Expert Exterior Work in Ravenna, Ohio
Alt & Alt isn’t a company that services Ravenna from somewhere else. We’re based right here in Portage County, we know the streets around Main Street, and we maintain the same kind of homes you live in.
As an exterior contractor in Ravenna, OH, we handle roofing, siding, gutters, fencing, decks, brickwork, and home additions under one roof. That means one trusted crew for the whole home — not five different numbers to call.
By Johnny, Founder & Owner of Alt & Alt, LLC · 20+ Years Serving Northeast Ohio
Licensed & Insured · A+ BBB Rated · Owens Corning · GAF · CertainTeed Certified
Serving Ravenna the Way Only Locals Can
There’s a real difference between a contractor who just drives through your city and one who’s part of it. We’re the second kind.
We’ve worked on historic homes near the courthouse square and established residential streets. That range matters, because a roof or a foundation detail on an older home isn’t handled the same way as on a new one. Two decades in Portage County means we already know what each Ravenna home needs.
Being local also means we answer fast. When a storm rolls through near the Portage County courthouse and historic downtown Ravenna, we’re already close by — not routing a crew in from another county.
Why Ravenna Roofs and Siding Take a Beating
Ravenna weather is tougher on homes than people expect, and it adds up year after year.
Lake-effect snow loads the roof for weeks. Freeze-thaw cycles work moisture into every crack, joint, and shingle seam. Summer brings hail and hard storms, and the mature tree canopy near the Portage County courthouse and historic downtown Ravenna drops debris into gutters all fall.
We build and repair with all of that in mind — deeper footings, better flashing, and materials rated for exactly these conditions. Our storm damage repair Ravenna service also steps in fast after severe weather, documenting damage and handling the insurance claim for you.
Everything Outside (and Inside) Your Ravenna Home
Most Ravenna homeowners would rather have one team they trust than a list of separate specialists. We cover the whole home, inside and out.
Roofing
Ravenna is the Portage County seat, and it has the housing to match — a downtown ringed by 19th- and early-20th-century homes near the historic courthouse square. Old homes mean old roofs: steeper pitches, aging decking, layers that need to come off. As your roofing contractor in Ravenna, we’re comfortable on that kind of house, handling tear-offs, storm repairs, and full replacements with warranty-backed materials and an honest assessment of what an older roof genuinely needs.
Siding
The older downtown-era homes around Ravenna’s courthouse square have siding that’s weathered a lot of winters, and freeze-thaw is especially hard on housing that age. We re-side and repair in vinyl, insulated, and fiber-cement, flashing every window and door so water can’t get behind the wall, and matching profiles carefully on the historic homes where a mismatched repair would jump out. On a full re-side, insulated board finally addresses the drafts these old houses are known for.
Fencing
Ravenna runs its own building department at 530 North Freedom Street and issues its own permits rather than going through Portage County, so we deal with the city directly to pull your fence permit. The build follows the durable standard: posts 32 inches down past frost, set in concrete so a winter can’t lift them, in wood, vinyl, aluminum, or chain-link. On the older, established lots around downtown, laying a clean, straight line takes some care, and we give it.
Gutters
The mature trees around Ravenna’s historic downtown drop a heavy load, and the older homes there weren’t built with modern drainage in mind. When a gutter backs up on a century-old house, water finds the old wood fast. We form seamless gutters on-site, pitch them to drain properly, guard the runs under heavy canopy, and route downspouts to move storm water well away from foundations you really want to keep dry.
Decks
On the older, established lots around the courthouse district, decks have to work within tighter, mature yards and often against a home that predates the whole idea of an attached deck. We set footings to frost depth, flash the ledger so the older house stays dry at the connection, and design a deck that fits the property. Composite or pressure-treated, and we’ll rehab a sound-but-tired deck rather than default to replacing it.
Brickwork
Ravenna’s 19th-century county-seat homes carry a lot of original brick, and a century-plus of freeze-thaw has been working on the mortar the whole time. Tuckpointing that failing mortar is often what keeps an old chimney or wall standing, and we do it before the damage turns structural. New patios, walkways, steps, and columns too, laid clean and sealed against the cycle.
Additions & Remodels
An addition on a historic Ravenna home has to respect both the house and a downtown streetscape with real character. We build additions, kitchen and bath remodels, sunrooms, and second-story expansions that match the original roofline, siding, and trim so the work reads as part of the home. We permit through the City of Ravenna’s own building department, and keep the build under one accountable crew from framing to final walkthrough.
From Inspection to Final Walkthrough
We keep every Ravenna project simple, honest, and on your schedule. Here’s what to expect from start to finish.
Step 1 — Free inspection and straight estimate. We come out at no charge, look at the whole project in person, and give you clear, itemized pricing with no pressure.
Step 2 — Materials and scheduling. We help you choose options that fit your home, budget, and the local climate, then confirm the timeline in writing.
Step 3 — Work and cleanup. Our licensed, insured crews do the job right, protect your property, and haul away every scrap before we leave.
From One End of Ravenna to the Other
We work throughout Ravenna, including the neighborhoods and corridors around Main Street, the historic courthouse district, and the neighborhoods across the county seat.
We also serve the nearby communities of Kent, Streetsboro, Brimfield, Rootstown, and Atwater. Not sure you’re in our range? Call (330) 999-2669 — there’s a strong chance we’re already working close by.
Why Choose Alt & Alt for Your Ravenna Home
- A local Portage County team that knows Ravenna — quick response and familiar with area homes and permits.
- 20+ years across Portage County — every home style, every Ohio weather extreme.
- Licensed, fully insured, and A+ BBB rated — full coverage on every project.
- Certified with Owens Corning, GAF, and CertainTeed — manufacturer-backed roofing warranties.
- One crew for the whole home — roofing, siding, gutters, fencing, decks, brick, and additions.
- Free, no-pressure estimates — a straight answer, never an upsell.
- Flexible financing through Hearth — begin now and pay on a schedule that works.
Ravenna Home Project Questions
Do you offer free estimates in Ravenna?
Yes. Every inspection and estimate is completely free, done on-site, and carries no obligation. We assess the full project in person — roof, siding, gutters, or anything else — and give you clear, itemized pricing before you decide anything. There’s never a fee to have us take a look, and never any pressure to move forward afterward.
How fast can you respond after a storm in Ravenna?
Because we’re based nearby in Portage County, we don’t dispatch crews from hours away when weather hits Ravenna. Most storm inspections are booked within one to two business days, and when there’s active water coming in, we move faster to tarp and stabilize before the damage grows. We also document everything for your insurance claim.
Do you work on both older and newer Ravenna homes?
Absolutely. We’ve handled historic homes near the courthouse square and established residential streets. Older homes come with their own quirks — aged flashing, original framing, non-standard rooflines — and after 20-plus years working across Portage County, we’ve seen and solved all of them.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, fully. We carry general liability and workers’ compensation on every single job, protecting you and your property from the moment we arrive. We’re also A+ rated with the BBB and hold manufacturer certifications from Owens Corning, GAF, and CertainTeed.
Do you handle insurance claims for storm damage?
We do, from beginning to end. We inspect the roof and exterior, photograph every bit of damage, and prepare the documentation your insurer requires. Then we deal with your adjuster directly, so you’re not left decoding claims language or chasing approvals yourself.
What does an exterior project cost in Ravenna?
It depends entirely on scope — a targeted repair is a very different figure from a full replacement or a home addition. Instead of guessing, we provide free, itemized, on-site estimates so you know exactly what you’re paying for before work begins. Flexible financing through Hearth is available if you’d rather spread the cost over time.