest work and materials built to survive northern Ohio weather. Call 440-773-4578 to talk through your project.
Lake Erie Weather Takes a Toll on Your Home
Living close to the lake means your home takes a beating. Winter brings relentless freeze-thaw cycles, spring brings heavy downpours, and summer wind pulls at aging shingles. When wood, brick, or roofing sits exposed to that moisture cycle too long, small leaks turn into structural rot.
That is why exterior repairs need to be done right the first time using materials rated for ice and heavy wind. From targeted shingle fixes and full roof tear-offs to rebuilds on crumbling chimneys, we focus on work that keeps water out and holds up year after year.
What We Do
We handle exterior repair and replacement jobs across the county. Whether you need a small patch after a blow-off or a complete exterior overhaul, we bring decades of practical field experience to every site.
Full Tear-Offs & Roof Replacement
A complete roof replacement stops water before it rots deck boards and ceiling drywall. We strip old layers down to the wood deck, inspect plywood for hidden soft spots, and install heavy architectural shingles over synthetic underlayment. Proper drip edges and ridge venting keep air moving through the attic so ice dams don't back up under your shingles in January.
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Complete Chimney Rebuilds
Spalling bricks and cracked mortar joints let water soak straight into your interior walls. Once water freezes inside a brick, it expands and pops the face right off. We tear damaged chimney sections down past the rot line and rebuild them with matching brick, high-strength mortar, and poured concrete crowns designed to shed water away from the flue.
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Heavy Slate & Clay Tile
Slate and clay tiles look incredible and last a century, but they aren't standard roofing jobs. The sheer weight requires checking your roof framing before a single piece goes up. We lay heavy tile with copper flashing and custom fits that general roofing crews do not know how to handle.
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Storm Damage & Insurance Claims
When hail or strong winds tear through your street, dealing with insurance paperwork is the last thing you want to handle alone. We run thorough photo inspections, document missing tabs and creased shingles, and meet directly with your adjuster on site so nothing gets left off the claim.
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Custom Brickwork & Stone Masonry
Good brick and stone work adds real character to a house while holding up against heavy soil moisture. We build structural retaining walls, reface outdated stone fronts, and repair cracking brick walkways. Every mortar mix we use is blended specifically to withstand deep frost without flaking.
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Gutters Built for Heavy Rain
Overflowing gutters dump gallons of water right along your basement foundation. We run continuous aluminum gutters on site to match the exact length of your eaves. Upgrading to oversized downspouts moves heavy rainfall away from your foundation fast, keeping your basement dry.
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Targeted Roof Repairs
You don't always need an entirely new roof. If a few shingles blew off in a storm or flashing pulled away from a pipe boot, we fix the spot directly. We track down the exact entry point of the leak, swap out damaged boards, and match your existing shingles as closely as possible.
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Mortar, Crown & Flashing Repairs
If your chimney foundation is solid but the mortar joints are crumbling, tuckpointing can save you significant money over a full rebuild. We grind out failing mortar, pack in fresh joints, seal flashing corners, and coat the crown to keep water from sneaking behind the brickwork.
Learn More28 Years Building Near the Lake
We built this business by doing straight work at fair prices. Homeowners work with us because we show up on time, communicate honestly, and don't push full tear-offs when a minor repair will fix the problem.
28 Years in the Field
Nearly three decades spent working on local roofs, chimneys, and masonry structures.
Family Run
We live right here in the area, so our reputation on every job matters to us personally.
Practical Trade Knowledge
From custom porch builds to siding repairs, we understand how all parts of your home's exterior work together.
Solid Crew & Materials
We use field-tested products installed by tradesmen who know their craft inside and out.
How a Project Works From Start to Finish
Knowing what to expect takes the stress out of home repairs. Here is how we handle every job from the first phone call to the final sweep of the driveway.
On-Site Walkthrough
We inspect your roof, chimney, or masonry up close, taking photos and checking for underlying wood rot or structural settling.
Written Scope & Price
You get an itemized estimate laying out exact materials, labor, and timeline. No surprise charges added halfway through the job.
Construction
Our crew sets up protection for your plants and driveways, performs the tear-off or repair, and installs new materials according to local building codes.
