Richfield's Dependable Exterior Contractor
Alt & Alt isn’t a company that services Richfield from somewhere else. We’re based right here in Summit County, we know the streets around Route 303, and we maintain the same kind of homes you live in.
As an exterior contractor in Richfield, 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
Richfield Isn't a Zip Code to Us — It's Home
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 wooded estate properties and established township homes. 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 Richfield home needs.
Being local also means we answer fast. When a storm rolls through near the Cuyahoga Valley National Park edge and Richfield’s wooded ridges, we’re already close by — not routing a crew in from another county.
Weathering Every Season in Richfield
Richfield 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 Cuyahoga Valley National Park edge and Richfield’s wooded ridges 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 Richfield service also steps in fast after severe weather, documenting damage and handling the insurance claim for you.
The Services Richfield Homes Rely On
Most Richfield homeowners would rather have one team they trust than a list of separate specialists. We cover the whole home, inside and out.
Roofing
Richfield isn’t a subdivision town. A lot of homes here sit on acreage, tucked into the woods near the Heritage Preserve, and that changes the roofing conversation — bigger roof areas, more tree cover overhead, and often a long private drive that a roofing crew has to plan around. As your roofing contractor in Richfield we handle full replacements and storm repairs on exactly these kinds of homes, spec ventilation and algae-resistant shingles for all that shade, and warranty the work. When wind comes through off the higher ground around the I-77/I-271 split, we’re close enough to get out and tarp before a small breach becomes a ceiling stain.
Siding
Wooded acreage is hard on siding in a quiet way — constant shade keeps the north walls damp, and there’s more of everything: more wall, more trim, more places for water to find a way in. We re-side and repair Richfield homes in vinyl, insulated, and fiber-cement, and we treat the flashing at every window and door as the actual waterproofing, because it is. On the larger estate-style homes out here, getting the profiles and color right across a big elevation is its own skill, and it’s one we take seriously.
Fencing
Here’s the Richfield wrinkle: depending on which side of the line your parcel sits on, your permit runs through either the Village of Richfield or Richfield Township — and people mix these up constantly. We sort out which authority you’re under and pull the right permit. Fencing acreage is a different job than fencing a quarter-acre lot; there’s more run, more gate, and more reason to get the posts right. We set them 32 inches down past frost, concrete them in, and build in wood, vinyl, aluminum, or chain-link, sealing the wood before we leave.
Gutters
On a wooded Richfield lot the gutters are working against the whole forest. Leaf load is heavy and constant, and an overflowing gutter on a home with a big footprint dumps a serious volume of water right at the foundation. We form seamless gutter to fit the house, pitch it to move real water, and put guards on the shaded runs so you’re not maintaining them every month. Downspouts get sized for the roof area — bigger roofs need more capacity — and routed to carry water well out onto the property.
Decks
Sloped, wooded, sometimes overlooking a ravine — Richfield lots are made for a good deck, and made to punish a bad one. Elevation and grade mean the footings and the ledger connection carry real load, so that’s where we start: footings to frost depth, ledger flashed so the house stays dry, structure engineered for the slope. We build multi-level and elevated decks in composite or pressure-treated, and we’ll rehab an existing deck that’s gone soft or wobbly rather than automatically tearing it out.
Brickwork
Masonry suits Richfield’s semi-rural, estate-style homes — a brick patio or a stone-and-brick chimney looks right on a wooded lot. We build patios, walkways, steps, columns, and chimneys, and we tuckpoint the joints that Ohio freeze-thaw has started to open before water works deeper into the wall. Every joint goes in clean and gets sealed against the cycle, so a Richfield brick patio is still a brick patio in twenty years.
Additions & Remodels
Acreage gives you room to add on, and Richfield homeowners tend to build for the long haul — bigger additions, whole-home remodels, sunrooms that make the most of a wooded view. We match roofline, siding, and finishes so the new work belongs to the house, and we handle the permitting through the correct authority for your parcel, whether that’s the Village of Richfield or Richfield Township. One crew, from framing to final walkthrough.
Our Honest, On-Schedule Process
We keep every Richfield 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.
Our Reach Across Richfield
We work throughout Richfield, including the neighborhoods and corridors around Route 303, Broadview Road, and the wooded residential areas across the township.
We also serve the nearby communities of Bath, Broadview Heights, Hinckley, Peninsula, and Fairlawn. Not sure you’re in our range? Call (330) 999-2669 — there’s a strong chance we’re already working close by.
The Reasons Richfield Recommends Us
- A local Summit County team that knows Richfield — 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.
What People in Richfield Ask Us
Do you offer free estimates in Richfield?
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 Richfield?
Because we’re based nearby in Summit County, we don’t dispatch crews from hours away when weather hits Richfield. 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 Richfield homes?
Absolutely. We’ve handled wooded estate properties and established township homes. 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 Richfield?
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.