Roofing, Siding & More in Fairlawn
Alt & Alt isn’t a company that services Fairlawn from somewhere else. We’re based right here in Summit County, we know the streets around West Market Street, and we maintain the same kind of homes you live in.
As an exterior contractor in Fairlawn, 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
Your Neighbors, Your Fairlawn Exterior Crew
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 established Montrose-Ghent homes and upscale properties across the city. 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 Summit County means we already know what each Fairlawn home needs.
Being local also means we answer fast. When a storm rolls through near the Montrose-Ghent area and West Market Street corridor, we’re already close by — not routing a crew in from another county.
Standing Up to Fairlawn's Toughest Weather
Fairlawn 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 Montrose-Ghent area and West Market Street corridor 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 Fairlawn service also steps in fast after severe weather, documenting damage and handling the insurance claim for you.
What We Do for Homes Across Fairlawn
Most Fairlawn homeowners would rather have one team they trust than a list of separate specialists. We cover the whole home, inside and out.
Roofing
Fairlawn is a town of spacious mid-century and executive homes on established, well-treed lots, and roofs here tend to be larger and more architecturally involved than a starter-home roof — more hips, more valleys, more surface. The mature canopy that makes the streets attractive also drops steadily onto those roofs. As your roofing contractor in Fairlawn, we handle those bigger replacements and storm repairs with ventilation and algae-resistant detailing for the shade, all backed by manufacturer and workmanship warranties.
Siding
The large, mature-canopy lots across Fairlawn keep walls shaded and cooler, which holds moisture, and the homes themselves have a lot of elevation to protect. We re-side and repair in vinyl, insulated, and fiber-cement, flashing every opening so water stays outside. On executive-style homes, getting the profile and color consistent across a large facade is its own skill; we treat it as part of the craft rather than an afterthought.
Fencing
The City of Fairlawn’s fence rules are geared to its larger residential lots, with setback requirements to match, so we sort out the zoning before we build. Then the fence goes in to last: posts 32 inches down below frost, concreted in place, in wood, vinyl, aluminum, or chain-link. Fencing a bigger Fairlawn lot means more run and more gate hardware, and we build it so it stays plumb and square across the whole length.
Gutters
Fairlawn’s mature tree canopy is beautiful and relentless on gutters — the leaf load is heavy, and a big home spills a lot of water when a gutter overflows. We form seamless gutters on-site, pitch them to move that volume, guard the runs under the heaviest cover, and size downspouts to carry a hard storm well away from the foundation. On these larger homes, keeping the drainage ahead of the canopy is an ongoing win.
Decks
Fairlawn’s large residential lots have room for a real outdoor living space, and homeowners here often want something substantial — multi-level, generous, built to entertain. Whatever the scale, it stands on its footings and its ledger, so we dig to frost depth and flash the ledger to keep the house dry. Composite for low maintenance, pressure-treated for value, plus repair, stain, and seal for a deck that’s still solid but weathered.
Brickwork
Executive-style Fairlawn homes wear substantial masonry well — brick patios, stone-and-brick fire features, tall chimneys — and freeze-thaw works at the mortar here as everywhere in Northeast Ohio. We build new masonry laid clean and sealed against the cycle, and we tuckpoint failing joints on the older homes before water gets deeper into the wall. Work sized and finished to suit a larger, well-kept property.
Additions & Remodels
Fairlawn homeowners tend to invest in their homes for the long term, and additions here are often generous — expanded primary suites, sunrooms, whole-kitchen remodels, second stories. We match roofline, siding, and finishes so the new work reads as original on a large elevation, and we handle City of Fairlawn permitting with its larger-lot setback rules. One accountable crew carries the build from framing to final walkthrough.
The Process Behind Every Fairlawn Job
We keep every Fairlawn 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.
Where You'll Find Us Working in Fairlawn
We work throughout Fairlawn, including the neighborhoods and corridors around West Market Street, Smith Road, Montrose, and the neighborhoods near Ghent.
We also serve the nearby communities of Akron, Bath, Copley, Cuyahoga Falls, and Norton. Not sure you’re in our range? Call (330) 999-2669 — there’s a strong chance we’re already working close by.
The Case for Alt & Alt in Fairlawn
- A local Summit County team that knows Fairlawn — quick response and familiar with area homes and permits.
- 20+ years across Summit 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.
Fairlawn FAQs: What You're Wondering
Do you offer free estimates in Fairlawn?
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 Fairlawn?
Because we’re based nearby in Summit County, we don’t dispatch crews from hours away when weather hits Fairlawn. 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 Fairlawn homes?
Absolutely. We’ve handled established Montrose-Ghent homes and upscale properties across the city. Older homes come with their own quirks — aged flashing, original framing, non-standard rooflines — and after 20-plus years working across Summit 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 Fairlawn?
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.