Final Walk & Cleanup
We run magnetic sweepers across your yard for loose nails, inspect every seam, and walk the completed job with you to make sure everything looks right.
Recent Projects Near You
Take a look through photos of our recent roof replacements, masonry rebuilds, and exterior updates across the area. Click any image to view full size.
What Your Neighbors Say
Read reviews from local property owners who trusted us with their roofs, chimneys, and exterior repairs.
"We had two layers of old shingles pulled off and a new roof put on last October. The crew found soft decking over the garage that nobody else had mentioned and showed me the photos before replacing it. Job took three days and the driveway was spotless when they left."
"Our chimney was losing brick faces every winter. John walked me through why it was happening instead of just quoting a number. They rebuilt it above the roofline with a new concrete crown and it has been through two winters now without a single issue."
"After the windstorm took shingles off the back slope, they came out, photographed everything, and met my adjuster at the house. The claim covered the full replacement. I would not have known what to document on my own."
"Water had been running down the foundation for years because the old gutters were undersized. They ran new seamless gutters right in the driveway and put in bigger downspouts. Basement stayed dry through spring for the first time."
"They rebuilt a retaining wall in the side yard and repointed the front steps. The mortar color matches the original brick so well you cannot tell where the new work starts. Fair price and they showed up when they said they would."
"Finding anyone willing to touch a slate roof around here was the hard part. Uston checked the framing first, replaced the cracked tiles, and redid the copper flashing in the valleys. Careful work on an old house."
Towns Around the County
We provide roof replacements, chimney repairs, and masonry work throughout the following local communities:
Willoughby, OH
Willoughby Hills, OH
Mentor, OH
Kirtland Hills, OH
Waite Hill, OH
Kirtland, OH
Madison, OH
Grand River, OH
Timberlake, OH
Wickliffe, OH
Willowick, OH
Lakeline, OH
Mentor-on-the-Lake, OH
North Perry, OH
Perry, OH
Common Questions
Most standard roof repairs and tuckpointing jobs take a single day. A full asphalt roof replacement or total chimney rebuild usually takes two to three days. Heavier jobs like slate or tile can run up to two weeks depending on structural reinforcement needs. Lake Erie weather occasionally forces us to pause for rain or high winds, but we keep you posted every morning if plans shift.
We measure square footage, evaluate roof slope, check accessibility, and factor in material choice alongside any structural repairs like rotten decking or broken chimney flues. Every estimate is written line by line so you see exactly where your money goes. Call 440-773-4578 or email john.ustonroof@gmail.com to schedule a site visit.
Yes. You can pick from a wide range of architectural shingle shades, natural stone veneers, clay tiles, and custom mortar colors to match your existing brickwork. We also install matching gutters, trim, and flashing so the finished work blends naturally with your house.
Clean your gutters every fall so backed-up water does not freeze under the eaves. Trim back low-hanging branches so they don't rub against your shingles in high wind. It is also smart to look over your chimney mortar and roof valleys twice a year, especially right after winter ends.
We cover all of Lake County, including Mentor, Willoughby, Kirtland, Madison, and surrounding towns. Being based nearby means we can get to your property quickly for both routine quotes and sudden storm leaks.
Yes. If storm wind or falling limbs damage your roof, we document the destruction with detailed photos, prepare an itemized repair estimate, and meet your adjuster on site. We make sure the insurance company sees all the damage so your claim covers everything required to fix it right.
Slate and clay tiles weigh significantly more than standard shingles, often requiring structural reinforcement of the roof rafters. They also require specialized slate hooks, copper flashing details, and careful fitting to prevent cracking. An inexperienced installer can easily break tiles or ruin the waterproofing beneath them.
We install heavy-grade architectural shingles with strong wind ratings, rubberized ice guard along all eaves and valleys, and high-strength mortar mixes that won't crack during severe freeze-thaw cycles. Choosing products built for cold climates protects your home through harsh winters.
Talk to Us About Your Project
Whether you have an active leak, a crumbling chimney, or a roof past its lifespan, we are ready to help. Reach out to set up an on-site visit and get an honest, detailed quote. Call 440-773-4578 or email john.ustonroof@gmail.com today.
Where to Find Us
Find Uston Roof & Masonry serving Lake County, OH and the surrounding Northeast Ohio communities.